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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1907
Page
4
A garbled report notes that the Georgia railroad commission ruled in favor of publishing railroad schedules. It also mentions Alabama legislature actions and related notices affecting rail operations.
Local commentators praise the Montgomery state fair noting a strong showing this year and highlighting improvements over previous sections. Observers from the area predict lasting appeal and growing attendance at the event in Montgomery.
At the Montgomery fair management resented the W C T U ladies on the grounds distributing temperance literature and white badges. The scene sparked tension as officials challenged the presence of the temperance group and their messaging.
The plan to raise 17 000 dollars for an electric railroad from Dothan to Geneva falters as leading capitalists refuse to subscribe. Officials warn against state overreach while urging private stock buyups and real estate options to finance the project.
Jhon Fletcher described as a negro was found guilty Thursday for the killing of Henry Cook at Webb and given ten years in prison. Lymus Davis charged with killing the same man at G and Armstrong's mill was tried yesterday, found guilty, and sentenced to thirty years.
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