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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1935
Page
4
An Atlanta area report notes farmers substitute chicken and dumplings for salt pork and greens as pork prices rise. Chickens sell 28 to 30 cents a pound versus pork at 33 cents and up, prompting more households to raise and consume poultry. Local merchants report similar shifts as fish and chicken prices edge up slightly while pork input costs stay high.
An explosion at the Nobs ammunition factory in Deer Park Melbourne kills two workers during the handling of an explosive named sarin? camoste. Police and authorities investigate the blast as a fatal industrial accident.
Jasper Texas September 17 AP Columbus Bilbo a Jasper county pioneer aged 82 resumes his interrupted education. He aims to finish the schooling he set aside to work and support his family. He is treated as an adult student by teacher Mrs. W. D. McMillan in the FERPA program.
The editorial quotes a veteran view criticizing irrational pacifism and arguing for stronger military forces. It notes a ten year, 400 100,000 dollar investment intended to deter war and calls for increased standing and reserve army strength, larger naval personnel, and more funding for the army air corps.
The state of Alabama through Probate Judge Saxon Poynar bought most of 120 parcels in Houston County for delinquent taxes. Sales occurred in Dothan and nearby areas with totals near last year’s 275 parcels. Owners retain possession until tax deeds transfer, and land could revert to original owners if conditions arise. Deputy Tax Collector RH Ramey estimated delinquent taxes at about 5500 dollars.
A two weeks criminal court term begins next Monday with Judge D. C. Halstead presiding. More jurors may be summoned than in any previous session. Forty six jurors are called for the first week and 46 for the second, with 250 more possible for a special venire of 60 in five capital cases. If a capital defendant elects, four special venires may be drawn. Wheat quotations noted by Grady.
Market reports indicate New York prices rose on foreign and domestic buying amid fears of Suez closure. Bombay demand supported American cotton while other fibers lagged. Weather across southeastern states brought scattered showers, delaying picking and affecting staple quality in Georgia and South Carolina.
In a continuing account, the New Jersey tax issue remains unsettled as officials pledge support for modification. Gov Hoffmen defends remand of two senators in defined counties signaling voter belief in the tax. In New York City, Tammany Hall’s ranks show no disruption in district leader elections as internal revolt subsides and George Dooling’s faction edges forward. Philadelphia reports City Controller Davis Wilson narrowly ahead with 2,901 vote margin. Also, Carlton White, 17, dies after a heart attack while standing on Main and Footer streets, despite prior EMS efforts.
Washington reports a shift to a around the clock forecasting system as hurricanes threaten coastlines. Weather Bureau Chief Will R Gregg oversees nonstop data collection from ships, islands, and stations to track storms minute by minute and issue warnings to mitigate loss of life and property.
Alabama senators announce a new driver license program requiring most motorists to obtain a license between October 1 and November 13. The probate judge issues licenses based on detailed applicant information with fees totaling 50 cents for owners and 30 cents for other family drivers. Violation can trigger arrest. suspension up to 20 days possible for drunk driving or false information. Governor Bibb Graves plans patrol setup in October, led by Walter K. McAdory with 75 to 120 patrolmen.
An upcoming city auditorium event next week will outline plans for forming a Boy Scout organization in the area. Speakers include Bond and Lu man plus local civic and business leaders. deputy executive notes wide interest and strong desire to bring back Scout work for boys.
NEW YORK September 18 AP The steel ingot output receded by half a point to 52 percent of capacity Iron Age weekly summary notes the small change tied to the general outlook The future of steel hinges on the automobile industry Car makers face delays in shifting to new models orders from parts makers are restrained but likely to rebound once production lines run smoothly again
W M Barnes, 75, longtime Houston County resident and farmer, died at home after a three week illness from a heart ailment. Born in Hotiy county, he moved to Houston County 25 years ago and was a Baptist. Survived by daughters Mrs Ossie Herlion and Mrs Vera Vice, brother Tom Barnes of Starks, three grandchildren. Funeral Thursday at 3 30 from Beulah church with Rev Cazart officiating. Burial in Beulah cemetery. Dawling Griffin Inc. in charge.
Chicago butter prices show a firm market with 9,024 pounds standard, 93 score, and various firsts and extras listed. Egg prices hold at 6,873 units with no change. In other notes, a stray line mentions Punic wars and the Lipari islands near Siete, unrelated to market data.
In a Alexandria address, Roosevelt aide Roper pressed whether the federal government has constitutional authority to address a nationwide economic crisis. He argued amendment might be needed to avert chaos unless economic signs improve, broadening beyond the president’s stance yet warning against opposition kritik aimed at unconstitutionality.
Amid Senate term limits and party wrangling, Louisiana factions debate the 1937 state ticket. Wade Martin for the short unexpired term and Governor Allen for the six year term lead discussions, with Earl Long and other Long faction members jockeying for governor or lieutenant governor posts as primaries loom. Conflicts inside the machine hint at late November or January realignments as candidates solidify.
Montgomery merchants organized the Incident Retail Grocers and Food RL with Talley as president to oppose the general sales tax and test the Milk Control Board rulings in the Montgomery district. Gov. Bibb Graves indicated a January special session to submit a home stead exemptions tax referendum.
Natural scientists described a strange creature sighted in the West Indies two weeks ago. Reported features include a scaly head shaped like a lizard, a long greenish gray tail, and a back with a row of something imprecisely noted, while the body suggested a large iguana or rhinoceros iguan.
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