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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1936
Page
1
The article reports Hoffman plans to answer Lindbergh inquiry questions as Gov. Smith weighs a possible pardon for Bruno Hauptmann. Condon faces questions at the governor’s inquiry. Hauptmann counsel seeks a second hearing before the March 31 execution date.
Red Cross urges Houston residents to donate toward a relief quota of 350 dollars, aiming to help flood victims in the East. Chairman J Theodore Jackson notes the national body once aided Cottonwood Grandburg tornado victims and seeks to mobilize a three million dollar goal to support the stricken area. Houston residents are urged to remember disaster hardships and contribute generously.
Fourteen people were indicted by a grand jury on conspiracy to defraud the state in a gasoline tax scheme. Indictments accuse residents from multiple states, with the Taxation Commissioner estimating about 2935 tons diverted and at least $150,000 in gasoline taxes lost under gasoline shipments imported as kerosene.
In a city plan, deeds for right of way along a projected route were rechecked and some abandoned. City officials, led by Vaughn the auditor treasurer, prepared updates for adoption at the next meeting. A dramatic scene arose at the recording office over a disputed take of property along the route. No one was fired. Ruth advertising noted Liberty Oil placards offering cash rewards.
Accident on the Bay Line south of Dothan hurled Claude Nichola 32 from a motor car as he rode a pulley box on a drive belt. He was dragged under the car and run over, suffering a fractured right shoulder and multiple lacerations. He remains in a hospital in satisfactory condition with recovery expected barring complications.
The case of C P Martin Cottonwood police chief under indictment for first degree murder goes to the Supreme Court after Judge Poyner granted $10,000 bond. The state appeals, prosecutors state the decision may be challenged, while Martin remains free until a ruling.
Osmond David Watson aged 54 a Dothan resident and longtime autdhor bookkeeper for the Dothan Steam Laundry died at his home on Washington Street after two days of illness. He was a Firet Baptist church member and survived by his wife, three daughters Martha Watson Pensacola Mrs C G Coward Sylacauga and Mrs W A Moody Jr., six brothers John A C Watson Foy Brell Robert and others and a sister Mrs W M Childe. Funeral services are set for 10 20 oclock Wednesday at the home conducted by Rev I W Doehery.
Flooded regions from Maine to Ohio and Kentucky begin cleanup as 188 rivers caused widespread damage. In Cincinnati and the Ohio Valley, thousands flee rising waters while emergency workers, National Guardsmen, and Red Cross teams surge to aid. Officials seek federal aid and a broad food control plan for Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, and Kentucky.
George W. Barrett a grey‑haired Kentucky feudist linked to multiple killings over a 55 year life was hanged by the Federal government in the Marshall County jailyard two minutes after midnight. Deputy Sheriff Arthur Reeves acted as executioner pulling the trap at 12 02. The case stemmed from the August 16 murder of Nelson B. Klein in West College Corner as authorities tried to arrest Barrett for a stolen car. Barrett declared Klein sought to threaten his life before the shooting that led to the fatal arrest.
Probate Judge Garon P. Poyner said plans for a memorial to the late Gov George Smith Houston hinge on two $2,000 legacies. J P Houston and George Smith Houston Jr left funds to fund a county memorial, with executrices Emma A Drennen and Mary Houston of Birmingham overseeing the estate. Until receipt of the second bequest the form of the memorial cannot be decided. Houston served as governor in 1874 and 1876, two terms of two years each.
The Alabama Florida Class D professional baseball league formed a six club circuit after promoter James Grant of Dothan signed for 3530, entering Enterprise and Troy with fees for admission into the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues. The league includes Dothan Troy and Enterprise, with continuation on page two.
The New York Giants and Chicago Cubs arrived by train at 12 15 PM for a 3 PM exhibition at Memorial stadium in Tucsday afternoon. Stars included Lon Warneke of the Cubs and Bill Terry of the Giants. Warneke is noted for his wins over Detroit last season and Grimm relies on him heavily. Terry, a former local player, once auditioned with the Dixie League club but was cut for wildness. The game was expected to draw about 27000 fans from several states in clear weather.
Verdic Brought In Staying OF Marrying Parson, Wite GATE CITY, Va. March 24 AP The Scott County coroner jury ruled minister Rev ET Wade killed his wife then shot himself at their home Their bodies were found yesterday Mrs Wade about 44, younger than her husband by five years was shot in the back of the head with a 12 gauge shotgun and the minister died from a self inflicted wound Officials found no motive for Wade's act.
Houston county farmers eligible for cotton price adjustment payments were urged Tuesday by county farm agent C. M. Ling to file applications this week. With schedules completed, forms were brought to Ling's office for processing, as payment eligibility totals in the county reach about $190,000.
A Reuters style outline reports Hitler sending a counter move to Locarno powers via Joachim von Ribbentrop, to London, while Britain seeks a constructive response. France rejects concessions, risking a rift with Britain as Mussolini’s Italy acts to tighten control of the Mediterranean and prepare air power.
A jury convicted taxi drivers Theo Parka and Albert Hoflandrr along with women companions Flora Parke and Loulin Twitty for robbing and beating a passenger on a highway near Florence. The victim, Bob Williams, lost $20 and later learned his daughter died in Memphis. Sentences imposed range to ten years in the state penitentiary.
Gov. Bibb Graves stated the Supreme Court ruling blocks the annual tax bill with a referendum feature and urged reconsideration to avoid a sale tax measure. He called for a luxury levy on amusements and other goods while seeking a clear public vote on liquor questions, urging House action to avert delays.
Montgomery March 24 The Senate referred the Harrison tax bill to the temperance committee after the Supreme Court ruled a referendum on sales tax and direct revenue bills unlawful. The House later reconsidered the measure by acclamation, settling on a two day delay and a compromise between administration and minority leaders.
Associate Press dispatch from Miami reports President Roosevelt aboard the destroyer Monaghan en route to the distant Bahama grounds for a two week fishing cruise. He discussed General Hagood’s relief and declined to comment on cavalry matters before boarding for the open sea.
A small tornado struck a farming area about 12 miles west of Horn at midnight, injuring more than a dozen people and destroying homes in several Missouri towns. A teacher guided 20 children to safety as schools and houses were damaged. Names of victims and further details are reported on Page Two.
Brazil under martial law as President Vargas expands wartime powers to suppress subversive activities across the nation of 47 million. The decree extends beyond the November uprising’s aims, citing a broad threat and arresting prominent opponents amid political conferences and constitutional concerns.
Partly cloudy conditions with thundershowers likely in Alabama, cooler Tuesday night with generally fair Wednesday. North Florida expects thunderstorms and showers, especially eastern areas, with fresh south to southeasterly winds likely increasing.
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