05 Nov 1914
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1914
Page
1
The General staff reports multiple advances against the Turks near Ardost and Diyadin. Russian forces say they dislodged Turkish troops, seized large supplies and prisoners, and captured Khurasan and Rayazid after sharp fighting.
Nov. 5 Lotilun reports two notices of General Von Kluck death, commander of the German right wing near Paris. One says he was killed by a shell dropped from an aeroplane. another claims he died ten days ago from injuries. A York correspondent notes Von Kluck was relieved due to heavy casualties.
A county jail color dispute triggers a State Daily Inspector report noting noncompliant dark green walls in the main cell block and a correction demanded for painting rules. The incident highlights enforcement actions by the State Inspector and jail officials.
A dramatic patient letter describes Jerome Nichols of Mont as suffering chronic stomach trouble before using Mayr's Wonderful Stomach Remedy. The account claims rapid improvement after treatment, praising the remedy's cleansing effect on digestion and describing health restoration to a near normal state. The piece mentions inspections, local officials, and the broader appeal of the remedy.
Readings and prayers listed for a church service with participants Miss Dal Weaver and Lowell Slack. Includes scripture lessons from Corinthians and references to Easter themes and a hymn selection.
England declared war on Turkey today after a formal proclamation by King George Following a Privy Council meeting at Buckingham Palace the Turkish ambassador and staff left London The declaration came despite no strong immediate military actions being reported elsewhere
German forces reinforce the center of the right wing near Theiltanta in a reported buildup for a major offensive. Reports indicate intensified efforts by the army as they seek to shift momentum in the campaign.
Fragmented report notes amendments including initiative referendum and recall failed. Voter turnout cited as low and results show broad opposition to state legislative changes and county level restructuring. Partial text references reduction in some offices and a notable margin in one measure while another failed.
The report says a negro preacher named Ita Taylor shot a man named Cason Culquitt in MU county. The wounded man, about 19, is described as tall and dark with a mustache, last seen at the scene near a Wind today around 2 o'clock. Authorities expect a reward for the suspect's capture as search efforts continue.
Report from the war front says German columns fall back in East Prussia as Southern Poland, including near Kiev, is overtaken. Official counts claim large captures and prisoners, with hundreds of guns and tens of thousands of troops taken.
British and French forces hold line after repelling German assault along the Yser in Belgium. Allied troops report progress east of the Midi river area and along the Semine river as operations continue.
The report says forces moving toward the French coast make slow progress with setbacks. Russian claims of capturing dozens of prisoners are denied.
A fragmentary notice mentions a named place and a new state in a cryptic report. The readable text hints at regional identity and governance without clear dates or actions. The item reads like a brief local update on territorial or cultural development.
The case of J. B. Reaves and Co. of Nashville Tennessee versus the estate of H. P. Calhoun and Co. of Cottonwood involved seventy five dollars and was on trial before July in the circuit court this morning.
A committee in Alabama aims to raise funds to cover advertising and preparatory expenses for the upcoming annual convention in Dothan. They project about 8100 to 210.00 to be spent, and seek broad state support for effective promotion.
A fragmented report describes shifts in naval and political actions amid Turkish and Russian concerns. It notes commerce officials reacting to Russia's campaign and hints at a forthcoming convention advertisement from Montgomery overseen by a state secretary to boost attendance.
William Rockefeller appeared before Judge Foster and pleaded not guilty to the New Haven indictment. He was released on a five thousand dollar bond and appeared in robust health.
Valperiaan, Chill, Nov. 6 reports a Pacific naval clash likely between German and Japanese ships headed toward American waters. The German warships Scharkhorl Gneleenal and Neree burg reportedly departed to avoid Japanese interception. the Japanese force is said to include eight ships and may reach the coast soon.
Reported loss of two German heavy cruisers Yorck class in naval actions. Names Yorck and Käisein (Keeage?) reportedly engaged. casualties and tone suggests decisive British naval advantage in the Indian Ocean theater.
A village trial centered on a cat incident where a cat injured a paw of a proprietor’s leg during a fire and crowd panic. Detectives derailed the thief’s escape amid a chaotic scene as the judge ruled the fire spread via a three-legged animal. Damages were awarded to the wounded owner and cat owners face compensation for losses.
Advert aims to sell Ely's Cream Balm as instant relief for clogged nostrils, catarrh, and head colds. It claims quick opening of nasal passages, breathing relief, and removal of headaches with a small bottle sold at drug stores.
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