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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1932
Page
4
A question about exhibition policy was raised today before Chicago’s Resolutions Committee. Officials reviewed proposed guidelines and potential impacts on upcoming events and funding. The committee slated further discussion and possible action at a future meeting.
Chicago reports show efforts to submit a repeat repeal of the 18th Amendment to the states as Democratic leaders split over the two thirds rule. Roosevelt backers counter with organized threats and anti-Roosevelt factions pledge to oppose any candidate lacking two thirds convention votes. The clash shapes the party’s path at the upcoming national meeting.
Foley Alabama June 25 AP Delegates to the Democratic convention in Chicago will be invited by former Governor Will W Braz el t to return to Alabama for a Gulf fishing expedition. Braz el t has tasked Baldwin County fishing rodeo committee to count Alabama's 96 votes for Roosevelt and inform the convention about the big catches. If the convention ends before May 11 the Gulf delegates will be invited to Gulf fishing grounds with 9000 fare as possible.
Washington June 25 AP Kennett Potter American charge at Bangkok Siam ceded Tenate department and accepted terms of government under which he will send a constitutional Wmarchy. The King's acceptance reportedly enthusiastic among the public. Young girl slain Commerce Ga June 25 AP Cecelia Masnin 12 killed and her brother Mia Hall wounded at their home. A Brey 78 year old farmer held for the shooting. he was taken to jail in Bo.
Mobile, June 25. The Windsor hotel building once hosted Alabama aristocracy and later housed hotels, a theater and a general store. Declared unsafe by the city building inspector, the 110 year old structure faces destruction after a history as a bank vault with water-filled walls and a sequence of uses.
Seashore Methodists open a four day assembly in Biloxi Mississippi led by Rev S M Baker dean of the Montgomery Alabama school Bishop W N Ainsworth and Bishop Hoyt M Dobbs will speak on the first day The conference runs through July and targets Alabama Mississippi and Louisiana inviting more than 800 preachers and church workers from the region Faculty member Dr Claude O Rear will lecture on The Moral of Religious Development of Israel.
Mrs Agnes Hurtle, 33, died of heart disease last night two miles from Dothan hospital while traveling with her husband. Survived by six sons Ed Roy Tom Foy Phillip Horace Joe Beecham. two daughters Edith and Mary Lucy. mother Mrs E D Pearson. two sisters Mrs H T Abernathy and Mrs Marvin. brother Oscar Pearson. Funeral tomorrow at Mrs Pearson home with Rev J Surephy officiating. burial at Selma church cemetery. Hook top Funeral Co. in charge.
Bainbridge Fire Department notes a drop in fires as stray flea reports dominate promising a quiet period. Weather outlook from Weekly Weather lists mostly cloudy skies and seasonable temps for the central east Gulf region with isolated thunderstorms possible later.
News briefs note federal officers’ sounding of a veto throb and discord over relief plans as Congress wrestles over the budget. In Alabama, Tom McCombs, 38, is slain by federal agents during raids, with investigators filing a homicide verdict and arrests following. Governor Roosevelt departs Hyde Park for weekend, thanking Roosevelt movement leaders in Chicago and weighing a trip to the Democratic convention.
Granger, county health officer, warns of 300 to 407 trenchmouth cases in Dothan and county. The outbreak linked to drinking from public fountains. A girl died in a Dothan hospital last week. Granger urges those exposed or with symptoms to seek dental or medical care to stop further spread.
Washington June 25 AP Census figures show Alabama led the nation in May in average active spindle hours for cotton spinning. Alabama had 1,857,292 spindles and produced 434,174 hours, averaging 234 hours per spindle. The U S averaged 96 hours. Nationwide there were 3,114,000 spindles in place, with 21,638,252 hours operated at some site during May. Alabama posted the highest average spindle activity, while Massachusetts showed a lower rate and related figures for other states and totals.
The Tri-State Singing Convention opened in Bainbridge with many locals in attendance. Authorities expect between 3000 and 5000 people today and tomorrow, and a barbecue will be offered to out of town visitors at Bainbridge noon tomorrow. Admission for the barbecue is to be obtained from convention officials identified by insignia. Many Dothan residents plan to attend the gathering to participate in the singing events.
New York boxing officials suspended Joe Jacobs indefinitely as manager and as a security agent after he protested against a decision involving Maa Schmeilng. The action stems from Jacobs criticism of refereeing and league procedures.
Secretary of State Pete Jarman travels through the city today after noon on a route from Geneva to Montgomery. The visit includes attendance at the Legion meeting and participation in activities at the Geneve event.
At a joint meeting in Dothan, legislators transact routine business. The obscure notes mention War relief and local civic figures, with garbled names and places suggesting a period tiered local governance scene and possible scrutiny of wartime policy.
Olin Dutra of California slips from the lead at the U S Open after a second round 77 leaving a group within three strokes of Jurado Perkins Hagen and others who surged back into contention. The field tightens to a five star final with Dutra, Jurado, Perkins, Hagen and others within striking distance as weather shifts and late rounds loom.
Major Norman P. Groff of the 21st Infantry Fort Sam Houston Texas will report to University of Alabama June 30 as assistant professor of military science and tactics. Major Groff relieves Capt. C. Barnwell Jr. who is detailed to Fort Snelling Minnesota after six years at Alabama. Lieut. Fenix Latenn will report from Panama to become assistant professor in the denied Artillery Unit of Alabama ROTC.
Iothan golfers receive invitation to compete in Florida event spanning multiple courses. A notable entry list includes top amateurs and regional players vying for the tour’s top prize and tour points. Local organizers emphasize strict qualification and clash with other regional tournaments.
John Deal, alternate delegate from the Third District, fell ill at his Newton home and cannot travel to Chicago for the Democratic convention. He had claimed he would hitchhike to attend the big gathering if funds were not available. The alternate had no declared preference for the Democratic primary.
Bank officials in Parmson Dothan announced that deposits withdrawn in person will not incur the new two cent federal tax on checks. Receipts used for withdrawals may avoid tax, while self-issued orders to pay could bypass taxation if cashed by the signer at the bank. The tax applies to the drawee or drawer, with receipts and tax immunity yet to be clarified.
A severe thunderstorm with an east wind struck Birmingham on Friday afternoon killing one person and injuring three while causing extensive property damage. Theodore Nelson died after driving off an embankment on Vanderbilt Road. Mrs J R Pratt and her son Roy were injured in a collision on the Montgomery highway. Lightning damaged a home, cut electrical service, and caused a fire alarm.
An unclear report credits KIF Rinlander with winning a Halifax event ending in an 8 to 25 score line amid scattered names and distorted details. The item mentions AP attribution and references various, partially garbled names and dates without clear context.
A detailed jail escape plan was revealed by former prisoner Jesse Roney after his release. The scheme cited a heavy iron bar to attack jailer Howard Hogeta, a wall breach, a blanket rope to lower prisoners, and a climb from a rear wall into an alley. Other prisoners involved were identified, while some planned to stay. The plan was halted when jailers repaired the wall and confined inmates.
In Avondale suburb Birmingham residents complain that coyotes howling at all hours create a nuisance. City officials promise to move the animals to a suitable location once found, following protests from concerned citizens.
A 6 pm service is announced to be held at a Lakayee Street Methodist church. The notice mentions vesper prayers, a parish choir, and scheduled attendees including Tay Hay and others as part of the community observance.
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