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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1930
Page
3
Cotton futures show mixed gains with Jan May and July contracts trading in narrow ranges as prices hover near 1130s and 1200s. A disjoint note mentions Otto Porat, the heavyweight, sailing for Oslo with future appearances uncertain amid a waning season.
The first officer of the schooner Cirile Maloney swam from wreckage to safety near Trinity Head. He described using a bulkhead piece and planks as pads while fighting currents and waves to reach shore as lights flickered from the wreck. His wife in San Francisco clung to hope.
Florida ends federal quarantine rules on the Mediterranean fruit fly. Inspectors will stay to search groves. Movement of host fruits interstate resumes with safeguards. amended regulations effective November 6 allow transport from certified packing houses in the regulated area under sealed containers with serial tagged packs.
Howard defeats Miami 24 to 0 on Armistice Day as many substitutes play amid frequent fumbles. Miami fumbled on a fourth down from their own 9 yard line. rain dampened play and O. B. Causey of Howard cites weather and management as factors affecting proceeds near 400 dollars short of the 1800 guarantee. Substitutes and officials named include Bullard Clark Sweeney and Kincaid Dew.
PEIPING November 12 AP Millions of years ago a pregnant mastodon and herd bogged in the Gobi sands. The Central Asiatic expedition led by Dr Roy Chapman Andrews recovered the mother mastodon skeleton with infant bones. Finds also include coryphodon remains and age estimates extend evolution by millions of years.
MOBILE Ala Nov 12 AP Lenoir Thompson 20 of Perdido Bay Ala was treated for a gunshot wound to his right leg sustained while hunting ducks. He was weak from blood loss after rowing miles for help and doctors determined amputation was necessary.
Health advice notes Phillips Milk of Magnesia as a remedy for nausea during pregnancy. Directions suggest mixing with cracked ice and sipping to relieve vomiting and heartburn. Mentioned benefits include anti acid relief, mild laxative action, and use as a mouthwash to prevent tooth decay. Available in 25¢ and 50¢ sizes.
The Prince of Wales rode in the German seaplane DO-X for about thirty minutes from Calshot harbor. He viewed the Isle of Wight and returned to the harbor, accompanied by Sir Phillip Sassoon. Dr Claude Dornier and Frau Dornier guided the royal party and Commander Friederich Christansen was praised for handling the craft.
Oberammergau reports final profits among Passion Play performers exceed expectations. Top earners include Stage Manager Johann Georg Lang $2000 and Choirmaster Guido Dimmer $1750, with stars Alois Lang and Hugo Rutz earning $1375 each. Cast members, including Mary, Magdalen, and child actors, receive smaller sums as the town returns to ordinary trades after the nine lean years.
The fire department had another 24 hours with no calls or alarms. No incidents occurred and no emergencies were reported, marking a full week of inactivity for local firefighters.
An air mail pilot searching for a landmark had his fuel run out and jumped from the burning craft. He descended about 1500 feet before deploying his parachute. The wreckage was found at daybreak and the mail reached Shelby then Charlotte and onward. Merrill believed ankle injury would not stop him from resuming flight soon.
Fire-eaters have made, and if this keeps up today and tonight, they will round out an even week of uninterrupted checker, domino, and yarn swapping matches. Jess Hill, recent Yankee outfielder, hit .256 for Holywood in the Pacific Coast League. This was Hill's first year of professional ball, and he is a USC graduate.
Chemists and lubrication experts endorse 3 In One Oil as the sole suitable oil for sewing machines, vacuums, lawn mowers, washers, fans, refrigerators and other appliances. The blend cleans, protects against rust and wear, and provides efficient lubrication, though it costs more to make, it saves in use. Available in 15 and 30 cent sizes at stores, with Red 3 In One trademark on packagings.
In Bombay on November 13 the president and all members of the Bombay war council were arrested, and 25 India National Congress members were injured during protests against the London round table conference. Police dispersed anticonference demonstrators as they tried to march through the city, reforming only to be pushed back toward government offices on the Esplanade.
An old ad promotes Pepso-Ginger for quick digestion after meals, claiming stomach stimulation and gas absorption. It promises a refund if relief not felt within two minutes and lists Young Drug Co. as the advertiser.
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