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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1950
Page
2
Regional Laboratory staff reported yesterday a burden of communicable diseases in the Wiregrass region. Names and places appear garbled but indicate cases of pneumonia scarlet fever syphilis and other illnesses across Dothan New Brockton and nearby areas.
A man was struck by a vehicle near a residence, suffering injuries to both arms and ears. Paramedics transported him to a hospital for treatment. The incident occurred in a street near a driveway as his wife and two-year-old child were nearby.
Montgomery AP reports Whi bur Molen Jr a Montgomery real estate and insurance man, was elected president of the Montgomery junior chamber of commerce yesterday. He ran unopposed. Officers chosen include Edmond ot Sirmisgharo as treasurer, Hayden gi and Danner Frazer as vice-presidents, Buddy So keh Baswurner and Cherley Park as directors.
Fragmentary note mentions a mother Edward A James and a person in Bt Paul. It references American citizenship, a minor, a wad granted, a ten year residence, and a marriage to an American in Calcutta. The fragment is garbled and lacks verifiable facts.
Chief Eddie D Kelles reported in Japan that a man attempted to pick up several young girls walking home from church. He said this is the sixth or seventh such incident in recent months and urged immediate reporting to police.
Former senator Connally outlines a plan to split the Foreign Relations Committee into subgroups covering United Nations European and near Eastern affairs economic social policy and public affairs. He calls for greater consultation between committee members and officials at the State Department as the organization grows more complex. The plan would reshape the committee's membership and increase interdepartmental coordination.
A large eruption at Kyushu's Kyodo reported Kumemato Kyushu volcano shot a black smoke column about 4000 feet high, thundering eruptive activity after a period of dormancy. The plume rose with violent outbursts, ejecting volcanic material and ash mixed with pumice as scientists monitored ongoing activity.
Ashford plans a school auditorium show this Thursday and Friday to raise funds. Two leads Ja Ju Brown and Jonata navigate roles in a monthly themed performance with local talent from the town.
Fragmented remarks from Southern political figures discuss the 1954 campaign in Alabama. Ex-Governor Sparks criticizes past dissenters and stresses loyalty, while candidates like Robert K. Buster and Bruce Henderson address preparations and tax policy. Aims include opposing Gov Folsom and his tax spending and rallying support to defeat perceived shenanigans.
A list of 1978 Democratic primary loyalists shows support for the national party among officials such as Covington, Dothan, Samford, and others while several candidates in Auburn, Geneva, and Eufaula declare favor for party loyalty. Some figures have spoken against formal alignment, with others making no public statement.
Law officers traced an 1888 automobile from Dothan toward Montgomery after two youths abducted Rev. Jackson, giving him a ride then abandoning him near Klondike Hill north of Newland. Patrolman JD reported the minister described masked youths who pressured him with a story about the recess before the car vanished toward Ozark.
In Mobile Alabama a member of the Board of Registrars resigned amid internal dissent. The departure follows tensions within the board as a new group named the Good Citizens League forms to purge names from the county rolls, reportedly about 4976 names in question.
President Truman vetoed a proposed Keep bill claiming regulation would hurt free enterprise and gas production, risking higher consumer costs. Senate and House opponents debated competition, with Senator Douglas and Senator Kem both opposing the veto, while some producers supported the measure.
Policy fights over number 11 Dresen price support and Brannan program hinge on large USDA surplus holdings totaling about 24 billion bushels. Officials warn a poor crop season could swing public opinion against high support prices, reducing farm problem urgency and affecting 1930s political dynamics for both parties.
The article reports a labor dispute amid a stage four motion crackdown involving unions and President Truman. Railroads shift to coal burning locomotives and crews face replacements. A presidential board initially urged a third man but ultimately rejected the proposal, keeping safety and fire risk under debate.
Obituaries list Mrs Bellam Williams aged eighty died at home on Graceville route. Funeral services led by Reverends Crawford Givens and Jackson Devie. Interment at church cemetery. Survived by daughter and stepdaughters, 24 grandchildren. Wreaths to Ward Wilson. Also brief notice of Danford death with service at Wiggins Church officiated by Rev Yeoman. Interment at church cemetery. Survived by wife and several children and many grandchildren.
In a series of speeches across Alabama, Governor Folsom criticized a powerful political clique for evading state revenues and bank financing for public works while touting his three-year record. He accused opponents of graft and pledged continued fight against reapportionment as crowds cheered. He visited Troy, Ozark, Dothan, and Talladega area towns, urging support for his plan and State leadership amid mounting political tension.
Montgomerz office filed a late report to the comptroller on Thursday noting a penny difference in hie figures and the asaescor. The office bill was charged 28-58242 by the fax sageasor Bellere fad the bed an penny. At Houston County tex collector, the beman term as collector noted a shift under the ee syatem. BR Percentage of collgeti Boh and the tex collector the be a last October. A poisonour snake eats vice of all own poison without ill affect.
Montgomery reports election lim altered as state school officer race prompts debate over extra officials allowed per precinct. Attorney general finds current law permits three una pp and two corks per precinct with potential additions, while Doihen High School student leaders Zbinden and Zhineen were elected to roles at the state convention.
The annual Straw berry Festival in Georgiana draws a larger crowd than past years with about 8,000 attendees listed among locals. Organizers honor the cash crop with a notable straw berry blondé-ruler and feature cultural figures such as Paterson and a culture commissioner as part of the day’s program.
DES MOINES AP big banking and big government shape the request on the smart banker says the Independent Bankers Association adopted resolutions and elected officers at its two day national convention attended by more than 10 bankers. An unflattering mention of John Lewis was stricken from resolutions after floor comment. C R Bell of Commercial National Bank Anvsion Ale was elected president of the group. Other officers elected were Guy Sturgeon Sheridan Wyc fret vice president HS Lures East Lansing Mich second vice president and Charles C Rieger Mine people Minn treasurer Ben Dubos Sauk Centre Minn was reelected secretary.
A chaotic account reviews a district Rotary convention program with multiple speakers and events. Jerome Levy leads the Demopolis club as hub for speeches by Hub Hughes and Rev Stanleigh Jenkins, amid district governor addresses and luncheon breaks.
Wiregrass political speaking tour details emerge with Chauncey Sparks and Governor candidates set to appear across Abbeville Auhford Ozark Enterprise Elis flew Brockton Geneva and nearby towns. Reports note multiple stops in Dathansad and surrounding counties as organizers ship speakers to local venues.
A bicycle and scooter safety parade sponsored by the Jaycees is set for Friday with prizes for top safety slogans. Marvel Nowell leads the Chamber of Commerce committee. Fred Garner and Dwight McInish are Jaycee representatives, with Lieut James Herring involved.
ATLANTA UP The price of peaches is rising as crops hit by frost, with reports of heavy losses in North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. Farmers fear smaller yields. no official price estimate yet, but buyers expect higher fruit costs and tighter supply. Weather continues to threaten late freezes, worsened by recent cold snaps across southern states.
A proposed new pipeline would carry up to 15.9 million cubic feet per day. The route would include Dothan and serve Alabama towns such as Geneva, Enterprise, Ozark, Hartford, Union Springs, Brundidge, Troy, Luverne, and Greenville, with service extending into James territory as outlined by Atlanta authorities. Police and highway patrol in the area would monitor the route.
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