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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1909
Page
1
A cyclone struck the ng county area on May 21 causing wind damage across town. Telephone poles were blown down and wires tangled, cutting multiple phones from the local exchange. Winds disrupted power and farm property, with fences damaged and trees uprooted in several neighborhoods.
A chaotic Washington scene centers on a high profile contempt case in the Supreme Court. The article notes judges White and Keuna plan a stern, public sentence to demonstrate court power, while many defendants face arraignment in the next session.
Judge Weakley and Judge Selheuner received one thousand dollars each for costs in the state deposition case. The total cost of the state special attorneys to date reaches 2011.48, with further sums paid and potential refunds noted as the trial progresses.
Report notes Prince, described as a fo kill, remains unrecovered with his wife Monday. A tramp near Ashford was overtaken by dogs chasing a man on Central Road. the quarry escaped. No news of Dane and mis garrison thought to return home to Williamston. Prince reported improving.
Plans outline state actions by Barrett administration and Cotton ton firm executives to manage cotton warehousing and sales. Officials discuss diversions, production targets, and worker considerations amid ongoing negotiations and budget considerations for mid year.
There will be no prayer observance tonight at Foster Street Meth Wept on the event of the Th g at the School Auditorium. Dothan Bull Tear will depart for Panaan to participate in the contest. The following individuals are listed as present: Morr, ee W Lee, Trammell, A Moody Mosely, Thrawber, Brown Mathews and Harris uc.
Report notes traveling passenger agent L W Keith and Coast Line agent H B Chalker among Albany and coast line visitors. Trainmaster Abe Smith, Wes Traveling Passenger Agent, and Crean Thy Eat arranger of ranriat basics were seen coordinating travel. Crowds of 144 on board for the Panauue excursion, with 14 sold for a total of 14.
A C L Honduneph Seely Bower, state superintendent of education of Mississippi, delivered the address on industrial education and their ideal education at eleven this morning in Dothan. The audience welcomed him warmly, praising his eloquence and the sincere welcome given by locals.
Dothan residents listed as traveling to Panama City include FM Culver H Q Frover Jd Wi ha W J Seaborn and family along with Mr and Mrs JM Brown Mia Ada Brown and many others. The group names numerous local citizens and families prepared for the trip with an extended roster of attendees.
Snow falls in South Dakota with two days of rain storms leading to three inches of snow in Portland. Peachwood records a $90 event and a high impact weather pattern shifts toward the Northern Black Hills.
Certification of last two alaimes in Houston County Division with $10000 each and $61000 paid to each beneficiary over three years. Claims steady membership of 1000 and urges protection through a policy from this company described as the cheapest and best. Average cost for $100000 insurance about $600 per year. TLR Faircloth treas. Moyer Levins district management.
An account of a grammar school entertainment describing a crowded auditorium with no vacancies, a packed program, and applause after the final selection. The writer praises the show as the best school entertainment they ever recall witnessing.
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