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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1945
Page
2
An OCR damaged fragment from The Dothan Eagle discusses subscription rates and delivery in Alabama and Florida, mentions postal routes and cinema showings, and includes garbled lines about agencies, dates, and a statement from Thomas Jalieron. The piece reads like a publisher’s notice mixed with misprinted ads and a press service attribution.
A dated fragment cites biblical sayings from Luke and a Spurgeon-like note on humility. It contrasts justification and exaltation, warning that those who exalt themselves will be abased while those who humble themselves will be exalted, reflecting 19th century commentary.
The weekend directive from General Douglas MacArthur, supreme Allied Commander, abolishes State Shinto and removes government backing from the militaristic religion. It aims to free Japanese people from compelled belief while allowing sects separate from state influence to continue. Observers question how deeply occupation will alter religious life in postwar Japan.
The UNO preparatory commission selects the United States as the host country for the full dress conference to be held early next year. The decision is among the era's most contentious issues as nations debate hosting rights.
The speaker praises the United States role in hosting UN headquarters and urges strong commitment to make the organization succeed. Debate notes that world security planning requires unity and that failure would be blamed on the UNO's US location, urging responsible leadership for global peace.
Postwar unemployment estimates are revised downward from 6 to 8 million to about 4 million by year end and up to 5 million by March. Experts cite fewer layoffs and strong consumer buying, but warn that persistent price controls may be harder to lift, as inflationary pressure could grow.
Bond sales in Dothan Tuesday totaled 44950, the lowest daily figure yet in the Victory Loan drive. Officials urged a spurt in buying to reach the goal, urging Victory Bonds as a Christmas gift that grows in value with time.
President Truman pressed Louisville mayor Wil son Wyatt to accept a Civil Aeronautics Board post and later housing czar duties, amid a tense exchange at the White House over national priorities. Wyatt initially refused, citing law practice income, before a renewed push and a five minute White House visit. The piece notes Truman’s frustration with Jackson County appointments and contrasts Wyatt’s $5,000 mayoral salary with potential $50,000 private earnings. It also covers Eisenhower’s first Senate briefing, praising cooperation with Congress and American Soviet relations, and hints at Army civilian friction over Nazi asset lists.
John Temple Graves lauds Atlanta as the South’s looming market metropolis amid postwar expansion. He envisions rapid growth, new plants, branches, and boosters, urging pride in Atlanta’s rise while cautioning against outdated metropolitan rules and the South’s broader transformation. He notes travel, business links, and a wartime Nazi-list controversy inline as context.
A dense OCR of WAGF programming lists a packed Tuesday night slate with multiple music shows, news blocks, dramas, and variety programs. Notable entries include Musical Host, Inside Of Sparta, Eye To The Future, and Adams News segments among numerous partner programs and station IDs.
The Rams defeated the Washington Redskins 18 to 14 to claim the National Professional Football League championship and the title of world’s best football team. Sammy Baugh led Washington briefly before leaving with an injured side, while Bob Waterfield threw two touchdown passes after signing a three year contract hours before the game.
Sixteen of the nation’s top professional players including gold dust twins Byron Nelson and Jag McSpaden received invitations to the International Four Ball matches to be held at Miami Springs golf course from March 7 to 10. John M. Carlisle, chairman of the Invitations and Pairings Committee, said 16 more pros will be added later, completing a 32-player field for the 144-hole match play event.
The writer surveys Ireland’s recovery under De Valera, noting neutrality aided growth, expansion of wheat and fodder production, a revived economy, and government aid reducing destitution. Ireland’s improving transport links, notably a new airline route to Croydon, position it for postwar opportunities.
C E Clapp and A P L extension forestry experts note railroads need 20 million cross ties. Alabama farmers could earn a solid daily wage and sell low grade trees and bread-rose tops for lumber while crops are down. Extension poultrymen warn mites in laying houses reduce egg production and profits and harm flock health. carbolineum paint is advised for roosts and nests to control mites.
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