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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1947
Page
6
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Walter S. Steele told the House un American activities committee that about 5,000,900 Communists or sympathizers exist in the United States. He broke down 100,000 card carrying members 300,000 candidates for party membership and 4,800,000 in front organizations. He warned that fronts push for a third party and are more dangerous than the party. He cited a War Department list of 2,000 Army officers who are or have been members.
The House approved the anti poll tax measure 250 to 111, banning payment of a tax as a voting condition and sending the bill to the Senate, where passage this session is unlikely. Speaker Joseph W. Martin Jr. ruled against filibuster tactics, insisting on final passage first.
Water service will be interrupted for five hours tonight on S Lena street from Washington to south and on S Alice street from South street to south for fire plug relocation and water line extensions in the southwestern city area.
City commissioners met in session to review a paving plan for 10 streets in the northwest section of Dothan. A protest hearing will be held at 9:30 tomorrow with affected property owners to present objections. Copies of the ordinance and street cost estimates are available at the city clerk's office.
Author Stanley Pennell quits Junction City after a loud calliope carousel upsets his writing routine. Jeweler Clinton Swan owns the noisy instrument claiming it is the Midwest’s loudest. Pennell cites nuisance to his work and pets as residents debate the issue.
In Montgomery Alabama lawmakers return to work as Rep. John W. Howell pushes a pension bill to create a separate old age bureau. The measure would distribute funds uniformly by county, replacing the current match system, with needs assessed by the new bureau. Also on the agenda are liquor tax bills and a Communist measure amid debate over a tractor bill.
The Henry County Farm Bureau schedules its annual picnic at the American Headland on Wednesday. Thornton will deliver the membership meeting notes at Legion Hall. Morning speeches by Mrs. Join Sebold and R. G. Arnold are planned followed by a free barbecue. An afternoon baseball game at Peanut Stadium features the Dixie Runners from Headland against Abbeville.
Billy Gibson famed trainer of Gene Tunney and Benny Leonard was found dead in his midtown hotel room, ending a storied boxing career research and guidance in the sport.
The Houston Circuit Court sustained a demurrer filed by Robert Meadows's attorneys, halting impeachment proceedings brought by five District Two residents. Judge D C Halstead allowed a 10 day amendment window and struck seven impeachment specifications, with related June 21 filings tied to Blanch Trawick and J H Skipper.
Secretary of State George C. Marshall briefing a closed House Foreign Affairs Committee told members about the international situation. The session included revelations on the Marshall Plan versus Molotov proposals and raised questions about future briefings and secrecy.
An automobile owned by the estate of B. R. Reynolds who died May 14 was stolen from a garage on the brother’s place ten miles west of Dobson on the Enterprise highway. B. O. Reynolds said the car had been parked since his brother’s death and could have been taken about three days ago as it was not missed until this morning. The vehicle is a black 1946 or 1948 Chevrolet coupe with tag 38 C 1624.
Disputed U N membership bids spark clashes as nations debate which states should gain seats. Officials report shifting alliances and procedural delays loom over the final decision.
Alabama Rotarians gathered for a district meeting led by past Rotary governor Bernie H. Griaathar. Highlighted topics included club governance, community service plans, and collaboration with Jacksonville College in the event.
Guerrilla forces strike two targets near the Yupotlav border in northern Greece after clashes with Greek troops. Greek defenders repel advances as rebels retreat toward the Atrrey border area.
Court records show a case involving a defendant linked to Harrahs and a division or appeal. The fragmented text cites a fate related to a Harrahs matter, with unclear parties and dates. The readable items reference Jonesville, a 250 899 figure, and an appeal process.
Washington and London discuss efforts to settle the Dutch crisis in Indonesia where fighting has erupted between the loyalist forces and the Indonesian Republic. Officials note talks are hampered by limited communications and uncertain reports, while both powers pursue a peaceful resolution.
Reports from Batavia say Dutch forces opened warfare against the Indonesian republic with Mustang fighter sweeps and ground attacks. Indonesian claims describe heavy fighting in Semarang and bombings of airfields and cities as Syarifuddin urges unity and a national front to resist colonial aggression.
Mack Snell a 45 year old resident of Slocomb was injured near his home while cutting trees with a tractor powered wood saw. A limb sparked the blade and severely injured Snell while his companions Henry Bell and Charlie were nearby. An ambulance carrying Snell to Dothan hospital halted after a wheel detached on West Main Street preventing another mishap.
Hal Boyles column previews the generals return to Europe after World War II, noting shifts in alliance dynamics and the uncertain path to peace. He argues the four Allies no longer share a unified plan and that ultimate wartime decisions are postponed, leaving Europe in a twilight state.
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