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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1949
Page
2
State Highway Patrol reported two men, Chrence W. Bell and Emmett Meas, were treated for minor injuries at a hospital after an incident in the Wiregrass area. Names and details appear from the patrol release.
In Jerusalem the Christmas season is shadowed by renewed enmity as Jews and Arabs fill the divided city. Israeli forces move to shift the capital from Tel Aviv, raising fears of repercussions. UN plans to internationalize Jerusalem add to tensions between the old walled Arab quarters and the modern Israeli sector.
The article notes confusion over gun permits with Police Chief Kelley claiming no notice from the Sheriff's office about any permit. Rhodes reports about 120 permits issued since January, while Cameron claims permits were issued to anyone who asked. The last published list in Houston County was last March, with 130 permits noted overall.
Stuart Florida reports Mayor Willem O'Dwyer of New York and model Stoan Simpson planned a private Catholic wedding tomorrow aboard the yacht Alinar Jt off Palm Beach. The ceremony at St Joseph's Church will be solemn and simple with a police and patrol presence to manage crowds.
El Paso plans a five day Sun Carnival festival featuring a giant Ice Wall melting, a New Orleans Mardi Gras parate, art exhibit, Sun Queen, and concert by the El Paso Symphony Orchestra. The parade and festivities culminate with a Sun Bowl eve parade and cross city performances by Southwest designers and artists.
The Jane's Naval Annual says Soviet plans aim to commission 1,000 super submarines by next year with numerous battleships and new warships. It notes speed records up to 18 knots, 360 submarines, and predicts radical naval changes including atomic carriers and missile ships.
The Senate debates a rule dubbed the Wherry Rule requiring 64 votes to halt filibusters on Civil Rights moves. Nebraska Senator Wherry defends it while Lucas predicts insufficient turnout to reach the threshold, risking gridlock and political blame from both parties.
OZARK The Rev E G Hicks a retired Methodist pastor died at home in Echo after a long illness. He served churches in Echo Taylor and 2nd Coffee Sormas and was a member of Echo Masonic Lodge. Surviving are his wife four sons three daughters and several grandchildren. Masonic funeral services will be held at Salem Church near Graceville with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
The U S Air Force favored Okinawa over Guam for Americas major Far East base. Kadena and Naha upgrades loom with $24 million plus for permanent buildings as top officials plan a lasting installation. Gen Alvin C. Kitentd notes higher funding and global reach from Okinawa, with threats from the Philippines Japan Formosa and China in range.
Loyal communists from the Iron Curtain alliance plan a chorus of tributes for Joseph Stalin on his 70th birthday. In Bulgaria and Eastern Europe celebrations include renaming cities, new stamps, and posters. In Romania workers prepare a special radio broadcast as Mao Zedong and other leaders join the birthday greetings.
A Dothan man identified as Roscoe Boyd was treated for injuries after a disturbance near Headland Highway. Police said Floyd attempted to gain entry to Holland residence, with Mrs Holland reporting she was struck twice. Detectives said the incident occurred around 4 pm yesterday and no charges were listed pending further action.
The report notes Okinawa’s defense role extending from Alaska to the Philippines, with China repeatedly cited as a concern. U.S. air units gear up near Formosa and Formosa defenses, while ground forces press ahead with deployments. The Army has $50 million allocated for its own preparations and supply lines, amid broader Asia-Pacific tensions.
US scientists seek methods to shield people and objects from radioactive contamination after atomic tests at Bikini Atoll. The AEC reports progress on decontaminating buildings, equipment, and areas, with coatings and chemical solutions to remove or prevent radioactive grime, and discusses surface protection to hinder contamination attachment.
AP dispatch reports eight major packing plants in several states receiving 20 calves 200 calves and 3500 hogs. Hog prices rise up to 60 cents from last week with varied quotes for weights and grades across plants in Georgia Alabama and Florida. Cattle and calf receipts at Union Stockyards in Montgomery show active demand with fed yearlings 450-700 pounds and calves around 400-600 pounds. hogs estimated at 1250-1350 for barrows and gilts, with sows and cutters also priced.
Columbus Hughes and his wife of near Rehoboth were held on $200 bonds each after state and county officers arrested them at the Hughes home for violating the prohibition law. A pint of untaxed rum was found as deputies said they were investigating. The case will be turned over to federal authorities.
In Baroda Bombay AP reports labor trouble for Tavichapepding Gaekwar as about 50 servants strike for higher pay. Roughly 200 are under arrest and 4000 municipal workers joined in Saturday in Baroda city. Baroda was briefly dark for an hour as authorities consider intervention under imperial rule.
An amphibian Convair escaped injury after running out of Beenone near Bee jarrisburg while en route from Salem to the Anacostia Navana Stilton Washington. Pilot Edward Cal aio landed the craft when the wheels failed and the ship returned to Boston. Passengers were transferred for the onward flight to Portland.
Fragmentary text mentions a city’s call to support a power plan and a Rural Erodestication Administration during wartime, with references to Dothan and returning individuals. Details are incomplete and names or dates are not fully legible.
Vice President and Mrs Alben Barkley concluded a hectic Miami visit with attendance at a Democratic victory dinner and meetings with supporters. The Barkleys planned to vote in Jacksonville and then resume their honeymoon in Sea Island Georgia after spending time with their two daughters from a former marriage.
Dothan Chapter 86 hosts tuter meeting Tuesday night and 28th Masonic district conference Wednesday at 7. Abbeville invited. Master Masons urged to attend. Thursday the Order of the Bagotorn Star holds its regular meeting while Dothan Chapter 113 meets at the Temple.
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