Let There Be Light in August 31 1948 Editorial
Federal investigators moved in on the Louisiana scene to set up a protection scheme for voters. The piece argues no crimes were proven and questions the legality and secrecy of federal ballot checks, warning of potential overreach into other states and the risk to secret ballots. The author critiques pre election policing and party accusations of theft.
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Louisiana
Alabama
Mississippi
New York
Pensylvania
Minnesota
Oregon
Maine
America
J. Strom Thurmond
South Carolina
Joe Langan
Mobile
Truman
Thurmond-Wright
National Democratic Party
Langan
National Party
House of Representatives
Selma Times-Journal
Henry Wallace touts a Marshall Plan for the South
The piece lampoons Henry Wallace proposing a federal one billion dollars yearly aid to the South for four years, split between industry and agriculture, funded by taxing profits of outside wealthy interests. It notes political jostling with Truman and hints at Southern self-identity as Utoplacrats.
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Henry Wallace
North Carolina
South
Henry
Appomatox
Truman
Wallace Wallace
Harry
Federal Protectors Debate in Louisiana Election
Report notes federal investigators are in Louisiana for today’s U.S. Senate race between Russell B. Long and Judge Robert F. Kennon. Investigators say they will monitor sheriffs and voting procedures and check credentials to ensure a fair vote.
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Louisiana
Russell B. Long
Kingfish
U. S. Senate
Robert F. Kennon
Russell
Earl
Long
Draft Registration Across Nation Sparks Mixed Reactions
The second peacetime draft begins with New York and Dothan signups amid tension over a possible war. Pickets in Manhattan urge avoidance while Hawson County youths in Alabama arrive early to register, mirroring earlier drafts. President Truman faces pressure over civil rights in the armed services as the nation weighs duty and protest.
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New York
Dothan
Midtown Manhattan
West Chester
Houston County
Truman
Armed Services
Un-American hearings clash over perjury move
House committee members from the House Un-American Activities panel clash after a long interrogation of former New Dealer and Time editor. Ed Herbert and Carl Mundt demand perjury action while Nixon and other Republicans push for more hearings. The clash ends with a partial compromise to hear more witnesses before sending the case to the Justice Department.
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Washington
House un-American Activities Committee
Hiss-Chamber
New Dealer
Time
Congressional Brobhers
Ed Herbert
Louisiana
Richard Nixon
Cal
Herbert
Hiss
Chambers
Justice Department
Hiss. Chambers
Hiss-Chambers
Mundt
Department
Nixon
Parnell Thomas
Freedom of communication and democracy in peril
Managin g Editor George W Healy Jr of The New Orleans Times Picayune, in a University of Mississippi address, discusses global free speech, the danger of totalitarian influence, and the need to preserve democracy at home while critiquing sensational mass media figures and academic liberty.
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George W. Healy, Jr
New Orleans Times-Picayune
University of Mississippi
Healy
Russia
Drew Pearson
Walter Winchell
Kremlin
Proble
World Leaders Warn of Risks in Coming Generations
A collection of quotes outlines worries from figures like Jawaharlal Nehru and J. Strom Thurmond about global governance and party power. Other remarks touch personal conduct and political stability, reflecting era concerns over democracy, tyranny, and international cooperation.
Long stride in Alabama high school athletics outlined
The Alabama High School Athletic Association opens a broader program under executive secretary Cliff Harper. The plan targets 362 senior high schools, 320 football teams, and 10,000 to 12,000 boys in football, with expanded officiating, eligibility standards, instructional films, and broader physical education for boys and girls. Tuscaloosa News notes the effort aims for uniform competitive conditions and stronger school cooperation.
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Alabama
Alabama High School Athletic Association
Cliff Harper
Harper
Evergreen
Tuscaloosa
Central Board of Control
State
Narper
Cotton crop outlook and pest issues noted in 1923 report
A 1923 item reports the Cotton Association's estimate that this year’s crop will reach six percent of normal, with rising boll weevil infestation noted in forecasts. Also mentioned: Dixie Willbanks pleads not guilty to bigamy and is released to return home to Jackson County Florida. Lions Club plans to entertain delegates for an association meeting in October.
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Dixie Willbanks
W36 &1
Jackson County
Fla
Lions Crabbs
Nerses Association
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Steller
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Jawaharlal Nehru
India
Thomas F. Dewey
Artie Shaw
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Jamee Ko Potrick
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Perla
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