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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1929
Page
1
Mrs. R. G. Perky wife of a Florida real estate operator was shot and robbed of 59000 yesterday afternoon after leaving a race track. An automobile forced her car to the curb a bandit grabbed her handbag and shot her in the face. She is improving in a hospital.
Will Adams was arrested by members of the sheriff's force yesterday and is free on 159 bond charged with assaulting Amos Tindell. Fletcher Green of near Grimes was also arrested on a statutory charge he is held in the county jail. Ben Barnett is also held for alleged selling of property that was covered by a lien. The officers stated that yesterday was quiet as far the matter of arrests were concerned. Only three persons were taken into custody for drunkenness.
Rev. J. FE. Spence will lead Assemblies of God services tonight on "Where the Devil Comes From" with a promising message. Large crowds attend each service as the tent at 330 Edgewood Drive hosts the meeting starting at 7:30 PM.
The American Legion meets at 7 tonight at the clubhouse per post commander Laney White. Attendees discuss plans for involvement in the Confederate Veterans reunion and a street dance featuring young women in Civil War era costumes.
Washington Oct 11 A state agricultural committee voted a favorable report on all members of the federal farm board with all but three nominations approved unanimously One vote opposed Chairman Legg and two others Carl Williams cotton representative and Sam McKenvie wheat representative Names of senators who cast negative votes were not disclosed by Chairman McNars
The Chicago We Will aircraft landed at dawn after flying for 264 hours but had to end the voyage due to fog preventing refueling. The crew completed an endurance test while seeking a safe landing.
A local Boy Scout court of honor will meet Monday at 7 30 PM at Foster Street Methodist Church. J J Speight will direct the advancement program with D C Carmichael J L White Dr J A Key ton and Rev Fletcher McLeod on the court. A full city attendance is expected as fall program plans are discussed.
OQ T Roberts and family narrowly escaped injury when two cars collided head on on the Campbellton road near the city limits. Both vehicles were badly damaged and several occupants were cut and bruised though none sent to hospital.
Dothan Jewelry Co announces the opening of a Credit Jewelry Department to expand business. J. X. Blaum, the manager, said the firm aims to enter credit operations on a very large scale and has secured a separate manager to oversee the accounts.
Mrs. Lizzie Lovett died at her home on the Gordon route after a lingering illness. She is survived by her husband, a son John of Gordon, and a daughter Mrs. J. A. Culbreth of Climax, Ga. Funeral services were set for 3 PM at Pleasant Hill Church with Rev. Sheffield of Cedar Spring, Ga officiating. Fellows and Forrester were in charge of arrangements.
The Senate ordered investigations into the Washington police department the district attorney’s office and the administration of DC commissioners over the death of Mrs. Virginia McPherson. A second probe covers the strangling of Marjory O'Donnell 23 in a hotel with Dexter C Dayton confessing.
Mrs. Sara Powers, 71, rooming house proprietor in Macon, was found guilty without mercy as an accessory before the fact in the slayings of James Park, an Atlanta printer. The verdict carries the death penalty. The state said she plotted Park’s death to collect a $14,060 life insurance. Mary Manchester, 10, awaits an appeal outcome after being sentenced for the actual killing. Execution date set for Nov. 29. Park was shot on May 25.
Fire marshals from Montgomery and Dothan pursued urgent inquiries into a string of blazes last night. Officials said both incidents appeared arson related and chief Slaughter planned to return from Tuscaloosa to coordinate action.
County license office asks all applicants to use identical name on city county and state licenses. Past variations created extra effort and delays. Privilege licenses become delinquent on November 1 and automobile licenses on November 15.
The Dothan district fair will showcase extensive girl and women's club work led by Home Demonstration agent Mrs. Pruett. Two hundred dollars in prize money will support exhibits on dressmaking, millinery, household decoration, and related crafts, with plans highlighting modern refrigerators and home device demonstrations.
A historical notice notes Ussery writes an insurance policy valued at 313210 for Alabama properties. The document mentions recognition of personal hue and references a president, with a focus on home insurance and related claims.
Michigan lawmakers amend the prohibition on gasoline containers to remove color restrictions. The change allows any colored can to be used for gasoline.
London reports say Britain's new one pound and 10 shilling notes stick to fingers as color wears off and require pumice stone cleaning after heavy counting. Workers complain the currency tears and soils easily, while visiting Americans fear the notes behave too much like tender that melts away during shopping.
N L Brackin aged 60 living between Geneva and Enterprise was badly hurt when two mules pulling his wagon bolted. A Dothan ambulance rushed him to a local hospital after his frame was struck by branches and toppled onto him. Brackin, reported gravely injured, was examined at the hospital around 1 PM.
Albert Fall’s trial in Washington was recessed today by Justice Willan Hitz after doctors reported health issues hindering testimony. The judge said he would decide later whether to declare a mistrial or a further recess.
Four of ten divisions lack team captains this season with several programs naming replacements. Minnesota Purdue and others report turnover as sterner leadership gaps emerge across college squads.
The forecast warns of rising cloudiness tonight with Saturday mostly cloudy conditions. A shower is expected along the coast.
The Zander Gump Weddinge comedy will be staged at the city auditorium tonight at eight. About 50 cast members portray private lives of famous strip characters with Lillie Mae Jones as the Widow in a wedding gown over a year old. Hilma Baglery appears as Boda the college widow amid comic tiaras and antics.
Colonel Bradley announces a repeat one day orphan benefit race at Hear Farm near Lexington on November 1s. Last year proceeds totaled roughly £25 6d and he intends to donate all profits to the orphan fund, with expenses covered by free admission and purse returns.
Clay County deputy sheriff reports Guthrie has been indicted on first degree murder charges connected to the Sept. 8 shooting of Clarice Hailey 67 at Cape. Officials expect an early trial. liquor charges also noted.
The World Series game at Shibe Park Philadelphia drew 36,000 as Cuyler delivered a two run single in the sixth. Philadelphia and Chicago traded hits and errors through six innings with no score until late. Cochrane and Haas provided key hits for Philadelphia while McMillan and Hornsby paced Chicago. The game continued with Chicago and Philadelphia each scoring late as the narrative records a tense, pitching dominated contest.
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