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Newspaper

Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 03, 1949

Page

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Cross Sections Of Life In The Wiregrass

A scrambled article fragment references campus honors and military service. It mentions Deans List member Charles Kalwain Skee of Do than, University at Arizona student. William A. Campbell, a marine guard. and Mns Marketa Fhe Vy Tebil among others. It cites Troy State Teachers, SUNY Brert Henderson, and Fort Wayne era details, with military service in World War II.

Charles Kalwain Skee Do Than Arizoiia Derson AOA Suny Brert J. Henrlerson VSM Marketa Alviania Platte

Officials Announce Perlman Store Sale to Moore and Sons

Fragmented notices report Perlman’s store in Dothwa being sold by Friedlander Company to Moore and Sons with plans to remodel and clear inventory. Officials say arrangements are in progress, with noon closing and temporary clearance before full transition to Moore and Sons and expansion across North and South regions.

Perlman’s Moore and Sons Dothwa Friedlander Company Wadesheve Carelina ‘Poration Wayco Week Lew WB. Moor Cierny Othielaks Maro Arranae Tynants Biterne Tage Deville Miewchendive Ane Uthees Wadesford Derarmenk Sins North Garohua Georsia Atk Kerrigtoliant Wehevia Nestle

Fragmentary Ward Roll Call and Clerk Listings

A damaged OCR page fragment shows numerous names, roles, and positions in a ward and clerk roster. The legible items include mentions of ward positions, clerks, and associated notes, but most names and details are incomplete or uncertain.

Onsite Safety Rules and Enforcement Details

A fragmented report discusses site safety requirements and enforcement actions. It notes that men are on site and outlines procedures for arrests, fines, and penalties related to violations. The piece mentions specific figures on accidents and arrests, highlighting regulatory expectations and potential penalties for noncompliance.

No clear event headline available from fragmented text

Fragmented report discusses political mobilization and calls for voter registration. Mentions CIO, political action committee, and elections aiming to mobilize Democratic and Republican efforts for November 1950 and 1958 campaigns. Contains unclear references and garbled names.

Berlin Airlift Reaches Millionth Ton of Supplies

Berlin airlift surpasses one million tons as Western Allied sorties continue. A four engined C-54 piloted by Lt. Gifford Korbon of MIL net North Dakota, and crew including Naval Ensign Richard Chase of Des Moines Iowa, and Tech Sgt William H. McMillen of Fatnaut Ohio, mark the milestone on a mission delivering coal to Berlin.

Berlin Gifford ©. Korbon Milnet, N. D Cox Naval Envign Richard Chase Des Moines Iowa Tech William H. McMillen Fatruetat Ohio

Lealess Girl Sends Comfort After Lake Accident

Imogene Wittsche, 33, lies in a Reno hospital after a speedboat crash on Lake Cahee left her with no feet. Norma Carothers, a year older, travels from Los Angeles to visit and reassure her about future swimming and baseball, supported by her mother Mrs. J. W. Cardthers.

Reno Kansas Galfortia Imogen Wittsche Norma Carothers Imogene Los Ans Giles Reno Hospital Lake Cahee Norma J. W. Card Los Angeles Mogma Hey Mater Topeka Kans Dam Bhd Rene Trogene Fred Wittsche Wittsche

Communist Finishes Contempt Sentence

New York based communist Toby Cates was released early from a contempt sentence after serving time in a federal case tied to 11 top communists. He expressed mixed feelings, saying the hour of release mattered more than anger at the sentence.

New York Upy Toby Cates Dito Daly Yyrions Saluriag Yane Tence Wollen Gates U.S Delonton United States Circuit Court of Appeala

Scout to be honored at unique council ceremony

At tonight's ceremony, scouting emphasis plus a God and Country award for Theo, who has logged 1000 church service hours. McRight notes the honor marks a historic day in his scouting career as Theo awaits final review before award. Theo, a junior assistant Scoutmaster with Perry McNeil, began as a cub in Lexington and later joined Dothan High School where he played in the All-State band.

King Mes Saliba Salba Theo McRight McRighy Nastion Council

Bridge bill sparks extended debate in Senate

Lawmakers spar over a 13th amendment funding plan for 185 to 186 bridges. Critics demand federal matching funds before any project. Hardwick leads a long debate as multiple senators speak in turn, while the House advances a major liquor levy proposal to fund hospitals and health centers, amid shifts toward highway and local street control.

