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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1933
Page
1
In Georgia the governor issues an executive order setting a $3 motor vehicle tag fee, claiming it fulfills a campaign pledge. The move follows a hostile legislative session described as chaotic with partisan fighting over license fees and tax policy. Alabama readers are noted to reflect similarly on fiscal pledges.
The editorial argues a $3,313,055 general fund deficit for the year ending Sept 30, 1933, against a $1,450,635 forecast, with revenues insufficient to cover nonpriority departments. It blames Gov Alib er for tax obsessions and contrasts Hoover-era deficits with Roosevelt’s stance, urging drastic reductions in state spending and criticizing legislative paralysis.
A collection of pithy quips and aphorisms from W J Batchelor on education, society, and fame. The verses offer wry observations about schooling, divorce, politicians, and aging, framed in playful wordplay and old style humor.
Twenty years ago in Dothan and surrounding areas notable residents visited or passed through. WT Williams of Slocoinh and Mrs Khiss visited Dothan. T W Tiewell of Newland attended events in Dothan. RC Williams organized a bankers association meeting. The Pinkard Mercantile Co. was fire visited. Bryant Burkett’s home on Main Street was changed by Erie. Reverend W W Woodburn preached at Camden Presbyterian Church. Mr and Mrs A H Strickland and children Elizabeth and Jack visited from Ashford. Dr W S Oates of Headland visited Dothan. Dr Oscar Dowling of Louisiana spoke at the courthouse. He formerly lived in Ozark.
In a Boston Transcript humor piece, Mr Smithers questions if any ancestors crossed on the Mayflower. He replies no but jokes that one ancestor tried to sail and nearly made it, prompting a light, wry reflection on lineage.
A fragment from the Oakland Tribune cites a bizarre guide to handling scuffling in homes. It advocates drastic measures, including physical restraint, to force behavior change and even claims to curb scuffling to a maximum of six incidents between dinner and bedtime.
Herbert Viummer notes a sudden shift as the Senate and House welcomes many newcomers. The chamber looks uneven with Democrats crowded and Republicans dispersed. Leaders Joe Robinson and Charles McNary resume sharp exchanges, while Dave Reed and George Norris sit side by side after recent party friction.
Turmoil signals only a rough start as members appear ready to act. Observers note remarkable speed in the Senate and House as Legislature accelerates its first orders. The keynote focus seems to be speed and swift actions across both chambers.
A fragmentary piece on New York city life showing dour tone toward holidays and historic birthdays like George Washington hour to a somber mood. The text references Armistice and local attitudes toward days of rest, with scattered garbled phrases amid the urban backdrop.
A fragmentary portrait highlights Hope Williams, a wealthy actress famed as a New York fashion plate. She enjoys stage comedies, visits a Wyoming ranch in blue jeans, and reflects on trousers for formal wear. The piece notes Greenwich Village balls shifting and mentions Howard Dietz’s early career with children’s fairy tales.
An article discusses sexual hormones and plant growth, noting hyacinth and arum lily respond to hormone exposure causing precocious growth and second flowering. It mentions peat coal oil containing a follicle hormone and links to hormones in plants and animals, highlighting advances in understanding female reproductive cycles and related disturbances.
Sundown stories recount Flotilla Botilla visiting Willy Nilly who shows off homemade picture puzzles. Willy Nilly cut out figures from boxes and magazines and hid a collection for friends. Flotilla plans to use the idea for their own puzzles as she waves goodbye while Mrs Quack Duck appears.
An Arizona Scotchman named Douglas will be the next Director of the Budget, a move that could carry significant implications. The Cincinnati Times-Star notes the appointment may signal shifts in fiscal policy and governance.
Advice on arranging家 children s possessions to prevent damage and conflict. Encourage separate rooms or locked storage for older siblings treasures to reduce strain between brothers and sisters and protect delicate toys and collections.
The text notes Barbo Ontague Norman, governor of the Bank of England, earning just under ten thousand dollars annually. It adds commentary about security affiliates and random remarks on a Seattle safe cracking incident involving onions and a produce company. Japan is said to be buying ships for scrap, with papers suggesting ample scrap locally.
A garbled report mentions a wrestling commission misplacement, a dispute over refereeing, and a remark about a referee. It notes a jury reaching a verdict after 26 hours of deliberation, and a tense exchange involving Harry Nels and J L Vaugen. The text references a hotel incident and paid wrestlers Joe Morgan and esty H J Morgan.
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