24 Nov 1915
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1915
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text discusses prohibition themes in Georgia, with mentions of Judge Weakley and legislative debate. Crude phrases refer to taxation, the picture enter, and political figures amid garbled dialogue about party lines and policy.
The Commercial Appeal notes enduring appeal of Robinson Crusoe and Swift era works. It highlights Robinson Crusoe as a perennial favorite for youth and praises companions like The Swiss Family Robinson and Gulliver’s Travels for their adventurous charm and lasting demand.
The article discusses Payne's early life and writings, noting his poverty and later success in Paris at the Palais Royal. It argues there is no evidence the cottage legend existed beyond the author's imagination and highlights his affection for family, friends, and domestic life. It quotes a grand-nephew’s reflections on Payne’s youth and temperament.
The text references Louisa May Alcott and Louisa stories, Pittle Women and Little Men, noting publication cycles and the author’s influence. It mentions a printer or publisher's duty to stay aligned with reading public tastes and changing rates, plus christening books and reissued old titles in new fashions for American readers.
A skeptical Anniston Star piece argues laughter eases digestion and blues, noting two groups mock and mimic laughter. It asserts joyful, contagious chuckles improve mood and health, as laughter acts like a tonic for the person who laughs and those around them.
A Missouri farmer complained about a fancy pig he ordered from a breeder via Youth's Companion. The pig proved small and he returned it, noting the mismatch between size and the bill and suggesting sending the pig by tail with payment.
Al H. Wilson headlines at the auditorium tonight in a clever stage production titled Years Roll On. Sidney R. Bilis presents the original play telling the tale of John Van Zam a grist mill owner who joins the army and moves to America with his wife seeking fortune. The drama follows twenty five years in New York as he runs a chain of delicatessen stores and endures joys sorrows and eventual prosperity with a strong footing in humor and heart. Songs Yesterday Mother Mine As Years Roll On and She's Left Me For A Tell bear are performed by Wilson and the company. Seats available now at Dothan's Jewelry Co. and Brown's Drug Store with prices 10 5 and 40 cents.
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