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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1929
Page
1
Building permits since January 1 total $40,610 with an extra $10,000 for the Ts W Armstrong residence. The largest outlaying permit went to T W Harris for a dwelling valued at $20,000. Completed work and paving costs add to the year’s activity, with early months showing the least building activity and late summer peaking.
The Dathan Fire Department plans a large fireworks and vaudeville event at Memorial Stadium under Chief Zieglar. Tentative plans exist with profits to go to the Firemen's Relief Fund.
Local curb market sales for February totaled 802 dollars, a small rise from January and close to February last year. Overall attendance reached 2,500 with about eight farmers selling daily and 25 different farmers represented during the month.
Generally fair to night and Saturday with fair conditions across the state. Winds become northerly, light to moderate in the southwest portion, and variable in other areas.
C C Hall recovered his stolen car after nearly a year when Sheriff Rollins seized it from two rum runners, Tom Stancel and Walter McMichael, who were convicted in Barbour County Court for transporting. The car was auctioned by court order, and the defendants remain jailed on $1000 bonds.
Ninety one civil jury cases were disposed of by the circuit court that convened Monday morning and continued until yesterday afternoon. Another term will be held next week starting Tuesday morning. Criminal court will follow the week of Monday March 18.
John Mack Brown argues that a man must hold a good position and ample savings before proposing marriage. A movie magazine writer praises the stance, calling for fewer marriages under strain. Brown, star of A Lady of Chance, plays an inventor who remarries happily after early hardships.
A joint Kiwanis meeting of Fifth District officers and chairmen gathered at Ozark High School with over thirty Kiwanians and several visitors. Dr M F Jackson of Birmingham spoke on agricultural resource development and district program plans, urging closer ties between rural and urban communities.
A new drug store will open in Headland soon in a building on the south side of the bus square. The venture, costing about 3,000 dollars, involves renovations and stock completion. The article also mentions local residents Ma White and Henry County ties, with wartime and education notes accompanying the brief notice.
A historic flood across the Southeast reports nine deaths in Georgia with drownings in Augusta and Ben Hill County. Water rose five feet overnight at Wetumpka Alabama while rivers like Flint and Chattahoochee flooded highways and factories. Rescue efforts continue as authorities search for Leonard Deloach and others missing in the Savannah River.
Friends say Lewis and Jackson with Windlington are better today after illness. The trio faced a health scare and is described as improving, with supporters noting hopeful signs and renewed energy.
The piece recounts Calvin Coolidge taking the oath as president on August 3 1923 in the White House East Room following Harding’s death. It notes his composed demeanor and the solemn moment as the nation began a new administration.
City of Dothiety reports February gasoline tax revenue of 1917 dollars, with total municipal intake amounting to 12064.36 dollars since October. The notice notes a dip from January, explains tax per gallon and per month, and highlights consumer impact and average monthly figures for the year.
A new Wright Repair Shop opened today in a brick garage. The event honors local craftsman Soto and marks the expansion of automotive services in the area.
Workers from the Southeastern Baptist Convention arrive to launch a Sunday School enlargement campaign sponsored by state and Nashville boards. Victor Sauls and David C. Cooper oversee assignments with administration by Varokd B. Ingraham and a roster of church coordinators across Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and Tennessee. The effort centers on building a standard Sunday School and includes training across multiple churches and age groups.
Local army officer warns World War II veterans may lose billions due to policy changes. Fragmented text mentions aging veterans, financial stakes, and ongoing discussions about pensions and support programs.
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