Campaigns and political currents shape Alabama 1949 outlook
Alabama observers foresee a large gubernatorial field and a rough campaign as North Alabama candidates like George Johnson and John Brandon attract attention. Other state offices draw interest from Secretary of State Sybil Poole, Auditor Dan Thomas, and possible runs by Vernon St. John and Noble Russell, signaling an active political year ahead.
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Alabama
North
George Johnson
Eighth District
Albert Carmichael
Garrett
Johnson
Montgomery
John Brandon
Sybil Poole
Dan Thomas
Secretary of State
Vernon St. John
Senate
Lawrence
Opp
St. John
Noble Russell
Morgan
Tom
Petius_Meukesattorney
Berlin airlift ends as crews rest after great feat
The Berlin airlift is suspended and the pilots and ground crew finish a historic operation. Intelligence from Russia notes the lift boosted American prestige in Europe, even behind the Iron Curtain. The Soviet government could not suppress the story, and the human impact spread by word of mouth.
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Washington
Russia
Europe
Hoover’s 25th FBI Anniversary Sparks Model School Honor
A bipartisan group proposed a model school for rejected boys to honor J Edgar Hoover on the FBI director’s 25th anniversary. Hoover has declined offers from private firms and agencies, remaining in public service despite modest pay. His work with troubled youth stands as a major contribution in his long tenure.
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J. Edgar Hoover
FBI
J- Edgar Hoover
Hoover
Washington
New York
Woods
Private-Government Enterprise Plans for Hoover Foundation School
A group of private citizens secured a 530 acre Maryland farm as a gift to the J Edgar Hoover Foundation. They aim to raise private funds to build and finance the school with federal matching contributions. The school would be governed by a board with equal government and private members, guided by Hoover as a central figure.
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Upper Potomac
Maryland
J. Edgar Hoover Foundation
Congress
Thomas
Utah
Morse
Oregon
Ives
New York
Walter
Pennsylvania
Case
New Jersey
Hoover
Retirement and political scrutiny mix in a satirical piece
The article discusses retirement as a milestone with both hopeful and anxious angles, noting risks like hunger and disease and the impact of technology on work. It also features Beltowing Bil Langer examining Admiral Paul Mather for War Assets Administration, humorously emphasizing a face‑to‑face confidence check before confirmation.
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Sies
Nel Johnson
Beltowing Bil Langer
North Dakota
Paul Mather
Jess Larson
Voters urged to register and pay poll tax as books open
Reminder to potential voters to register and pay their poll tax when registration books open, ensuring eligibility. The notice emphasizes timely actions and civic participation.
As Pegler Sees It on Journalism Week at Missouri
Pegler reflects on Journalism Week at the University of Missouri in Columbia, praising early 20th century press standards while critiquing modern editorial practices. He recalls Professor Walter Williams and Quantrill’s era, notes shifts in journalism education, and recounts a provocative protest by Henry Wallace followers during his visit.
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Kansas City
University of Missouri
Ords
American free _ press
New York
Washington
Columbia
Jesse James
Charles G. Ross
Truman
Steve Early
Roosevelt
Ross
Walter Williams
Missouri
Quantrill
Raider
James Boys
Malmedy
Wiliams
Henry ‘T Bubblehead Wallace
Luther Mott
United States
Dan Tobin
Teamsters
Pifchers
Joe Ryan
Longshoremen’s Union
Jimmy Petrillo
Tisky
Romevel
Truman Eeereo
Youth and Hoover Era Service Evident in School Funding
In a concise note the piece reflects on the youth of the nation and Hoover's long service at a modest government salary. It implies Congress will not allocate funds for a boys' school, underscoring dedication and frugal governance.
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Hoover
Congress
Acheson Plans Speech If Paris Talks Fail
Secretary Acheson intends to visit Germany during the Four-Power talks in Paris and is prepared with a speech. He would stress that the United States will not turn Germans over to communists and may favor a separate Western German state if Paris falters. He could travel to Stuttgart or Frankfurt as Byrnes did in 1946, and may face competition from Vishinsky for Eastern Germany.
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Acheson
Germany
Paris
Stuttgart
Frankfort
Byrnes
United States
Russia
Lausche Politician’s Future Hints on 1950 52 Plans
Ohio Governor Frank Lausche remains the focal point as politicians debate whether he will seek the 1950 Senate seat against Taft or pursue a Democratic bid for President or Vice President in 1952. A Poe remarks quote suggests a possible judicial bench appeal.
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Ohio
Ernor Frank Lausche
Taft
Lausche
Poe
Pickwick Camp Leased to Memphis YMCA for Ten Years
TVA's Pickwick group camp near Pickwick Dam Tennessee has been leased to the Memphis YMCA for ten years. The Y plans year round use and one unit available to other groups with four cabin clusters dining hall infirmary and swimming dock on a 65 acre lakefront tract.
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TVA
Pickwick
Pickwick Dam
Tennessee
Memphis Ymca
Pickwick Lake
YMCA
Memphis_ Y
Fort Knox gold hoard and the mind behind its wealth
A feature on Fort Knox's vast gold reserve and the paradox of currency value. It describes the enormous 23.989 billion dollars in gold, its security, and the belief system backing the dollar, noting the vault's 1936 construction, guarding force, and historic artifacts housed there.
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Fort Knox
Walla
Treasury Department
Joe Doakes
U. S
Civil Service
Third Armored
Jimmy Valentines
Churchill Downs
Lincoln
Maid of Cotton Tops Hit Parade at Cotton Carnival
Sue Howell, the maid of cotton, led the hit parade at the 15th annual cotton carnival in Memphis. Carnival king Charlie Oates and queen Mimi Parker rode ashore to lead a march before 123,000 spectators along downtown streets. Mayors from 130 mid south cities attended the luncheon sponsored by The Memphis Commercial Appeal.
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Memphis
Sue Howell
Mississippi River
Charlie Oates
Mimi Parker
Memphis Commercial Appeal
Mid- South
Tennessee
Arkansas
Missouri
Mississippi
Alabama
No Daily Issue Published May 11 1924 Sunday
The Daily did not publish an issue on Sunday May 11 1924 resulting in a missing edition for the week.
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Decatur Daily
Decatur
Alabama
Tennessee Valley Printing Co., ‘Inc
W.R. Shelton
Man Killed in Two Car Collision Near East Thomas
Lewis G. Haynie 59 of Adaimsville died after a two car crash on Bankhead highway near East Thomas Birmingham. Four others injured including Vesper H Haynie 35 and Ora D Stewart 18 Sam McMickle 26 and Ozella Hicks 19 all occupants of the other vehicle.
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Birmingham
Ala
Lewis G. Haynie
Adaimnsville
Bankhead
East Thomas
Hatingson
Vesper H. Haynie
Ora D. Stewart
Sam McMickle
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