Death and Rain Wreak Havoc From St Louis to Oklahoma
Severe weather across Missouri and Oklahoma caused major damage and fatalities. A Frisco through train from Memphis to Kansas City derailed near Springfield, killing engineer Charles Hains and injuring five others. Livestock train wreck at Wishart injured Fret W. S. Childers. Heavy rains flooded St Louis forcing townsfolk to evacuate by boat. Tulsa and surrounding areas suffered significant damage from cloudbursts and floods.
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St. Louis
St. Louie
Memphis
Kansas City
Springfield
Charles Hains
Wishart
W. S. Childers
Tulsa
Oklahoma
Dothan Eagle Promises News Across Distances
Readers in North Georgia inquire about a local breach of promise suit said to involve high society. The Eagle invites questions from Shorter College’s students and promises to carry the story to eager subscribers nationwide.
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Duthan
North Georgia
Baseball in Dothan Needs Local Support
Local notes indicate limited baseball activity in Dothan this summer with Abbeville, Columbia, and Hartford fielding teams. Abbeville has won two of three against Hartford and Columbia defeated Abbeville, while Columbia benefits from strong recruiting. Walt pitched for Columbia last week, limiting Abbeville to one hit. Call for community backing to boost a Dothan team.
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Iartford
Abbeville
Hartford
Columbia
Abbevill
Walt
Dothan
Judge Connor Nominated for E District of North Carolina
Washington May 10 Henry Groves Connor a Democrat has been nominated by the president as judge for the eastern district of North Carolina to succeed Thomas R Purnell. Judge Connor is a Democrat.
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Washington
Henry Groves Conner
North Caroliina
Thomas R. Purnell
Connor
Columbia Sunday School Union Pie Eve at Wood's Mill
The Sunday School at Pickhic Columbia invites Dothan residents to attend a Union pie social at Wood's Mill on Friday for a cordial gathering and enjoyable time.
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Columbia Sunday School
Pickhic
Cults Big
Wood's Mill
Circuit Court Opens Roberson Murder Trial
Cleve Roberson faces first degree murder charges as trial begins this morning with evidence to the press time completed and argument under way. A verdict is anticipated tonight while the defense schedules Sam Sunes for afternoon consideration and yesterday’s dispositions include Messer gaming and several assault cases with modest fines. Bartow Jolllundl’s murder case is set for Thursday.
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Cleve Roberson
Attractinoni
Sam Sunes
Study of Forests of Alabama Completed
Washington reports a preliminary US Forest Service and State Forestry assessment of Alabama forest conditions. It outlines past and present resources, notes extensive timber loss, and calls for legislation and a coordinated, conservative plan to manage land and timber in the state. The study cites diverse forests from northeast hardwoods to coastal pines and highlights need for markets and protection.
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Washington
Alabama
D W. Poster
United States Forest Service
Dynamvision
United States
Forrester
Ada
Lems
W. 4 Wilson
West Main Street
Cawal
Pine Forest Fires and Timber Loss Endanger Alabama Growth
The article condemns recurring fires in Alabama pine forests, caused by railroads and farmers, and describes widespread timber destruction. It warns longleaf pines struggle to reproduce after logging, with soils and weather conditions hindering regrowth. Emphasis is on forest protection, fire control, and wiser forest use to preserve remaining stands and educate residents.
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Mabuina
Dothan Passengers Boost Coast Line Tampa Excursion
Central trainmaster HL Smith and Coast Line agents rode through Dothan while the Tampa excursion left with full coaches. About 100 tickets were sold yesterday, more than any other town on the line, prompting calls to repeat the performance. Names of local participants and clubs are listed along with music shop notices and social invitations.
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HL HL
Smith
the Central
Dothan
Albany
W. Rk, Beauprie
Atlanta
Andrews Bay Road
Panman City
Coast Line Excursion Trust
Tampa
Entertaining Sunday School Event Delights Dothan Crowd
The Me. Guy Malone Sunday School Class show at lite theatre, managed by Mex Harmon, drew praise for Miss Iane Peterman, Miss Mae Howard, and the performers. Mrs Harmon’s leadership, Malone’s pride, and the Japanese love scene impressed the audience, though some regretted missing the event.
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Guy. Malone
Lite
Mex
C. E. Harmon
Dothan
Misa Iane Peterman
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