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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1947
Page
2
President Truman urged Congress to outlaw strikes arising from union disputes and promote labor management harmony while backing a balanced budget and a phased wartime tax continuation. He called for economy, postwar farm support, and cooperation across parties to avoid worsening racial tensions and to pursue national welfare.
General Dwight Eisenhower denied press reports of a 1948 presidential bid while vacationing in the Everglades. He stated he would not be a candidate for either party if the people wanted him, dismissing the rumor as unfounded and not a factor in his mind.
Forrestal pitches for the State Department job as Byrnes considers staying on. Morse, taft and others shape Senate committee chairmanships, with Morse linked to the “kingmakers” label. Eisenhower, Marshall, and Forrestal touted as top contenders, while Truman hopes Byrnes remains in office.
A garbled page item blends notes on Southern United States optimism titled In the Groove with a political excerpt on Taft and Lodge and a sharp note about a bookkeeping lapse. The Pan American Union faces a $40,000 overrun in its budget due to population based dues calculations, affecting United States contributions including territories and possessions.
The message praises the Presidents statesmanlike bearing while noting limited progress with a Republican Congress. Judgment awaits detailed bills implementing broad recommendations. Maintaining the status quo during a forced collaboration with Republicans would be seen as a notable achievement for Truman.
Colorado Democrat Senator Edwin C. Johnson argues for a constitutional amendment limiting Senators to two terms or 12 years in office to combat Potomac fever. He says prolonged Capitol tenure breeds detachment from constituents and regional viewpoints, a disease unique to the national capital with similar forms at state and local levels.
John Temple Graves argues for watchdogs within educational associations to curb pro communist or fascist teaching in colleges and high schools. He criticizes congressional interference while urging colleges, universities, and associations to police teachers themselves to protect democracy and youth.
In a 20th century reflection on fear and policy amid postwar tensions, a speaker cites past threats and the dangers of bomb use, urging vigilance toward foreign influences while recalling historic sanctions and the burden of alliance. Statements by John Richie Schultz, president of Allegheny College, frame the concern.
President Truman calls for collective security before broad disarmament can begin pointing to UN formation as essential. He warns the U.S. cannot disarm while others arm and cites historical failed efforts, noting atomic age risks and gradual steps toward arms reduction. Half of U.S. exports in 1946 were food and clothing.
A compact listing of radio shows by time slot across networks including News from the World, Amos and Andy, The O Neill drama, Fibber McGee and Molly, Lum and Abner, Rudy Vallee, and various musical acts from 6:00 to 5:30. The guide notes program titles, performers, and network affiliations where readable, reflecting a dense cross-network weekday schedule.
Funeral services were held at Pleasant Church for Miss Nat Etta Baggett, 70, who died at home in Mt. Pleasant following a two illness. She is survived by several relatives including W. L. Baggett and H. L. Baggett of Enterprise and Ottis Baggett of New Brockton. Interment was in the adjacent cemetery with Searcy Fine Home in charge.
Poultry expert Ivey notes three key roles in egg production shopping SF chicks and building brooder houses. Though not the most important jobs they pay dividends through careful management and timely execution in January poultry operations.
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