Hardwick State Bridge Commission Heala Houston Economy Bloc Broughton Lamborih Tallapoosa Hinko Howle Calhoun C. B. Harvey Blount Rankin Fite Marlon Joe Leagan Mobile Senate House George Wallace Barbour Telter

Unrest in Slovakia Hints at Pilgrimage Holiday Strikes

Reports cite rising unrest during Slovakia pilgrimages as diplomats warn against exaggeration. Authorities restrict travel, citing tensions with the Czechoslovak government while honoring Saints Cyril and Methodius and related religious commemorations. Local police confront noted church figure in Stoyatin as foreign ministers discuss travel controls.

Upbsing Thay Che Inc Slovakia Deinis Stanges Dovlored Msgr Gennaro Verolina Charac Stoyatin Foreign Ministry Mager Veroing Siowyakia Guechostovykia Cyril and Methedsis Swit Prokop Don Hyas Cyril and Mothadivey Prokop Sazava Bohenta Tuesaay

Lawmakers clash over bridge bill amid budget doubts

Senate backs a bridge measure while House critics fear it lacks support. Rep Maione vows to vote against it if it reaches the House. Sen Hardwick argues for concessions to benefit County projects and cites an Eagle editorial criticizing the $17.2 million funding plan.

Wome House W. D. Maione Chattahoochee Bridge Hardwick Eagle Int

Treasury receipts decline tied to withholding taxes debate

The article notes treasury revenue drops linked to withholding tax receipts and unemployment, arguing the fall was not due to a rich man's tax cut as claimed by President Truman. It cites that other categories did not fall as much, challenging the charge about the tax bill.

Treasury Fatt Peich Truman

Thousands Headed to Gulf for Big Fourth Festivities

Thousands of beachgoers race to Alabama Gulf coast for a record Fourth of July. Alabama Legionnaires converge on Mobile for the annual convention. Gov. Folsom to dedicate Gulf Beach highway from Alabama Point to Fort Morgan. Navy ships to mobilize for the holiday. parade set with Army and Panhandle bands.

Mobile Alabama Gulf Beaches Alabama Legionnaires Mobilé Lamer EF. Folsom Gulf Beach Gulf State Alabama Point Fort Morgan Gulf Coast Fairhoffe Ala Mobile Bay Git State Park Moutie Fairhope Shay Navy Army Grouid Pansacola Pia Naval Air Station Infantes Fort Benning

Black man hurt in grocery store dispute turns to court

Police say Raymond Lyon was charged with incident and battery after a confrontation over a debt led to gunfire in a grocery area. Foster Wright and Talmadge Williams allege Lynn pulled a 22 caliber weapon, causing a bullet wound to Lynn’s shoulder and minor injuries to Wright and Williams during the struggle.

de Deee Hac Raymond Lyon Houder Lynn Foster Wrisht Poyner Talmadge Williams Lynnn Wright Midus Williams Weiall Wietasale

County actions raise salaries for officials and staff

The legislature approved salary bumps for four Houston County Board of Revenue members and clerks, with ranges from 59 to 100 dollars monthly, plus a higher pay for the county superintendent of education from 2,490 to 1,000 a week to 3.00 to 5.00, effective with new terms. The board later set the superintendent’s salary at 5,000, and raises were approved for clerks in the office of the register and other county offices. no complaints were received about salary raises.

Malone Houston County Board of Revenue Othey Board of Revenue Iozisintars Soloman Baxter Inc Cummbent County Board of Will Weoister

City and County Officials End Collector Salary Over Disputes

May agreements fix collectors on straight salaries after years of overpayment. Granger and predecessors drew five percent of allowances. gasoline sales split between county and municipal districts. Senator Herdwick and Rep Malone supported ending the salary, while Calhoun and Judge Logue debated Granger's full-time status.

Whey County Wessdry Granger Guy Herdwick Wallace D. Malone W. Perry Calhown Calhoun Judge Logue

Detective Suspended For Coddling Noel Swindler Engel Case

Chicago police chief suspended Detective Peter Hacht over alleged coddling of master swindler Sigmund Engel after his arrest. Engel, who appeared at the station with a mattress, was said to have exploited jail hardships. The action cited irregularities including disobedience of two-officer arrest policy and improper procedures.

