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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1934
Page
6
Robert Yoder details the looming end of a major exposition. Officials estimate 14 500 tons of steel may be salvaged while 20 000 tons were used in structures. Exhibitors plan packing and moves, with some buildings likely not touched until February.
Alabama Supreme Court reconvenes October 1 to rule on petitions for rehearing by Haywood Patterson and Clarence Norris in the Scottsboro death sentence case. Defense says they will seek US Supreme Court review if rehearing is denied.
Paris fashion notes describe flower like necklines that frame the face with high stems and calyx accents. Belts in contrasting colors, tall back heavy silhouettes, and spring color ranges from blacks and browns to purples blues and reds highlight tunics wools velvets and satins.
A newly developed large cardinal and gold dahlia has been named The Trojan to honor the University of Southern California in Los Angeles.
The text notes the Scottsboro jury exclusion and inadequate counsel leading to U S Supreme Court review after initial death sentences were reversed. It also reports former Alabama Senator Elmer D Jordan facing two to two and a half years for soliciting a bribe, with no federal question involved and potential prison as the first Alabama legislator convicted of wrongdoing in office.
Authorities seek the thief who stole a $1,000 lump of radium from a World's Fair exhibit. An aluminum capsule contains the radium and poses severe risks if touched or inhaled, with potential insanity or death from exposure.
Alabama’s annual automobile license tag sale begins Monday October 1 with officials predicting a gain over last year’s revenue of over 3 million dollars. Green and white tags replace the old design with no price change. Governor designate Bibb Graves and a majority of the legislature back a cheaper tag bill in January. The state this year collected 21,371,375 from tag sales, about 77.5 percent of the amount paid by motorists, with counties receiving the remainder.
Autumn fashion parades in London revive crinoline silhouettes with bell shaped face cages stiffened to stand out like hoops. Designers showcase clinging satin gowns with cage bodices and oversized puffed sleeves gathered at shoulders and wrists.
The text describes use of shoulder straps and mentions other designs that are oriental in origin. It focuses on fabric or garment construction and hints at design variations without detailing specific items or dates.
The text notes textile details such as embroidered trousers worn beneath a lace skirt, suggesting a focus on fashion styling and period garments. It highlights layering and decorative elements without broader context or events.
Northern New York reports reveal a parthenogenetic, all female giant snout beetle infestation threatening crops. First spotted near Oswego, with new pockets at Sackett’s Harbor. Cornell entomology notes no males observed. the species reproduces rapidly underground and could cause multi million dollar damage.
Automobile license tags for 1935 will go on sale here Monday. Applicants must provide their 1934 tag number and the car motor number. Tag prices depend on weight as last year. November 14 is the last day to purchase without penalty. officials urge getting tags quickly.
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