The Dothan Eagle 1933 newspaper page notice
The page shows a vintage Dothan Eagle issue with subscription rates, rate card notices, and editorial boilerplate. It mentions Associated Press credit rules, misstatements policy, and a date of June 20, 1933. It references Georgia watermelon promotion and local Motels and consuming centers, plus the Macon News.
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Associated Press
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Wapar
Income Tax Amendment Questioned by Alabama Judge
A 1920 court ruling from Dulray County Alabama questions states power to tax wages and salaries. Judge B M Miller warns against overburdening taxpayers and urges trimming government payroll to fit constitutional limits. The March 5 1920 decision declares demurrers to the bill of complaint invalid and emphasizes restraint on tax authority.
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B. M. Miller
Alabama
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Vdudge
Dulray County
Fourth Judicial Circuit
Exalting the Watermelon Festival in Moultrie June 30
Watermelon festival planned by the Moultrie chamber of commerce and Hotel Colquitt with a recipe folder tied to a Georgia College of Agriculture study by Miss Virginia Harrold. The note highlights watermelons as vitamin rich, calcium and phosphorus sources, and the fruit’s role in hydration and diet.
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Georgia
Moultrie
Chamber of Commerce
Colquitt
Virginia Harrold
Dome Economic Department
Gearrlasinte College of Agriculture
Harrold
Watermrton
Mias Harrold
Miss Harrolé
United States
Let's be sensible about the state debts
Birmingham Post argues Alabama must pay honest debts but rejects flawed warrant plans. It praises the Goode plan for funding debts without new taxes and suggests legalizing beer as a revenue option. The piece urges voters to reject the warrant amendment unless a sensible, comprehensive plan is offered.
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Iure
Alabama
Howitt
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Goode
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Adminnitralion
Legtelature
Birmingham Post
Sound Reasoning Against State Income Tax in Alabama
Huuteville Times reports State Beaster John A. Lusk condemns ratification of a state income tax. He argues the crisis demands tax cuts, not more taxes, contending Alabama has endured recurring crises and every tax form now exists. He urges citizens to demand fiscal reform beyond taxation and to deny further tax money.
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Huuteville Times
John A. Lusk
Alabama
Harassing the Autoist on Gasoline Tax Plan
A heated debate rises over congressional moves to tax gasoline with a three cent per gallon levy on gasoline lacking four percent alcohol content. Proponents say it fair will boost corn markets, but critics warn alcohol in fuel lowers efficiency, raises costs by about 25 dollars per vehicle annually, and benefits specific interests while harming motorists.
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Congress
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House
Senate
American Automobile Association
Saide
Association
Smith
Batchelor's Buttons Grown By W. O. Batchelor
Fragmentary text reflects a satirical piece by W. O. Batchelor with social maxims and reflections on honesty, money, and relationships. The readable passages critique exaggeration and loyalty, noting changes in value since cotton prices and questioning what happened to money twenty years ago.
Punctuality As Social Salvation And Clockwork
On The Dot argues punctuality is a conscious social choice rooted in justice, yet enforced timekeeping can drive people to madness. It contrasts Lamb’s flexible ethic with officials who demand exact arrival, cites royal broadcasts at 9 53, and notes punctuality even shapes high society and court verdicts.
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Boston Transcript
Charles Lamb
India House
Tom
Harry
Jutte Pippa
England
Delegeten
London
Infra red vision could transform science and travel
The article argues infra red photography and equipment enhance distant viewing and navigation. Infra red plates reveal distant objects through smoke and fog, aiding astronomy and marine navigation. It notes the eye loses depth perception with infra red, and warns life in infrared worlds may look different.
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New York Sun
Dothan Visitors and Local Travel Mentioned in 20 Years Ago Item
Twenty years ago notes list visitors and travelers: Davis of Punsey in Dothan. W F Lott of Albany visiting. Prof W T Pittinna in Cottonwood on business. W F Ussery en route to Columbia. Miss Jimmie Fleming of Hartford visiting. W C Martin back from Panama City. Mrs J H Simonton returning from Atlanta and Indian Springs. Mrs A D Whiddon and daughter Blaude returning from Panama City. Byron Trammell and son and D W Baker. Miss Annette Murphree Troy visiting Misa Frome Malone, then returning home.
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Annette Murphree
Troy
Misa Frome Malone
How's Your Health By Dr Lagy Goldston
Dr Lagy Goldston discusses convalescence highlighting its medical and psychological facets. He cautions against premature return to activity and stresses occupational therapy to prevent complications and keep patients engaged during recovery.
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Lagy Goldston
Charles Lamb
Adern Medical
Galen
Une
The Woodchuck's Revenge in Sundown Stories
In a humorous tale Rip the Dog confronts a woodchuck guarding a burrow. A crooked mayor, Top Notch, is blamed for theft as Rip flexes detective claims and the woodchuck improvises to delay a winter hunt. The woodchuck vows revenge when manipulated by Mayor Top Notch.
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Willy Nilly
Top Notch
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Aetiar
Talks to Parents By Alive Judrou Pela
An essay argues that traditional outdoor play without props supports child development better than modern indoor materials. It urges parents to provide simple, creative resources and a natural environment, noting the need for basic items and water access for children lacking outdoor space.
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Judrou Pela
Noreen
Etimh
Irvine
Heek
Ch'idron
Language tapestry and public works loom in old dispatches
Fragmented notes describe delegates speaking many languages and a push for tests to gauge American speech amid public works and unemployment concerns. A gas explosion rumor and an NRA copyright note appear, with Willy Nilly pondering a possible helpful idea.
Myer Blumberg Trips Fish From Panama City Visit
Myer Blumberg flew from Dothan to Panama City for a fishing trip. He exhibited a quarter pound red snapper and praised the catch saying That’s some fish. Wyatt Greco, a party member, bet 210 end half pound. R M Grubb brought one large grouper. Mr Blumt noted Mr Gregory could not [do more], then threw it back. Mullins, Fou county tax collector, says delinquent taxes must be followed up with penalties beginning day one.
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Myer Blumberg
Panama City
Mr. Elberg
Wyatt Greco
R. M. Grubb
Mr. Blumt
Gregory Canaht
Plane Mishap Kills One at French Fete
A falling airplane struck spectators during a June fete in Nancy France causing a roof collision and a fuel spill. One person was killed and about 40 injured as the plane overturned and burned. The pilot and several injured were rushed to hospitals.
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