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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1947
Page
2
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The piece traces A. F. Whitney of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen moving from vehement opposition to President Truman to endorsing him as more acceptable for 1948. Whitney credits Truman’s veto of Taft Hartley and views Taft and Republicans unfavorably. He warns a third party would aid Republicans.
The piece notes Greece and Java as fronts where government troops clash with guerrillas and Indonesian republic forces, arguing that small skirmishes now can spark future wars. It argues news coverage echoes past styles from 1939 to 1945, with datelines shortened to Greece and Java.
The piece critiques government planning as meddling in agriculture and industry. It notes fixed acre yields for cotton and peanuts, pig counts per row, and mandated profits and input costs. It cites failures and ongoing theoretical expansion, observing planners push new ventures despite mistakes.
The article discusses efforts to regulate rainfall via science. It cites the U S Weather Bureau producing rain in Oregon and testing rainmaking with dry ice in Australia. The bureau believes silver iodide could spread rain to drought areas and divert moisture from floods, possibly enabling artificial rain at sea in the future.
State Prison Director Frank Benwell defends flogging for recalcitrant inmates and urges study of crime. He argues segregating incorri gibles could curb repeaters, noting Alabama prison repeaters rose from under 1 percent in 1920 to about 60 percent today. He calls for a statewide resurvey from courts to cell blocks to identify causes and prevent mixing.
Senate talk exposes ties between Senator Bricker and the Buckeye State Building and Loan Association tied to the real estate lobby led by Morton Rodfish. Bricker’s ties to John Galbreath, his ally and director, are highlighted as he denounces Truman’s critique of the lobby. The piece notes Bricker’s past as Ohio attorney general and questions nepotism in politics, citing Elizabeth Ball’s high-paying payroll role and Ball’s reaction.
This excerpt discusses the Federal Council's stance on fair employment practices, debates over FEPC endorsements, and the moral aims in economic policy. It covers remarks by Francis Harmon and L. E. Faulkner, critiques by J. R. Hornady, and broader concerns about church influence on government policy and race relations in the South. It also notes the Townsend plan debates and a Truman Indian gift, ending with caution about using morality to push policy.
A collage of quotes from Byrd Attlee Shaw Roosevelt and others underscores postwar views on liberty power and economy. The piece notes Adm Byrd addressing Northwestern graduates and a humorous gift exchange involving Mrs Trueman as a Beaded neck lace is given. The item is dated 1947 and credited to By The Bell Syndicate.
The Indonesian struggle against Dutch rule illustrates the decline of empires. Dewitt Mackenzie argues racial divides and desires for self rule drive the crisis, predicting Holland will relinquish wealth claims as independence spreads globally from India to Africa and the Middle East.
Radio schedule lists programs across networks with times and show names including News From The World Manor House Party Hob Crosby Show Bob Trout News Milton Berle Variety A Date With Judy Me and Myra Call The Police Fred Waring Studio 1 Hour Drama Philly Marlow Detecta Romberg Concert Open Hearing For Discussion Supper Club Repeat all on air throughout the evening.
A cluttered schedule lists various programs and performers across radio times from evening to late night. Notable entries include AP News bulletins, music acts like Guy Lombardo and Ted Powell, and several church and devotional segments, reflecting a diverse broadcasting slate.
Perspective customers at a sales room observed a shiny new car in the showroom area. The vehicle, located behind a glass window near an exit to the adjoining garage, appeared not for sale.
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