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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1932
Page
2
A prominent Dothan citizen suggests solving the school funding issue by returning schools to a tuition basis. He argues the plan would address the problem without issue and endorses the common sense approach.
The Dothan Eagle writes to the Honorable Henry Steagall asking how, as a Democratic Congressman, he will vote on the repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment. The letter seeks a concise prompt reply regarding the party platform plank.
F H Shoemaker a farmer laborite is elected to Congress from Minnesota but may not take his seat after serving time in Leavenworth for postal violations. The constitution bars crimes against the government from public office without pardon. One defeated candidate may be certified in Shoemaker’s stead, raising questions of fairness and civil rights.
Ex president Hoover nears departure from the White House prompting a look at how former leaders engaged after office. The piece cites Rodney Dutcher of the NEA service noting examples from Harrison at Stanford to Jefferson at Virginia, Adams at Massachusetts constitutional work, and Monroe as a local magistrate, among others, illustrating continued public service in various roles.
The Montgomery Advertiser notes Mrs A Y Malone of Dothan Alabama a Democratic committeewoman could serve as a capable cabinet member. It praises her political work with Judge Leon McCord and argues she proves a Southern woman can hold high office while supporting a historic precedent and her endorsement by The Fingle.
W W Yarborough of Columbia and N B Crawford of Montgomery visited Dothan. Miss Corrine Lee and Miss Lucile McLure returned from Hartford and Columbia. Mrs Earl Hammond and Mrs L G Biggers hosted. Dothan High beat Enterprise 25 to 0 for their first football victory, after losing to Troy Normal earlier.
The Alabama election results show opposition to the bond issue and income tax, while Governor Miller pushes for fair taxation. The piece critiques Miller’s reforms, notes waste in the 1959 legislative session, and scathingly questions promises of economy with figures on salaries and attendance.
The Suma Times Journal notes Governor Miller pocket vetoed the bill sponsored by Senator Lapsley to penalize diversion of funds between state trust accounts. It argues the current law offers no penalties and cites past misuse during Graves administration, claiming the measure would have protected funds for their designated purposes.
A Wooster Record remark imagines voters reacting with fury if Germany had won and taxed citizens 20 cents per dollar, condemning public servants for similar levies.
Herbert Plummer notes Charles Curtis plans to run with Hoover again, risking a rare vice presidential renomination. At 73, Curtis will leave the Senate if needed, yet remains energetic and engaged in campaign duties with a confident, seasoned political style.
William Gaines reports Earl Carroll’s tenth anniversary party for the Vanities at a Broadway roadhouse. The event features Carroll escorted by a busload of beauties, Milton Berle as host, English dancers, and playful banter about Mrs Carroll among the guests. The lively scene includes jokes and audience response as a festive salon unfolds.
A quotation narrates a thinker claiming that liability can turn into asset through time and fortune, citing a personal example of buying neighbors' houses at half price via lessons learned. The excerpt mentions Gazzetlino Diustrato of Venice as an attributed voice.
A playful note contrasts folklore with a claim about a presidential bill signing. It jokes that sums like 2.8 million or higher are treated as hearsay, while under 8.75 million might be dismissed as trivial or unclear. The piece reflects satirical tone about official budgets.
A classroom discussion on truth and lies explores when deception may be kinder than honesty. Students benificially debate parents myths like Easter bunny and Santa Claus while noting adult lies strain trust and provoke resentment among children.
Historians distinguish agricultural and nomadic diets. Meat and milk diets produce a stronger constitution, aiding bone growth through calcium and vitamin D. Cereals provide energy but hinder bone development if too dominant, especially in growing years. Eskimos maintain health on fish and meat, but adopting cereals leads to dental decay and rickets in children.
A rough, fragmented field of quotes touches on high property taxes pushing rent over ownership, California business improvements, and local sports chatter. Notable voices include Willie Reese, Lumpkin, Dr. F. Giger, Earl Goins, and H. Denson, reflecting economic hopes and everyday concerns.
A fragmented report describes a deer shooting near Grace Farm with no indication of suffering. The text mentions Grace, Paul Nelson, and Netson in scattered fragments about time and location but lacks clear sequence or outcome.
Willy Nilly and Rip awake to find their apple jelly nearly gone from the pantry. A black bear sits amid overturned jelly, licking lips and praising the taste in a humorous, animal-filled scene from Sundown Stories.
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