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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1908
Page
4
Fragmentary remarks reveal a divided mood among Democrats as they lament party shots in yesterday’s headlines. The report notes lingering uncertainty after election returns, with references to Taft and Hitchcock, and mentions the circuit court resuming activity after a pause as events unfold.
A small group of voters described feeling under suspicion and carefully indicating their marked ballots to confirm their selections.
A Southern Democratic paper asserts its unyielding stance on prohibition, populism and independence. It notes support for Taft, possible Bryan visits, and criticizes opponents while promising steady goods and entertainment in Dothan where C. A. Burke now manages the theater.
Voters polled 4 percent in Dothan with 18 Republicans casting ballots. Court house box reported 202 ballots with Republicans among them, City Hall box had 10 of 204. Most county boxes moved to sheriff's office. full precinct returns awaited as counting proceeds. Constitutional amendments carried countywide with little organized opposition.
Yesterday's election reports list box one at court house with T. M. Borland W. A. Acree and W. P. Pruitt as managers and J. H. Reeves D. G. Carmichael as clerks. Box two at City Hall lists G. W. Smith W. H. Wiggins and S. J. Eapy as managers with Rh. C. Granberry and Julius Merritt as clerks.
Service last night by the Standard Telephone Co under Supt. Calvin brought election returns to the crowd via canvas flashes. Telegraph operator H. F. Stearns delivered the news until all had seen the result, with praise for prompt courteous handling.
The text suggests Aman should align with a genuine political party rather than rely on prohibitionist stances in state and county politics and in national elections. It discusses voting strategy and party affiliation without detailing dates or events.
Bud Kelly of Beat 4 box 2 says he is listed as a Republican clerk in tomorrow's election without his authority. He has never voted a Republican ticket and does not expect to.
The Dothan and St Andrews Bay railway will receive another new locomotive next week. It will be fitted with electric lights, matching the features of their other new engines already in service.
Notice states the firm of Smith dissolves on this day, with Smith continuing the business and assuming all liabilities. All in firm are payable to Smith. Dated the 23rd day of January 1908.
Primitive Baptist church invites the public to a sermon by Elder J. T. Stewart Friday night at seven o clock at the court house. The service is open to all interested attendees.
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