Chicago John Prendergast Swindler Sigmund Engel Priso Prendergast Peter Hacht Actioa Engel Harb Engel Siindler Alepee

Polio Foundation aids Houston County victims drive

A Houston County polio relief report notes the county foundation will cover expenses for victims and families. Clyde Lovern chairs the chapter which annually allocates 2 000 to 3 000 dollars to local children crippled by polio and sends funds to national agencies. The drive highlights broader aims of the March of Dimes and Warm Springs aid, with totals around 21 600 000 last year and 26 000 000 this year, while stressing a calm, hopeful approach to recovery.

Houston County Belway Mealy ‘Hospital Frank Dunham E.ts Allhough Albani Wistelanvels Founda- von Wes Novar Ephernig Pokio California North Carolina National Foundation Dimes Houston Coty Warn Springs Foundation Ron Farorly Towxtoy Chagrat Giaunosel Cain

Denver Alarm Sparks Pin Mystery In Early Report

Grace Colson phoned police believing M-montivald dasa Jacke Ann swallowed a pin. Clues pointed to tragedy as a pin vanished and later doctors found it not in the patient. The report references Pike's Peak discovery in 1805 by Zebulon M. Pike and first ascent in 1819 by Major HH Long.

Denver Grace Colson Jevrin Ann Pike's Peak Zebulon M. Pike Stievessturdy HH. Long

Deaths in Wiregrass and Birmingham Families

Funeral services were held for a infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roland Thomas of 2043 St. Andrews Street Rothay at City Cemetery with Dr Monty A Parker officiating. Survived by parents, grandparents Mr and Mrs M W Thomas Lin fen Ala and Mrs Eva Thompson Dothan. Also Mrs G W Fowler of Birmingham age 67 died. She had lived in Dothan seven months and was a member of Trinity Methodist Church Birmingham. Funeral services set for 10 am today at First Presbyterian Church with burial in Birmingham cemetery. Survivors include two sons Forest and GW Fowler of Birmingham. brothers L B Dunstan of Satford Ala and L Mt Jonson of Birmingham. sister Mrs O D Warrant of Bib Hany and other grandchildren. Active pallbearers named.

G. W. Fowler Birmingham Mas. C. G. Sait Dothan Trinity Methodist Chittel Forest GW. Fowler Dunstan Satford Alay Lo Mt Joock Charles Richmond Mevitnuck Downon Guy Havilwick Hinleys

Professional Woman Addresses Citizen Apathy in Women’s Roles

Miss India Edwards executive director of the Women’s Division of the Democratic National Committee urged women to push past apathy and pursue higher qualifications. Speaking to the Nassau Federation of Business and Professional Women, she warned that national health suffers when women neglect their public duties and maternal roles alike.

Jacksonville India Edwards Democratic National Commitan Misa Edwards Nay Lona Federation of Business and Pratensiont Wamen'a Edwards

Roanoke Youth Scott Guilty of Murder in Courtroom Verdict

Lee Goods Scott, 16, a Roanoke high school wrestler and Eagle Scout, was found guilty of first degree murder for bludgeoning Dana Motver to death. The verdict followed two hours of jury deliberation as family members watched. sentencing to be decided later. The trial revealed tensions and a reported quarrel cited by witnesses amidst emotional courtroom moments.

William A. Shires Roanoke Lee Goods Scott Dana Fmmons Seul N. Garrett Scott Hee Son Nott Phil Moria Drake Mosarow Moromandtitnahton Comineiweniie Progectaion Dana Murieta Pivin Irilehen Scott Isles MTA Dave Hobbesorons Foott Witlin Malvin Vineer

Towas Pied Piper Will Watch Parade in Fort Madison

Charlie Korseigen the town Pied Piper will supervise the Independence Day parade route for children. He started the role in 1963 as a children's news figure and this year plans to watch from a post office to greet onlookers, rather than walking the main street.

Fort Madison Charlie Korseigen Fia Korseigen Piper Childres Tira Independence Bay Fis Korsehgen

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