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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1950
Page
4
An OCR fragment shows a religious quotation referencing Job 23:3 and a claim that God is everywhere. It mentions training mankind, a mighty family and “Hipwell our Father,” with unclear author attributions. The piece resembles a devotional or marginal note.
In Bothan's City government a suggestion urges electing two unopposed candidates to avoid bickering. The stance argues keeping good men in office and stopping resignations, amid atypical conditions for a wide open race.
A contested call from Alabama figures to reform 1950 primary eligibility, targeting public opposition to the Democratic ticket. Chairman McCorvey argues the plan excludes only certain outspoken foes, not loyalists, amid party divisions and lingering state versus national loyalties during campaign season.
A letter row questions barring voters and candidates who opposed the Dixiecrat ticket from Democratic primaries. The writer argues Republicans and ex Democrats who switched to the Dixiecrats should be barred, while noting voters may decide in 1950 if loyalty hurts or helps. The piece cites the 143 walk-out at Philadelphia and warns against aiding the Folsom faction.
The Times Journal lauds Selma for a crime free year with no homicides or major charges, crediting public opinion and law enforcement cooperation. It notes Selma’s civility and respectful rights culture, while avoiding comparisons to nearby Dothan.
A fragment discusses superstition around Friday the 13th. It notes people worry on unlucky dates and comments that some see it as a reminder rather than a warning, reflecting casual public sentiment. The text blends casual speculation with light skepticism about superstition.
A New Orleans boy escaped serious harm when a bullet lodged in his jacket after a street altercation. The slug, a .32 caliber, was removed by a bystander, and witnesses note a saved five foot margin could have been fatal. The piece ponders how tiny delays shape survival in daily life.
Probate Judge W. W. Hill alters a wedding ceremony by removing the word abey and replacing it with a phrase about health and honesty. He argues that starting a marriage with a falsehood is unnecessary and seeks to avoid making couples feel bound by outdated language.
A message to Houston County citizens from Sesame Study Club of Dothan explains the annual Tubercular Christmas Seal Sale. Proceeds, totaling about 1900 dollars, support the Houston County Association’s tuberculosis prevention and care efforts after a year with seventy six cases.
Readers letters reveal support for a Christmas Seal sale aided by The Deshan Eagle and Mrs Wm Evniott radio programs. Officials managed thousands of letters during the rush with assistance from Mrac W Bell treasurer. Mrs Ray Hayes, chairman, extends thanks to all cooperators for making the sale a success.
John Temple Graves argues that humans are higher animals with culture and soul, critiquing John O'Hara's portrayal of sex and pornography. He contrasts American and Soviet views on morality, warns against de education, and urges readers to preserve family ties and social order in a modern, gadgeted metropolis.
Westbrook Pegler critiques memoirs by Roosevelt era figures as unreliable source material. He disputes Navy doctor Ross J. McIntire’s claim that Roosevelt was an athlete at Harvard, citing Harvard Athletic Association records denying varsity crew or football participation. Pegler questions motives and bias in McIntire and other biographers, urging preservation of accurate historical records.
A city survey by the Ministerial Association of Dothan reports 01 percent of public school children attend Sunday School overall with 23 percent in the lowest grade levels and rising to 98 percent in high school. Rev C H Hildreth calls Dothan church minded with strong youth programs.
The article details fundraising shifts after Dewey’s presidential withdrawal, noting improved December receipts for the GOP and plans to mobilize donors, plus reorganized leadership, activist strategies, and upcoming dinners. It cites national chairs Gabrielson Boyle and a controversial civics stunt targeting juvenile voters amid political tension.
A fragmentary note recalls a 25 year old line about hesitating crossing oncoming traffic and a grim incident. W Johnson, county superintendent of education, spoke to the Rotary Club on Houston County schools and education.
Senator Join Mathews of Jacksonville defended the state highway system's secondary road program against Rep. Brailey Odham's charge of power grabbing. Mathews called Odham's view mislead ing and said county roads cannot be built without county commissioners' designation and requests, marking a shift toward local self government in Florida roads policy.
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