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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1946
Page
2
A wartime excise on use stamps ended on July 1, 1946 after a postwar tax reduction bill. The piece outlines historical annoyance with the stamp at post offices and on windshields, noting the end of the five dollar levy and the relief it brings taxpayers and government receipts.
The government reports closing books on over 33 billion dollars in lend lease supplies and foodstuffs sent overseas. About 900 million received in payments and 7 billion in reciprocal aid. Britain, France, Turkey, India, Australia, Belgium, and Russia are key recipients. Russia has not agreed to settle. most lend lease costs remain a postwar bill borne by American taxpayers.
The piece reflects on 170 years since independence and urges a solemn view of the day. It notes Treasury issuing a new 1 million dollar bond option for large holders and how small bonds can be combined. Governor Sparks has rent freezes in place for six months, pending new OPA law.
The piece notes a dull Alabama Senate field as June 4 approaches, with candidates slow to engage. It highlights humorous themes around turnip greens and suds buckets, wonders who will lead with discourse on lighter campaign acts, and predicts real issues may only surface in the run-off. The tone questions whether voters sought Governor’s race entertainment or real policy.
In Merry-Go-Round Drew Pearson argues Philippine independence will boost U S goodwill worldwide as America kept faith. He notes ongoing unrest, recalls Bowles Porter ties, and cites Truman Attlee Palestine friction, reconversion efforts led by Kilgore, and Republican filibusters delaying atomic energy control legislation.
John Temple Graves writes on American policy toward the Philippines as it moves toward independence. He praises U.S. guidance, education, and economic support while noting the duties of sovereignty. The piece reflects postwar optimism and compares 1783 American issues with the Philippines' coming self rule under Manuel Roxas.
Admiral Turner argues disarmament alone cannot end war and urges early sanctions and a UN backed police force. He warns against erecting a global peace by force, noting defense needs remain until the UN system matures and emphasizes removing underlying causes of conflict.
A compact excerpt cites Leviticus 23 3 declaring six days of labor and the seventh as a holy sabbath rest. It adds a morale line from Ovid about rest yielding a bountiful crop, reflecting on rest's value.
A fragmented radio programming list outlines various shows, musical acts, news blocks, and commentary across dayparts. It names performers like Vaughn Monroe, Charlie Harnett, Harry James, and Spike Jones alongside multiple stations and time slots, illustrating a dense era schedule.
Chicago report notes national safety campaign predicting high highway travel on a July Fourth period. Officials warn that increased trips may raise fatalities as several hundred organizations join the Be Alive on the Fifth effort urging caution and tire checks amid a record travel season.
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