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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1949
Page
2
A public opinion piece questions making election day a holiday across national, state, and local levels. It argues holidays may boost leisure activities and reduce turnout while noting potential for more sports events and entertainment to rival voting. The author remains open to being convinced.
The Congressional Record misreports Alabama's 11 electoral votes during the counting. Rep Percy Priest demands correction to show Thurmond of South Carolina as recipient, while Senator Green cites confusion over state attribution. The episode prompts jokes about a Gallup reading the Record.
An editorial argues Americans neglect their voting rights, noting low turnout in recent presidential elections from 1940 through 1945. It highlights Senator Magnuson of Washington who proposes making election day a nationwide holiday to boost participation, by removing work barriers and encouraging ballots.
Major General James S. Saliba says Alabama will cover expenses for the state’s inauguration participation through public subscriptions. Estimated total around 20000 dollars. Subscriptions would cover National Guard flight costs, Highway Patrol escort, governor’s parties, hotel bills, special trains for about 300 Alabama attendees, and related incidentals.
Baker Oregon town council enacted an ordinance making parents legally answerable for their children's misbehavior. Convictions carry up to 100 days in jail or a $200 fine. Police report a 90 percent drop in juvenile delinquency since the law took effect.
The Eagle urges support for the March of Dimes to combat infantile paralysis, with funds aiding recovery, research, and aid to children. It notes the campaign’s broad impact from the Wiregrass to the nation and appeals for dimes to dollars as a purchase of health and protection for others.
George E Sokolski analyzes 1948 immigrant figures and the policy debate. He notes 170 570 entrants, Canada leading by country, and a shift toward women children and the elderly while many entrants lack occupations. He discusses displacement, political influence, quotas, and the need to define desired skill mix amid population growth and assimilation challenges.
Washington analyst Peter Edson argues wartime steel expansion boosted private industry. Government built 150 facilities, later sold to private operators at deep discounts after the war. By contrast private investment matched or exceeded initial public funding, lifting steel capacity by about 37 percent to 95.5 million tons.
This afternoon column discusses Mississippi river elevation and earth rotation, then shifts to Georgia lynching cases and race issues. It quotes opinions on justice, democracy, and social responsibility, referencing Governor William H Hastie and local commentary on voting ignorance. The piece also notes a new pine tree planting machine in Mississippi.
Statements from William L. Batt of SKF Industries and Rita Hayworth with Prince Aly Khan reflect on national aid to democracies and personal life versus career. The remarks touch on peace, prosperity, and international aid, with Hedging about private life interference.
The War Assets Administration completed disposal of surplus private steel plants built for wartime production. Sealed bids open January 21 for the Copperweld plants at Warren Ohio, cost about 91.1 million new. Overall 27 plants leased to private industry, original cost 159 million, now all in operation and supporting jobs.
Governor James E. Folsom says he will seek funds for a long range road program in Alabama and will hold hearings next March before deciding bond size and whether a popular vote is required. Analysts expect resistance in the Legislature to any extra spending under the current administration.
A rural REA service improves life for campers at McIntosh Bluff with electric range and no kerosene needs. A secretary treasurer laments a long firm name on checks and crude dawn noise from a neighbor while praising Maggie Deas fish pond and a day spent trying to catch fish with weeds and ducks.
The piece argues for reconsidering the Taft-Hartley act before discarding its gains. It cites Industria Analysis Department data showing strikes and worker stoppages fell 40 to 50 percent in the first 14 months after the act’s effect, with monthly work stoppages down from 624 to 304 and workers involved dropping from 452,500 to 252,064.
A 25 year old report states Jack E Reed of Dothan was killed yesterday at Montezuma Ga as he attempted to climb a fence and his shotgun discharged. The funeral was held in Montezuma today. Kiwanis Club marks General Lee birthday with program notes Otto Brown will speak on horticulture during a regional rally tomorrow afternoon. Joe Hollander defeats Herman in a handicap ling match at the opera house last night. Foy Walden reports stronger car sales with a record spring for his dealership. Vienna coffee roots trace back to 1683 when beans were brought from Poland and brewed in a cafe setting.
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