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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1929
Page
1
The probate office reports 27 remaining Confederate Veterans in the county will receive quarterly pensions of 159 dollars. Seventy three widows will receive amounts from 440 to 875 dollars. Officials note a decline in veteran numbers and predict fewer widows will receive checks in the future as payments continue four times yearly.
Silas Worley, former Madison county deputy, was found guilty in federal court of conspiring to violate national prohibition law. He and three colleagues previously pleaded guilty. all face sentencing by Judge W. S. Grubb next week. Evidence showed they agreed to sell confiscated liquor and report further seizures.
The Rev. R. T. Wallace leads a 12 day campaign at the Presbyterian church with transportation by automobile for attendees lacking conveyance. N. H. McCullum directs, and many cars have been pledged by church members and friends to support attendance.
The church recognizes his work by ordaining him to the gospel ministry though he has not completed the standard theological course. This unusual tribute reflects his abilities and marks a notable honor within the church community. An invitation extends to all to attend the meetings and enjoy the evening programs. The sessions conclude Sunday evening, October 15.
The Chattahoochee River swelled after heavy rains this week, rising rapidly toward flood levels. Telephones reported the river up to 60 feet, far above the usual flood stage, prompting warnings for nearby property and roads as authorities monitor the crest.
A chaotic incident at Maren NLC left seven dead and thirteen injured. Sheriff reports sheriff’s office responding to the scene as investigators secure the area and identify victims. Police indicate suspects or perpetrators remain under investigation with no clear motive disclosed.
Washington reports a presidential inquiry into a death case tied to Virginia Mc Pherson. Walter A. Newton, Hoover aide, and Representatives Simmons and Holiday push a District of Columbia inquiry. Senior Senator Overman facilitated the investigation following the death verdict.
Katreen Stereo ran away from home and was arrested in CamlBethon high, charged with vagrancy and related offenses. She was found with whiskey and companions in a garage area. police report notes repeated prior sentences and pending new sentence to be served.
Mrs. H. G. Callier, 77, of Tuskegee, died yesterday afternoon after a short illness. She was the mother of Mrs. C. J. Faulk of Dothan. Funeral services are to be held tomorrow.
Dothan High School football coaches plan a strenuous workout this afternoon ahead of Friday’s game with Geneva at Wiregrass Stadium. Rain has hampered practice, and several injured players may return. Geneva brings a fast, heavy lineup and is said to use the Notre Dame shift. Ladies Day tickets are being sold by school organizations.
The article notes a parade in the business section of the city before the upcoming game. It mentions the band that helped win the first game and directs readers to call 320 to receive an Eagle message.
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