Jim Simpson Senate Candidate profile from The Eagle
The Eagle endorses James A. Simpson for the United States Senate, praising his legal and legislative record as fair, progressive, and grounded. It calls him a true statesman, best qualified to fill the late John Bankhead's seat, and notes Alabama’s rising legislative return rate supports experienced lawmakers. It predicts the 1947 legislature will be capable and responsible.
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John Bankhead
Farm Debt Reduction Slows For Alabama Farmers
Alabama farm mortgage indebtedness declined 8.9 percent from Jan 1, 1944 to Jan 1, 1945, then slowed to 4.7 percent in the next three months, with total mortgage debt near 70 million dollars. Borrowing sources include individuals 43 percent and Federal agencies 49 percent. owner changes rise with cash buys and minimal down payments amid high land values.
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Alabama
Buckles Urges Alabama to Sell Itself Through Grass Roots Growth
Desole J. Buckles of the Alabama Press Association spoke at the Turtainghans Advertising Club urging a ten year plan to develop Alabama from within. He argued development will not come from Washington or Northern capital but from local publicity experts and the people of Alabama. He warned against overselling the state to outsiders and stressed the need for genuine belief in Alabama’s potential. The article also notes Senator The Man Bilbo’s re election amid regional controversy and dismisses Mississippi meddling claims.
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Washington
Capital
Farmers urged to cut debt as prices stay high
Mr Liles warns that farmers paying off old indebtedness during a period of high farm prices slows the economy. He cautions against taking on heavy debt for long periods, urging producers statewide to reduce indebtedness now for financial health.
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Joby Liles
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May and the war profits code name Yiechel revealed
A congressman from Kentucky tied to Erie Basin Metal Products and a lumber mill purchase in Pikeville, Kentucky. The piece alleges he used influence to help war contractors profit, with $4000 in expenses linked to the deal and a coded reference Yiechel meaning anybody.
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Erie Basin
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Henry Garsson
Labor Department
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Ene Company
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Viechel” May
Fine Basin Company
Paul X. English
Chemical Warfare Service
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Jetter
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New York
Office of Chemical Warfare
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Segal Lock Company
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Wiechel
Military Affairs Committee
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Cumberlane Lumber Company
Pikeville
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Justice Department
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Atomic era musings clash with Crusade sword imagery
The column juxtaposes atomic progress with medieval chivalry, critiques Fulton Lewis and Chester Bowles on economic policy, praising Baruch and Brandeis while warning against socialism. It argues OPA era controls showed dangers of planning, urging restraint and unity beyond personal feuds.
Barbs by Hal Cochran reveals summer musings and jests
A collection of wry observations touches on weather talk health and crime with a tone of late 1940s humor. It quotes a New Mexico college on gender trades a gun scare a movie cashier and a federal inquiry into a congressman. The piece ends with a copyright note and a playful jab at a versatile man.
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Hal Cochran
Ao Geld
Farmers urged to back long range reforestation plan
United Press reports that the Agriculture Department urged farmers to unite behind a forest program to regulate water and protect soils against floods and droughts. It cites that millions of acres in Carolinas, Virginia, California and elsewhere are worn out or abandoned and emphasizes reforestation and fire protection to safeguard water supplies. There are over 4,600 silver fox farms in the United States.
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Grant Dillman
United Press
Washington
Agriculture Department
Paidmont
Carolinas
Virginia
California
Ohio
Mississippi
Central Valley
Great Plains
Piedmont
Kentucky
Radio Progri ON THE NETWORMS Aired Schedule Mix
Radio programming list features Frank Morzan Comelyn Gene Autry Hollyway Drew Searson and Dick Powell. Highlights include Quiz Kids, Tom Jersey crime drama, Five Minutes News, Walter Winchell commentary, James Melton Show, Jimmie Fiddler, Phil Spitalny hour, Rhythm Serenade, and varied religious and musical segments.
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Frank Morzan
Comelyn
Gene Autry
Hollyway
Drew Searson
Dick Powell Mysteriamy Yondie-Dagwooe
Joe Kal
Alee Templeton
Richard Lawless
Tommy Jersey
Abe
Corlixs
Walter Winchell
James Melton
Jimmie Fiddler
Holliwa
Phil Spitalny
Girl
Rhanendy
Teople
Guett
Boston Notes on Religion and Science Plans
The item reports historical religious diversity with one fifth labeled Nothingarians and quotes a sister on denominational equality. It mentions plans to measure cosmic rays at various latitudes with Dr. G Grosvenor from National Geographic, using B-20 aircraft for flights.
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