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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1932
Page
2
The scanned text shows the Dothan Eagle masthead with publication details, staff roles, and a quotation from Thomas Jefferson. It includes editor names W C Batchelor and William Theodore Hall, business manage r Portrayed as a historic newspaper front matter rather than a core news event.
Mrs Myra McHenry of Wichita Kansas once led a prohibition campaign carrying Carrie Nation's hatchet. She was jailed repeatedly for her acts but now opposes the Eighteenth Amendment and supports repeal and states rights. The piece notes her shocking stance and ties to a larger political moment.
The Atlanta Constitution reports Prime Minister Bennett of Canada announcing retaliatory tariffs at Ottawa, targeting American imports and favoring Britain. The measures threaten U.S. farmers and industry, with wheat and autos facing new duties while public sentiment blames the Hawley-Smoot act.
A Fort Payne Alabama Republican paper reprints a partisan defense of Hoover era policy. It argues against switching presidents or parties during the Depression describing the Republican program as stabilizing and better than Democratic alternatives. It urges continued Republican leadership for national relief and recovery.
A Baltimore Evening Sun column decries rising slander in the 1930s race and argues the illness is systemic, not personal. It calls for bold, honest debate on tariffs and war debts, warning politicians chase safe issues while real problems like distribution and foreign relations stagnate.
Herbert Plummer notes the death of John Sharp Williams, long time Mississippi figure in Washington. Williams quit the Senate to retire to Yazoo City and remained a beloved yet private presence. His career spanned over three decades with wit, satire, and moments of bold public stance.
The piece argues against approving income tax and a bond issue on November 8 urging retrenchment in state spending. It highlights high legislative costs for 1931, clerks and expenses, and claims many lawmakers have family ties on the payroll. It questions the Economy League and warns voting for the measures would fuel lavish spending.
Twenty years ago in Dothan J. F. Dawsey of Hartford was in town as J. C. Holman of Hartford also visited. Miss Gray Espy shopped in Ashford and H. W. Steagall of Abbeville was in Dothan. BE. W. Butler of Thorsby came on business. T. M. Espy returned from Montgomery. Elizabeth Jeter recovered from a several days illness. R. L. Williams of Columbia was a business visitor.
Spinal curvature in adolescents is common and serious. Parents should observe habitual posture, not pose for inspection, to detect early scoliosis. Growth spurts, excessive strains, poor air, sunshine, food, and exercise contribute to spinal issues and possible vertebral twists and organ misalignment.
Alice Judson Peale warns about humiliating punishments and describes a mother tying a naughty child to a tree in public view. The piece argues public shaming harms the child, breeds resentment, and reflects vengeful discipline rather than correction.
Old Toad is stranded as the two front wheels detach from the moss car. Willy Nils promises repair then returns to work while Old Toad rests after the near mishap. Toodles tries to start the car but the Toadster remains still.
Police recall a string of similar gangland killings as Jack Legs Dismond associate Dominick Bufano known as Vicky or Johnny The Dopey Merino is found beaten and trussed in a discarded auto. Bufano had ties to Diamond and possibly links to a Denver shooting of Eddie Diamond. The spectacle highlights brutal street justice in the era.
Cid Burkett notes all candidates will explain wet or dry stances. J W Daughtery predicts four parties including Progressive Republicans and Progressive Democrats. C B Farmer cites young registrants near voting age. J H Lynch foresees amendments passing. Auburn page previews Auburn Tulane game as leading South sports writers travel to New Orleans.
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