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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1915
Page
2
A rugged, fragmented note discusses cotton market uncertainty during wartime and advises farmers on pest control. It mentions European conflict impacting prices and recommends burning and destroying bull weevils before winter, urging practical field measures despite unclear forecasts.
The article critiques the belief that cotton alone guarantees prosperity, noting price rises amid changing acreage and skepticism about sustained demand. It cites historical tension between cotton reliance and diversification, warning against repeating past mistakes as growers plan for future crops.
A New York World article discusses wireless communication demonstrations spanning New York to San Francisco and Honolulu. It quotes investor remarks on the promise of long distance speech, potential war-time uses, and the need for home farming to sustain prosperity if cotton prices collapse. It warns soil depletion from cotton, urging soil improvement and diversified farming to avoid national bankruptcy.
A fragmented note praises the United States Navy as a patriotic contribution to national defense. It stresses timely service and the enduring value of naval efforts for the country.
A commentary argues ministers' sons inherit higher scrutiny and responsibility. It notes that sons of clergy are not guaranteed virtue, that they are human and prone to faults, and that high parental calling should not demand prodigies from their children. It defends defending ministers and refrains from condemning their families.
Kurt von Reppery, a St Louis attorney, drew attention after declaring at a German American League meeting that the U S president is a jackass and an ape. A local lawyer quickly asked the U S attorney for a warrantless treason charge, amid neutral patriotic language.
An outcry labeled as treasonous attacks targets von Reppert and foreign-born critics in America. The piece asserts Americans are tolerant and that true punishment for unAmerican dissent comes from reckonings within society, not legal erasure. It notes resignations from German-American alliance members as a rebuke to his stance.
The partnership in the law practice of Bayo and Farmer has dissolved by mutual consent. Love Phin Out signs this 4th day of 2915. B. C. Farmer confirms the termination of the partnership and the dissolution is effective immediately.
Temps Fla Sept 30 the Davin package law goes into effect statewide bars may not serve drink at the bar only sealed packages sold not less than a half pint Some barrooms close tonight pending Supreme Court test of constitutionality Hotels face same rule clubs with sales restricted to members may also be affected Saloons must close between 6 pm and 7 pm as the law enforces packaged alcohol only
An advertising pitch warns against calomel causing sickness and promotes Dodson's Liver Tonic as a pleasant tasting, non salivating remedy. It claims quicker relief, regular bowels, and improved energy with a money back guarantee. The text touts purity, a guaranteed stomach friendly formula, and asserts immediate morning results.
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