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Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jan 11, 1949

Page

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Be Shop Law Discussed By City Commission

City commissioners considered a beauty shop regulation ordinance to control cosmetologists apprentices and students. The measure detailed provisions for individuals and firms, with debate over enforcement and licensing. The panel also addressed a 1913 rail contract and a land grant at Napier Field for farming, restricting building use.

A. Mullin, Jr Alyne Coast Line Bexan Pera 1 Chelly Nobama Power Company 1 Napler Field Floydsh J. M. White Schut Lse

Balmy Weather Delights New England Readers

The text humorously chronicles a mild winter across the Northeast with scattered lines about travelers and regions from New England to California. It mentions coats off, skating paused, and blossoms hinting at an early spring, reflecting a sunlit, breezy mood across states and days.

STOF FOR SCHOOL BUSES Squirt Gun Too Real, So He Goes To Jail

Circuit Judge D C Halstead ruled City of Dothan did not violate a court injunction over drainage near Morria Malone. The Malones sought 4000 in damages claiming property harm from West North street operations. The judge ordered Malone to pay costs of the hearing. In a separate item Winston-Salem police report a man faced long prison time for a realistic water pistol and squid gun incident involving James W Kelly.

D. C. Halstead Attarnion Dothan Morria Malone West North Street Nette L. Malone Morris Malone Halstead Malonee Powell North Street Cewt City of Dothan Powell Street Dothen Fowell Winston-Salem, N.C James W. Kelly Kate Qwynet Fred Hondrour Sala

Retail Leaders See Era of Lower Prices Ahead

New York AP report cites retailers and industry leaders at a national convention warning against a broad price drop but signaling a selective downward revision. They expect increased sales volume if prices, style, and value align with consumer budgets while noting caution over potential wage and spending pressures.

Bader Winget FEW York Files Narimyl Reini Ijera Om Fame

Snow In California and Dixie Basks In Sun

Snow blanketed Los Angeles and Pasadena as a broad cold spell hit the West while the Southeast baked in heat. A weather front brought ice and sleet from the Texas Panhandle to the Pacific Coast, delaying travel, closing schools, and threatening power lines. The Rocky Mountain region and Midwest endured sub zero temperatures, with California suffering wintry conditions amid drought and frost.

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Tragic Shopping Trip Ends in Four Drowned

Four members of the Farris family from Kenton Tennessee perished when their car veered off a guard rail into the Locatalchianie river near Brownsville Tennessee. George Farris Sr and his wife were found dead, while son George Farris Jr and his sister-in-law endured about 90 minutes atop the submerged vehicle before drowning. The incident occurred during a Memphis shopping trip and followed a highway crash into the river.

Brownsville Tenn Memphis Loucalatchie Rivers George Fatsis Kenton Tena George Farris, Jr X- Posseiaer Farris Qaid Te Tomiby

Takes First Plane Ride On On 95th Birthday

Coop er Frierson celebrated his ninety fifth birthday by taking his first airplane flight. The event marked a rare milestone for the Columbia Tennessee resident, who credits simple daily routines, steady work, and faith with his longevity.

Columbia Tenn Cooper Frierson

Low Pay Groups May Escape Hike In Income Taxes

Washington report notes law and middle-salary groups likely to avoid higher income taxes while President Truman’s spending program looms. Republicans urge economy amid deficit fears, and lawmakers wonder if budget rules will be suspended. No. 14 continued on Page FOR SCHOOL BUSES.

William Arbogast Washington Truman Congress Senate George Georgia Doughton Harth Carolina Cannon House Appropriations Committee Newsmen

Ozark Advances Public Hospital Plan With Architect Chosen

Ozark moves forward on building a public hospital under the Hill Burton act with H. Halman Jr as architect and Moody Moore as hospital consultant. Project involving 100000 local funds and 25000 city support. state and federal shares to make up rest. Site acres donated near the ball park. soil test and site survey underway. construction hoped soon.

Dale County Hospitals Association H. &. Halman, Jr Ozark Moody Moore Little Rock Arky Hospital Alabama Ball Park Charles O11 Stokes Tom C. Godwin James H. Melly Sam J. Carroll J. Henry Morris Mike Gassett Jesce B. Adams J. Mu Woods Story

Israel Signals New Blast At Britain Amid Palestine Tensions

Israel warned of a possible formal protest to the United Nations Security Council against Britain over Transjordan moves and UK actions near the Egypt Palestine border. Aubrey Eban said British maneuvers risk undermining armistice talks, as Washington and the UN urge restraint and return to negotiations.

