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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1907
Page
3
A Chicago Record-Herald story recalls barber lore about left handed stylists. Superstitions say left handed barbers bring bad luck and even prompt firings. The trade supposedly marks a barber in how he sits, shifts, and handles the razor, with Tuesday routines and Monday hesitations cited.
A reader recalls a dream about Favonius winning the Derby after a lighthearted exchange about wind names. The Zephyr colt had been renamed Favonius, aligning with the dreamers recall of the southwest wind in Latin. The horse won, but the tale is a clever guess rather than prophecy.
A Philadelphia Record item recalls a local suburban train discussion where three passengers note more seats fill on the right. The conductor explains riders avoid the sun and fear collisions, preferring the side away from oncoming traffic for safer egress.
An ad notes mattress renovation services in Dothan offering cotton and moss mattress refurbishment for about $1.28 to $125 with pickup and return options and some free services.
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