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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1933
Page
2
Curtis Granberry jokes about returning gifts to avoid boomerangs. Howard Walden notes business clustering to the north end. Cecil Stallings quips on dull times and river rescue. Dr F B Edwards hints at hidden depth in chiropractic craft. Barney Lizenby compares trees to a low price in Alabama.
Fred Moseley son of C C Moseley accepts the post as advertising manager for a new radio station to operate locally. A graduate of the local high school and the University of Indiana he brings extensive radio ad experience from WSFA Montgomery and WAPI Birmingham before resigning to take the local job.
The page fragment surveys international outlooks with Japan Russia and U S policy. It notes potential Japanese recognition of Russia inviting service roles, Debuchi's Tokyo return delays, and a young Federal Reserve official amid Roosevelt era policy debates. It highlights tensions between militarists and diplomats and hints at political maneuvering in Washington.
President Roosevelt established federal supervision over the liquor industry set to become legal next week and extended NRA oversight to 21 more businesses. The film industry code was approved with Marie Dressler, Eddie Cantor, and Harvard’s A Lawrence Lowell named to oversee a 80 day study of salaries and industry practices.
Gov James Rolph Jr pledges approval and even release of inmates as San Jose confronts the lynching of John M Holmes and Thomas H Thurmond for Brooke Hart kidnapping. The governor says they will learn they cant kidnap in this state and that he would pardon anyone arrested for the act. In Oklahoma City state banks report the largest cash reserve in 16 years with 243 banks averaging 36 1 3 percent cash on hand.
The condition of Buddy Brock, injured in a sandlot football game weeks ago, was reported improved today. He is expected to be taken to his home the last of this week.
Cotton prices and daily ranges from New York New Orleans and Chicago reports. Futures for Jan through Dec show highs, lows, and closes with notable spreads and changes. Butter prices in Chicago steady at creamery specials with 93 score quoted.
Roosevelt's gold buying plan spurred a rise after a week of no change. RFC offered 33.45 dollars per ounce, up nine cents from yesterday, while London quoted 32.00. The weeklong stagnation saw a dip in the dollar and government bonds amid mounting debate over monetary policy. Some viewed the advance as a response to criticism of the president's program.
The Woman's Missionary Society of the Methodist church in Ashford will stage a Tom Thumb wedding at 7 p.m. on Wednesday at the schoolhouse with 10 cent admission. The program includes songs and dances by young children, a full cast list, and direction by Miss Beatrice Robers with Mrs. Sanford Pate as pianist.
The condition of Dan Parker, an employee of the Mighty Sheesley Midway, who suffered a broken ankle in a fall from a scaffold several weeks ago, was reported improved today.
New Haven AP reports a weighing bed at Yale University Institute of Human Relations records tiny weight fluctuations to reveal hidden emotional disturbances tied to sleep. A 12 to 14 ounce per hour loss varies with restlessness, seizures, and daytime naps.
Johnnie Saunders visited Dothan Monday for two billiards hall shows offering a lively display of trick shots and banter. A bus rate cut to two cents per mile takes effect immediately. McRae haberdashery front floor receives linoleum after pipe burst damage. Joe Beall Jr. buys a new milk cow and is pleased. J S Johnson moves residence from 303 S St Andrews to 205 E Lafayette. A new fruit and vegetable store opens beside the Alabama Theatre by O N Bird. Mrs. Leroy Story relocates from 204 S Fos ter. Rev. W M Curtis moves into the presiding elder’s home on S and S Appletree. Probate Judge H K Martin and former mayor A D Whiddon travel to Montgomery for Woodmen of the World meeting.
Laredo Texas AP reports following Wiley Post's return a group of American hunters crossed the Rio Grande into a Mexican mountain county to seek game.
A French steamer was looted near Chaling according to local reports. Carl Newton Depro, noted for injuries from a previous accident, is reported improving at the hospital.
A quaint note highlights children trying a new syrup labeled Black Coffee, described as tasting pleasant to curious youngsters. The feature focuses on novelty and appetite, noting parents observe mild sweetness and aroma without alarming aftertastes.
Dothan R FD farmer R F Turnham severely cut his left hand while chopping wood at home yesterday. He was brought to a local hospital for treatment. Doctors said the wound could be treated without amputation.
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