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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1908
Page
3
A light humorous note hints that spring corn planting coincides with election season as candidates announce runs. The piece argues one man aims to live within his salary and stay ahead, suggesting ample time for other contenders to emerge if there are more who seek office.
Caleb Powers contemplates writing a book about a decade of imprisonment and the prospect of execution by hanging as a central theme. He reflects on the harsh realities of life behind bars and the looming threat of capital punishment.
A brief meditation notes that credit is a powerful tool when used wisely but becomes easily spoiled by reckless overuse. It warns novices to respect credit disciplines and avoid piling debt or extending beyond ability to repay.
If men could be jailed for debt in this county the county would need to perform extensive improvements on its N St Andrews Street property to address the issue.
A vivid March moment shows dignity lifting a straw hat in windy streets as a figure pursues a runaway item, anger flares briefly, then dignity returns with calm resolve amid dust and air.
A Kansas editor in Emporia cites racial segregation in the South, arguing Southerners will not accept social equality with Black people. The piece defends regional customs, warns against northern meddling, and notes that northerners who move South often adopt Southern views while resisting mingling in hotels and trains.
The text notes a surge in attention to school fire safety following the Cleveland tragedy where nearly two hundred students died. It mentions more frequent fire drills and heightened awareness of fire hazards in school buildings.
The Birmingham Ledger notes many Alabama papers are thriving without whiskey ads, while others are making more than ever by carrying those ads.
Judge Leslie remarks that if he were involved in politics he would spend little time on the whiskered man, and notes gray hairs imply many county youths are unqualified to vote for not paying their poll tax.
The Atlanta Journal questions John D s choice to buy a winter home in Augusta arguing Atlanta would have favored him more though Augusta lies well south of the South Carolina line and is not as dry.
A writer argues public matters deserve named accountability and defends Postmaster Tramwell against claims of undue influence. The piece notes Dothan’s post office receipts rose from 7000 to 14000 in four years due to town growth and business, not solely Tramwell’s efforts.
W. T. Singletary enters the race for Houston County Tax Collector. Former Tax Assessor of Geneva County, he is described as an efficient and popular official with a strong record and broad support. His honesty and popularity are noted as key attributes in his bid.
The Camp Bartow quarterly meeting will be held at the courthouse on the first Tuesday in April. Full attendance of the old soldiers is requested as badges will be distributed and uniforms chosen. Pensions for this quarter will be ready for delivery at the meeting.
G T. Davis of Columbia traveled to Dothan on Thursday for undisclosed purposes and observations.
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