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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1946
Page
13
Tom J. Turner, a 103 year old Confederate veteran living in Whatley Alabama, remains mobile and independent. He chews tobacco smokes a pipe and enjoys an occasional drink though he cannot lift heavy weights as he once did. He lives with his son N E Turner and has been married three times.
The widowed veteran, father of five, born in 1840s, recounts his Civil War days in Company B of the 38th Alabama. He notes a head wound at Dalton and hospitalization at Marietta before discharge at Kingston, Mississippi. He reflects on family losses and his aging senses, still recalling battles and his scout duties.
Montgomery AP reports the highway department announced bids totaling 8,424,600 for about 75 notes of high way and bridge construction. Blon Rodgers, director, said funds come from ARP and state allocations, with bids opened in eight tab sections. Likely start around January 10, with several firms named in the listing and project scope including roads and bridges across multiple counties.
Officers named Roy Snellgrove president George H Hogg vice president Cecil E Bradley secretary treasurer Installation held Monday night Thirty members listed on charter roll Vice President Hogg accepted charter in absence of President Snellgrove First civic club in New Brockton with several new members added Applications for permission granted to the Dothan Club Earlier note cites world population rising by 563000000 between 1900 and 1940
Jeptha Baxley filed suit in Houston County Circuit Court seeking 6200 in damages from J C Vinson over a traffic crash. He claims 5000 for permanent physical injuries and impairment of nervous system and 1309 for medical bills and related expenses.
Fragment mentions yearly distance needs for tuners produced in the United States totaling about 460000 miles. The text is incomplete, lacks clear entities, and provides limited context or verifiable details.
A set of six and a five size arm chairs offered at 69.50 dollars. Each chair features a compact frame suited for dining or living spaces. Ideal for small apartments or casual seating, with simple styling and durable construction. Local pickup or delivery options may apply.
A local exchange club was chartered at a New Brockton meeting. Attendees included Rep. Bhatise, Ray McGast, See, Kloath, and others who witnessed the formal chartering and discussed community involvement.
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