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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1910
Page
2
Local readers describe the ongoing street paving disruption in Lo than Als, with brick blockers on Main and South end streets. Residents condemn delays, note brick sidewalk damage, and urge faster completion while lamenting the impact on daily travel and commerce. The piece also critiques a Fire Marshal report and discusses potential local option legislation affecting alcohol laws.
A garbled note discusses unfinished crime cleanup and street repair issues. It mentions delays weeks overdue, contractors not fixing up streets, and questions why steps are not taken to remedy matters. The writer asks about extending work to another street and mentions main passage concerns.
In the past ten days two men died while trying to burn property in two separate towns. The incidents reflect a recurring motive of arson aimed at local jail or lockup facilities. Authorities are investigating connections between the cases and assessing security measures.
The text narrates a fire disaster where occupants were locked inside a burning house and property was destroyed. It then shifts to a rambling critique of aviation plans, tire preservers, and draft clearance, followed by stray musings on Alabama counties, lawn spam, and a slow census department, recalling bureaucratic frustration.
The forecast warns of unsettled conditions with probable showers in the south and central portions late tonight or Wednesday.
A sales pitch claims Foley's Honey and Tar provides equally good results for children and adults. The advertisement emphasizes safety for all ages and lists N H McCallum as the seller.
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