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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1934
Page
6
Letters and snippets from residents reveal humorous and candid remarks on daily life. Contributors include Lillie Maude Ellis and McRae, commenting on pets, parties, and local papers, with reflections on newspaper work and NRA mentions in the era.
President Roosevelt unveiled a six cornered relief plan to aid midwestern farmers facing drought. The program speeds aid to farm families, funds seed and forage, relaxes wheat contracts, and urges rail rate reductions. Officials foresee water and food shortages easing, with potential congressional action on grants and emergency agency support.
Fort Worth Texas May 15 AP Leaders of the Baptist Church from many states and missions fields arrived for the Southern Baptist convention opening the next day. The Women’s Missionary Union met first under Mrs F W Armstrong while executive committees prepared for main sessions. Miss Juliette of Alabama spoke on Youth About the King's Business.
Washington May 15 AP The Senate banking committee opened work on a housing bill and unveiled plans to push a home renovating campaign. The program would finance up to 2000 for homeowners with easy payments via banks and lenders, backed by government guarantees covering up to 70 percent of losses if borrowers default. John Smith could obtain 2000 for a new bath or roof with 5 percent interest over five years, paying about 40 dollars monthly, while the lender and government share risk through the insurance pool.
Armistice ends months of brutal fighting between Ibn Saud forces and Imam Yahtyah rulers of Yemen. Saudi dominance outlined, with Yemen to be nominally independent, while both sides withdraw troops and release hostages. British and Italian ships monitor Red Sea after clashes near Aden and Hodeidah.
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