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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1948
Page
2
An old Dothan Eagle page includes a Card of Thanks section and obituary notices. It notes Associated Press and United Press copyright language and date framing for republication of local news from April 2, 1948.
A court ruling frees Alabama electors from state law binding them to a candidate. Eleven of 28 Democratic primary candidates pledge to oppose Truman if he is the Philadelphia nominee. The primary on May 4 and June determines the electors who will vote in November.
The Eagle reports City Commissioners seek an Attorney General ruling on Section 17 of the Privilege License Schedule. The section would revoke licenses for unfair or illegal business conduct, prompting debate about the proper venue for disputes and risk to other licenses if upheld.
The Alabama State Supreme Court in an advisory opinion declares the 1945 Bentley Act unconstitutional. The decision removes a barrier that would have forced presidential electors to support the national party nominee, affecting Alabama Democrats considering how to cast their elector votes.
Governor Folsom brings his Straw berry Pickers to Alabama for a statewide campaign tour. He plans 21 speeches in the first week to drum up votes for his favorite son Presidential bid and to secure delegation votes to the National Democratic Convention.
The Mississippi legislature considers a bill with a 60 mph top speed and a 30 mph minimum. Proponents say it targets slow drivers who impede traffic, aiming to reduce accidents, relieve congestion, and lower stress for faster motorists.
The forum weighs UMT's aims arguing it may deter war or sharpen future fighting power. Critics challenge relying on a million youth with six months training and question shifting democracy promotion to Europe. Veterans warn against equating victory with broader peace and urge reconsidering two billion investment.
Drew Pearson urges direct public appeal to Stalin proposing that peace rests on people mingling. He recalls hope in Easter, cites Friendship Train goodwill, and favors dropping translated copies of a peace appeal into Europe to show American commitment to friendship with the Soviet people.
analysis argues Eisenhower would differ from Truman on civil rights and Palestine, likely avoiding political manipulation. It urges Alabama and Southern Democrats to push for delegates free of Philadelphia and electors under local instruction, to assert Southern independence at the Democratic convention.
A humorous reader letters page mocks political antics with Q A style. The spoof asks about Congress pairing votes, politicians returns, and media contrasts. It features playful exchanges about civic life and public statements.
A compilation of editorials from Huntsville Times Chattanooga Times Decatur Daily and The Anniston Star discussing the Democratic race dynamics around Truman Eisenhower and party unity. Observers note intra party conflict and skepticism toward Eisenhower as a potential nominee while referencing census talk and political strategy. The items reflect regional press sentiment on 1940s national politics and voter age debates.
The Greenville Advocate reports a new disease affecting the Blue Jupine crop in Alabama. Farmers face risks beyond weather, with diverse crops confronting distinct pests and illnesses.
The piece criticizes editors and writers nationwide for overemphasizing Alabama governor Jit Folsom while overlooking other prominent politicians. It catalogs figures from Curley to LaGuardia, Harding, and Walker, noting their reputations and roles in politics and society.
A food note describes toppled broiled fish with melted butter and lemon, toasted almonds, and oven baking at about 400 degrees for ten minutes. It mentions dried beef in a sauce with condensed mushroom soup and milk and suggests luncheon or noodle ring serving. Snap beans are prepared as thin slivers then sliced across, boiled softly with butter and onion salt.
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