Subscriptions and notices in The Dothan Eagle
The Dothan Eagle lists subscription rates for mail delivery across Alabama Georgia and Florida with various durations and prices. It notes two cent per word charges for cards of thanks obituaries and resolutions and includes Associated Press and United Press notices policies plus a Jefferson quote about tyranny. Details cover carrier routes outside states and motor route services with monthly and yearly figures.
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Alabemca
Georgia
Florida
Alabama
Dally
Motor House
Let There Be Light Sunday Thought August 23 1948
A brief religious reflection centers on Luke 18 22 where Jesus tells a man to sell all he has and give to the poor for treasure in heaven The piece contrasts earthly wealth with spiritual riches quoting Beecher about generosity shaping true wealth
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Jesus
Census by Teachers: A Proposed 1950 Plan
The Census Bureau weighs using 600000 teachers to conduct the decennial count. Proponents argue teachers’ training ensures accuracy and public contact will boost support for education. A teacher led census could raise esteem for educators and perhaps increase funding.
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U. S. Census Bureau
Why Congress Should Probe Loyalty in Government
Eleanor Roosevelt favors FBI led spy ring probes over Congress but notes many cases yield no action. She questions Congress directing investigations, while Congress argues it must determine how loyal individuals reached high government positions despite unfavorable reports.
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Congress
Rez
Congressional
Washington
President Truman
Turnabout at Buffalo plant over fair pay and production
Westinghouse Electric Corp Buffalo plant says it loses money as 7,100 workers fail to meet production targets. Management claims output runs about 20,000 meters a month while only two thirds are produced. They argue cash losses stem from insufficient worker output and urge higher efficiency to stay in business.
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Westinghouse Electric Corporation
Buffalo
N.Y
Battle of Titans in the Teamsters Union Sparks Vendetta
Washington report on the clash between Dan Tobin and Dave Beck, leaders of the Teamsters, with Tobin expanding powers and Beck pursuing his own empire. Beck’s actions trigger strikes, intra-union fights, and wide criticism from machinists, local AFL cliques, and state labor bodies, signaling a deepening split at the top of the union.
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Washington
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Teamsters Union
Dan Tobin
Longttme
Dave Beck
Beck
Tobin
Seattle
Boeing
International Machinists Association
Teamsters
Hartford
Conn
Teams
Harvey Brown
Washington State Federation of Labor
Everett
Wash
AFL Metal Trades Council
Mon Wallgren
State University
AFL International
Ioe
Reovate Lagor
Cecil Dunlap
Dunlap
Wienkers
International Union
International Seamsters
Nov
Berk
Jt Wall Oe
Redh
Gow
Warren
Gold
Roosevelt
Eisenhower defends Columbia amid communist fears
In a column reflecting on General Eisenhower, he questions accusations of communist influence at Columbia University. He warns of a soft underbelly of statism and suggests a cautious stance toward New Deal and Progressive Education legacies, urging careful oversight to keep Columbia aligned with American interests.
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Edith Nourse Rogers
R-Mass
Lewis Bassie
Commerce
Charles Sawyer
University of Windis
Martin Buckner
Flint
Abch
American Legion
National Defence
Kerr
Mint
Chyire
Felena
Arescan
Eisenhower
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Americas
Rex Tugwell
Columbia
America
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Statiot
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Morningside Heights
Public Hearings Demand Public Knowledge to Drive Action
The speaker argues hearings must disclose information to the public so they can apply pressure for proper channels. Without public access, pressure cannot form and action may be stalled. The text references accountability and the role of Congress in sharing findings.
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Prende
Truman
Congress
Abusing Civil Rights Label in Draft Obedience Debate
The piece denounces civil rights rhetoric used to oppose draft obedience and segregation in the armed forces. It cites Philip Randolph and Bayard Rustin, saying the aim is to disobey the draft under a misleading label while urging continued resistance and warning the term civil disobedience hides treason.
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South
Philip Randolph
Pullman Porters
Truman
Bayard Rustin
Committee Against
Armed Forces
League
1948 Alabama voters rush to register to vote
Alabama faces a late year scramble as residents who reach age 21 in 1948 may vote in November if they register. Those turning 21 after February 1 must register to avoid poll tax liability, while veterans remain exempt. Registration books open each first and third Monday.
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Alabama
Jefferson County
Notable quotes on politics and freedom from wartime leaders
A compilation of quoted statements from President Truman, Count Folke Bernadotte, Gen Omar Bradley, Herbert Hoover, and other figures. The remarks touch on red herrings in probes, refugee needs, Arab and Jewish refugees, U.S. foreign policy, and the meaning of American freedom, reflecting wartime and postwar concerns.
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Folke Bernadotte
Palestine
Ameria
America
Herbert Hoover
Civil rights debate reshapes the party and politics
A survey of editorials and straw polls shows civil rights gains shaping the Democratic convention and promising federal enforcement measures. Critics warn reform must pair with education, and overreach could spark backlash while both parties move toward national civil rights legislation.
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Democratic Party
South
America
Pioneer party recalls early days at Dothan fairgrounds
August 28 1925 features a pioneer reminiscence with lemonade from an old fashioned well to be built on the grounds for Aug 29. Photos of Dothan’s early days to be shown. J W Sanders aged 45 dies suddenly at home. Prickard to play Dothan at the fairground diamond Thursday afternoon. A Howard Grove church singing convention was well attended. Lions Club votes to discuss import law changes.
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Dothan
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