Lake Success Israel Britain Washington United Nations Palestine Security Council Aubrey Ebat Adan New York Tel Aviv Eban State Department Tryeve Lie Baryt Aaid Boiain Corneil Showin Egyptain-Palestine

Adams Named Chief Justice of Florida

Tallahassee reports Adams named chief justice of the Florida Supreme Court, succeeding Blora Thomas. The 48 year old jurist was chosen by fellow justices under the rotation plan based on seniority of service. Adams joined the court by appointment on May 25, 1980, after the constitutional amendment creating the seventh seat on the bench. He hails from Pensacola and moved to Fort Pierce before rising through the court.

Tallahassee Allo Adams Florida Supreme Court Blora ‘Thomas Duce Adawe Supreme Court Walton Aver Cours Adams Pensacola Bers Pieres Ines Ct

Talmadge Urges New Georgia Voter List

Gov. H. N. Talmadge urged the 1949 Legislature to redraw Georgia voter rolls and set stricter qualifications not tied to literacy but to citizenship duties. He spoke to a packed joint session outlining administration aims, including state services budget over 347 million and civil rights opposition, with four proposed actions for the legislature.

Jack Harvey Atlanta Htl Man Talmadge Georgia Talmadge

White Man's Trial In Georgia Slaying Nears Completion

Testimony in the trial of Howell and Wests ana Howell, both 24, wrapped up after noon as prosecution and defense rested. Amy Mallard, widow of the slain Negro, identified Howell as part of a mob that abducted the Mallards on a Toombs County road. defense witnesses challenged her account and Howell's character.

Georgia Tion Wests Ana Howell Amy Mallard Negra Howell Mallards Toombs County Road Thomas Banks Howell Lime Fiowell Sara Amy Howells Jan Ams J. Usher

King Opens Parliament With Brief 149 Word Speech

King Gustav V of Sweden opened Parliament with a concise address believed to total 149 words. Officials reported the speech touched on governance and national concerns while avoiding lengthy elaboration.

Sweden Earold Gustav IV

Forrestal Plans To Keep His Job As Defense Secretary

Washington AP James V Forrestal says after a talk with President Truman he expects to stay on as Secretary of Defense and will submit a resignation only as routine. He urged continuation in his cabinet post and discussed security act changes with the President. He noted he would file a resignation in advance of Truman's inauguration, but expects to remain in post.

Washington James V. Forrestal Truman Forrestal White House Soan Uestons Ait Forse Bcrool

Budget request for Columbia and Woodruff dams in Truman plan

Washington report notes President Truman's budget includes 2 000 000 for planning on the Columbia Dam and 2 500 000 for Woodruff Dam. Rep Bee Mere VieNC of the power appropriations committee says the funding is understandable, with observers noting the dams are already under way and may proceed at any time.

Columbia Dam Woodratt St. Charlatescher George Andrews Washington Bee Mere Vienc Power’ Tal Appropriations Committee Weir Woodpot Ely Onderseay Columbia Sei

Unclear North City Sees Red Victory Rumors

Reports from multiple sources claim a northern industrial center has fallen to Red forces amid heavy fighting near the central front. Chinese government officials flee toward Formosa as thousands move to emergency ministries. Chiang Kai-shek rumored to seek inland refuge while central government efforts focus on preventing wholesale official flight.

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Senate To Act Soon On Truman Pay Hike

Washington AP report notes President Truman urged speed in raising top officials' pay as the Senate civil service committee held a closed meeting to consider a measure boosting president and other top officials. Republicans at a policy conference opposed rushing the President and Vice President salary hike despite broader bills increasing pay. The plan would raise the President's pay from 37,590 to 100,000 and grant a $50,000 tax exempt allowance.

Washington U Senate Senate Civil Service Committee Aleg Truman McKellar D-Tean Senate Tathin

Brake On Air Force Expansion Sparks Congressional Clash

In Washington the request to expand the Air Force now faces a partisan row as both parties back President Truman's expansion plan. Senate and House leaders vow close scrutiny of weapons programs and budgets, with Vinson and other members signaling a tough vote ahead.

Air Force Washington Brumans Truman Union Vinson Frere She Mowe Services Seers Secon Senate Esas

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