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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1946
Page
1
The article notes Doyle and his three sons raising and selling cattle, with plans for breeding and showing at Fat Stock events. It mentions stock bought, registered sows, and discussions of county farm operations and future fat stock entries. The piece references Houston stock and local farm activities at the end of Page Two.
A fragmentary report notes a court action filed in Gordon County over a yearling owned by Mickets in connection with a charge. Details are incomplete and dates are unclear.
Levonne Reeves, 15, of Newton route two, active in Mouston County 4-H, raises two short horn beef calves and a purebred Hampshire hog plus a registered Jersey dairy calf. He has won blue ribbons at prior shows and aims for further success at the Tri-State Fat Stock Show.
War Assets Administration in Washington announced the remainder of Napier Field property not owned by the city and county had been released to Dallas County, though city officials had no formal confirmation yesterday. A city clerk said official word likely rests with processing through regular channels. Release of the flight line area could enable major industrial development, with two large hangars identified as the best future sites. The city has a hangar at the field and plans to seek a government release of the hangars deemed for airport use.
Herman Talmadge supporters claim a clear majority in the Georgia Legislature after the November vote, urging designation of the governor and challenging Lieutenant Governor Thompson who counters with a pledge to fight any thwarting of the will of the people. Gov. Ellis Arnall remains silent as the session opens.
A Duroc sow in Wiregrassie reportedly gave birth to 16 pigs in one litter, described as a record by Mrs. Ted Banter. The reporter sought clarity on whether this was extraordinary, but Mrs. Oudly dismissed it as average noting the sow and her 16 piglets are doing well.
Local grocers report a easing of shortages with price declines in beef and groceries by about five percent. Merchants say a new buyers market is emerging as government demand wanes and wholesalers clear inventory. Some items such as English peas coffee and canned meats remain costly while clothing prices stay high though quality improves for future lower prices.
A TWA Constellation with 23 aboard crashed into a river island near Shannon Airport killing twelve and leaving three others in critical condition. Survivors include a Parisian engineer Gunther Lubszinski. Pilot Captain Herbert Tansey and co pilot Clifford Spytraw among those injured. The crash occurred after takeoff from Shannon en route to Canada.
A survey shows 23 new senators favor changes to labor policy, with divisions between Senate and House on industrial rules. Proposals range from crafting new national standards to tighter regulation of industries affecting public welfare, amid CIO tensions and arbitration debates.
In Vero Beach Florida a Good Samaritan is silent after being knifed by a hitchhiker who later expressed remorse. The attacker, William John Treacy of Brooklyn, admitted planning and stabbing Dosiak, then abandoning him. Sheriff L B O'Steen reports Treacy surrendered after a telephoned doctor met the victim at the hospital.
City officials announce minor changes to traffic signals at Edgewood Avenue West Main and Apple Tree Ear Main intersections. A standard traffic light may be installed at Main and Edgewood. decisions on Appletree and Main pending City Commission review.
In Miami Fin AP report geologist Gerald L. Parker describes ink hungry cockroaches devouring ink used in seismograph drawings. He notes no roaches damaged a recent Japanese earthquake recording as officials investigate the issue.
In Washington a Republican split threatens party cohesion as Taft Labour and Dewey factions vie for influence over upcoming legislation. Senate leaders hope to restore unity after a split in the party, while Democrats plan a coordinated approach. The House and Senate agendas hinge on rival camps shaping policy direction ahead of the new session.
Hal Boyle compiles a lighthearted suggestive top ten list of absurd items for a silly season in New York. He names fanciful picks like a Smithsonian physics tower book and imagines comically bizarre scenarios while lamenting common dislikes and praising a few notable figures such as Gen. Omar Bradley.
Four youths were questioned after the fatal shooting of former Slats Reg J. F. McGraw at his Vincent general store. Deputies said the suspects, aged up to 18, were arrested near Beersville after a wrecked automobile tied to the case. McGraw died instantly when a rifle was fired at close range as he spoke to youths near the rear of the store.
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