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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1906
Page
4
Houston readers discuss the mayoral race and campaign platforms. The Coleone remains in the contest, Les seeks a one term to serve Houston, and economic concerns loom over candidate bills and jobs. A cold snap stirs talk of Fairbanks visiting while ice sales lag and fruit prospects look steady.
Vivid phrase describes the Colonel’s looming court ending and influence across rivers and towns from the Chattahoochee to Choctawhatchee. It recalls muddy roads near Kinsey and reaches toward Florida terrain, signaling a strong regional reach.
A man regarded as a frequent drinker claimed a forty year drinking history while claiming to be fifty five. He acknowledged starting young and admitted to being a successful drunkard for four decades. The narrator notes such cases are rare in the area.
Homer Davenport relays Captain Hobson's tale of the kissing episode after a postwar speech in a Midwestern town. An old woman and her 14 year old granddaughter kissed the captain, with sensational reports inflating the number to 600. The account aims to debunk the inflated figure and restore the Merrimac hero's reputation.
Reported Friday night break in at Batchelor Brothers’ store notes burglars entered through a rear door and left an umbrella by the door. They stole $40 to $50 in shoes hats including a Panama shirt sex ties, selecting items with discernment and care. Police seek description to recover items and warn against careless acts.
Mr J D Campbell of Route 5 found a small alligator about 18 inches long on the Do Than streets. He placed the creature in a tank with fresh water and plans to sell it or keep it until it grows large enough to forage on its own.
The dispensary proved useful for shade trees lawns home costs and school books yet its liquor reform is minimal. It did not become a lively social hub or curb drunkenness as hoped. The piece notes limited success and quick loss of interest among residents.
Three months ago Houston county showed little interest but politicians revived desire as everyone claims their representative should deliver. The liquor issue shifts from dormant to urgent with debates over Dothan dispensary and supposed whiskey payments lacking explanation prior to 1898.
The article notes Editor Martin’s resurgence after a defeat and prompts reflection on hat sizes. It cites a Stetson as 73-8, implying a humorous measure of prominence or weight of public opinion. The piece mixes editorial sentiment with a playful aside on headwear.
A newspaper paragraph about a poll tax deadline caused readers to ask questions about who pays and whether the law was overturned. Superintendent Dell issued a notice claiming funds were paid into his hands and ready for teachers, while the paper suspects the wording aimed to provoke a reaction.
The announcement identifies Jos F Johnston of Jefferson as a candidate for alternate U S Senator from Alabama, pending Democratic primary action.
Several residents announce candidacies for Houston County representative seats. Names include C. O. Box of Dothan and H. P. Calhoun with pledges to serve the people if elected subject to the Democratic primary. W. L. Lee and C. L. McLennon also enter the race ahead of August 27, 1906.
A series of declarations by N B Crawford Carlo Murphy J R Kornegay and T W Butler announcing candidacies for sheriff of Houston County Alabama subject to the Democratic Primary held August 27 with names and brief affiliations listed.
Atlantic Coast Line offers reduced fares to Savannah Georgia for May 13 to 15 1906 from Georgia Alabama and Florida points north of Jacksonville Lake City River Junction plus from points south May 14 and 15 1906. Fare is one fare plus 22 cents round trip with minimum 50 cents. Tickets expire May 19 1906. See ticket agent for details.
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