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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1932
Page
2
Local postal and advertising rates listed for second class mail and newspaper subscriptions. Notes on subscription prices for three months six months and one year. Cards of Thanks obituaries and resolutions charged at two cents per word. Associated Press news rights disclaimer and grievance policy included.
The Talladega Daily Home recalls a Voltaire anecdote about a Parisian of distinction declared dead. Friends urged a public condolence and Voltaire finally released a statement praising the deceased as a sturdy patriot, gifted writer, loyal friend, and affectionate husband and father provided he is really dead.
A cartoonish exchange unfolds as Colonel Dishwater argues for printing more money to lift the nation, while a savvy high school boy counters that bank credit and price inflation, not mere cash, drive prosperity. The conversation touches on Uncle Sam, European debt, and the need for confidence in banks as a path to recovery.
A Baltimore Evening Sun piece reviews Hoover's 1928 re election push and Ed Bernays tactics. It recalls Hoover speeches promising job for every man, prosperity for all, and Republican policy as the path to vanquish poverty. It cites Curtis and Babson as campaign voices and notes the era’s refrain of a chicken in every pot and a car in every garage.
Washington Letter profiles William H. Stafford of Milwaukee as a lone private calendar wrecking force in Congress. Stafford, a veteran of 20 years in the House, narrowly lost reelection by 234 votes to Padway, a Progressive Republican. Known for high scrutiny of private legislation, he backs away from unmerited bills with repeated objections.
Twenty years ago in Dothan A R Barnett moved to Heavens Cuba G H Griggs of Samson visited Dothan FE Farmer traveled for business Dowling of Pickard came to Dothan T Z Atkeson of Columba in Dothan Y C Exell made a business trip to Donalsonville Mrs E T Baker visited Birmingham Miss Lula Mac Speller of Hartford was in Dothan Mrs J W Harrieson of Hartford visited here Harmony club entertained with fra J W Grant hosted by Mrs Hush Smith The Study club met with Mrs L G Y Baker on West Main Street Mrs J L Crawford presided Mayor Joe Baker re elected R D Crawley
A tramp knocked for food and questioned the farmer about religion. The exchange ends with a quip about knee holes and backsliding, as the tramp receives a meal and departs. The note comes from the Boston Transcript.
The story recounts Justice Holmes praising a solicitor general for fairness, only to interrupt with a note that candor is the best deception. He warns that speakers could be more effective by appearing fair while hiding a bias. Kansas City Star.
Nicholas Murray Butler and Henry Ford back President Hoover as the liquor question seems ready to move beyond Republican politics. The council lineup to take office includes I. C. Exell R. T. Ghent C. C. Hughes A. D. Whidden WW. S. Bonham B. R. Pitcher A. E. Garner and O. P. R. Morgan.
A fragmentary New York Letter from William Gaines blends mock culinary boast about spaghetti with notes on counterfeit bills and nightlife. It references politicians actors and cultural figures, interleaving rueful city observations with lighthearted social sketches and a casual gossip tone.
A Mountaineer banters with Deming about speed and luck as they boast of arriving in town with two beautiful women on arm. The exchange reveals bravado and regional swagger aboard the voyage.
The Louisville Courier-Journal notes that an R. F. C. loan of $5,000,000 to retire Kentucky Treasury warrants does not appear to be a self liquidating project.
Analyzes a child’s wish to grow up and do as he pleases. Notes that grown ups seem to act without permission and that stern parental training can backfire. Advises letting a maturing child see adults bear responsibilities and pleasures, and to avoid double standards.
A clinical review of 15 099 children screened for nose throat and ear defects finds foreign bodies in about 0.5 percent of cases. Beads crayons slate pencil and cardboard appear in noses while ear cases mainly cotton lodged deep in the canal. Many carriers of nasal diphtheria without illness risk spreading the disease to others.
A collection of humorous and philosophical musings with quotes from Judge H Pearce on the national income tax amendment and W J Renfroesk and W F Martin weighing in on legislature size and city council meetings. The piece blends satire with local political chatter and social commentary.
Mary Graham Bonner narrates how Willy Nilly and Rip face a storm that floods his shop. The roof leaks badly, papers are used to protect belongings, and in a twist animals including toads and ducks join to help repair and shelter Willy Nilly as bad weather batters the town. Rip leads the chorus with barking to summon aid.
Hartford residents and area families were guests at various homes this week. Mrs Charity Poole spent time in Hartford while Miss Mildred Whittaker traveled to Bacode to teach, and Mrs O R Hipp visited the Hartfords with the Stewarts. G A members met at the Baptist church for a program as neighbors called on Dothan relatives and Montgomery trips were planned for several families.
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