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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1947
Page
2
Fragmented OCR text references Botman Eagle and CORA ALE with unclear details from 1949. It includes garbled phrases about national representation and tyranny, mentioning Rex York Dette Ban Francia and an altar of God. The readable items are sparse and inconclusive.
The excerpt presents a mash of biblical phrasing Zephaniah 1 12 a modern misquote and a line attributed to Tibullus about truth and punishment. It reads like a garbled quotation mix with references to Jerusalem judgment and a poetic aside on perjury and unseen retribution. The source appears damaged and fragmentary.
John L. Lewis, age 61, led miners who stayed away on the day honoring Lincoln's birthday and the celebration linked to the holiday. The article notes workers took time off in observance, with some confusion over dates and events surrounding the birthday and President Lincoln's anniversary.
The Alabama Motorist Association criticizes plans for higher gasoline taxes, arguing the state already imposes the highest levies in the nation. The AMA asserts funds are wasted or diverted and warns residents will resist any further tax increases while lawmakers pursue new revenue.
An official notes that housing prices have leveled off rather than fallen, saying the increase has paused and will likely hold steady. He emphasizes leveling off does not imply a downturn, while observers say the market may be settling at current peaks.
The Finance Director Bronk announces a string of purchasing appointments in Alabama as part of a sweeping program. EF Ester Jr of Tuscaloosa becomes purchasing agent and Worry Bonder of Cullman named as another. R. M. McNook remains assistant purchasing agent for eight years. Governor Eaton, 87, aims to back a major expansion, drawing scrutiny over inexperience and the state’s vast buying needs exceeding millions annually.
Ex governor Ellie Arnall tours the country giving interviews and comments on world unity. He asserts “We Must have one world or so world,” proposing sweeping global governance while critics question the context and place of his rhetoric in a political career.
In a feature on fashionable nylons, the piece touts gloves for clerks and touchless handling to emphasize delicacy. It notes a Georgia like zeal for modern fiber and hints at a public celebration tied to Gov Folsom with radio coverage across Alabama.
A late 1940s style roundup notes alleged Communist activists under FBI watch, including Foster and ex-Comintern figures fleeing Germany. It cites passports granted, NY clubs under surveillance as suspected Soviet fronts, and a Justice Department push to outlaw the Communist Party. Also covered are Nebraskan lobbyist George Johns securing a government loan and Wall Street influence, plus TVA and Lilienthal clashes in Congress.
The piece surveys slow science progress, the coal industry's decline from 568 million tons in 1900s to 460 in 1940, and reduced energy share, with notes on atomic energy looming. It contrasts grim mining work with calls for science, education reform, and academic freedom, citing Howard Mumford Jones and reactions to labor, industry, and regulation.
A collage of quirky items and stray notes: jokes about birds, hidden presents, a Harvard professor, memories divided among women, a boy traveling in a railway car, a thief caught with clothes, calls for laws, a Louisiana extension tip on sweet potatoes, sports chatter, a Kentucky mule, a 40 chin-up habit, a record cranberry crop and turkey prices, and stock market quips.
W W Avery of Dothan long active in local church work helped form the Bourhaide Mission, now constituted as Southside Baptist Church. He is named moderator and pulpit committee chairman. his wife joins as charter member among 77. Avery’s career spans watch repair, jewelry, and teaching apprentices, with two children: the Rev Joseph Avery and Mrs Helen Avery Smith. They reside at 407 South Oates Street, Dothan.
The Ashford Garden Club hosted a Wednesday gathering with Mrs H M Dykes hosting and Miss Fran Mariette County Home Demonstration Agent presenting. Guests included Miss Emill Walton and Miss Oliver of Auburn. Prize awarded in a lucky number contest.
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