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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1934
Page
2
Reports from Chicago and Indianapolis note Melvin Purvis’s certainty that John Dillinger is dead while another informant claims Dillinger was seen in Indianapolis with two associates. Police acknowledge confusion as officials weigh a possible grave site in Indiana and ongoing manhunt activity.
A remark contrasts a campaign with Graves to a harsher effort, noting that reducing offensiveness would be nearly impossible given the beginning approach. The line reflects a skeptical view of political tactics and raises the idea that Graves has set a high bar for incivility.
The Japanese hero admiral Marcivig Heimachiro Togo, famed for destroying Russia's fleet 29 years ago, dies at age eight after a period of serious illness. The Emperor sent a dozen bottles of wine as a traditional gift for a distinguished subject. The Associated Press notes the custom reflects cultural differences with Americans.
In a campaign speech Col. Bibb Graves rebutted charges of a planned dictatorship if Frank Dixon won. He said state officials serve four year terms and suggested Dixon supporters were correct initially. Graves also dismissed Bill Feagin as defeated in the first primary and faced questions over a controversial school hook contract during his governorship.
The piece quips on social satire and human foibles with lines about the Mutt family dominance, money, sympathy visits, and household appearances. It references Al Smith and political life, ending with reflections on belief and slavery.
The piece argues for federal action to block beer shipments into Alabama, citing state laws limiting alcohol content and urging enforcement. It notes Tennessee Mississippi and Florida permit beer sales and suggests residents will seek legal avenues for access, while emphasizing potential state revenue from prohibition.
Residents discussed renaming the Ros Weevils to the Diethan Stoker in a hall club meeting. The proposal sparked humor and questions about costs, with some arguing the change benefits taxpayers while others see little value.
State Superintendent War met with five county superintendents on censia issues. N T Cobb of the Chamber of Commerce planned a trip to Freeport Illinois for an editors conference. Mrs S O Williams and sister Eleanor visited Eufatia briefly. Frances Campbell of Ozark visited Miss Mary Na Flowers. Iona Carmichael hosted a rock party at home. Dothan fell to Ozark 2 to 1 in baseball. Dothan Alumnae Association held its annual banquet.
Since 2009 the world has seen 902 big wars with France involved in 185 cases. Britain features 176, Russia 181, and Australia 131, indicating shifting power and conflict engagement over recent decades.
A Detroit News columnist or editorial voice argues the national anthem may harm children, likening it to a dangerous influence and criticizing its impact on the young. The piece frames the anthem as potentially injurious to impressionable minds like cribbing and misdirection.
Dothan Alabama May 28 1934. In a letter to the editor GW Blakey declares support for Major Frank Dixon in the Alabama governor race, arguing for an economical constructive administration and urging voters to back Dixon in the June 12 primary, contrasting with Graves administration and McCord.
A Americas citizen argues in the Americas Times-Recorder that you all is never used to address a single person in the South. Citing biblical and classical examples, the writer claims you all denotes multiple addressees and that all of you and all of us are often misused. He defends regional speech as authentic and notes you all is a plural form.
A fragment from the Montgomery Advertiser laments Graves Law Enforcement zeal, recalling past agents who hunted liquor violators. It recalls their bold though warrantless highway stops and intrusive searches, highlighting concerns over policing methods and legality.
C C McIntyre reflects on San Diego’s sunlit calm and mid Victorian dreams while touring California and Mexico in May. He notes civic beauty and parks in San Diego, visits and gambling in Agua Caliente, sleeping on Coronado Beach, and encounters with law enforcement during raids, ending with a critique of political leaders and the Selma Times-Journal.
STONEY CREEK Ont The Union Jack returns as a park board member Henry Marshall suggested replacing the worn flag with the United States stars and stripes. Locals protested recalling the 1812 battle victory by Canadian forces.
John Cas sew, 21, fled officers pursuing him on a burglary charge. He boasted of the escape to a stranger, who alerted police. Cas sew is now in jail.
George W. W. Jordan, 72, appeared in Pittsburgh court with several grandchildren to file for divorce from Kate, his wife of many years. He testified that they separated about ten years ago and Judge Thomas M. Marshall reserved ruling on the case.
Joseph Kalter and wife of Omaha waded yester day and found a 40 pound catfish stuck in a sandbar. They hauled the giant to land and carried it to their kitchen. In Arctic town Vardo Norway Mrs K Saha expelled from women’s Socialist group for helping welcome Prince and Princess Olaf at Finmark last Easter.
Gurley Neb. editor W. L. Elswick of the Gurley Gazette offers to run for the United States Senate if someone pays the $50 filing fee.
Mr and Mrs A R Calkins from Cortland New York have settled on an Ozark mountain farm in Mountain Home Arkansas. They journeyed 1300 miles in an ancient wagon with a milk goat cats and a dog. They left New York State March 26.
For a fast supper when only sardines bread and coffee remain this guide suggests cooking sardines in their own oil turning them often. Serve on toast with a dash of lemon for flavor and substance.
Dr Lago Goldston warns readers about the dangers of dinitrophenol also called dinithropenoil noting its ability to boost metabolism without affecting the heart or blood pressure. He cites unsupervised use causing deaths and urges against self medication while promising an upcoming piece on mental illness causes.
Mary took piano lessons and played very well. Lacey had artistic talent in paint and pencil. Alice lacked talents and was known as the little home body of the family. She felt hurt when asked for her special line. The piece argues that comparing children harms development and that every child can develop a gift to boost confidence and self-respect.
On Thursday Senate debates include reciprocal tariff bill, conference report votes on market control and Cuban treaty as Banking subcommittee advances housing legislation. Senate also votes on a silver bill and Commerce holds production control hearings. House processes silver bill while Ickes backs old production measures. Florida swine-breed campaign led by agriculture extension agents continues on farms.
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