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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1908
Page
2
President Avoids Presidency Of Lawless Ananias Club
The President refuses to become head of his own club the Ananias which operates without by-laws and faces questions about governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Ananias
Chicago man linked to water plug tied incident shock
The Age Herald hints a Chicago man tied to a water plug may imply Cha fin is behind the act. A cautious man who tries to kill two birds at once lets a whole herd pass by he could have 'sung led' the moment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Cha
Life without a friend is death without a witness
A saying highlights the gravity of companionship with a sharp aphorism about friendship. The more you ponder it, the more it expands in meaning and relevance.
Pithy proverbs echoing chance and persistence
A set of old expressions contrasts effort with luck, noting that a long road may turn, half a loaf is better than none, and even a flawed offer carries some value. The lines evoke perseverance in the face of uncertain outcomes and the value of taking a chance.
President uses power to choose successor sparks debate
The quotation condemns a president who uses his office to elect his successor and mocks the need for extensive explanation and letter writing. It reflects public concern over executive influence in succession and the burdens of political maneuvering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Jesting Truths From Words That Wound and Heal
A sharp aphorism notes that some truths arrive best when wrapped in humor. The piece reflects on how jest can loosen guarded minds and spark honest talk, highlighting the paradox of candid criticism dressed as wit.
He That Always Complains Gets No Pity
A proverb-like observation notes that constant complaining garners little compassion, while never complaining risks being taken advantage of in life’s struggles.
Hearst Hypothesis on Mortgage Ties to Vote Gain
A concise editorial note suggests Hearst aimed to sway common voters by portraying his papers as under a four million dollar mortgage. The remark implies political maneuvering through financial pressure on his media outlets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hearst
Dothan Seeks Boost With New Opera House Plan
Ben Pilcher aims to curb high prices by opening a first class opera house. In the coming quarter Dothan’s mercantile activity is at its peak and locals are urged to attract visitors to boost buying.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dothan
Ben Pilcher
President's letter writing habit crowds space in papers
The president now writes letters so frequently that newspapers give him less room than candidates. Observers note Collier's may pull its dollar-a-word African story offer, a topic that has drawn much recent commentary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Collier’s
Runaway Mule Sparks Morning Chase in Town
A morning dash occurred when a Jersey wagon mule near Hammond corner bolted down Main Street before its driver could stop it. The mule halted after a block as bystanders gathered to watch the race, and a Singer store crowd joked that it was tag day. The scene showcased street attention and local humor.
Bryan and Taft Missed Chance to Meet in Chicago
The two political leaders Bryan and Taft nearly met in Chicago but prior engagements kept them apart. The near encounter stirred public interest as both men dominated headlines, with Democrats eager to see Roosevelt’s man challenged and Republicans anticipating the clash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Taft
Notice to Nonresidents in Texas County Case
City court attachment in O P Green vs H T Fallon and Wife lists levy on a trunk contents and glassware. Defendants are nonresidents of Alabama, residing in Memphis Tennessee, and the notice directs appearance or action per the attachment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. T. Fallon
Justice Court
Houston County
O. P. Green
H. T. Fallon and Wife
Towit
Alabama
Memphis
Tenn
H. T Felton
M. Cherry
Justice Court of Beat 2
Ife
H. T
Strachmen
South
Kimball
Swan
Weaver
J. W. Giff
Notation of Witness Sealed on September 22 1968
A formal notice states the signer witnessed the document on September 22 1968. The fragment preserves the ceremonial language and the dated attestation by the notary or witness as recorded in the period diary.
No Place Like Slocomb Says W R Deal
W R Deal of Slocomb visited the city yesterday claiming there is no place like Slocomb.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Deal
Slocomb
Eyes Tested at Hammond's Drug Store
Eye service advertised with exams and glasses fitted at the office over Hammond's Drug Store. Hours are 9 to 12 a.m. and 1:30 to 4 p.m. Weekends Sundays 1:40 to 3 p.m. Telephone numbers listed as Residence 205 and Office 248.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hammond's
All Work Guaranteed. M. Byrd Attorney at Law
Attorney M. Byrd offers notary public services with a guarantee of work quality and reliability. This public notice emphasizes his professional credentials and language indicating assurance of service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Attorney At Law
Notary Public
Sheriff Sale Notice of O K Parker Goods Auction 1908
A writ of Venditions Expo directs a public auction in Houston County Alabama to sell the entire stock of O K Parker to satisfy a Richmond Scale Co. judgment. The sale is set for October 6 1908 at Webb Houston County during legal hours. Dothan date Sept 23 1908. Attachments and liens noted on autre matters follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Houston County
Alabama
O. K. Parker
Favor of
Richmond Scale Co
Calendar Snippet Lists Local Events Across Towns
A long OCR fragment lists dates and venues in multiple towns including Vicksburg Jellico Hathorne's Store Brannan's Stand Dothan Piney Grove Taylor Clark School House Garrard's Cross Roads Cottonwood Hodgesville Center School House with dates spread over November and December, referencing Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays and weekends across several weeks.
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Vicksburg
Jellico
Hathorne’s Store
Brannan’s Stand
Dothan
Piney Grove
Taylor, Clark School House
Garrard’s Cross Roads
Cottonwood
Hodgesville
Center School House
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Age-Herald
Fin
Ness
Harriman Lines
Hammond Corner
Ally
Mr. Roosevelt
C. W. Hilliard, M. D
8. H. Moody
Paragon Pharmacy
M. 8. Byrd
Dothan, Alabama
Rockyford
Rocky
Ford, O
Johnson-Brown Co
Albany, Ga
Mand
Ember
T. W. Butler
Kinsey
Webpo
Columbia
Granger
Crosby
Gordon
Cancey
Dupree School
Ashford
W. C. Granger
Houston Co
W. M. Rhodes
Houston
J.r.faircloth
W. R. Flowers
J L. Crawford
Cagehr
H. G. Forrester
Dothan National Enk
Dohan, Alabama
Comptroller
U. S
Hobart M. Cable
W. W. Kimball
Cable Nelson
Shiller, Weaver
W. Goff Music CO. Incorporated
Dothan, Alabama. OR
Goff-Brunson Music CO
Selma, Alabama
Cumbie Bicycle Shop
J. T. Keyton
Cumbie's Shop
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