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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1946
Page
2
A garbled mix of names and phrases includes references to Atlanta Detroit and what appears to be a quotation about serving God and resisting minds. The lines include a February 14 1946 dated fragment, a Bible verse excerpt, and a disjointed note about swearing at the altar of God. The overall text is incomplete and lacks a coherent news item.
The British delegation at the United Nations proposes ending military conscription worldwide once a UN peace force is established. The idea, though idealistic, could enable genuine peace if the UN gains trust. Some members remain unconvinced, delaying any move to scrap conscription until broader support exists.
Harold L. Ickes resigns as Interior Secretary after 12 years in the Roosevelt and Truman administrations. The move ends a long tenure, making Henry Wallace in the Commerce Department the only Roosevelt cabinet survivor in that branch. Times have changed since the early New Deal era.
A retrospective passage notes the impact of a long serving official. It acknowledges controversy and praise, highlighting his influence on policy and the public perception of his tenure. The piece reflects on his role and the mixed legacy left behind.
Democratic National Committee Chairman Robert Hannegan addressed a rumor that President Truman planned not to run in 1948. He held a news conference to announce there is no truth to the report and emphasized the need to avoid attributing quotes, keeping the Truman name in public discussion.
Helen Douglas Mankin of Atlanta defeats 17 male opponents to win Georgia's Fifth District seat, succeeding resigned Rep Robert Ramspeck. A Fulton County legislator for five years, Mankin's late strong showing carried the election as CIO activity recedes from view and the historic outcome dominates coverage.
Bernard Baruch conceives a one year peak production formula to curb inflation and negotiates a steel settlement. He briefed Truman and Secs Byrnes Vinson Murray Snyder, securing a one year moratorium on wage hikes after the steel rise. The move aims to beat inflation while reconciling CIO and Big Steel contracts due in October. Also notes postwar surplus vehicle woes for veterans and planned shifts in naval and political appointments.
In a Town Meeting debate on democracy in the army sentimentality and misreading liberty are critiqued. The piece argues officers are essential, democracy cannot govern military command, and excessive democracy risks collapse. It covers British socialism, Russian communism, and postwar army vehicle matters and policy.
Radio schedule lists multiple programs across networks for Thursday night including News Commentary World News via Broadcast Abe dack Smith Show Raymond Gram Swing, Dinah Shore Open Home FBI in Peace and War, Lum & Abner, George Burns & Gracie Allen, Five Minutes News, Bing Crosby and others. It notes variety acts, dramas, and a campaign to buy victory bonds.
The resignation of Gen de Gaulle exemplifies a pattern of weak presidencies in France. Elected by the Chamber of Deputies, most presidents have been figureheads, with strong leaders like Clemenceau and Briand failing to secure the office, fearing dictatorship. American history shows damage from weak presidents, a view the French may echo as they weigh leadership.
Barney Nowell Sr. a seaman first class in the U S Naval Reserve, is on a 24 day leave at home with his parents in Ashford. He recently returned from the Asiatic-Pacific theater including the invasion of Iwo Jima and other combat actions. He awaits discharge and expects to separate from the Navy in March after enlistment through the Dothan Naval Recruiting Station.
In an interview at The Hague Prime Minister Schermerhorn appeals for clearer Dutch policy on Indonesia to the United States. He stresses Dutch commitment to eventual independence and urges a settlement based on a Dutch Commonwealth of Nations, sees potential for negotiation with Indonesian leaders.
Notice that the undersigned were appointed executors of the estate of Beale L Andress by the Probate Court of Houston County Alabama on February 13 1946 with all powers and duties conferred by law and the will or statutes governing such appointments.
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