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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1948
Page
2
Fragmentary newspaper header and policy notices from Dothan Alabama. Includes incorrect spellings, submission terms, AP and United Press statements, and unrelated quotations. The readable portions reference addresses and building names with no clear news event or dateline.
A Franklin Sunday reflection on Jesus as a teacher who showed sympathy for children. The piece cites Mark 10 14 and Eggleston praising the message that such children belong to the Kingdom of God and highlights the idea as a revelation of Christ’s regard for youth.
Florida fishery chief Ben C. Morgan cites 1947 figures showing the average Florida fisherman fished 23.8 times and caught 179 pounds, with bass 79.8 pounds, bream 41.4 pounds, catfish 28.7 pounds, crappie 8.9 pounds and other species 20.5 pounds. He notes $2 spent per pound of catch, totaling over $56 million for tackle lodging meals and travel, a figure Alabama readers question due to visitor spending and tolls.
The Birmingham News objects to state party calls to put Democratic presidential hopefuls on the spot, arguing that Alabama voters want to know where candidates stand on national and southern issues. The paper asserts those who refuse to disclose positions will be left behind in the race.
The governor spoke on radio opposition to the Marshall Plan and Wall Street bankers while attacking peacetime conscription and federal intervention. He backed states’ rights but stopped short of leaving the Democratic party, criticizing the education system for failing a large portion of citizens.
The passage recalls Governor Folsom courting regional college support and a favorite-son bid at the Democratic convention. It notes his stance for a more democratic party, opposition to federal overreach, and echoes of past political upheavals in Montgomery.
Thomas H. Maxwell of Tuscaloosa appears on the May 4 Democratic primary ballot for three roles. He runs as delegate to the Democratic convention from the Sixth District, as Presidential elector, and as U S Senator against Sparkman. He is already a member of the State Democratic Executive Committee.
The Americans for Democratic Action ADA held its first convention with Wilson Wyatt as leader. The platform opposes banning the Communist party and calls for abolishing the House Committee on Un-American Activities. The document labels the committee a threat to freedom of opinion.
The AP dispatch from Moscow, relayed by Trud, claims lend-lease arms to Russia were far poorer in quality than Soviet equipment. The piece contrasts wartime arms generosity with lingering criticism, and aside unfolds into a mosaic of quips and political asides about gratitude and public notices.
The column criticizes Secretary of State George Marshall for delaying action on the Palestinian issue. It cites past leaders Kellogg and Stimpson as models of proactive diplomacy and warns that Marshall’s cautious approach risks inflaming Arab sentiment. It also recounts wartime debates on arms aid and air power, noting Marshall’s opposition to early rifles and a large airplane program.
John Temple Craves argues if revolt is to count, the South must decide now what it wants and how to get it. A Southern Democratic Party dominating the region should ally with the national party while acting independently on Southern concerns, and support electors free of federal obligations to back the national nominee.
A collage of quotes from Bevin de Gaulle Marshall and others discusses global settlement, ideology, consumer standards, and economic recovery. It cites concerns about communism, American influence in Europe, and the limits of manpower in future wars, reflecting wartime era debates on policy and reconstruction.
Editors urge studying Georgia's poll tax repeal to judge happiness and conditions there. Baldwin Times notes lawyer candidates and political runs while Alabama School of Trades expands in Gadsden, with state plans for a regional system and increased trade education. The piece highlights industrial growth and educational reform shaping Alabama’s economy.
Wilkes Barre AP dispatch says coal operators eye setting mines ablaze on purpose to produce synthetic fuels. After years of fighting accidental fires, industry explores controlled fires as a potential and controversial profit source.
In Marianna special an Rev. H. C. Chance a Chipola Junior College student conducts religious services at Bethlehem Church near Headland Alabama. Harold Bell college president said the services will close February 28. Chance is one of eight ministerial students at Chipola who are filling pastorates or conducting services in nearby churches during their term.
In Kokomo Indiana a job is advertised for a person who can spell street names at intersections. Dozens of signs honoring pioneer names were found mispelled after being posted, and workers are needed to correct them.
In Sed Dakota the Black Hills area of the Herth Ast stam continent is claimed to be the old mountain region. The source presents a geographic claim about the area and its ancient geological status.
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