31 May 1912
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1912
Page
1
The Dothan team faced a tough clash with Enterprise, edging a 41–4–? contest amid rough play, with Dothan’s pitching keeping pace as Blackwell and Ung from Troy impressed. Fans expect a strong stretch as Americans visit for more games, while local chatter covers race and public figures amid Siezian clashes.
In a hastily recorded note the page hints at events around a hall week and a plan to admit ladies to seats in the grand stand. The management expects profitable attendance from an American series game amid ongoing events and promotions during a period of public interest.
A local report discusses North Alabama backing for Comer in a potential governor race. It notes unclear support dynamics, mentions Henderson and others as possible contenders, and hints at political maneuvering and county-level reactions in Montgomery.
Unclear readable fragments mention Dewey Kirkland and a funeral. The text references a 16 month old can of something and a time set for a funeral at 10 oclock. Details are obscured.
An unsigned local item praises Renfroe of Dothan Alabama as a possible governor candidate. The letter suggests voters should back Renfroe, noting his notoriety and potential to lead the state, with Boonville residents mentioned in the clipping.
The Eagle reports the incorporation of the Dothan Marlonia and Gulf Railroad. Plans state the road will extend from here to St Andrews Wha and the Gulf with segments to be decided later. Crowe to work on both ends as surveys progress and construction advances.
A questionable tonic advertised as liver support is warned against for quarantine buyers. The notice cautions that calomel products may cause dangerous after effects including headache haziness and inaction and urges consumers to avoid botched tonics sold as safe cures.
The longtime Cambridge resident Amon Yordbur, once known as In Hell, died today after years of paralysis. He was a brother of B J Fordham of Wedd.
A major blaze engulfed an acid plant near Montgomery causing extensive damage and a large insurance-covered loss estimated at $76,000. Firefighters faced wiring failures and water supply issues as the building burned, with alarms triggered by plant staff and multiple departments responding to prevent spread to adjacent structures.
Report from a rural area describes a group travel by auto to seek water in the virgin country. A temporary expedient cow pond stop is noted and the party moves toward a nearby river and town for a more reliable supply. Individuals named include Williamn and Thunw, with references to Maconanyn and Kanama City among others.
The New York cotton market on May 1 shows a small decline of 3 to 4 points. Traders report quiet activity and lighter trading volumes as prices ease slightly.
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