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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1933
Page
1
A torn Dothan Eagle page fragment shows garbled lines about subscriptions rates and business offices, followed by a clipped editorial voice critiquing education funding. The text includes stray names, numbers, and phrases, with references to Associated Press and institutional cost debates.
Sioux Falls Federal Court grants injunction against a broadcasting company to stop diverting Associated Press news. The ruling upholds that news is property and, while radio offers free service, it risks harming newspaper sales and timeliness, depth, and selectivity of public information, preserving daily papers as primary sources.
The Sammon Ledger denounces Alabama education funding trends noting a top-heavy higher education system drawing state funds away from public schools. It cites past bond issues and states higher institutions have been favored over public schools in recent years.
Fragmentary text discusses Batchelor and buttons, mentions Congress and a claim about a straight line as the shortest distance, then shifts to remarks on government effort to raise fish and bogs injuring them, with vague reference to federal economy and constitutional concerns.
The Rev Dr Stons denounced radio stories as demoralizing to youth during a All Souls Unitarian sermon. He urged broadcasters to curb what he called abusive content before the public damages repeat. Mothers are banding together to protest the doctrines and sensational tales on air.
A letter to the Montgomery Advertiser argues an income tax alone cannot reopen state finances or cover the debt interest on 20000000. It claims a seven percent amendment would not raise revenue and predicts possible future sales tax. The piece frames taxes as a move to appease Governor Bhiller and critics the plan as burdensome.
Dell of Columba was in Dothan. T. J Whatley of FE Gaines was in Dothan. Mrs W Henry was visiting in Birmingham. Mrs J W Grant hosted the New Sprat club. J B Rodney of Ashford visited Dothan. Jim Brockett returned from Montgomery. Evelyn and Jamie Farmer visited Allante. Mrs H G Forrester entertained the Elwell Auction club. Charles Gates Moreland and Ernest Clemente visited Hereford. Mrs B F Moody and daughter returned from Troy.
A Topeka Kansas carwashing plant used rain checks in a novel way by offering customers a free wash within twenty four hours after their car is washed and returned. The plan turns rain check culture into an incentive for repeat service at Taylor Tyrockator.
A sweeping pension measure, praised as a historic step, would grant the President new authority to cut veteran benefits. Critics warn of fraud and fiscal peril as Congress and Democratic leaders face pressure from veteran groups and party factions amid a national emergency.
An Emporia Gazette editorial argues Republicans should back President Roosevelt’s aims to stabilize economy and restore industrial order. It warns against partisan obstruction, praises Roosevelt’s cabinet, and calls for timely, courageous action rather than hesitation to win public approval.
A Washington Letter profiles Harry Parker a veteran Negro messenger outside the Ways and Means Committee door. Since tariff bills began, Parker has watched lawmakers and presidents sign many measures, including Dingley, Payne Aldrich, Fordney McCumber, and Hawley Smoot. He recalls key moments, gifts, and the secrecy surrounding tariff deliberations.
Hungarian immigrant Julius D Horvath in Yorkville proposes secret methods to mimic Stradivarius violins. He describes a filler for hollow pores and a varnish containing ammonia, claiming it can recreate the famed tone. He notes limited American market and ongoing imports of violins despite local makers.
Fragmentary text appears to reference head pain and political sentiments. Mentions Joseph, liquor, Lincoln era, California, and a claim someone will be president for four years. Overall the fragment is unclear and lacks cohesive reportable facts.
Dr Lago Goldnton explains stomach digestion, pepsin, and protective factors for the stomach lining. He notes that pepsin in living cells helps digest protein and that frequent small meals may ease peptic ulcer pain by reducing irritation to the mucous membrane.
Sundown Stories features Mary Graham Bonner narrating a whimsical scene where Jelly Bear calms frightened children. The bear stands, rolls into a fluffy ball, tumbles down a bank, then growls softly and grins, inviting kids to climb on for a playful ride as adults look on with astonishment.
A discussion on how early generosity in children emerges from loving responses. Parents’ appreciation of gifts and shared moments teaches sharing beyond family, guiding children toward generosity with peers. Also includes brief local items on fingerprinting in Charleston and fire department records at Old Hickory.
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