27 Jun 1914
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1914
Page
1
The circuit court sentenced five men for violating prohibition laws to hard labor on county roads, with two additional defendants receiving suspended sentences and ordered to board labor. Judge H. A. Pearce announced the sentences, while some appeals were filed to higher courts.
The report notes ten year old Santa Margaret Helly from Los Angeles traveled to Washington to meet President Wilson and receive his heart's desire. She is the daughter of Charles T. Helly and his wife, described as a farmer. The letter expresses gratitude and echoes Puritan values and duty to country.
More than thirty thousand Sunday school men marched in a grand parade at the International Sunday School convention in Chicago. Altars carrying Bible symbols were borne by marcher teams, reflecting a nationwide and international representation from the United States, Mexico, the Philippines and Puerto Rico, while Mayor Harrison watched from Grant Park.
General Wil predicts a major fight between federals and constitutionalists near Quire claro in Zacatecas within 150 miles of Mexico City. He warns the federals will mass for a decisive battle as the rebel chief departs for Antay Calor and the roving shadow grips the region.
The committee may move the bid reception date for the new city hall project from July to July 14 after discussions with architect Morris of Atlanta. The planned structure is expensive and fuelled controversy over location, with several contractors expected to bid vigorously.
The report outlines Theodore Roosevelt curtailing summer campaign plans after suffering fever and throat weakness. It notes he ordered four months rest, delaying speaking engagements and travel to focus on recovery. A separate Savannah item describes Edwin Hunsey, 19, of Charlotte, killed following heavy drinking, with involvement of his sister’s room and a man named Whitaker.
In Salem, Massachusetts a scarlet fever outbreak spreads among children, prompting isolation of cases. Many families seek shelter in a homeless camp and officials report rising patient counts and a relief fund of about ten thousand dollars.
Vachs and Neankers report General Vera authorized two million two hundred thousand dollars for city deposits. The move signals Muertant’s preparations to address Menles, with the funds tied to anticipated local projects.
A confused piece describes a troubled marriage, jealousy, and public judgments as a husband boasts of his wife while neighbors debate fidelity and social duty. The narrative hints at a changing role for women and a strained domestic life.
Rev Montgomery and son from Misalds arrive to lead a ten to fourteen day revival at Voltlan First Baptist. The pastor urges full church attendance at services and invites all denominations. Dr Montgomery is praised for simple powerful preaching, while his son Paul Montgomery is a capable gospel singer and worker. Sunday School begins at 40, and Baptist Young People meet as announced.
A confused regional notice reports a ceremony where a boy from a settler family married in a shoe shop on Main Street as curious townspeople gathered outside. The event is described in garbled terms with unclear names and details.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss an August event and a flight plan involving an American aeroplane and pilot Judy Forte. Ambiguous dates and places render details uncertain. text hints at postponement of a fall schedule and possible Newfoundland involvement.
Fragments show a Rebuilding Sale with items priced at 10.00 and 595 figures. Baron & Heat Dry Corps window Rev. GG, rector of the Episcopal church, is moving to Kewannes Tennessee for conduct service and remains in Sewannee with Miss Williams and the children.
A partially legible 1920s style item reports an attack near Mobile involving a Revenue Cutter Vane crew member bitten by an affixator and a Coxswain. It mentions Master Charlts Pauls visiting relatives in Celiumis and notes June 27 as a date.
A report notes a June 27 conference between Maxie Mediatory Ranger and HEPORT HUERTA regarding resignation in favor of Constitutionals. The details mention Lafayette Ave and Sethonit, with 6 pm events led by Pastor Rev Pip ley and a gathering of strangers described as 134 winters coral wale.
The heavyweight bout between Johnson and Moran is planned for twenty rounds tonight in Paris. Betting favors Johnson at three to two with Moran at 226 pounds and Johnson at 220. Box office receipts total around one hundred thousand dollars. Johnson earns thirty five thousand dollars if he wins or draws. Moran stands to gain five thousand. The event begins between three and four central United States time.
Unveiling ceremony held in Marietta Georgia on June 27 honors a mountain athlete from Kennarin Mountain. Governor Duene speaks on political reform and endorses stricter child labor laws as visitors observe the marble monument.
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