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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1947
Page
2
A July census report shows 60,055,000 employed in the United States, a new all time high, surpassing earlier hopes for 60 million jobs. The piece notes advocates' failure to pass full employment legislation yet highlights the surprising outcome.
A Brewster bill in the Senate would grant ex Presidents the same rights as other Senators except no vote. Proponents say advisory service benefits the nation, while opponents worry about creating a “Senator in name only” and risky precedent for part time tenure and pensions. Herbert Hoover and past presidents are cited as examples of advisory access without appointments.
An Alabama bill by Senator David U Patton would remove all policy-making officials from state service, potentially affecting up to 2000 jobs. Critics warn the measure targets lower officials, risking the collapse of the merit system and pushing patronage, while department heads remain exempt. The piece urges swift legislative rejection.
A newspaper editorial argues Congress should finish major business before adjourning on July 26. It criticizes last minute logjams, stresses cutting pending legislation, and disputes claims that early adjournment saves taxpayers money. The piece notes public desire for lawmakers to stay and work in an off election year. It ends by tying British sentiment to the Royal wedding.
The passage notes that ersatz Senators could impede Senate business and hints the House would gain Representatives at large. It mentions Senator Brewster could aid ex Presidents by supporting a pension bill now in Congress.
Washington notes Soviet foreign minister Molotov may have helped the United States by keeping Moscow from blocking Marshall plan funds. State Department insiders warn Russia’s satellites could gain from Western aid if Congress approves about 20 billion dollars for Europe, and Hungary’s communist coup depressed aid to Budapest earlier. Elsewhere, U.S. Senators debate tax policy with calls to maintain fiscal balance and avoid undermining capitalism while the world eye’s relief efforts.
This essay reviews Francis Harmon’s defense of the Federal Council of Churches urging it to remain a broad moral force. It argues against church leaders who side with political factions and stresses Christianity’s opposition to communism and capitalism when misused. It warns leaders to separate church authority from political or economic stances and uphold individual faith.
A collage of statements from Morgan, Cyrus Eaton, Charles Pineo, Taft, Adolph Berle, and others critique postwar policy and tax dates. Mentions Roosevelt, Truman, and congressional figures with references to industrial harmony, free enterprise, and the July to January tax change. The piece sits as a syndicated montage with varied opinions and dates.
The Greek rebellion backed by Albania Yugoslavia and Bulgaria risks a Balkan upheaval that could threaten world peace. Western powers fear expansion of communism while Britain weighs Greek crisis actions and the UN Security Council may intervene. The US speeds military aid to Greece as the situation tightens.
The United States issued a directive to General Lucius D. Clay outlining a new policy toward Germany. It urges opposing excessive centralization and supports democratic development, unification of the four occupation zones, and Western plans for a stable, prosperous Europe.
U S Army announces a program for displaced camp teens in Germany offering two summer vacations at red camps. About 22 000 youths aged 10 to 18 will receive guided recreation and healthful meals under YMCA and UNRRA cooperation. The plan aims to provide nourishment and activity to aid well being.
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