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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1947
Page
2
The letter argues extending Dothan city limits to include the municipal airport reduces travel time, lowers perceived distance, and avoids taxing and upkeep issues. It asserts city ownership and proximity favor residents and travelers while noting airports are typically several miles from cities. An inner-city airport is seen as aligning with advancing air age.
Thoughtful citizens watch Governor Jim Folsom press for better schools and higher teacher pay while urging tax increases despite earlier campaign vows for no new taxes. The article contrasts his call for earmarked funds and government economy with his growing office payroll and contested revenue plans.
The Dothan high school band seeks donations to cover transportation to a regional music festival. Regular funds are unavailable. two concerts are planned at the high school auditorium, one tomorrow night and another later in spring, with season or single tickets supporting the cause.
Washington hears General Marshall praised for swift leadership as Secretary of State yet questions remain about his tolerance for new State Department officials and his civilian run approach. The piece notes his pace, diplomacy with Novikov and Polish envoy, stance on atomic energy, and pressure on budget and veterans programs amid postwar tensions.
A reflection on Senator Taft and his shy, diligent nature. Graves notes Taft’s gentleness about his father, his effort to respond to admirers, and doubts about how to handle praise for his father while praising his own work and character.
A collage of humorous and philosophical lines touches on planning for the future, neighborly borrowing, word knowledge, women physicians, love and marriage, drunken driving excuses, school fires, fashion, safety, and everyday observations. The piece concludes citing 1947 and The Bell Syndicate.
Russians millieusing for position and propaganda in Lake Success talks are not proof of imminent disarmament. The piece argues the Soviets seek a mix of world peace facade and industrial boost, prioritizing production capacity over manpower, while maneuvering in the UN Security Council for favorable terms.
A dense rundown of radio programs across networks, listing time slots from 6:00 to 6:45 and beyond. It names shows, hosts, and genres including news, drama, music, comedy, religious programs, and variety segments. Notable entries feature Radio Supper Club, Ellery Queen Detects, Dennis Day Show, Dinah Shore in Variety, and Adams-MBS offerings, with extensive day-by-day listings and station references.
In Cush ing Oklahoma a 72 year old Indian hunter was found in mud on a country road. He had dozed after taking a swig from a jug kept for rabbit bite prevention. Passers by believed foul play or accident occurred before investigators identified the tale as a nap.
The Cass Lake Time denounced jail leaks in a Cass Lake editorial after inmates tunneled out and a woman jailed for drunkenness was taken in, mocking the jail’s security while noting wartime farm worker output rose over 25 percent from 1939.
Pittsburh AP reports veteran Willi Sorg raced to re enlist before deadlines. He and his wife drove from northern Canada to Hartish, aiming to join the Eleventh Air Force in Pennsylvania. He received a commendation and the rank of sergeant.
Britannica notes show widows live longer than husbands with about three times as many reaching age 100. The data highlight gender differences in longevity across populations.
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