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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1951
Page
1
Rex Thomas Montgomery AP reports Alabama prepares to inaugurate Gordon Persons as 47th governor. National Guard units mobilize for defense as James Folsom leaves a turbulent administration. The inaugural at the Davis spot reflects wartime concerns with a modest ceremony.
United Press reports that the 3rd Division lost Hill 247 near Wonju, with enemy flanking from the southeast and UN troops withdrawing from the high point. Communist forces mass along routes toward Wonju and Seoul while UN artillery pounded positions through the night. heavy attack expected.
The United States Seventh Fleet will respond at sea if China attempts a Formosan invasion, Rear Adm. H. B. Jarrett said yesterday. He noted communists do not plan to launch their invasion fleet across the Formosan strait, while Rear Adm. Toomes Binford reported Washington expects a tense Formosa situation but remains confident. The Reds are massing small craft and ships in the area, and Chinese forces are assembling, according to both officials.
Senator George and Taft press President Truman to submit to Congress the decision to send more American troops to Europe and Asia. George insists on legislative approval for any overseas commitment, arguing public support and constitutional questions require congressional authorization. Taft warns action is a major national policy and should not wait.
A scrambled report notes Dothan leading Alabama in December business gains tied to Federal Reserve activity and bank debits, while projections reference Chinese and Formosa tensions. Beavers of Birmingham notes state banks show gains yet caution remains as economic indicators shift amid international unrest.
BON WHITEHEAD reports from New York that American troops and ten UN allies face a mass evacuation as Chinese and North Korean forces press the Korean peninsula toward the southeast corner. Military voices diverge over strategy with some fearing ruinous losses while others urge holding a beachhead to deter a broader Communist advance. The debate centers on whether to fight on a man power basis or pursue a strategic endurance plan backed by air, sea, and artillery power.
Gerald Glenn Wright son of Hiram D Wright of Boa fay route tro is listed as missing in Koras according to a Defense Department announcement. The terse notice offers few details on the disappearance and official status.
United Nations Main Political Committee approved a five point cease fire plan to end the Korean War. It calls for withdrawal of non Korean troops, a unified democratic state, a world power conference, and Peiping entry questions. China to receive the plan via UN secretary general office and direct cable dispatch.
MONTGOMERY AP A wealthy Montgomery insurance executive was chosen by Gov elect Gordon Persons to lead Alabama's State Department of Corrections and Institutions for the coming years. W Clyde Jennings 46 president of All States Life Insurance Company will head the agency. The incoming governor also named a new State Banking Board to take over Tuesday with other appointees. The board size will shift to seven members including the superintendent of banks. Persons said he will ask the board to recommend a new superintendent of banks and an appointment will be announced later. The banking board reorganizes within the State Commerce Department system and aims to coord inate state financial oversight. The selection comes with assurances the current prison chief will not relinquish his post without a transition plan.
A capital man plans a major tax increase proposal to Congress, aiming for broader revenue from individuals. Advisers say most new revenue would come from middle and low tax brackets, possibly lowering personal exemptions. World War II precedents could expand the tax rolls by millions, with arms costs adding to the total taxpayers.
Washington reports a sharp battle in the new Congress over imposing a national sales tax to cover defense costs. Leaders debate funding needs, with estimates suggesting bold revenue goals and warnings that tax plans must be carefully weighed against other options.
AP report notes Fr Cardinal Mar chet-elvewaian, 78, longtime dean, died yesterday at the College of Ca A arm chair after suffering a cerebral thromboss or brain blood clot. The obituary confirms his death and his role as dean within the church.
Rep. George Andrews of Alabama's Third District was named to the House Appropriations Committee with formal approval by House Democrats Friday afternoon. Rep. R. E. Bob Jones earned two committee seats on Public Works and the District of Columbia Committee, while other Alabama members drew assignments on Agriculture and Veterans Affairs among others.
The Eagle reports that mayoral and council member Tumes Chrower would vacate his offices if he accepts a state post appointed by the board. An attorney’s opinion asserts no person may hold two offices of profit simultaneously, with limited exceptions noted.
AP report outlines tensions at the state Democratic Executive Committee meeting with fights over dual offices and pay, including Thrower potential salary limits, and the contested ouster of Nationalist loyalists from the Third Congressional District. The piece notes debate on elective versus appointive posts, and the broader scramble over party leadership seats and ballot validity in several counties.
The 1951 solicitation of funds for polio care and research begins in Dothan with the March of Dimes booth on Main Street. J Robert Ramsey directs the drive with Clyde Levern as publicity chair. Dothan Service League members operate booths to accept donations. County chairmen abandon a fixed goal in favor of public contributions, noting polio care costs and Medicare-like patient needs.
A new Board of Revenue will assume duties in Houston tomorrow at 1:00 a.m. Four members enter office: Walt Cameron as sheriff, J. B. Dowling, and William A. Womack. The board will oversee local operations and initiate new governance.
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