21 Oct 1905
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1905
Page
1
A humorous tirade discusses breach of promise suits, gender roles, and opinions on love. It references a St. Louis man and contrasts masculine vanity with poetry, crime, and social expectations, suggesting prudence in romance and restraint in drink.
New York reports the Enterprise National Bank of Allegheny closed with over a million in state funds linked to loans to politicians. Cashier T. Lee Clarke killed himself after failing to cover obligations. directors suspected mismanaged loans tied to Albuquerque and New Mexico interests. Andrews and Torrence tied to Santa Fe Central Railway. Community leaders lament the tragedy and erupting rumors.
Philadelphia report notes Senator Tosca8 claiming ignorance of the Enterprise National Bank collapse in Allegheny and governor Pennypecter saying the matter is within state and treasury jurisdiction, with both denying knowledge of losses or details.
President Roosevelt arrives in Raleigh on a special train amid cheers. A NC Literary and Historical Society cup honors Charlotte writer Joan Charles McNeil. Ceremony features Lieutenant Governor Winsor and notable North Carolina figures as crowds cheer along the depot and streets.
Ex-Congressman Jerry Simpson's condition showed improvement early today in Wichita Kansas though the attending physician warned that death could occur at any time. He had slept through most of the night and the prognosis remained guarded.
The Prince and Princess of Wales start a six months tour of Italy with farewell by King Edward, Queen Alexandra, other royals and Cabinet ministers in London.
New York October session intensifies as arrest rumors swirl over perjury evidence. Assistant District Attorney Rand cites George Plunkitt testifying he did not sign a $901 voucher paid by Mutual Life Insurance to cover legal expenses for watching his time. Additional vouchers tied to funds from Mutual Life to sustain a Albany house hosting committee members. Richard A. McCurdy recalled to discuss Mutual Life ties to trust companies. A list of Mutual Life bonds and stocks as of June 30, 1905 was shown and link to United States Mortgage and Trust explored.
In Birmingham on October 24, a black man named Nix stabbed Perry Pesner, a motorman, on a Gate City car after quarrel over a business deal. Pesner died the next morning. Nix was captured nearby as a crowd gathered outside the county jail.
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