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Newspaper

Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Apr 10, 1950

Page

2

Cross Sections Of Life In The Wiregrass

Readers across the Wiregrass encountered Easter observances and peace prayers as Christians gathered in churches and public spaces. The text notes services at Saint Peter’s Basilica, Pope Pius XI appeals, and large crowds in cities including New York and Windsor Castle. It highlights nationwide religious displays, parades, and pageants with thousands of attendees in Oklahoma and Arizona amid varied weather conditions.

Christian Worin Wong RS Peter Bastica Rome Pope Pius XI Jerusalem Elizabath Price Philip Windsor Caste Charlie New York Hollywood Bowl Perenne Lawton Oklahoma Hiltsi

Unchanged condition of Camille Com after hospital burns

Camille Com, 19, of Webb, remained in an unchanged condition at Dothan hospital after suffering burns Friday while burning trash in the yard at her home. Firemen fought a blaze at WHA hospital during the incident, with officials stating the fire was extinguished.

Camille Com Webb Dothan Hospital Ausshes Saldier Coméltbon Aortas

Two Of Three Negroes Caught After Escape

Three escapees fled the Mendiené area, a pursuit tracked by officers. Two were captured near Kilby, with one still at large. Indictments for burglary and related charges were listed as authorities continued the manhunt.

Bupaula Theadie Clayton Ares Jaber Alber Phillips Satursten Bebé Ward Lareeny Condieet Agia Mendiené Kilby Prise W A Norris Alabama Y Patra Dethen

McCarthy confronts Lattimore case in Senate clash

The Stated clash over Marshal witnesses centers on McCarthy accusing Lattimore and Jesup of Communist ties while congressional leaders urge restraint. Testimony aims to expose alleged disloyalty amid public immunity debates as McCarthy presses for hearing outcomes.

Nora Case Acheson Cout Phaese McCarthy Giter Dew Sitack Om Lattimore Passaic J. Soi Justin Fer Patie Sen Senate Nox Congress Lattimore Soviet Jesup Ales McCarthy U of Sta John Paurifoy Ios Jetgup Garvice

Quiet Hills county medical board defers on Dr Sander case

In Manchester New Hampshire the Hillsborough County Medical Society board of censors issued no definite conclusion after a closed meeting regarding Dr Merman N Sander. The society had refused action on March 19, while a jury acquitted the doctor of murder charges involving four cancer patients. The board lacks authority to suspend licenses but may recommend to the state board of medicine which holds that power.

Manchester Tes Board of Censors Hillsborough County Medical Society Merman N Sander Theodore H. Lee Sander Loler

Three children in doubt as nurse reports trial counts

Number 3 Miss Crumbley said the picture was made by a commercial photographer for The Associated Press and Dr Norton noted care of the babies. She commented on the low probability of multiple births and the uniqueness of this case, while Dr Salter Tim Galt allowed the single image. The Stone family has six other children and previous births included twins.

Miss Crumbley Opls Salter Timgalt We Associated Press Dr. Norton Salter Renlatange Singstone Norton Gald

Escape In Crash Near Lake Lands Naval Reservists Safe

AP reports Minneapolis area naval reservists escaped injury when their PV 2 twin engined plane crash landed off the lake. They were returned from Bermuda by way of Norfolk after the incident.

Harry Bridges Appeals Conviction On Perjury Charge

San Francisco AP reports Harry Bridges begins appeal of a perjury conviction with co defendants Robertson and Henry Schmidt. Attorneys vow to leave no legal stone unturned as they seek to overturn the verdict. Bridges faces potential penalties including prison and fines. co defendants also face serious penalties.

Harry Bridges San Francisco Tadiay Tous Ynelurstica Ion Oreea In Suppor Fen Etiganahip P Face Pox Te Sania Raven Rain Peibon Moen Wridges Wits Feces Pacific Aupirell

Baptist Revival Sets Attendance Record

The First Baptist Crares church reported a record revival with 1,383 registered for Sunday School, surpassing the 1,301 previous. Training Union attendance topped 2, and 48 church members joined during the revival week including 25 by bag time and 23 by letter.

First Baptist Crares New Easter Weptiel Training Union Carson Gruber Latvia Brazil America Training Union Lasi Yirt Henry A Parker Bagtiem Jelter

Truman Eyes Bid For Bi partisan Foreign Policy Help

President Truman plans coast to coast campaigning for Democrats as Spaaker Rayburn and southern colleagues back a measure. He aims to revamp foreign policy and press Fair Deal domestically while Lewis Strauss leaves the Energy Commission creating a vacancy for a new chair. The president may name a replacement by April if time allows and will work from the White House in the interim.

