Cowcatchers and High Speed Trains A Egret Editorial
An excerpted, fragmented reminiscence on cowcatchers from a 1938 Dothan Eagle page discusses their lore in rail culture. It recalls riding the New York and New Orleans Limited toward Montgomery, the dangers and thrills, and the social bravado of students in earlier eras.
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Washington Letter by Paul Mallon Washington Letter
WALLINGTON June 21 There are cross currents in Washington commentary over Ewing Mitchell and the Roosevelt Astor-Roosevelt yacht circle. The writer notes public interest in high officials and allies, references to paths of personal ties, and the lure of bold ventures as dreamlike escapes.
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Dothanite's Praise Echoes Local Paper Growth
A letter from John Wabb lauds the Doithan News as a rising state paper covering Southeast Alabama, Southwest Georgia, and Northwest Florida. It compares favorably with Montgomery and Pensacola papers, while noting rival views from Advertiser and Journal editors. The piece also touches on political opinions about New Deal support, Roosevelt, and related fiscal debates of the era.
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New York Letter Oy 0 0 Maintyre shows pop culture mix
A chaotic New York letter offers jumbled musings on stage and screen figures. It mentions Patricia Ziegfeld Ada popularity slumps, Edna Aug and Avenue A, Barbara Hutton, W C Fields and cinema, plus notes on Berlin lyrics and social rounds. The piece winds through celebrity sightings, theatre, and a tangential critique of Marxism.
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Batchelor's Buttons aEown by W C Batchelor
A fragmentary item by W C Batchelor features quips about driving pride Greek debates and doctors patient dynamics. The text parodies sayings and includes stray lines on hay fever and social wit with scattered punctuation and garbled phrases.
Twenty Years Ago From the Files of the 198
A garbled local item recalls Georgia Governor Slaton and Leo Frank’s death sentence, with a damaged narrative noting injuries from a car crash near Ashford. A party from Coln. Je. to Panama City for good roads is mentioned, with a committee list including J. R. Young and Mayor Ine Baker among Ashford attendees.
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How’s Your Health and Water Intoxication Insights
Dr Ingo Voldsteig explains water intoxication linking excessive water intake to a disease picture. Early observations show diabetics drinking large volumes develop headaches weakness and nervousness, mimicked in animals given distilled water, relieved by salt solutions.
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Talks to Parents by Mrs Brooks Peters Church
Mrs Brooks Peters argues mothers should use harness like reins for toddlers in shops to ease shopping trips. She suggests shopping by measurement to avoid crowds, schedule morning outings, postpone housework, and let children rest after returning. Reins free the mother and can be a harmless game for the child.
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Film mergers spark speculation over Fox and rivals
Hollywood reports show producers weighing a major merger involving Fox and Twentieth Century, with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer as a possible partner. The Schenck Zanuck organization brings stars such as Arliss and March to Fox, while Colman and Loretta Young remain strong draws.
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Day in Congress Friday Senate Debates Seating Holt
The Senate debated seating Rush D. Holt and Commerce Committee continued its investigation into Ewing Y. Mitchall charges. Congress also considered a deficiency appropriation bill.
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King Alexander's guards honored in France ceremony
The chauffeur and footman from King Alexander of Yugoslavia's car were decorated by the Balfrade government after the assassination incident in Marseille. Pelicaman Celestin Galy, wounded during the shooting after the monarch’s murder, received Yugoslav honors and had earlier been awarded the Legion of Honor by France.
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Fireman Asked Why You Kissed My Girl In Dark Corner
A terse exchange between a fireman and a seaman unfolds after a nighttime incident. The seaman defends his actions, while the fireman questions the motive and jealousy. The brief dialogue hints at social tensions and a scuffle over romantic interest.
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Man Charged With Heating Wire and Ear Bite Incident
A man faced charges for heating a wire and biting off part of a woman's ear. The wife sought to protect her husband, insisting he had been badly treated, while the magistrate questioned the unusual claim and noted the tension in the scene.
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Rip and Nan Escape in a Seaside County Tale
Rip lives with Nan and family in a muddled scene as they travel by car toward the coast. A dog named Pete tries to help and the group discusses returning home while Rip struggles to express his thoughts. The car journey foreshadows distance from home and the challenge of communication.
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