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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1908
Page
4
In Alabama after the election many claim payback or apathy at the polls. Some say they got even or left, while others admit they suffered a bad night. The piece notes that several men worked hard at the polls, yet had little effort elsewhere in years.
A vivid line describes predatory wealth as doomed to exposure and ridicule, with its hide to be hung on the sunny side of the shed-room roof for drying as a symbol of shame.
A brief note describes the upcoming melon harvest in the wire grass, noting cash flow in this section and many plan to plant conteloupes and watermelons next year. It calls this year an experiment with many growers.
The speaker urges Houston county to adopt a two primary plan already used by Dale and Geneva counties. He calls it fair and democratic, proposes all candidates run in a first primary, then the top two face off in a later primary, and argues no one should object.
The report notes Harry Thaw stating he would seek employment upon release. It suggests sending him to the cotton patch with punishment and harsh training to prepare him for a supposedly unproductive life. Critics blame his parents for inadequate education and call for him to earn his keep.
A reflective narrator recalls youth wasted by lack of law abiding choices and urges pity for those who indulge in easy appetites instead of honest work. The passage emphasizes an awakening to real life and consequences.
A satirical account describes the new town council elects as a rowdy bunch of plow boys. Names such as H. Watford Ben Pilcher Bud Holland Mr Black Will Fenn Alf Whiddon Lum Hughes Jim Grant Arthur Malone and the Mayor provide colorful anecdotes about their past plowing and swampland feats. The piece notes examinations and planned public demonstrations of farming skills before qualification.
Forty schools ended examinations Thursday and will hold a commencement sermon at the Methodist church by Dr. W. P. Hurt. State Superintendent I. W. Hill will speak Tuesday night. F. H. Murphree of Cairo, Georgia, visited Dothan Monday and may move back to start a business before fall.
The piece notes E C Glover won the Henry County superintendent post on Monday. It recalls a long friendship with a journalist from a six boy family, highlighting Glover’s sharp intellect, bar admission, and reputation for honesty. Mrs W J Renfroe returns from Boonville Indiana after weeks visiting her old home.
The excerpt lists First National Bank capital stock and surplus with stockholders liabilities. Officers named include D. C. Carmichael as President, E. R. Malone as Vice-President, H. Malone as Cashier, and Root Boyd as Assistant Cashier, indicating internal bank leadership.
Odom’s crowded presence drew concern as friends barely recognized him and appetite waned. Sam Bowden arrived late and earned six votes, while J T Bush suspects betrayal. Kin Knight secured the coroner post, with Duncan a close second amid post election questions.
Dothan wins an appropriation of sixty thousand dollars toward the meat building with aims to raise a new city landmark. Henry Clayton led the effort in Congress, securing funds despite a long fight, and locals expect work to start soon. Rug Willis visited Monday to survey candidates, then returned to Este.
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