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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1946
Page
1
Fifty-one cases were on the final docket this morning in the county court with Judge Poyner presiding. Charges included drunkenness vagrancy driving while intoxicated bad checks and breach of peace.
Enterprise and surrounding towns prepare for federal inspection of Alabama National Guard units for recognition. Dates span December 4 to December 16 1946 with battalion staff led by Lieut Col Farris and Capt Bowden directing Headquarters Battery.
The Houston County Medical Society will elect new officers for 1947 at the December meeting Friday at the public health building auditorium. Dr. W. T. Burkett, county health officer, announced. Dr. Paul Flowers is the current president. A discussion on developing the Dothan district hospital, a project supported by Master’s Capital Plus, will be held. Dothan has been chosen as the regional hospital site for Wiregrass counties. A meeting next month will organize a hospital committee to plan the local hospital.
Judges consider the May 29 contract with Krug amid government claims the terms cover government operation. Union officials debate resuming talks with Lewis while Burke faces questions on a recusal proposal. Directors of the Southern Cari Producers Association convene to decide on negotiations, with reporters awaiting further remarks.
A 23 member grand jury with witnesses and heavy FBI involvement investigates a Georgia lynching case tied to civil rights, while federal and state officials clash over jurisdiction and evidence. Names of mob participants are known to some officials, but convictions face hurdles amid local resistance.
The report details widespread declines in steel and manufacturing output across districts, with over 20,000 workers idle as steel mills cut production. General Electric in Schenectady lays off 200 to 300, risking closure due to coal and gas shortages, while other sectors face material scarcities and forecasts of further reductions across Minnesota and Colorado regions.
Reports describe cows falling ill after consuming seeds of blue lupine. Investigations note toxins in the seeds can cause sickness or poisoning, with farm handlers reporting distress and seeking advice on livestock safety and feed sources.
An old time home remedy claims to ease coughs with a mixed cough relief made from common kitchen ingredients. It describes a syrup prepared by combining sugar and water or corn syrup with Luncex and claims children will like the taste and that the remedy won’t spoil. The ad promises a money back guarantee.
Albert S. Lisenby of Dothan has been promoted to full colonel while on terminal leave from the Army. He advised his father in a Washington letter that he is currently stationed there.
The piece notes Stalin's possible step down or power loosening amid speculation Maven Molotov could be groomed for leadership. It profiles Molotov as a lifelong Communist and one of eight chairmen of the Council of Ministers, with Malenkov as a prominent rival. Other senior figures named include Zhdanov, Mikoyan, Kaganovich, and Beria, highlighting a web of influence in Soviet governance.
The 12 Committee plans hearings in Washington starting December 22 on charges that Bilbo took more than $30,000 in cash, a limousine, and a fully furnished dream house in Poplarville Mississippi. Bilbo has received all discrimination charge documents and will get full opportunity to respond.
Legal notice issued in Houston County Alabama naming James Glenn as plaintiff and addressing defendants. The document references a writ and timed actions on 24 November 116 with mentions of damages and property details. The text is garbled but indicates court action and residency requirements for defendants.
A party tale centers on Jimmy, who boasts of hiring staff, cars, and a plane, planning to smuggle cigarettes and profit before a potential bust. He envisions no cost to himself while exploiting contacts and offloading illegal gains, drawing envy and fear from observers. In time he may self-destruct with his own words as he heads abroad with a Made in the U S A label.
The message notes how six states faced frosts with low readings from Asheville to New Orleans. Temperatures ranged from 23 in Asheville to 42 in Charleston with 50 to 67 degree highs. The Weather Bureau said minimal crop damage expected despite unseasonal warmth and early cold snaps.
A parked car in the 400 block of East North Street caught fire late, damaging the interior before firefighters arrived. Assistant Fire Chief Harris said the car had mechanical trouble for some time and the cause remains unclear. Firefighters made another run yesterday to a cafe on East Main Street run by C. MM. Scott. no damages were reported.
Three building permits were issued by the MRE department Saturday. A. W. Harper received approval to repair a residence at 1300 Reeves St for 200 dollars. Odell Hobby was authorized to construct a residence at 205 Cottonwood Road for 96000 dollars. Moody Hospital secured a permit to build a classroom at 311 Alice St for 600 dollars.
Approximately 65 persons were arrested over the weekend by city and county law enforcement for drunkenness gambling vagrancy driving while intoxicated and disorderly conduct. City officers made 53 arrests and county officers 12.
Sixty percent of U S cotton spinning occurs in the two Carolinas and Georgia indicating a regional concentration of textile production in the Southeast states.
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