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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1932
Page
2
A fragment reflecting on subscription costs and political opinion. It notes that a fall in rates can be caused by anything from a boil to a deficit. It also remarks that the President of France is only a figurehead and condemns assassination attempts as folly for political purposes.
The Alabama Industrial Board citing an USDA bulletin compares Iowa and Alabama farming. Iowa shows larger livestock output and crop values with lower fertilizer use, while Alabama relies more on cotton. The report argues livestock integration raises soil fertility, boosts farm income, and suggests Alabama expand dairying and livestock to match Iowa’s success.
Perfect happiness is not possible except to perfect idiots. The low mood has made the tired business man tired of nothing to do but play golf. You needn't expect appreciation until you
Excerpt from The Congressional Record features glowing quotes about senators Bailey Brookhart Borah and Smoot, plus droll witticisms on budget figures and employment service. It mixes praise with satirical asides and light social commentary on public figures and events.
LaGuardia rails at Hoover accusing him of arming the people against Congress as criticism echoes in Selma Times-Journal. The piece likens public sentiment to a man toward his foe’s dog and cites John McDuffie ’s polecat at a picnic remark, noting tax ire as Congress becomes an idol.
U S Senator Borah questions if the bureaucracy dominates both the executive and Congress and whether, in this distress, it will refuse to share the burden with taxpayers. The quote reflects concern over government structure and fiscal responsibility amid tough times.
A Negro man nearly lynched in Marianna was taken to Dothan for safety. Abbeville's Squire Melton baseball team lost to Dothan. W. F. Martin traveled to Thomasville. A. Y. Malone and son Robert planned a New York visit. W. E. Cannady on business to Thomasville and Gainesville. Mrs. W. R. Chapman visited relatives in Troy. Mrs. F. BR. Culver attended a Home Mission Society meeting in Montgomery. Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Lewis honeymooned in Hot Springs Arkansas. Mrs. M. A. Ellison returned from Troy alumni meeting and spoke.
In the city, a high-spending bachelor hosted an after theater party for a stage cutie, costing thousands. The guest, feigning fatigue, excused herself and phoned her London boyfriend for an hourlong call billed to her host, O. O. McIntyre.
The item recalls a stern man described as the coxswain of the crew in a New Mex era humor snippet.
William Gaines notes a flower craze in New York with the Grand Central Palace show drawing record crowds. Street vendors and plant carts proliferate as residents consider home gardening amid a March with erratic weather. He mentions Dean Stiff, a soon to be published author with a Columbia PhD, and explains hobos use the term stemming for panhandling.
In Manhattan at Madison and Forty sixth a man in a suspicious mood blocked a taxi, provoking a dispute over crossing. A police officer intervened as a bystander was led away. Back from Hollywood, Kitty Kelly visits Broadway. Fannie Hurst toils daily on a new book, Lucille Ricks writes a biography, and actress Marion Ball hails Alliance Ohio as home.
Doris Duke, heiress, appears among nightlife figures while Carl Laemmie Jr pays about 175000 dollars for movie rights to an Elmer Rice stage play and the writer’s services. A hotel reception room features a bar used for celebrity entertainments in these circles.
Washington letter notes Arkansas favors Roosevelt with 14 uninstructioned votes and hints Senator Joe Robinson may again be chosen as permanent chairman. Robinson previously presided at San Francisco 1920 and Houston 1928, earning praise for tact and parliamentary skill that aided Al Smith’s ticket. Other candidates from north or west could also back Robinson if needed.
Mrs Johnson is a charming woman yet difficult. No servant stays long. Waiters, cleaners, and hairdressers dread her visits. She collects apologies for imaginary wrongs and breaks into scenes at parties. Her friends shrug as storms end in an hour. Childhood tantrums appear to shape her fortieth year. Sensible training and affectionate treatment may prevent such behavior.
A study outlines juvenile glaucoma, noting hereditary patterns and earlier onset across generations. It reports higher risk in dark-eyed individuals, equal gender impact, and ages 15 to 29 as peak, with spontaneous correction unlikely and surgery often required.
A compact noting of Hambone’s Meditations by J P Alley. The entry references a column or humor piece with a regional or syndicated vibe and hints at love of wordplay and social observation.
Mary Graham Bonner tells of Sundown Stories where Peggy and John ride llamas in the Andes. They meet red wolves and a friendly lama family while the Magic Maker waits, enjoying steep mountain paths and shared chuckles about camel family brains.
Doctors warn glaucoma can be hereditary and damage optic nerve without symptoms. They urge eye checks for children in families with glaucoma to catch pressure changes early and prevent vision loss.
Local Pansey school activities include Mother's Day observances and Sunday school events led by Mrs. J Wm Bisa, Miss Trixie Burkett, and Mn E Hendley. Attendees include Mrs. Jessie McMath, Mrs. Tompkin Adams, Mr. and Mrs. Dawsey, and Arlingt visitors. Quarterly church meeting at Friendship drew a large crowd. Rev Elbert Watson and Rev Wade preached. The Department of Cos announced 1930 export values for corn meal and flour to the States, with figures cited for multiple years including 1928 1929 1930.
The American Cotton Association board meeting in Orleans agreed to continue cooperative work with the Farm Board for. years. The action awaits state confirmation, with Woodford County and Tiinods noted in involvement and Dinois department or 4 ture referenced.
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