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Newspaper

Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 1949

Page

7

Brisk Start: 64 Building Permits In Dothan This Month

Dothan city reports 64 building permits issued in early January, with 22 for residences and the rest for repairs and additions. Permits list includes Paul Dickerson at 204 Jeff Street for 6000 dollars, Saliba Construction at 830 Dusy for 12000 and 828 Dusy for 10000, and J. L. Wadlington at 1953 and 1355 South St Andrews for 6000 each, among others.

Dothan Paul Dickerson Jeff Street Christina M. McClintock Commonwealth Court Willie J. Curry Lake J. C. Riley Poyner W. ©. Mendheim Third Avenue J. H. Alford East Troy C. Reeder Brown Street J. T Ballrcom Cottonwood Road W. B. Jefferies North Foster J. T. Quattiebaum South St. Andrews J. L. Harris Roofing Company Saliba Construction Company Dusy Co. T. Hayes Lake Street Ernest M. Dean Gerald McKnight Singletary-Carmichael’s South Foster Roy Parsons J. C. Wadlington Parker Brown Construction Company Borden's North St. Andrews J. A. Stephens Fourth Avenue C. P. Gentle Vassar C. F. Waites Nathaniel Newsome H. F. Harris Irwin Cc. C. Powell South Lena H. W. Tramam J. L. Dean Pet Us Co. C. Powell E. T. Ingram East North Mary Powell North Cherry J. C. Knight North Oates E. J. Williams Dallas A. Yon

Truman frames anti communism in world crisis

AP analysis notes Truman denounces communism as a false philosophy and calls for expanded foreign aid and a Western security pact. It warns democracies to purge subversive elements at home, emphasizing unity against Bolshevik aggression and the need for lawful action to prevent subversion.

France Italy Washington Truman United States America Europe U. S

Local Garage and Yard Work Estimates

Yard and shop quotes list Crawford and Oates shed for used cars at 1500 dollars. Phil B. Shuey at 802 West Woodland offers garage work for 300 dollars. Robbie B. West at 412 South Alice sells additions for 100 dollars. J P Culver provides porch repairs at 407 North Oates for 10 dollars. Clyde Segrest lists warehouse additions at 802 Edgewood for 500 dollars.

Crawford and Oates Phil B. Shuey West Woodland Robbie B. West South Alice J.P. Culver North Oates Clyde Segrest Edgewood

Tallulah Bankhead Arrives Breathless at Inauguration

Actress Tallulah Bankhead arrived at President Truman's inauguration crowding the viewing area and was helped to her seat by police after explaining the crowd blocked her path. She shook hands with Truman on arrival. Bankhead was the daughter of the late Speaker William Bankhead and niece of the late Senator.

Washington Tallulah Bankhead President Truman Mr. Truman Miss Bankhead William Bankhead

Highway Patrol cars criticized for excessive washing

Alabama audit covering Oct 1 1946 to Sept 30 1947 found Chief Examiner Ralph Eagerton condemning frequent soap and water washes on patrol cars. He noted cars were serviced every two to three days, with minimal washing only when necessary, while Bates cited patrolmen as deciding servicing needs.

Eagerton Bankhead Bates Public Safety Jake Mitchell Public Safety Department

Jim Folsom tops Truman parade in top hat

Washington AP report says James E. Folsom rode with Mrs. Folsom along the inaugural parade route on Pennsylvania Avenue. He waved constantly, kissed his wife from the carriage, and praised democracy. He said the crowd showed 310 percent support, noting Alabama bands added color to the procession.

Washington James*e. Folsom Pennsylvania Avenue Pesident Truman Jim Folsom Alabama Alabama Polytechnic Institute At Auburn University of Alabama

Line of march with Governor and Mrs Folsom at national gallery reception

Governor and Mrs Folsom attended a reception for President and Mrs Truman at the National Gallery of Art in the afternoon and stayed over for the inaugural ball last night. They remained to attend a reception given by Senator McGrath, chairman of the Democratic National Committee.

Folsom Truman National Gallery, of .Art Senator McGrath Wmocratic National

Four Hour Blaze Destroys Orton Hotel in Wilmington

A four hour general alarm fire swept the Orton Hotel in Wilmington destroying the five story brick building with its 100 rooms. The blaze began in a nearby women’s shoe store and spread to six adjoining structures causing about 1 million dollars in losses. No injuries among guests. two firemen treated for smoke inhalation. Hotel owner A Abrams valued the building at 200000 dollars. adjacent property damage estimated between 700000 and 800000 dollars.

Wilmington Nwc Orton Hotel Atlantic Seaboard A. Abrams Abrams

Belmont County judge re sworn by daughter in ceremony

Sally Sue Witten sworn in Belmont County Common Pleas for a third term as her father Bernard G. Witten takes the bench. The ceremony showcased family ties and continued judicial service in Bellaire Ohio.

Bellaire Sally Sue Witten Bernard ‘G. Witten Belmont County Common Pleas

Cows Clash Ends With Man Getting Three Stitches

Keller Texas report says 44 year old Davis Caudell and his cow Bossie collided while feeding. Bossie headbutted, Caudell sustained a head injury requiring three stitches.

Keller Tex Davis Caudell Bossie Caudell

Chief Surgeon and Medical Director at Frey Hospital

Chief Surgeon and Medical Director of Victory Center Frey Hospital in Enterprise Alabama leads surgical services and oversees patient safety and clinical operations at the regional medical center.

Victory Center Field Hospital Enterprise Alab OL Waln John Andrew Hospital Tusk Institute Alabama Victory Center Frey Hospital

Local license revocation hits motorcycle riders

An obscure traffic filing notes a rider group facing licensing scrutiny. Officials warn riders may lose licenses if compliance standards aren’t met. No further details available in the fragment.

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