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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1932
Page
3
New York report by T. W. Palmer and Company details current cotton market conditions. Prices edge higher on steady demand as traders await weekly export numbers and upland futures move modestly.
Privilege licenses in Hownston County stand at 116 through Oct 17, far below 457 for the same period in 1931, per the probate judge’s office. Delinquency begins after Oct 31 with penalties for those not licensed by then. Last October saw 679 licenses plus ten warehouse licenses. auto license tags exceed privilege licenses, with Nov 14 tag deadline for vehicle owners.
The Lytton Commission head, the Earl of Lytton, presents findings condemning Japan's Manchurian action. India warns it may quit the League if the report is approved. Japan calls it unfair. The League plans to decide at its November 14 meeting whether to accept or reject the commission.
Victor Jory explains his career choice to stay with stock acting instead of joining Hollywood during the talkie gold rush. He recalls Dawson City roots, keeping a steady income, and passing on lower Paramount pay while being tested by MGM with little result. He gained fame as a leading stock actor and later found film work after remaining loyal to the stage.
The article notes Victor Jory revisiting the Ramona pageant, starring as a leading figure in Pasaden a Community Playhouse production of Louder Please, and drawing Hollywood attention. He signs with Fox after previously going unnoticed and is urged by industry interest following Ramona and Pasaden a acclaim.
A Decatur citizen group traveled via Dothan after visiting Moultrie Ga to study Colquitt County Five Year Farm Plan which drew national notice from The Saturday Evening Post The plan aims to reduce cotton acreage and diversify crops with five acres per cotton plow and livestock and feed crops discussion with local bankers and business leaders in Decatur and Houston counties plans to meet in Montgomery with Jesse Hearin about livestock program and dairy potential
Verlin Campbell on his 14 acre Maggie North Carolina farm sells Baker potatoes to Asheville grocers for a premium, earning 40 cents extra per bushel. The Baker variety, nicknamed the hanker for its baking suitability, yields large tubers from one to two pounds and draws street trade demand.
AP reports Capt. Alasteir Miller, titled Miller of Gierlea, will challenge Sir Malcolm Campbell for the land speed record at Daytona Beach next February. The attempt adds a new bidder to the ongoing rivalry for the crown.
New York AP report says Paulette Goddard, film star, seeks Tahiti escape after reporters pressed about engaging Charlie Chaplin. She denies betrothal rumors, growing weary of cross examination and press intrusion while noting Hollywood kisses are nothing. She hints at postponing answers as she travels.
Tahati Mies Goddard plans to grow out her bob and let platinum fade to chestnut. She will study English diction for two or three months, then return to Hollywood under contract to continue picture work for Samuel Goldwyn.
Ozark notes list Mrs K T Riley returning from Florida and several locals who attended the Alabama Tennessee game in Birmingham. Families and friends also made weekend visits to Auburn Brewton Enterprise Andalusia Florala and Montgomery with various returns and births noted.
Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Rushing of Montgomery were weekend guests of relatives here alongside Mr. Hartzog M. W. Redd Lock Redd Joe Morgan Bill McCory and W. E. Suggs. W. D. Founcy hag returned to Winfield after a short stay. Anne, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. Z. McClendon, is improving from an appendicitis operation at Grace hospital.
George C. Lott, U.S.N., formerly the recruiting officer here, has been transferred from the naval operating base at Hampton Virginia to the U.S.8 Eagle No.68 for sea duty. Lott departed Dothan about six weeks ago after serving two years in the city.
Thelma Todd, the blond film actress who recently underwent an operation, was reported to be at a Los Angeles hospital as of October 15 AP.
A hospital attendant reports progress in a patient named Mig who has recovered enough to be sent home. The note emphasizes there were no complications and that convalescence continues.
Women report relief from menstrual discomfort using Cardut a long standing remedy. The ad claims Cardut safely supports health across ages and helps awaken relief during monthly periods.
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