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Newspaper

Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 08, 1947

Page

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Ten Nations Accept Bid To Paris Meet

Ten nations formally accepted the British French invitation to a July 12 conference on the Marshall plan. Paris reported no refusals. indications suggested Soviet orbit states might attend, with Prague citing possible Russian attendance and discussions amid mixed signals from Yugoslavia Bulgaria Albania and Hungary. Ambassadors from Finland Austria and other nations indicated varied levels of participation as Bevin said the plan offers the greatest potential for international amity.

Joseph FE. Dynan PARIS Prague Russia Pasc Stillas Sofia Bulgaria Moscow Yugoslavia Belgrade Czechoslovakia Noveltugien Susven Pina Rome Teadercsy London Ernest Bevin Ino Revin Vald Marshall Tuys Patsata Bucharest Hetty Yousonavia Poland Finland J'sus Helsinki Norway Denmark Sweden Copur Haven Weid U. S Howard University Europe Switzerland Federal Council Nia Carlo Sforza Marshall Pha Us Russi Storza Interrinisterial Taly France Bevin Spd Marshall

Baxter Attending Educators Meet in Cincinnati

Solomen Baxter county superintendent of education attends the National Education Association Representative Assembly in Cincinnati, Ohio, with the convention beginning Monday and running through Friday. Lypt Paster is expected back in Dothin this weekend. A Boy Scouts Board of Review will be held at the City Hall Scout office in Tr ofeloek tenie, with Scouts ready for advancement or segment badges to appear before the Board.

Solomen Baxter National Education Associaten Corscensien A Cinenati Ohio Dothin Boy Scouts Tousten County Tr Ofeloek Tenie Scout of

Mrs George Bell 74 Dies in Dale County

Mrs George Bell aged 74 dies in Dale County funeral services held at Wesley Chapel Church with Rev. Bald win officiating. Burial in church cemetery. Survived by husband and three daughters Mrs Aan John sone and Mrs Evue Barefield of Newey and Mrs Georta Harter of Midland City.

George Bell Dale County

Tax bill stirs House veto risk amid tax changes

Debate over the 1s rule and Dill nout provisions looms as Truman hints at a veto while Republicans push for procedural changes. The tax plan would shift rates from 105 per cent to 48,000,000 federal revenues, with White House signaling expectations of a presidential veto. In the Senate, unity frays over community property rules and broader tax policy, as some leaders warn against weakening the veto power and others push for state-wide adoption of new tax divisions.

Sabath Cdand Truman White House Charis C. Hoss Paige Senate McClellan Od Aro

Campsite Chronicles of 4H Group Camp Feeding Plans

The passage describes 4H club campers bringing food from home due to limited meals, with beds in tents and bed chambers described as bitrus. Activities include calisthenics, swimming, games, hikes, classes on farm life, movies, and chores like cutting weeds and washing dishes. Leaders and staff listed include Bal Kennedy June Thompson Marie Matthews and Rebecca Edwards.

Bal Kennedy June Thompett Cutie County Marie Mathews Hoanea Green Misa Rebecca Edwards Enterprise Buss Warias Themesien

Complex charges threaten Iber Tour funding bill

Amid chaotic debate in the legislature, a bill to fund dendits and public works faces opposition and procedural clashes. A House vote stalled over tax and spending provisions as members argued about industry support, public notices, and mandatory declarations. The old Spanish Train project is cited with a cost of 4 million dollars.

Gulf of Mexico Florida Louisiana

Seizure and labor strife shadow 1946 economic talks

Fragments sketch a 1946 era clash over wartime price supports and fuel costs. References show government seizure aims and threatened strikes, with mentions of union action, Taft Hartley, and wage disputes affecting producers and northern versus southern operators amid an extended settlement process.

Teers Lewis Aye Versamers Fewis Eli Bate Das Wranntie Tate Soipen Tawi Tabor Practico Taft-Hartley Federal Hee Cafe

Nighttime Car Theft On North Side Leads to Arrests

Police report a late Friday incident on a country road near Railroad Avenue where a car was driven onto a field after two Black suspects, Nowell and Johnson, fled the scene. Nowell later admitted entering a Baptist church and speaking with Detective Lewis as the investigation continued.

