Dothan News Roundup Opens With Local Notes And Transfers
Local items report Mr. Hughes remaining in business at the old stand and Mr. Jones visiting with his family. The piece notes travels of Prof Layfield and teachers to the National Education Association, and mentions Rev W M Anderson's dedication sermon in Oklahoma City. G S Hales moves his family to Dothan as Walk-Overs advertise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hughes
Brown
Pearson
Layfield
Messes Pearl
Rosa Lee
Verna Shack
Jessie Taylor
Ella Duffey
Dothan
Thrasher Heads For Hereford Ranch In New Mexico Border Area
Mr J T Thrasher departed Wednesday for Hereford Texas where his northwest New Mexico border ranch lies and plans to shoot jack rabbits for several weeks. His wife will join him after a short stay in Atlanta. Uncle John has moved to Dothan and sold much property here totaling about 37240 with some left. Mr and Mrs W T Wheeless and daughter Sarah visit Bolands in the city from Tifton Georgia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. Thrasher
Hereford
Tex
New Mexico
Fowler Granted Bail in Wife Slaying Case
Frank Fowler, charged with killing his wife, was allowed bail of five thousand dollars Thursday before Chancellor Parks. It is believed he will post bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Fowler
Parks
Camp Bartow Holds April Meeting For Ex Confederates
Camp Bartow to convene on the first Tuesday in April with all ex confederate soldiers urged to attend as important business will arise. Also notes representatives who voted against a tax on money lenders and two lawyers listed. Elder J A Payne to preach at the courthouse. Batchelor Bros advertise Walk Over Shoes priced at four dollars and three fifty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camp Bartow
M. V. White
Crawford
Walker
Lee
Houston
Parker
Cullman
Pitts
Dallas
Cromos
Court House
J. A Payne
Primative Baptist Church
Money In Hogs Gaining Ground In Section
T A Clark of New Orleans purchased hogs for Cuban shipment in Dothan area, paying 5 cents per pound. He bought several carloads, noting mild winter kept hogs mobile. A 550 pound hog brought 27.50, a 22 month old slop pig, with plans to return in fall to buy more. He urged locals to raise hogs to meet demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T.A. Clark
New Orleans
Dothan
N. T. Eldridge
Pretty Colonial Style House Rising on Oates Street
In town, Dr. W. H. Williams is building a striking two story cottage on the corner of Oates and South streets. The stone finish front, terracotta color painting, and distinctive shingles make the residence notably attractive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Williams
Alabama Climate Notes From Dothan and Gulf Breeze Region
The piece discusses Dothan wateroaks retaining leaves through winter with new growth, roses blooming year round in some yards, and a mild mosquito presence since last season. It praises the region as well balanced in Gulf breeze reach and commends the current administration’s achievements and promises fulfilled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dothan
Alabama
One Man Power and Governor Comer Debate Tax Policy
The account highlights a county ally who supported Governor Comer and wrote him about defeating new lending taxes. Comer responded that he would handle the matter, noting the tax would deter loans and hurt farmers saving money for interest. The piece urges collective restraint and warns against concentrating power in a single man.
Dothan Gasoline Shortage Tied to Education Fund Talk
Local report notes gasoline shortages in Dothan amid rumors that John D. plans to allocate more money for education of his victims. The piece hints at ongoing controversy and public concern without detailing concrete actions or outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dothan
John D
Probate notice in Houston County estate Forrester
Probate Court of Houston County grants letters testamentary to Mrs Fannie Forrester on March 4 1907 under the will of John S Forrester deceased. All persons with claims must present them within the legal time or be barred. March 16 to April 15.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Leslie
Probate
Houston County
Fannie Forrester
Also Mentioned on This Page
Bundick Place
How Byrd
R F. D
E JO
Tn Fe
B. D. Jones
Hughes’ Cherry's
Jones
Suny
Journal
D.C
LF. Collins
Hartford
Mrs. Colwhe
Bs. Voss
LA Bethea
Florence
S.C
M. E. Bethea
WL. Lee
Columbia
W. M Anderson
Oklahoma City
St. Joseph, Mo
G. S. Hales
Haleburg
Othan
W. T. Wheeless
Sarah
Tifton, Ga
City
Fowler
cAt
Batchelor Bros
Standard Odl Company (Incorporated
Comer
John S.forrester
Vicksburg
Tindall
Heaven
Foster Street
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