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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1947
Page
3
The Wiregrass Eagle announces the temporary discontinuation of the long running Folks Worth Knowing column. Editor notes plans to resume later, citing desire to vary content and avoid monotony while inviting reader patience. Authors promise to revisit forthcoming subjects from Dothan and surrounding areas.
The ABC board loosened a two week old rule prohibiting curbside beer sales allowing customers to purchase cold beer to take home for consumption. The columnist notes the change aims at curb service and cites a corny joke about a customer asking whether to drink here or take it with.
Rep Stratton of Illinois proposes a four year plan to admit 400000 displaced Europeans, with Truman signaling support when Congress reconvenes. The president urges civil debate while noting Americans descend from foreign born ancestors, but warns against welcoming undesirables such as criminals and Communists. The era’s screening precedents and public concern about quality of new citizens frame the debate.
Alabama voters face a Tuesday referendum on Constitutional Amendment No One with little organized opposition. Governor Folsom's vote against the measure has sparked debate though observers doubt last minute huffing will affect results. The amendment would boost education funding, reduce state debt, and expand tax exemptions while prompting school building updates.
The Washington Merry-Go-Round attacks Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery for publishing a postwar report described as misstatements and omissions. The piece argues the document, distributed by the BSTIC Information Service, omits key Allied actions and exaggerates Montgomery’s role, contrasting it with Marshall and Eisenhower reports.
A mosaic of 1947 opinions recalls Henry Wallace Dean Acheson and Eric Johnston on prosperity, Europe, and global aid. Charles Maitleskamy cites Allied victory on the Rhine while Montgomery critiques selective praise. The Bell Syndicate notes wartime glory contrasted with lasting lessons.
Column by John Temple Graves notes protests by Protestant leaders over a U S diplomatic representative to the Vatican. It discusses church state separation, quotes James A Farley on sovereignty and religious function, and reflects on broader religious tensions amid political diplomacy. It also weaves in cotton industry imagery and historical references.
A dense listing of network radio schedules for Sunday detailing programs across CBS NBC and ABC including comedy dramas variety shows and news segments with host names like Jack Marr Martin Shew and Paul Harvey plus multiple musical acts and church services across day parts. Notable entries include Adventures and The Adventures Parade mysteries and a selection of religious programs as well as children and music programs.
Baron presents Princess Elizabeth with a two inch tektite called Agni Mani or fire gem said to grant dynastic luck. Tales tie the jewel to 2500 year history in Orient lore and to notable figures like Lord Louis Mountbatten who credited it with aiding wartime success. The baron notes the gem’s orbital origin and watches its fate with the princess.
In Chicago Greyhor a 15 year old world class trotter lives a pampered retirement at Baker Acres. His stall is air conditioned in summer and steam cooled in winter. A single stable boy cares for him while Greyhor occasionally prances before crowds at harness events. His famed 1:55 1/4 mile record was set years ago and remains celebrated.
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