Dothan City Schools Open Attendance Sets Record
Crowds converge at the City Clerk’s office on opening day as Dothan schools report 764 pupils across Rose Hill Howell School and High School. Tuition paid monthly may have boosted turnout while teachers prepare for a new term and books arrive tomorrow.
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Friends of Education
Rose Hill
Howell School High School
Dothan
Rose Til
Howell School
Maude Adams
Montgomery
Hesperian torpedo attack near Ireland saves all aboard
The Allin Line steamer Hesperian carrying 30 passengers and 60 crew from Liverpool to Montreal was struck by a German submarine off the Irish coast near Queenstown as darkness fell on a Saturday. The ship remained afloat and, according to the company, every soul aboard was saved though about 20 were injured. Passengers and crew reported the blast and water surge, with two American crewmen among the survivors. Local townspeople and officials noted the eerie eerie calm after the event, while rescue steamers delivered the wounded.
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Allin Line
Stemmer Hesperian
Liverpool
Montreal
Queenslows UW
Dierman
Theth
Efficiency Here in Do than
Ty is accused of spending more to attend xehcal fa e than in other towns of its size in Madama. The slogan Efficiency has guided Do than, with Superintendent av. Brown and workers sharpening focus on efficiency. The city board of education has joined, shaping and supporting the effort, and the results reflect on the town's name and impact.
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Xehcal Fae
Madama
Dothan
Av. Brown
City Board of Education
Hands of Fire Bug Busy Again Destroyed House on Washington
A three room house on Washington Street owned by H Blumberg, to be occupied today, was destroyed by fire at 3 morning. Fire Chief Barber believes the blaze was arson and others share the view. Sheriff deputies continue investigation today.
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Washington Street
H. Blumberg
Barber
Three Courts Hold Busy Day in County Court
Three county courts were active with Judge Crawford presiding in county court, Snellee of the Peace FW, Butler in eisil snite, and the Mayor's court posting a handful of convictions. Dark Sinsith charged with a statutory offense was rejected for lack of evidence, Wilk Skipper acquitted on Prohibition charges, and four Negroes convicted in Mayor's court on fighting and minor charges amid a busy farming day market sentiment noted.
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Crawford
Snellee
Butler
Dark Sinsith
Wilk Skipper
Ley
Labor Day Observance Glimpsed In City Parades
The piece notes labor day celebrations in the cities with elaborate yet sedate ceremonies. Local port officials observe a holiday spirit while public displays of decorated vehicles draw attention. Last year labor organizations faded, though, and current events show differing levels of public interest.
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Daber Bay
Southeast Alabama Fair Live Stock Committee Meets Tomorrow
The Live Stock Committee of the Southeast Alabama Fair Association will meet in the secretary’s office tomorrow at 10 o'clock. Members include A. Y. Malone and Whiddon. others listed as KE, Vane.
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Alabama Fair Association
Fred Thoms
A. Y. Malone
Married Sunday for Dothan couple at Probate Office
Mr. Adas 1. Dayly and Mise Almace of Dothan were married Sunday morning in the Probate Office. The ceremony was performed by Chief Clerk Will Acres. The couple receive congratulations and best wishes from friends.
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Adas
Dayly
Mise Almace
Dothan
Will Acres
J D Heflin Visits Prosperous Farmer on Beskeone
J D Heflin, a prosperous farmer from rente-7, was seen here today on beskeone visiting local peers and inspecting agricultural practices. The visit signals ongoing engagement with regional farming communities and land management.
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J.D. Heflin
Rente-7
Beskeone
Open Letter to Dothan Business Men
A letter urges Dothan business leaders and Houston County farmers to organize a Board of Trade to boost regional development. It argues for a united effort, attracting industries, diversifying crops, and financing via preferred stocks or bonds to create payrolls and uplift the community. The writer stresses cooperation, advocacy, and a proactive civic role.
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Dothan
Georgia
Thas
Houston County
Abahana
Board of Trade
Weevil Damage Reported by Covington Farmer
C Heleehy of Covington county, once a cotton farmer, sent a report to The Englebell describing boll weevil damage. He planted cotton, plowed up half due to the pest and now fears further loss, warning farmers in the county about the weevil’s impact.
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C. Heleehy
Covington
Lobby for Court Bill and County Circuit Plan Debate
A fragmented note discusses lobbying for a court bill to reorganize the Twelfth Circuit with counties Hanxtun Henry and Geneva under Judge A Pearce, and notes ongoing work in Montgomery and Troy. It urges support for a strong Hoard of Trade to aid farmers and merchants, stressing mutual dependence and an upcoming meeting.
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A. Pearce
Rudge
Juge Pearce
Henaten
Henry
Geneva
Houston's New Board To Meet On Wednesday
Houston County forms a new Board of Revenue by combining the County Commissioners with additions from the Highways Commission. The change ends the separate Highways Commission and places A C Crawford as chair of the single board. Road work will shift to the Board of Havenne, as demand for better roads grows across the county. Local interest focuses on a Houston to Dothen highway segment needing repair.
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Houston County
Jokn Bandor
JR. Falpeloth
Commisnion
Tfom Sanders
J.B. Faireloth
A.C. Crawford
Te Whairman
Dpeveane
Highways Commimion
Existance
Highways Commission
Havenne
Eumena
Rigan
Gon Roeda
Mouston
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