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Newspaper

Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 01, 1947

Page

2

Marshall Denounces Imperialism Charges at Press Club

Secretary of State Marshall denounces claims of American imperialist arms as malicious distortion. He states U S aid must be effectively used and not diverted to selfish interests. Four conditions outlined include economic rehabilitation and preserving world peace, with no direct reference to the Soviet Union.

Washington Marshall United States Women's National Press Club Ruth Cowan The Associated Press Organization Soviet Union Narhhe Paris Molotov

Black Maquis Plot Ties To Brittany Rumors Stir French Politics

Report details a note at the Associated Press office inviting a noon meeting at the Triomphe, with a mysterious figure seizing the note. Interior Minister Depreux vows a six month investigation into the “Black Maquis” plot centered in Brittany. Jail terms loom for alleged leaders while some suspects claim ties to anti-Communist activity rather than a government overthrow.

Normandy France Assoiated Jean the Triomphe Thi Paris Vichy Charles de Gaulle Rally of the French People RPF Interior Ministry Brittany Imeymnbership Edouard Depreux Jean - Georges Lostauneau - Lacau Aq O Esme Henri de Vulpian Conmuminisna

Weekend shotgun slaying sparks jail break in Atlanta

State troopers slipped 28 year old Andrew Boyd from a jail in the early morning hours and transported him to Atlanta. Inside the jail a mob of around 1000 men and about 200 spectators gathered. Authorities prepared to fire tear gas but did not want to kill anyone.

Andrew Boyd Brown Atlanta King Jiol Chad

Alabama Legislature Faces Broad Reform and Spending Debate

Lawmakers advance recommendations to raise the minimum driver age to 16 and tighten traffic rules while pursuing other changes in Alabama’s election and support systems. Senate leaders push local bills fast, funding a Chilton County sub-agricultural station with 35,000 dollars upfront and a 12,500 dollar annual allotment, and licensing requirements for selling poles and logs. Governor Fuhrman opposes restrictive labor bills, as revenue plans and education funding loom, with hearings slated for Wednesday at the capitol.

Reps Coburn W. L. Martin Greene Alabama Legislative Counei Alabama Senate W. A. Guilledge Chilton County Guiledge Ite State Conservation Department House Al.patterson Roswell Bruce Hermderson Wilcox Health Department Ways and Mineral Committee James E Fu Wom Congress Trilium Folsom House Business and Committee

Missing child case spurs multi county search in California

Authorities from three counties and sheriff's deputies pursue a ransom plot linked to Tolan as hundreds aid the hunt in a remote Northeastern California area. FRDL agents join from San Francisco while dogs track near the town of Susanville where a kidnapping and subsequent death are linked to the investigation. The victim, a young girl, vanished wearing overalls with no clear leads and the case shocks the community.

Tolan Ferday Northeaster California Susanville Persis Divn San Francisco Apentim Eharste Oo Francisco Enphne Asoyet Symave Ton Bsb Echo Poe

Encampment plans and county participation noted

Number 15 ranged for girls who will study handicraft and first aid instruction. Abana Extension Service supplied tents cots and blankets with club members asked to bring clothing and other necessities. Houston County club members will pool food from the Garin and have it prepared by traders. The county agent expects 150 to 200 club members from Houston County to attend the encampment.

Abana Extension Service Ling Houston County Club D Couhs Clu Houston County

Real Estate Lobbyfield Calls for Sweep Investigation

Senator Sparkman urged a broad probe into lobbying, challenging the real estate lobby. Nelson of the National Association of Realtors defended the group as legitimate, while Republicans questioned army budget claims by Eisenhower and debated funding for Voice of America and other programs.

Herbert A. Nelsouw Natonal Association of Real Estate Boards Congress Nelson Sparkman D-Ala Jtng GOP

Tots Confess to Theft After Police Take Custody

Number 19 door and $18.95 in cash plus bus token taken. Cruiser Tater caught youths in a front yard as they allegedly admitted two other entries netting $3 in cash. Parents gained custody pending arraignment today.

Livestock Market Report From Montgomery Union Stock Yards

Livestock receipts estimated at 500 cattle and 200 calves with opening trade mostly steady. Hogs show active, strong demand across weights with midrange barrows and gilts 23.00 to 25.73 per hundredweight and sows 17.00 to 18.50. Montgomery Union Stock Yards to be closed July 4.

Montgomery Mkt Staggs Montygomnery Union Stock Yards

City commission meeting notes resignation and service benefits

The meeting noted the resignation of J E Draughon as Chief effective immediately with acting duties by Asst Chief Eddie Kelley. Commissioners approved Freon water supply to Napier Field aquatic pool run jointly by American Legion posts and veteran groups. John D Asren issued a proclamation designating July 1947 National Service Life Insurance Conservation Month to urge World War III veterans to explore available benefits.

J. E. Draughon Coe Draughon Eddie Kelley Napier Field Americas U.nion Veterans of Foreign Wars Disabled Veterans of America Commission John D. Asren National Service Life Insurance Dothan Naiional Service Life Insurance

Emminent Worker Aims For Assistant Secretary Post

Number 7 eminent worker wags Marshall's fayal selection for a top job as assistant secretary for administration. No immediate changes expected. Assistant Secretary William Fenton, famed for Voice of America, likely to be replaced. Economic section led by Undersecretary William L. Clayton and Assistant Secretary Walid Long Thorp expected to remain unchanged.

Wags Marshall William Fenton Voice of America” Fame Econonic Section William L. Clayton Assstant Walid Long Thorp Cofftee

Flood damage floods St Louis metro area and river districts

Flood damage to metropolitan St Louis was largely confined to warehouse and industrial districts along the waterfront. The District Engineers’ office estimated flood losses at 8 741 000 between Missouri and Indiana. Upstream devastation persisted while Memphis reported ongoing riverfront cuttings and levee failures in the lower valley.

St Lewis St. Lows Gillinake Loris Case Memphis Tenn

MindChanging Romance Sparks International Tangle

In Chicago a British consulate and police face a potential international stir as Peter Vasquez 26 hopes Rossana Peters who wavered about marrying him will stay firm. She had refused at the ceremony then reconsidered. the couple were urged to pause three days. Vasquez remains resolute amid diplomatic doubts.

Chicago Peter Vasquez Rossana Peters America London Peter Rossana Vasquez

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