Tnd Hee van Black W. Afferneds Not Romiery Trewis Nevroes Nowell Johnson Baptist Fcheon Lewis Hubby Eddie DD Kelley

Funeral Rites Today For Mrs. George Bell

Mrs. George Bell aged 74 of Bells Crossroads died at home yesterday Funeral services set for today at 4 p m at Wesley Chapel with Rev Jeter Baldwin officiating Interment in the church cemetery Helman Funeral Home of Ozark in charge Survivors include husband three daughters Ada Johnson Evie Barefield of Newville and Georgia Hagler of Midland City ten grandchildren two great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews

George Bell Bell's Crossroads Wesley Chapel Church Jeter Baldwin Helman Funeral Home Ozark Ada Johnson Evie Barefield Newville Georgia Hagler Midland City

Flying saucer caper with Martians and a treasure sweepstake

A fragmented tale features a green Martian impostor and a narrator aboard a flying saucer bound for a Martian treasure sweepstakes. The green figure lists prized items including moon cheese and a signed ring as he vows to outpace rivals in a cosmic hunt.

Rotary Club Hears Commissioner Ayres in Dothan

City Commissioner John Ayres spoke to the Dothan Rotary Club on the citys finances and planned improvements. Harry Hall led the program, new president B W Pearson oversaw the meeting, and gifts were given to Clyde Levern and Mrs W S Wilson. Commissioners Clyde Coe and Jim Brennan attended as guests.

John Ayres Dothan Rotary Club Harry Hall B. W. Pearson Clyde Levern R. M. Ward Mre. W. S. Wilson Clyde Coe Jim Brennan

Boy Admits Slay in a 40-Year-Old Woman

Ashland Massachusetts police say a 13-year-old newsboy confessed to strangling 40-year-old Mrs. Dorothy Swenson on his paper route. The body was found by her daughter, Barbara, 17, as the girl returned from a summer camp. The youth admitted the murder after questioning with other newsboys. He described arriving to collect 41 cents, then returning, knocking her down, and using a towel and laundry bar to strangle her last Thursday.

Ashland Maas Dorothy Swenson Barbara Milford N. H Ralph Duckacek

Junior High Band Receives Furnishings for Fall Games

Howell Hampton, Dothan band master, reports fifty six new uniforms for the Young Junior High School band. The black capes with gold lining and black caps trimmed in gold will be worn at football games this fall. The junior band was organized last year.

Howell Hampton Dothan

Initiation Rites Scheduled By VFW

VFW post plans initiation ceremonies at a closed meeting at Naver Field veterans club. Post commander J. D. Fuller urged prospective and new members with policies initiated to attend. Members without transportation should meet at the recreation center at Tad p.m.

VFW BP. m Naver Field Clab J. D. Fuller Tad P.m

Knighton Conducting Revival At Prospect

Due to illness in his family the Rev. M. bh. Hollis was unable to come to Dothan. Revival proceeds as scheduled with Rev. Mr. Knighton of Phenix City as evangelist. Services held daily at 9:30 am and 7:30 pm through Friday night.

M. Bh. Hollis Prospect Freewill Baptist Church Dothan Mr. Knighton Phenix City

Grange and AFL urge voluntary wage and price limits

The National Grange and the American Federation of Labor urged Congress to study a program of voluntary ceilings on wages and industrial profits paired with lower prices. Grange master Albert S. Goss said such action could reverse inflationary trends, while AFL VP Matthew Woll warned that rising prices threaten recession unless corrective steps are taken immediately.

Washington National Grange Farm American Federation of Labor Grange AFL Congressional Committee of the Economic Report Albert S. Goss The America Goss Matthew Woll Woll Ile

Classification of Alcohol Types in Early Texts

The passage explains two broad categories of alcoholic drinks. Wine is made directly from sugar, while beer is produced from sugar with added starches.

Georgia and Alabama live cattle hog prices report

Thomasville Georgia and Montgomery Alabama reports show cattle hog and veal prices from multiple packing plants in Georgia Alabama and Florida. Hog prices range from about 20 to 24 dollars per cwt with tops near 24.25. cattle and calves show varied trade and steady to higher openings. yard totals include 300 cattle 75 calves and 600 hogs across listed plants.

Thomasville Livestone Montgomery Fed State Mkt Union Stock Yards

Bus service request approved for West Main and North Highland routes

Number 11 bus service sought 30 minute intervals on both routes with early morning and evening windows. The commission granted the request covering 6:15 to 8:45 a.m., 1:15 to 1:45 p.m., and 5:15 to 7:45 p.m. Three property deed resolutions affecting Napier Field were passed.

West Main North Highland Napier Field

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