28 Sep 1915
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1915
Page
1
The Legislature passes a new advertising law to curb misleads in newspapers and periodicals. It imposes fines from twenty five dollars to one thousand and up to one year in jail for false or misleading ads and requires clear labeling of advertisements. The act also exempts ads listing the maker or distributor plainly.
Carroll of the Column announces his bid for the office of Tax Collector. He states the current holder is Sith Hall of Buthon and claims he will run his own campaign. The note lists filing a verification at the Probate Office and asserts his intention to run as his own campaign manager.
Chancellor Chapman resigns effective October 4 amid sweeping Southeast chain reforms. The legislature abolishes the office and consolidates powers, with Chapman to become a private citizen. He cites abolition of offices and unrealized hopes as reasons, and will depart to the Yeoans Building to pursue practice.
John Ellis returns to Atlanta to resume studies at the Atlanta Medical College after a period away. The article highlights his youth and close ties with family Dre and Mrs. Ellis of the city, noting the goodwill and assistance from many friends.
Et im Napier and son of Route 6 visited Strickland’s today to trade and view the latest fine stationery offerings. The notice mentions Strickland Jewelry and a constitutional provision approved September 1, 19.
In a sensational social war story, Duchess of Roxburghe and several prominent figures including Mrs William B Leeds Mrs Cecil Bingham and Mrs Waldorf Aster face heavy financial claims and damages as a new issue of the war era highlights court scrutiny over the alleged scandal and imagined losses. The figures range from tens of thousands to more than a hundred thousand with various social elites named amid the dispute.
Ashturn Georgia faces a tense night after a violent incident involving a grocer accused by the public watchers of abducting a woman. Townspeople gathered in large crowds awaiting news on the suspect Cawley, with a warrant for attempted criminal assault set at 2000 dollars. Preliminary proceedings were postponed to Albany court.
Milligan of Newton, a wealthy planter and prominent local farmer, died recently within his home. He held a respected position in the Newton area and is survived by his wife, with the family deeply mourned by the community.
An ailing woman describes a frightening encounter with grocer Cawley who offered a ride with four companions. She alleges he drove away from town after she refused to return home with him and his wife, seeking assistance in the country. The report notes suspicions and a long drive before authorities or witnesses caught attention.
Unclear text indicates Pearce and HLL qualified for offices of Judge and Solicitor in a newly created judiciary. Oath administered by A B Brower, clerk of the circuit, on Monday in Geneva.
A local notice describes the Woodmen plan for a major gathering at the city’s fairgrounds on October 2. It lists attendees including H. E. Her and J. Carr from nearby routes, describes speeches, and notes vendors and stationery appeals. Also mentions Strickland’s as a supplier and local farmers visiting town on Thursday.
A fragmentary line hints at a dramatic tableau of personal sacrifice and secrecy. The obscured phrasing references betrayal and emotional conflict within a near and dear relationship, framed as a noted S-reel masterpiece title.
An Alabama woman near Chanvolion died after a snakebite and a prolonged home prayer healing effort. The husband refused medical care, and Holiness leaders prayed daily, claiming divine healing while critics accuse the group of misinformation and endangerment. Friends in Helhond cite local faith tensions and warn against reliance on faith healers.
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