Spaaker Rayburn Congress Truman Wiite House Lewis Strauss le Selome Energy Commission Alde Enid Strauss White House Barkley Rayburn

Livestock prices rise across Georgia and Alabama markets

Livestock arrivals totaled 173 cattle 150 calves and 1000 hogs at major Georgia packing plants in Albany Columbus Monticello Thomasville and Tifton with prices steady to 25 cents higher than Friday. In Montgomery cattle slaughter costs and calf prices showed strong gains with mixed stocker and feeder rates and several weight classes reported.

Thomasville Gp. Sap USDA Albany Columbus Montsie Thomasville Tifton Jacksonville Montgomery Market Montgomery Federal State Market News Service Union Stockyards

Funeral services for Jeera Robert and Cleve Smith dignitaries

Funeral services for Jeera Robert are set for Tuesday at Penile Church with Rev. Charles Landers officiating, as mourners include Payne and Som Payne, Mamie P Noré, Cisde Johnson and other relatives. Cleve Smith, 65, Geneva railroad depot agent, died after a brief illness at a Capital hospital. services held at Pittman Funeral Home with interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Surviving: widow, Mrs. Sex of Miami, Randall Smith, University of Alabama, two daughters, Mrs. Dall Williamson of Ft Thomas Ky, and Mrs. Bob Barrow of Eastermer. two brothers Robert Smith of Evergreen and Joe Smith of Reg Laval Au.

Ozark Jeera Robert Penile Charles Landers J .Ross. Payne Som R Payne Nix Qeighters Mra Mamie P Nore Cisde Johnson Sete Gereva Cleve Smith Geneva Pittman Funeral Greenwood Floral Mr. Smith Sex Miami Randall Smith Alabama Mra Dall Williamson Ft Thom Pe Ky Bob Barrow Eastermer Robert [Smith Evergreen Jeo Smith Reg Laval Au

Carter Company Wins City Pump Contract Based on Cost

The Carter company was awarded the pump contract after officials chose them over the city, arguing the city lacked adequate equipment. The total bid reached 986 dollars with added costs bringing the project value to about 355300, though the company claimed a lower price than the city could have offered. The engineer and representatives will inspect the equipment before operation.

Ford Carter Dothan

Truman faces partisan debate over housing loans and policy

A fragmented report notes President Truman’s views on employment stamps and housing loans as Republicans push to block or alter administration proposals. Senators Humphrey Sparkman and Boyle weigh in on blame, committee hearings, and possible timing for extending banking measures.

Truman Arends Humphrey William M Boyle, Jr Hay Repub- Acah Tramen Sparkman

Dothan Automobile Show Hosts Buyers and Judges

Exhibitors with cats from Dothan Auto Association join a barbecue while Chamber of Commerce officials host visiting buyers and show officials. Judge Roy Baean presides at 4 PM as Dothan’s event showcases several championship classes during the International LivesWeb Exhibition.

Dothan Chamber of Camcefet Alver ‘Ranch Alachua Sa'en Roy Baan Ars Chicago Russell Cardwell Brentgomery

Food and Drug Sleuths Target Colored Margarine Wording

Food and Drug Administration officials plan strict enforcement of the colored margarine labeling rule under the Food and Drug Act. The new law raises costs and expands authority, requiring conspicuous color labeling on margarine and labeling on packages with the term oleomargarine. Fruits of compliance include penalties up to $1,000 for first offenses and extended reach after July 1 as interstate commerce rules apply.

Douglas Larsen U. S Food and Drug Act Food and Drug Administration Eshmae Pf&d Entes PFAD Cleo

Negro Woman Charged With Lottery Ticket Possession

Police report the arrest of Doll Thomas of Bogne's Alley on charges of possessing about 1000 lottery tickets. She faces lottery device and vagrant charges under a new city ordinance, with potential fines up to 200 dollars and one month in jail. Officials say the case is being prosecuted locally.

Edldie D Kelley Doll ‘Thomas Bogne's Alley Additon

Revenue Board Hears Request For Trucks

The Mouston County Board of Revenue discussed requests for new trucks essential to road work and security equipment purchases. Delegations sought wider road access while a plan for new devices was reviewed. action on payments was deferred to the next meeting.

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Easter Week Drunken Driving Charges Reported

Police filed three separate conduct charges after two minor accidents during Easter weekend. Lacy Martin, a taxi driver, was charged with drunkenness after a collision and rum incident. Hayweed Lewis faced a driving while intoxicated charge and involvement in a collision. No injuries occurred in either incident.

Bobile Lacy Martin Megro Hayweed Lewis

Wiregrass Easter Parade Marks Revival Observances

A damaged OCR fragment notes Wiregrass hosts Easter events with churches, services, and revival messages. It mentions an Easter parade, tower references, and community observances amid garbled names and places. The piece lacks clear dates or outcomes but signals local religious celebration.

Cornell and Michigan in special work session dispute

A terse report notes tensions between Cornell and Michigan over coret pene and related issues as officials schedule a special work session to address the matter.

Cornell, N

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