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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1948
Page
3
A 1944 political scene described shows Alabama Democrats split between loyalists and protest factions as delegates threaten walkouts. The piece warns that division could push Alabama toward a regular Democratic ticket or tempt a shift toward the Republicans, illustrating mounting pressure as national and regional interests collide.
A fragmented quotation from Teoverss 20 20 warns that haste to riches leads astray. It cites George MacDonatt and reflects on wealth gained only with God’s will, describing it as a frightful outcome. The archaic spelling and garbled phrasing obscure a clear source.
Four candidates for at large delegate posts in Alabama signal whether they will walk out of the national Democratic convention if the platform adopts Truman civil rights proposals. Senator Hill Governor Sparks Attorney General Carmichael and Charles Dobbins declare positions, while others may follow, amid warned unity concerns and possible division within the Alabama delegation.
The Akidaing Alcoholic Beverage Control Board faces criticism over proposed dance rules for venues selling beer and wine. Proposals limit floor space to couples only, ban cutting in, and threaten license revocation for noncompliance. Critics argue the measures curb social dancing and raise inconsistent standards across wider enforcement. The piece notes additional concerns about dancers' attire and behavior, and questions the board’s intent and consistency.
President Truman weighs injunction against coal strike as Taft Hartley questions loom. Advisers debate immediate action versus letting the dispute run and risk court fights while fuel supplies wane and public needs rise.
A critical column by John Temple Graves discusses segregation, loyalty, and the fate of African Americans amid potential political shifts. It argues against extremism, warns of treason accusations, and weighs electoral consequences for the South and the nation.
The Headland Avenue Baptist Church in Doha Alabama sends thanks to the Eagle readers for their faith in Christ and the Bible. The Board of Deacons and Pastor praise the newspaper for promoting religious truth and encourage continued spiritually practical words from its readers.
Opinion excerpts note taxes on margarine as cost to households and claim the recent tax cut vote was a misstep by both parties. The Birmingham Post calls for cautious spending and questions wartime revenue assumptions while Alabama Democrats seek to align delegates with Truman’s civil rights stance.
Fire Chief U S Dempsey reports damage from fires over the past six months reached 65000. Commander E B Collierar Adjutant Marold Fritts of the American Legion announce the post has located chapter rooms over the city. The Rims of Harttors were Dothan today and Miu Mame Wooten was eel an Church Last night, while Farmers cost climbed nineteen percent.
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