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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1922
Page
1
Opening day thrills Dothan’s fairgrounds with carnival bands, midway bustle, and dust as locals flood in. Tuesday honors Woodmen with 40 cent admission, while Wednesday celebrates Ford owners with prizes for oldest and best looking flivvers. Thursday welcomes Dothan residents for a strong community turnout.
A dramatic fireworks display called The Spirit of No Man's Land captivates the Southeast Alabama Fair with battlefield illusions and a massive finale of Old Glory. The program includes nightly shows, a Negro Day exhibits, and lively fairground attractions drawing crowds despite chaotic, vivid wartime imagery.
A London police story recounts officers helping the needy, including a doctor aided by a police letter to return home and a Chicago banker who rewarded an officer who aided a visiting American girl. The tale highlights police affability and daily acts of assistance across times.
A short item notes a man named Mo gin dave at Kirkland's gin with intent to drink daily starting January first 1923 at Graceville Fila. Dec20p.
The American Red Cross reports a major expansion in public health efforts through its marching service, home hygiene and sick care. It notes more than 1.6 million home visits and 1.26 million school visits by nurses, plus new nursing services across 1,249 communities worldwide.
The National Research Council approved hosting the Pan Pacific Congress in Sydney and Melbourne next year after an appeal by NSW government official A. Andrews. A 6,000 pound appropriation for the congress was secured through the Institute of Bel set and decry, with invitations sent to relevant bodies for oversight and oversight details.
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