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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1913
Page
1
J W Wrest Jr of Gainesville ends his life by a self inflicted gunshot amid heavy losses from recent storms and floods. He leaves a wife and children, was about 15 years in Union Springs and had worked with crews on the Central Georgia railroad. The funeral is planned for Saturday.
A large live catamount was trapped near Bay Head Ma. It stood about four feet high and weighed approximately two stone. The animal was captured in a steel trap set about six weeks ago by a local hunter. It suffered injuries including a limb amputation from the trap. The creature appeared aggressive and was described as fierce by observers during the capture and subsequent handling.
Mr E Blackidge of Abbeville, longtime resident and former tradesman, dies yesterday afternoon. Local old residents recall him as a sturdy figure who worked in the trade for many years and lived in the town for a long time.
Houston County reports a crowded jail with ten men under murder charges. Most inmates are white, and the situation highlights rising arrests as county law enforcement handles a spike in homicide cases. Also noted is a Sunday School event at 9:10 am with WOR Chapin supervising, not interfering with church services.
A note from the Prissytery Church states there will be no preaching tomorrow and no Sunday School at the usual hour. The message directs parishioners to meet at 446 in the rental space.
A read fragment describes a Palace Theatre comedy program with titles Trading and Tightwad and a barony actor, noting a matinee and mixed pricing alongside references to an Augustan star and a fogbound Gibraltar metaphor.
The Business and Professional Men of Dothan host an inaugural reading and demonstration of the credit system. Merchants hear why cooperation is essential and how the service will aid local dealers, with emphasis on improving customer relations and extending credit prudently.
Readable fragments indicate Floyd Allen and Claude Allen were executed by electric chair yesterday afternoon in Virginia for their roles in the Willesboro murder plot. The executions followed court proceedings and were announced as successful amid ongoing Virginia capital cases.
Mire 4 Ue Skieper of Abbeville died yesterday afternoon at six after a collision on a central railway line near Lennon. The wreck involved an automobile and a freight train, leaving the car completely ruined. Police report says a watchman was not stationed at the Plain Kiroat crossing, contributing to the fatal accident. Several passengers were injured but no others fatalities confirmed. The incident drew attention from local officials and is under investigation.
An essayish piece discusses daily conversation and social advice. It emphasizes consistent study of literature art and conversation to improve talk, noting the role of regular reading and engaging with ideas to stay informed.
A fragmented column argues for a stock law in Houston County to curb border raiding and protect farms. It urges a countywide adoption to balance livestock control with local needs, noting potential civic resistance and urging supportive votes at the upcoming meeting.
Dramatic study notes delays in completing engagement with the George Siwteaa group tonight. Advertises a $30 event and Hot Point Fredrie Iron coupons, with open hours from 2:20 to 4 and an adjutant 49 nod 3 Senta.
Fragmentary notes describe a seventh grade group from a high school holding a picnic at Underwood’s today. Other details are unclear in the garbled OCR.
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