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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1949
Page
4
A mid 20th century editorial critiques Truman era civil rights moves. It argues the Far Employment Practices Act is a political trap, aimed to fracture Republicans and Southern Democrats, while condemning tactics that pit groups against each other for political gain. The piece labels the strategy unprincipled and damaging to statesmanship.
A critic laments a British remake of Mother Goose for removing rough edges and punchy mischief. The piece claims the updated rhymes are too tame and safe, lacking excitement to hold a child’s attention, and questions the effect on younger generations and child psychology.
A fragmentary interview at a New York event shows Margaret Truman facing reporters who pressed her on civil rights. She insists the topic moves into policy territory, underscoring the tense national debate around her father's administration.
An Atlanta reader’s letter recounts an early Christian move to mark Christmas on December 25 to counter Rome’s holiday riot on that date. It argues the date was chosen to compete with Roman celebrations and to honor the birth of Jesus in a moral shift from debauchery.
The text notes that Vira Thomas, wife of Congressman Parnell Thomas, plans to run for her husband’s office, asserting she would and could win. The piece mentions payroll padding allegations and overall political maneuvering amid cotton market concerns and boll weevil issues affecting farmers.
John Temple Graves laments the loss of the traditional Santa Claus to a commercialized version. He argues modern depictions in toys, radio, and media strip Santa of sacred wonder, replacing him with a “sugar daddy.” He urges belief in the Santa of old as a meaningful, almost holy figure, while acknowledging changing attitudes may erase him.
The writer argues Eleanor Roosevelt omitted a key affair from her memoirs about Franklin D. Roosevelt. He cites alleged wartime confidants and Secret Service actions at Warm Springs to suggest a hidden relationship affected the Roosevelts and U.S. history. He questions why Mrs. Roosevelt did not name the other woman and promises further recollections in a future column.
Drew Pearson recalls involvement in the Truman Byrnes row with Byrnes insisting his resignation stemmed from ill health. Truman replies referencing Byrnes Washington and Lee address. Byrnes denies deserting the Democratic Party and asserts loyalty to its fundamental principles. Also coverage of a Holtville Wetumpka football letter praising sportsmanship over winning.
An upstate political writer argues James E. Folsom will establish offices in Washington as a personal representative after stepping from the governor’s chair. The piece questions the task of the plume fee shaker and mockingly references President Truman.
Nearly two decades after Our Boarding House’s cartoon mocked tire wear, Virginia State Highway Commission confirms asphalt roads will include natural rubber to reduce giidding and extend wheel life. Hoople’s concept of rubber highways gains momentum as plans move toward Alabama involvement.
A Clemson College student signs to James F. Byrnes about secret ship ments to Russia, prompting a push toward the House Committee on Un American Activities. The piece criticizes Washington leaders for suppressing vital questions of national security and cites past cover ups in the Harding era and government agencies.
In Red, Nova Scotia a provincial jury recommends all hunters wear bright red clothing and avoid white after the inquest into the accidental shooting death of Frank Cook. Cook was mistaken for a deer by Gerald Cole and no blame was assigned.
Florida Supreme Court upholds a lower ruling over Nancy De Marigny's annulment suit against Count De Marigny. The decision questions the validity of his earlier divorce from his first wife, noting New York residency and divorce grounds issues. The heiress, daughter of Sir Harry Gates, faced an unhappy position amid the contested marriage history.
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