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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1909
Page
2
Publication details list post office catering in Dothan Alabama for second class mail. Rates include five dollars per year for daily except Sundays and one dollar weekly for Saturday issues. Publication dated Saturday May 22 1909.
A visitor notes Dothan’s larger size than expected while a local talks about hangings and a state service term of eight to sixteen years. The remark reflects surprise at the town’s size and influence.
Local note from Dothan says adults scarce for current games but hints at a budding generation. Young players are approaching, promising a strong nine within a year or two as attention shifts to future talent.
The Montgomery Journal notes Dothan plans a welcoming visit for Alabama editors. Local newspapers urge citizens to show civic spirit and enterprise, promising a metropolitan reception. The press association gathers in Dothan in about a month, with members expecting a delightful, top city experience.
Many locals plan travel in the coming months with trips to the Pacific coast and the World's Fair via California and the northern route. Others head to Chicago or New York, with several choosing Montgomery Jacksonville or Panama City and St Andrews. Relatives await in various places as citizens seek brief escapes before returning home.
Western railroads increasingly ban alcohol problems, claiming sobriety boosts service. They reserve the right to fire employees with bad breath as a sign of misconduct, warning that a man’s job could be jeopardized by a bad life outside work.
A reflective anecdote recalls distant journeys from the Jordan River to New York and London Paris. The piece notes how aging reduces perceived distances as people now travel quickly, returning within a week and eliciting little surprise from neighbors who expect such trips.
A reflective piece on hunting life describes packing gear, scenting a hunt, and the patient wait for game. It contrasts off days with the thrill of pursuit, noting hounds, possums, and squirrels as familiar quarry and the dangers of careless shots.
A vivid scene describes buzzing bees near gum trees and the sharp smell of burning rags used to smoke bees away, capturing a tense moment of pest retreat.
Daily reports the Elite minstrel show tomorrow night as the season’s top event. Local boys rehearse in costumes and plan a citywide street parade. Five musicians including Crazy Fritter and Miss Harrison headline the act with reserved seats urged at Smith's Drug Store.
Outline of events from May 23 to May 27 detailing sermons promotions readings and declamations at the high school. Includes senior graduation exercises and the commencement address by Hanoph Neely Powers superintendent of education. Also notes a debate on tariff policy in the United States.
The breach of promise case unfolds at the Court House on Thursday evening May 20. Col A E Pace sits as plaintiff with lawyers Col Eff Hill and Col M B Boyd and witnesses Dr Hilliard and Mrs W M Hunter. The defense, Col R D Crawford and Prof Thompkins with witness Mr Po M Carlisle. Judge Vace directs jury. tickets to hear the charge sell for 50 and 25 cents at local drug stores.
I express gratitude to friends and acquaintances in Dothan for aid during the illness and death of my daughter Mrs Argo.
Messrs. O. B. Pruitt W. E. Houston F. P. Watkins and K. Watson of Clayton spent last night in Dothan and left this morning for Panama St Andrews and other points in Florida on a fishing trip.
The Frazier Orchestra states it will not play for the Minstrel attraction advertised for Wednesday night and asks friends to credit them accordingly.
Every member of our church is requested to be present at Prayer Meeting Wednesday night. Important business to be brought before you. W M Anderson, Board of Deacons.
A special train leaves Central Station at 5 30 PM for a Barner and Phylithea Classes party at the First Baptist Church with Rev W M Anderson and Mr S A Stapleton accompanying. Young ladies should bring baskets, and the men will handle the herbest. All members must be on time.
The piece describes mild May like conditions arriving with calm winds and soft sunshine. It hints at improving skies and gentle warmth shaping the day.
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