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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1948
Page
2
Local notice lists subscription rates by carrier and mail for daily and Sunday service in Alabama and Florida. Included are monthly and yearly prices, motor route options, and a note on obituary and resolution charges. The issue date is Tuesday February 10, 1948.
A religious quotation emphasizes preaching the gospel to all nations and to every creature. It asserts that no person is beyond reach of God's grace and forgiveness, quoting Mark 13:10 and a D. L. Moody admonition about universal outreach and mercy.
The piece notes Senator Robert A. Taft's opposition to a permanent FEPC while President Truman backs FEPC legislation. It discusses the political tension between the Democratic South and national parties, and the impact of Taft's stance on Republican prospects. The author argues Truman's backing matters more than Taft's personal view in shaping policy.
The Dixie Governors form a five member committee to map action against anti Southern measures. They aim to deliver recommendations within 40 days to President Truman and party leaders, signaling readiness to press for firmer steps if needed. Some members favor drastic action while others caution restraint, and the balance hints at strain in the Solid South as Mississippi tightens plans for a March convention.
A government backed prefab housing plan failed after months, leaving 65,000 units contracted to 19 builders but only about 3,000 completed. Net cost estimated near 3.6 million dollars, with many packages stored by Reconstruction Finance Corp including 299 homes in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. The venture shows inefficiencies in government backed construction schemes.
A reader awards high praise to The Eagle for a three to four week old Sunday Eagle article on the Childs Negroes, complimenting Mr Smith on a comprehensive piece based on the writer’s memory. The letter notes the wide readership, new incidents, and identifies Emiline Childs as Jacob’s granddaughter living in Ozark, wife of Lewis Sistrunk.
Secretary of State George Marshall urged using a U.S. Junior Chamber idea to invite outstanding young farmers from other nations for exchanges on livestock, soil conservation, and farming techniques. He framed aid as tools to lift others while promoting peace, friendship, and understanding, not Yankee imperialism. A Texas rancher floated prizes and trips to the United States to spur participation.
Danville Virginia columnist urges Southern voters to withhold Democratic support to gain bargaining power in national politics. He cites the shift of Black voters to the Democratic party, the need for a united Southern stance, and the potential to influence the balance of power without leaving the party. The piece links regional strategy to broader race and policy issues of the era.
Retail managers report a lunch box comeback as workers bring home meals to the office. Chains say supply dwindles while demand for vacuum bottles grows. Shoppers reminisce on cheaper, simpler noons and the old 35 cent lunch.
Two basketball fans argued over Alabama versus Kentucky odds for tonight’s game. One wager was challenged as too risky for Lloyds of London, then a boast that today isn’t Thursday.
The Madison County county Democratic executive committee urges that only one political gathering be held in each school community during the spring drive for votes and office. The panel argues one meeting suffices for candidates and residents, noting rallies are costly and sometimes embarrassing given public salaries.
COLUMBUS QC UP Dr. Lewis W Berry is 95 and endsow an ordinary life insurance policy. He took out the policy on December 28 1907 at age 56. He paid premiums totaling 980 85 during the 40 year policy life and received a check for 1089 49 representing the maturity value of the policy plus dividends.
Hal Bo Colun reports on a public infantry journal highlighting a book titled Airborne, by Maj. Gen Slim, arguing war’s future lies in air power and mobility. It praises airborne ideas, critiques past limits, and notes early debates on air and amphibious assault’s roles in future campaigns.
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