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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1906
Page
4
May 5 1906 reports indicate some newspapers beyond the sixth district express alarm over Hobson nomination. The piece notes Hobson has performed well in pivotal moments and reflects on regional attitudes, earthquakes, rain, crops, and local optimism about the people’s prospects.
An exhortation urges mothers to keep children in sight amid campaign activity warning that kissing or close contact can expose children to disease and unsafe influence from men seeking votes. The piece emphasizes tobacco scent and cigars as negative cues during political fervor.
Candidates in Houston county seek a solid yellow pine platform to prove its value before addressing the liquor issue. Some back dispensary, others favor an open bar room, and some want neither. The final choice rests with the voters.
The Opelika News defends a controversial two column attack on a town resident who objected to a city question, noting the subscriber stopped his paper in protest. The piece targets President, government, and officials but remains aimed at local figures with strong language.
A reader notes an article labeling a local man a "measley money grabber" and questions publishing it about any citizen. The writer warns such an editorial could invite danger and imply life threatening risk if printed before departure.
A town editorial argues that local merchants who advertise see greater sales growth. It cites a Dothan firm that tripled spring sales after adopting regular advertising and notes advertising has increased tenfold over six to seven years. The piece praises enterprising merchants who keep business before the public.
Tom Butler announces his candidacy for sheriff in this county. He is well known to voters for prior service as deputy under C. E. Walker and N. B. Crawford and pledges to perform duties thoroughly to make the county a good sheriff.
For sale a large Hall's burglar and fire proof safe with time lock in good condition. From Hall's Safe Co of Birmingham Alabama, offered as a bargain.
Jos F Johnston of Jefferson enters as alternate U S Senator from Alabama. C C Box of Dothan announces for Representative of Houston County. H P Calhoun seeks Houston County Legislature seat. C L McLean and W L Lee also announce for Democratic primary on August 27 1906.
POR SHERIFF. announce for sheriff of Houston County Alabama subject to Democratic Primary. N. B. Crawford, C.O. Green, Carlo Murphy, J. R. Kornegay, T. W. Butler list candidacies for the Aug. 27 primary.
Atlantic Coast Line offers one fare plus 22 cents round trip from Georgia Alabama and Florida points for travel to Savannah on May 13 14 15 1906 with final ticket return by May 19 1906. Minimum 50 cents. See ticket agent for details.
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