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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1947
Page
2
A fragmentary note records a Jefferson quotation about tyranny cited at a gathering of national representatives in New York Boston Philadelphia Detroit and other cities. The garbled text preserves the familiar line on liberty and the altar of God amid political discourse.
An April 18, 1947 note discusses road funding debates with a focus on Houston Countys gasoline tax. The county operates a model road network attracting highway committee inspection and considers expanding with a larger state tax share, while others may adopt similar county level taxes to fund road building.
Dun and Bradstreet reports show 59 business failures in the week ending April 10, down 12 from the prior week but double the year-ago level. Through this year the total failures top 300, with an average of 55 per week, suggesting 1947 may be weaker than 1946 for new ventures, though human factors complicate the view.
A legislative interim highways committee minority objects to increasing the state gasoline tax from six to seven cents to fund farm to markets roads, arguing it fuels inflation and raises material costs. It suggests counties may levy local gas taxes if needed, while noting Gov. Folsom promised efficiency and no new taxes.
Bryce Davis, youthful chairman of the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board, resigned after a turbulent three months in which he served as ABC chief and state stores administrator. Gov. Folsom accepted the resignation effective immediately. Davis pitched controversial ideas, clashed with staff, and faced questions over contracts and merit system dismissals as critics questioned his qualifications and judgment.
Drew Pearson notes social talk at a Washington dinner among wives of Senators including Mrs. Truman and Mrs. Byrnes about high living costs and taxes. The column then discusses a Republican caucus on the Hartley labor bill, with Speaker Joe Martin, Hartley, and Halleck defending the measure amid Democratic opposition from Lesinski Madden Kelley and Kenordy.
A critical analysis targets Perpetual New Dealers and their anti communist stance. It contrasts Aubrey Williams and Henry Wallace with old line opposition, arguing genuine communists rely on soft supporters to advance. The piece surveys political rhetoric, US policy, and the clash between democracy and communism.
David Lilienthal, approved by the Senate as atomic commission chair, begins duties while his daughter Nancy resigns from the Labor Department at his request. She denies plans to join his staff, saying one of them working for the government is enough. The piece frames nepotism debates among Congress members.
J Norton Dendy president of Dothan Ministers Association writes to The Eagle thanking the paper for its gambling editorial and its long standing policy of not carrying whiskey advertisements. He notes gratitude for the paper's support of ministers and the work of the association.
Quote heavy column fragment cites Lauritz Melchior on writing operas versus profits from selling a famous line. Includes asides from Rear Adm Paul F. Lee on research policy and Sen Claude Pepper on global power struggles. Mentions Rep Clarence Cannon and Noble Johnson discussing a legislative vote amid criticism.
Former VP Henry Wallace tours Europe criticizing Washington's Greco Turkish aid as risking war with the Soviet Union. British officials distance themselves from his stance while editors debate imperialism and Soviet policy. Wallace heads to Scandinavia to continue his message amid global tensions.
Radio schedule lists 6:00 to 10:45 programs across networks with variety shows. Featured items include News Commentary, The Lone Ranger drama, It Pays To Be Ignorant, Mystery Theater Mysteries, People Are Funny, and The Paul Lavelle Melody. Several slots show multiple acts, with upcoming items to be announced and repeats.
A dense listing of radio programming traces a Saturday and Saturday night lineup with names such as Vaughn Monroe Gabriel Heatter and Raymond Scott appearing among varied shows. It notes numerous time slots, networks, and program titles including comedy drama music news and quiz formats with partial accuracy across multiple stations. The text captures a snapshot of midcentury broadcast culture and listing style.
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