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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1909
Page
2
Readable fragments describe a pending opening on Monday at Dolbun City School. Notes mention skepticism about Dr. Cook and rivalry among competitors in the scene. A money handling scene is hinted with references to deposits and payments, but details are unclear.
Businessmen urge Alabama to adopt the constitutional prohibition amendment to end ongoing liquor battles. They argue defeat would prolong bitter fights two years and risk a renewed four year civil war for control of the next legislature. With the measure in the constitution, liquor interests would likely accept a two‑thirds friendly majority and drop the issue.
An edited excerpt describes a railway station scene with crowded benches, bustling passengers, gossip, and noise as officials prepare for a late 11:35 departure. Passengers endure delays, distractions, and a comic display of delays and distractions as trains attempt to begin a journey amid impatience and absurdities.
A peevish editorial voice rails at late deliveries and sloppy discipline in the line, urging steely efficiency and prompt performance. It condemns excuses, praises swift action, and demands strict adherence to orders under pressure as the driving force behind effective service.
The growing prosperity of the age promises opportunities yet risks sparking a fierce political campaign. The state could be drawn into a two year period of coalition strife and turmoil as factions clash over direction and policy.
Keto N. Tagling of Robinson Del states two years ago he was thin and sick with a constant cough. He credits Waley's Honey and Tar for stopping the cough and helping him gain twenty eight pounds, claiming he was near consumption but recovered fully.
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