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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1950
Page
1
Truman calls for tax boosts to fund a stronger U S military in Korea and Europe. He urges Congress to approve a large military spending package and a broad tax increase to curb inflation and support armed forces. Executive action and nationwide address outlined as the crisis deepens.
A circuit court hearing on the Democratic Party Loyalists bid to contest votes has moved from Fla to Montgomery. The case, tied to the May 2 primary, will be heard by Circuit Judge Bowen Sim from Opp in the Coffee County bench. Attorneys for the Loyalists filed the petition after a subcommittee probe by the State Democratic Executive Committee into four Loyalists elected to the State Committees. The contest alleges fraud and seeks a temporary injunction. The State Supreme Court previously allowed a green light to proceed, while arguments focus on bond posting and proper filing.
U S Representative George Andrews of Union Springs urged broad backing for the Rural Electrification Administration during Wiregrass Electric Cooperative’s manual fair. He cited REA borrowings since 1945, claimed high repayment rates, and argued electricity expansion benefits farmers and industry while urging opposition to price supports changes. The event drew over 6,000 members in heat with Judge Albert Logue and Judge Robert Carr attending.
Senator McCarthy faces charges that Democrats libeled him in a foreign relations subcommittee probe. Republicans say the majority issued a political report denouncing McCarthy while exonerating those McCarthy criticized. McCarthy vows further action and accuses the subcommittee of bias and personal attacks.
New Orleans cotton futures surged as overnight buyers and short covering pushed prices higher amid a Commodity Credit Corporation plan. The CC announced a shift in the 1949 cotton loan redemption date to Oct 1 and that 1948 government cotton would be offered for sale on an alternating schedule. prices around 845 were 2.05 to 2.60 lower.
The capital reports cheering news of an American amphibious landing on Korea’s east coast. Initial dispatches claim First Cavalry Division landings and 25th Division elements moving inland, with cautious Pentagon officials warning long and costly battles may follow. The scope and timing of further operations depend on broader strategic decisions and potential Soviet responses across Asia and Europe.
Alabama National Guardsmen say they are prepared to fight if Korea crisis requires. Adjutant General James Saliba notes no wholesale trend to resign, with applications insufficient to matter. The 31st Division, including Alabama Guard, remains among first mobilization options traditionally kept ready.
Alabama draft boards received notices to summon about 2,500 young men for pre induction physicals. Col Ernest Howell, State Selective Service Director, indicated 422 will be inducted in September. Letters were mailed to county boards with induction dates starting August 2 and quotas already set.
George Whitington reports floats for the seventh annual National Peanut Festival are now on sale. Newton Green, chairs of the floats committee, announced a citywide campaign to enter floats in the finals, with civic groups and businesses invited to participate. Entry fees vary by method of production, with Chamber builds cheaper, and Mrs Eva Helms handling design if bought through the organization. The plea extends beyond Dothan to Tri-States area, and Murustun County clubs have already signaled intent to enter.
Birmingham officials move to curb Communists as the city enacts an ordinance making membership a misdemeanor with penalties up to 80 days in jail and a $100 fine. The measure, spearheaded by Bull Connor, follows a two week anti Communist campaign and other arrests.
Washington department officials warned that Birmingham's ordinance outlawing Communism raises grave constitutional questions. An off the cuff opinion suggests the ordinance could embroil the federal government in a court case up to the Supreme Court. The strange measure has sparked unusual public debate over civil liberties and public safety.
The TVA dam sites attracted visitors sharply rising in June with Fontana leading, totals for 15 dams surpassing 7,000,000 compared with 21,000 last year. North Carolina’s dams show high turnout, Kentucky’s Dam follows, then Chickamauga Norris Pickwick Watauga and South Molston in order of visitor counts.
Government can curb food price rises without new controls. It can use existing farm price support laws to set ceilings on nonperishables like wheat corn cotton and dried milk and set selling prices with carrying charges. Perishable items such as butter and cheese may be sold at any price to prevent deterioration. A Senate Banking subcommittee led by Maybank plans to probe price hikes, including eggs bread and meat, to see who is raising prices and why.
A Japanese filed Associated Press report notes fresh American troops landed at a Pohang beachhead and moved inland to blunt a North Korean push toward Taejon. South Korean forces cling to defense lines as Reds attack near Us area and routes from Yongju to Hamchang.
In LARK Utah AP a rescue team hopes three trapped miners may still be alive after a Sunday fire at the American Smelting Refining and Mining Company mine. Two of five men missing were found dead Monday, as crews search levels near the northeast section and plan to descend to lower levels with a water driven hoist to reach an air pocket. The three men named Clyde Auguston Gordon Meyerhoffer and Leland Nielzen were last seen in the mine.
In Panama City a spiritualist, two police agents, and a young woman await trial on charges they plotted to kill President Arnulfo Arias via witchcraft. Police seized paraphernalia including bottles, an armadillo skeleton, and potions. They allegedly planned a junta to seize power after the president’s death.
Dothan and Houston County schools will start the fall term on Monday September 4 after teacher institutes in both systems during the prior week. City Superintendent Bruce Flursy and County Superintendent Solomon Baxter announced the joint opening date. Teachers in the county begin institutes August 28 while city education staff meet for one day Friday August 4.
Cottondale voters chose three men for the City Council. Lowell Leonard led with 229 votes, L. Williams received 187, and W. A. Braxton had 144. Defeated were Lloyd Williams a, C. E. Bowers 78, and W. H. Murray 20. Incumbents Registe r and Gilbert did not seek reelection. The council will meet next week for official canvass and mayoral appointment from within.
President Truman ordered tighter government housing credits to curb inflation and conserve materials for national defense. The FHA minimum down payment rose to 7.5 percent for insured mortgages, affecting buyers and veterans who relied on VA guarantees. Builders and the homebuilding industry warned of slower activity, while officials said the move would reduce demand and direct resources toward defense needs.
Scout leaders from east Alabama Council will meet at the Enterprise Scout reservation near Enterprise at 2 20 p m to estimate salable camp timber. James H Kelley of Ozark, council camping and activities committee chairman, announced the gathering which will include H L Holmen Jr an Ozark architect who will design camp buildings. Kelley and other leaders indicate the reservation contains substantial timber suitable for sale and use in construction.
Brig. Gen. Frank L. Howley, former director of the U S rail Government in Berlin, urged strong measures amid a rising war threat in a nationwide radio address. He discussed the aggressive actions and the need for decisive U S policy, speaking with Norman Theen on the program.
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