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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1930
Page
2
Editorial note from 1930s paper lists National Representatives and local notices. Includes quotes from Jefferson and Henry Grady reflections on farming, a think-piece about health and wealth, and a joke about Louis Vargas, a parolee from Joliet who inherited a fortune from Venezuela. Also a Talladega Daily Home remark on comforts during hard times.
The London Zoo superintendent speaks in the Bull Terrier Club Annual on proper dog care. He urges kindness and restraint, advising never to thrash a dog except for grave misdemeanors, and notes dogs and women should not be cowed. He also warns never to quarrel with your wife in front of your dog.
A humorous piece by Scattle McKenzie Frasier warns dog owners about jealous dogs and household etiquette. It advises on driving with dogs, seating arrangements, avoiding wife politesse in front of the dog, and coping with fleas and barking with lighthearted, exaggerated guidance.
Independent gubernatorial candidate Judge Hugh Locke, nicknamed The Ballast or The Anchor, will address the City Auditorium tonight amid light political satire and musings on world affairs. The piece blends public talk with humor and reflections on endurance and present living.
A collection of quips and humorous snippets from W C Batchelor and others on topics from Einstein and philosophy to politics and family life. Includes playful lines about manners, money, and public figures with references to Einstein and Bernard Shaw.
An article citing Dr. W A Evans warning that extreme summer sun exposure harms well adults. It notes tanned skin cannot regain a natural complexion, potential skin cancer risk, and the benefits and dangers of sunlight for preventing diseases, with a cheeky aside on fashion-driven tanning by young women.
Senator Nye warns that statements from Mrs Ruth Hanna McCormick and her publicity group are libelous and will be treated as such by the senate investigating committee. He urges patience for truth to emerge and cautions against suing newspapers for libel over untrue or unfair statements in public life.
Estimates based on National Safety Council figures show 25,000 American deaths in 1927, 27,000 in 1928, and 31,000 in 1929. Total fatalities since 1927 exceed 83,000 and likely exceed 100,000, with no clear signs of a decline.
In Dothan Alabama the town is noted for its handsome churches along with fine schools and hospitals. The piece highlights civic pride in local architecture and community services. It emphasizes the visual appeal of religious and institutional buildings as a reflection of the town’s character.
A Valdosta Times A skeptical expert argues that despite rising corporation farming, most farms remain individually owned. He notes bankers often acquire farms through foreclosures to keep production going, while millions still operate as sole proprietors.
A brief Arkansas Democrat item notes that Adam avoided being charged for an unnecessary service or expense, avoiding a debt he could not repay. The remark frames the situation as a lessened burden for Adam amid lingering concerns.
The Brookline Eagle quotes a humorous scene where a teacher asks about the law of averages and Willie responds that it sends a big league player back to the bushes. The item captures local paper style humor and a regional voice.
Twenty years ago the Eagle reports a mother in Headland losing her three year old daughter in crowded downtown shops. The child was later located several doors away and cared for by groceryman J. W. Baker until the mother was found. The reunion followed by bystanders. Montgomery population listed as 38,136. Visitors to Dothan included A. E. Bayel Graceville J. T. Pierson Marianna Fla F A Andrews Coffee Springs Col W J Lee Columbia J S Rodney Ashford Malone registered at Gay Teague hotel. Foster Street Methodist ladies sold candy at the Criterion lobby and controlled theater for the day. Miss Evelyn Farmer visited Enfauila with Susie McKenzie. Dr Moody remodeled his North Oates street residence into a two story home.
A quote remarks that talk of harnessing the atom has dragged on long. It notes only a midget car and pigmy golf have been produced so far, reflecting skepticism about progress.
A St Louis bank redeemed 3 000 000 one dollar bills in one month, with only one in twenty three remaining of the old size. The note indicates widespread use of Tom Thumb currency and reflects a local banking responsive measure to currency changes.
Richard Massock surveys New York culture from Parker and Powell to Armida and Barrymore, noting impersonations and theatrical happenings. He mentions Judge Griffiths of East Islip, Sands Point shoppers hiring baby cars, a Broadway cellar experience, painter Fred W Wright, and AE Russell’s birthplace tale, ending with R C Grey’s fishing book note.
Fort Monmouth New Jersey Army Signal Corps seeks a superior carrier pigeon for night flying at its pigeon service school. The effort aims to improve night communications and messenger reliability for military use.
In this piece on eugenics from the early era, the author discusses debates over selective mating to improve the human stock and the risks of genetic mis mating. It lists hereditary defects such as deaf mutism color blindness albinism epilepsy degeneracy and various body malformations plus disease predispositions like diabetes gout and thyroid disorders.
Observations on how parental irritability affects children in parks beaches and homes. The piece stresses that consistent poise is essential though perfect temper is unrealistic, urging parents to manage trifling annoyances fatigue and disappointments without losing control in everyday interactions.
A diary like history covers events as the United States enters World War I. vivid scenes from the capital show Wilson leaving the White House to address Congress, cavalry shadows on Pennsylvania Avenue, and a packed chamber with Supreme Court justices and cheering crowds. The piece notes enthusiasm, a pledge to defend democracy, and the nation’s resolve to join the Allies.
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