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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1949
Page
4
The Dothan Eagle issue from February 2, 1949 presents subscription rates by carrier and mail, publisher notes, and standard notices. It includes misstatement policy, AP and United Press credits, and a Jefferson quote with a biblical verse. The page reflects a mid-century newspaper masthead and regional service structure.
The piece argues that the number of Communists matters less than their discipline and influence. It cites FBI Director J Edgar Hoover’s 1950s testimony noting that Russia had one Communist per 2277 people in 1917 while the United States has one per 1814 today, challenging American complacency.
Washington columnist David Lawrence warns that abolishing unlimited debate endangers all minorities by reducing the Senate to a House-like, monocameral body. He criticizes Republicans for aligning with Northern Democrats and stresses the filibuster as a protection for minority rights beyond Southern interests.
A column argues the filibuster protects minorities against any majority rule, warning that abolishing it would invite tyranny and erode state sovereignty. It criticizes Republicans for political games and suggests broad federal civil rights actions could spark broader violence without local protection.
Cyrus Ching, director of the Federal Mediation Service, criticizes the push to repeal Taft-Hartley and place the agency under Labor Department control calling the department pro labor. He warns such a shift would undermine fair treatment for management and could prompt his resignation. Labor leaders favoring repeal react with renewed distrust of Ching and the agency.
The piece argues that Wall Street no longer wields power as government agencies and federal bodies drive most capital flows. It cites the Federal Reserve, RFC, ECA, and other entities with trillions in loans and investments, while noting limited Wall Street roles in crops, mortgages, and government security financing.
In a 1949 reflection by George E. Sokolsky, the piece argues that Wall Street’s role as capital conduit declined after World War II as government programs like lend-lease export-import bank and ECA assumed finance duties. It notes foreign investment peaks in 1908 and wartime government control over credit, with American industry now often obtaining capital on favorable terms from non-Wall Street sources.
Williams of Seattle urged containment of Russia as the path to national strength and economic growth. He linked defense to domestic vitality, citing MCA drives and March of Dimes campaigns, and warned a war spark could spur lasting national resilience and self-reliance.
John Temple Graves argues against pandering to the lowest common denominator in journalism and education. He cites Rudolph Flesch’s readability tests, warns against dumbing down, and critiques direct popular vote over the electoral college, noting shifts in political influence among states.
Washington reacts to proposals on banning or allowing closed shops as Congress weighs new labor rules. Proponents say it forces union membership and labor protection, while opponents call it unfair, monopolistic, and a restraint on nonmembers. Taft Hartley Act of 1947 already bans closed shops federally.
President Truman and advocates urge Congress to abolish the Taft Hartley act and pass a federal labor law that would supremacy federal over state anti closed shop rules for interstate plants. It would allow closed shops when work crosses state lines, while permitting state bans in purely intrastate operations.
A belated Miami report recounts an incident during President Truman's inaugural parade. An electric heating pad under the reviewing stand shorted, creating smoke as Gov. Herman Talmadge passed. Truman reportedly turned away to address a fire, leading to perceptions of a snub, while observers urged the crowd to watch the cameras.
Senator C J Owens says there is no likelihood of tax reduction now or in the foreseeable future at local, state, or national levels. He notes rising demand for public services and higher living standards, while local and state governments struggle to align revenues with expanding service needs. Washington faces rising costs for social programs and national defense.
Dr Stewar t J Lloyd dean of chemistry at the University of Alabama surveys Alabama’s 25 year industrial potential. Coal mining may reach 5,000,000 tons, with atomic power supplanting coal. Iron and steel output to rise 25 to 40 percent with a large plant at Table. Oil and gas production to spread across south Alabama and synthetic oil from coal. Salt dome developments near Mobile, sea water used by plants, cotton and corn to shrink while fruits and vegetables grow. Home building to modernize and raise skill levels.
The article argues that blame for high taxes should fall on citizens and officials alike, not leg tors, and asserts that people want more government services and will pay for them. Despite losses, readers will fund what they demand, rejecting tax cuts and embracing greater government.
Walter Kornegay joins Ward One race as Saxon Poyner announces a band for boys ages ten to eighteen. State Conference W. M. S. meets Tuesday for its thirteenth annual session chaired by E. C. Porter who fills the unexpired term of councilman Baughman. Dothan defeats Brundidge in yesterday afternoon’s game. Carolyn Finney Springer set for New York recital tonight. The feature song Gipsying referenced. The article notes a human height fact about an average adult height and mentions watch springs.
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