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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1932
Page
2
The Eagle states it holds rights to AP dispatches and local news, with a promise to investigate grievances. It disclaims misstatements and pledges prompt redress if a grievance is found valid, aiming for thorough correction.
In 1935 17 628 pilots and 7476 airplanes on April first and by July first pilots rose to 18 069 while ships fell to 7 439. The piece argues private aviation remains dangerous and costly, requiring many hours of practice and substantial expense to fly safely.
A quotation from Thomas Jefferson emphasizes opposition to tyranny over the human mind. It frames liberty as protecting individual thought against external control and coercion. The remark underscores the enduring belief in religious and moral duty to resist tyranny in government and society.
On September 12 1932 Luverne sees the first edition of The Luverne Democrat published by J L Kimbro of The Opp Weekly News. Luverne already has The Luverne Journal whose stance contrasts with the new paper on issues from the Ku Klux Klan past to Roosevelt and the High Eighteenth Amendment. The Alabama press will watch the clash closely as fireworks are expected.
The Huntsville Times reports Mont gomery rumors that Governor Miller may seek a 21 2 or 31 2 cent rise in gasoline tax. The current taxes total nine cents per gallon, and a higher levy could push the price well above the fuel cost at the refinery. The proposal, tied to road paving and convict camps, would strain motorists and raise questions about the governor’s fiscal judgment.
20 years ago in Dothan C Doster of Ozark spent a short time here Dr C O Box of Gordon was in Dothan L W Martin returned from a trip to Ozark P B Coleman of Union Springs was in Dothan Miss Maggie Liddon returned to her home in Marianna C McRea of Arcadia Fla on business Mrs McDowell of Eufaula was a business visitor here Mrs Stedman Spann and daughter visiting in Panama City Harry Gellerstedt of Troy former Annapolis resident was in Dothan W E McEachern W F Ussery and Co Register county boards of registers opened the books for the voters to register
Covington County News reports a legislature in session since August 16 pledging economy and retrenchment yet approving bills for income tax and a twenty million dollar bond issue while resisting cuts to salaries. The piece notes measures to reduce expenses face stalemate between houses and highlights concerns over education funding, court pay, and state officer fees amid calls for broader spending cuts.
Washington Letter notes Joseph W. Bailey of Texas will enter the House next March, following in his father Old Joe Bailey’s political footsteps. The elder Bailey, famed for constitutional strictness and a long farewell speech, remains a model for the son’s career amid Capitol Hill interest.
Fragmentary OCR describes several political figures with familial ties to held seats. It mentions Senator Peankheag of Alabama, Sanatar Hale of Maine, Pacl Krale of Minnesota, and Charlie Cr'sp of Georgia, each succeeding fathers who previously occupied the posts, with one ancestor noted to have died in a fire.
Arkanees Garetin notes a revival in the commodities market in the first half, signaling renewed activity and potential shifts in pricing. The comment frames broader market dynamics as traders seek stability amid volatility.
In New York a Broadway exploitation film sparked outrage as a bamboo cage set on the marquee drew crowds. A string of replacements used wigs and flesh-colored suits to fake captives, while sun and heat exposed the ruse and kept the show running.
Observers note the Empire State Building vanishes into low clouds before sunrise and Manhattan awakens with no traffic. The street surfaces show extensive wear while Park Avenue feels unnervingly cold and austere, the tall apartment fronts lacking warmth in the early morning light.
A huge cloud of moths was reported in a fight over the California mountains. The favored theory suggests a Hollywood producer is shaking out his plate, per the Des Moines Tribune.
Four year old Donald mourns his dying playmate Elsa with gifts and nightly prayers yet suppresses the reality of her death. After Elsa’s mother visits he hides his grief and returns to play, showing a child’s defense mechanism against painful loss. The piece explains how children cope by denying or delaying full awareness of tragedy.
Health note summarizes English questionnaire on tonsil and adenoid removal. Practitioners praise general health improvement after surgery. Early adenoid removal aids hearing, reduces mouth breathing and nasal discharge, lowering susceptibility to infections in children.
In Honolulu during the Massie trial Edgar L. Bein and others discuss the case and a cider policy joke. William Johnson cites a policy noting it protests many things except golf while a wit replies that it’s needed most. Beaty Whidder notes a bond posting and a defendant’s appearance obligation.
After a fire, Willy Nilly plans repairs and upkeep while Rip urges a morning romp in the woods. They wander the woods, gather blueberries, and discuss responsibilities and blame. Rip enjoys the outing. Willy resolves to finish work first, then join again.
The text argues opinions on operations for enlarged adenoids and abnormal tonsils varied. It assumes reasons for adenoid enlargement and disease justify removal, but notes the broad need for such procedures may be overstated. It reflects everyday life skepticism about routine tonsil and adenoid surgery.
Hartford residents and relatives hosted guests from Andalusia and Dothan. Betty Herring Nora Mae Holman and others attended gatherings, with guests served cake after games. Several families hosted relatives at homes in Hartford and nearby towns during the week.
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