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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1944
Page
7
Fragmentary text mixes obituary lines with political commentary and names. It mentions a "Statement of Fact" and references Jefferoe and Navy service, plus St Andrews and Henry Brengall. The garbled lines imply a historical debate on office, service, and resignation amid wartime context, with scattered personal tributes.
A compact quotation echoes biblical and classical lines about speech and effect. It contrasts the ease of recalling a spoken word with the difficulty of pulling back a stone thrown with force. The text juxtaposes Hebrews 4 12 and a Menander quotation in a reflective tone.
Henry Cabot Lodge Jr resigns from the United States Senate to serve as a combat soldier overseas amid impending large scale ground fighting. He notes his age and duty calling, leaving a seven year Senate career to join a tank detachment in Libyan battles.
The piece argues President Roosevelt favors federal control over soldier voting, rejecting state poll taxes and voter qualifications. It warns that such federal power would challenge Constitutionally reserved state authority, risking white supremacist poll tax regimes and limiting soldiers’ say in local elections. It concludes soldiers should resist federal takeover to preserve constitutional balance.
Washington rumor mills weigh Senator Harold Burton of Ohio as a potential Coolidge style president to unify a fractured GOP. Burton, a former Cleveland mayor, gained broad Republican skepticism despite a crusading record. Garner privately warned of choosing a founder of a new style, while Old Guard leaders doubt Burton’s fit.
Burton faces conservative opposition in Ohio as he runs for Senate, touting a peace-first stance with Democratic and Republican allies. He rejects GOP boss control and cites his New England roots while arguing for representation of Ohio people over party power. Burton led a Senate bloc seeking bipartisan co operation for permanent peace, touring the nation with Ball Hutch and Hill to push peace above party.
In a pointed press conference Mrs. Roosevelt suggests mothers can take babies to taverns under certain circumstances and mocks ignorance of taverns. The piece humorously catalogs tavern scenes, types of patrons, drinks, smells, and social dynamics, noting proximity to prohibition repeal and referencing places like El Morocco and The Plaza. It labels taverns as a modern, co ed social norm contrasted with old saloon culture.
A scrambled listing of radio show titles and performers including AP News items and musical clock segments. Entries mention Jazz bands led by Calloway, Ray Noble, and other orchestras with devotional and religious pieces interspersed among variety program names and times.
A nostalgic column recalls World War I Liberty Bond sales led by local volunteers. It highlights Gordon community success with over $10,000 in bonds, praise for Harmon School rally, and the pride of neighbors uniting for the war effort. The piece celebrates patriotism, cooperation, and local bands aiding fundraising.
The piece recalls a muddy road trip near Dothan at about 11 o clock with Irene Soloman and others. A young man aided by Rufus Hicks offered a ride after a brief wait as plans to return home and attend barbecues are mentioned.
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