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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1946
Page
2
A fragment from a religious or funeral note dated February 21 1946 references psalm verses about death and fear, noting gloom and burial phrases. The visible text presents a devotional or commemorative tone with biblical excerpts and a plea for divine light.
The piece argues the Soviet Union has unified the army navy and air force under Generalissimo Stalin without debate. It asserts the United States should make its own decision based on national interests rather than emulating Russia. It notes the Soviet move was rapid and low profile, contrasting it with U.S. processes.
A wartime population study by the Liner-Bureau Pontwar Planning Committee for the Southeastern U S cites Wiregrass counties with declines based on 1943 ration book data. Critics argue many youths served in the military in 1953 and many residents registered elsewhere, skewing local population counts.
The article urges Dothan to create a living memorial park honoring local World War II servicemen and women. It promotes a central plaque listing names, with a playground swimming pool tennis courts and green walks as enduring tribute to service and community pride.
The Wiregrass region challenges the claim of population loss since 1903 and wartime inflow. Crowded sections near Camp Rucker and Napier Field contrasted with broader civilian migration. Today construction rises where populations grow, and the 1960 census will provide real proof of long term changes.
Washington report traces George Allen claims as vice president of Home Insurance and three affiliates amid Pendergast bribe allegations in 1938. It notes tax and food policy links, pork barrel funding for Nashville federal building, and debates over meat industry wage increases and price impacts.
John Temple Graves surveys Cleveland County and Shelby leaders, praising cotton fertility and local industry while noting political figures like Max Gardner and Clyde Hoey. He discusses wage shocks, meat packers, and FEPC concerns amid postwar policy, urging progress through education and cooperative state development.
A rundown of network radio listings for Wednesday evening into night, detailing show times and program titles such as Radio Supper Club World News via Broadcast Raymond Gram Swing and Mr and Mrs North. The schedule also includes comedy, detective drama, variety acts, and late night news, with hosts and participating actors noted.
The Dothan Rotary Club Monday welcomed Rev. E. T. Carroll as guest speaker under the theme Christian Ministery as a Profession. He was introduced by Victor Mavity, with Rotarian Ed Ragan from Brundidge and Frank Cowing Homewood—Island Press—Thornton representing Dotham High School in attendance.
Henry J Willingham explains common questions about withholding receipts for income tax returns. The piece covers automatic allowances, when to file Form 1040, why exemptions for self and spouse appear, choosing combined or separate filings, handling multiple employers, and signing and addressing the receipt.
Ten members and three majorettes from Dothan High School will attend the Alabama State Music Festival in Tuscaloosa, with Luther Gause and others in the A and B bands. Robyn Ann Driver serves as drum major, and baton twirling will feature Martha Jean Nordan. Contests occur Saturday night after Thursday and Friday practices.
Five candidates qualified late for Alabama's May 7 Democratic primary. Lawrence F. Gerald Jr. of Clanton joined the Fifteenth District Senate race with Sybil Poole. House races added Wallace D. Malone, P. Cracker Jr, William R. Belcher, Andrew F. Boue Jasper, and Russell Place No. 2. William E. Crawford qualified for the Democratic Executive Committee.
Nat C. Favre reports the Doshen Junior Chamber of Commerce, decimated by wartime activity, plans revival as armed forces demobilize. John C. Howell calls a meeting to reassemble, with 50 paid members returning and a goal of 100, amid stalled projects including municipal park support and rural stopover parking ideas.
Ezell the game warden discusses the IMS46 hunting season as the most successful this area has seen. He notes many hunters, violations like exceeding bag limits and hunting without licenses, and urges sportsmen to cooperate with farmers and protect land by careful burning and respectful hunting. He emphasizes conservation for birds next year and future generations.
A Veterans Administration representative relays a tale from Panama City about an old captain at sea who, while aboard a Pacific freight route, marooned an American flyer on an uncharted island. He sent news magazines with a note that he would return in a week after reporting the USA’s mess.
Ros Cooper visits former Common Pleas judge to discuss his move to the Legislative Referende Service in Montgomery. The agency provides research for the Governor, executive heads, and legislators as the legislature gears up for January sessions.
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