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Newspaper

Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 28, 1949

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Boswell Admits Leaves Given Privileges to Convicts

AP reports Montcomnan state Friday that Viceroy Bosweyl admitted granting special privileges to two prisoners under pressure from higher authorities. He testified before a legislative investigating committee that no one told him to disclose the favors, and he acknowledged it was bad practice. The committee pressed for details on the prisoners and the privileges, and Boswell cited next in his prior statements. Controversy grew as witnesses described the related actions and the response of Home Wiles and others.

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Robbery and assault suspect drivers bond set

Authorities set $1500 bonds for three suspects after a robbery and assault case near Gorey On sphere frrith of Sanwken. Deputies pursued a vehicle along Holt road at 91 80 miles per hour. Lawyers and officials listed, with details of charges including robbery and assault with intent to commit murder.

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State May Maintain Main and Oates Streets

Alabama lawmakers discuss two street aid bills to fund state maintenance of Main and Oates Streets in Dotann. One bill would require the Highway Department to repair and maintain all connecting highways and roads, saving municipalities about 2,000,000. Senator Guy Hardwick is praised for supporting the measure. The second bill would require the state to pay full costs of right of way for highway access.

Otieinty Dotaan House Senate Alabama To Highway Department Vfficinls Guy Hardwiek Irgislaire Shiaenna

State Law Changes Inferior Court Name

Fragmentary OCR notes discuss changes to an inferior court name and a Houston law judge. The text references a clerk, court actions, and mentions criminal cases, inclining toward paraphrased notes of judicial changes and possible felony considerations.

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Justifiable Death Verdict in Negro Rape Case

A Florida jury ruled the death of a Black man justifiable after he was shot while unlawfully armed during a struggle after a rape incident. Witnesses, including witnesses to the shooting, testified to the events leading to the fatal shooting as the gunman resisted arrest. The coroner’s duty and the subsequent verdict sparked discussion amid community tension.

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Carnegie Group Offers Three Houses For Safe In Capital

In Washington a housing sale advertises three houses for safe purposes near Blair House the Truman residence. One property occupied by the Cannuyahi Went for International Peace is offered with an asking price of 754000 dollars.

Carnegie Group Washington Prom— Feu Vis Blair House

Records Loss Brings Morris Back To Jury

Birmingham AF informs that Klan leader William Hugh Morris was summoned to explain why he did not produce Klan records for the Grand Jury. He claimed the files were stolen July 20 and said he would hand them to the jury if found. Morris had spent days jailed for prior defiance and cited a State Supreme Court decision in changing his stance.

Birmingham William Hugh Morris George Lewis Bailes Morris Maria Alden Moris Jwy Fhis

No Troops Going Abroad, Acheson Tells Congress

Secretary Acheson told the House Foreign Affairs committee that Truman’s 1.45 billion arms aid program funds no American troop deployments to Europe. The plan aims to bolster Western European forces with military equipment and training rather than a joint general mobilization. He warned against forcing Western nations into a joint military accord as a condition of aid.

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Washington Dog Days Slow Congress Bickers On Year End

In hot Washington, Congress races to finish before year end. The piece notes weary lawmakers, reluctant reforms, and stalled programs such as national health insurance and civil rights measures. It hints at relocating offices to speed up business and aims toward a September deadline.

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City of Dothan assets rise by one million in year

A New Ninemonth comparative operating statement shows Dothan's total assets up to 7.15 million dollars, near a one million gain in 12 months from October 1, 1949. Buildings and storm sewer systems contribute over 200 thousand each, with Carver High School for Negroes highlighted as a major factor in the rise. Police revenues fell slightly while overall department revenues increased, attributed to stronger law and order.

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Georgia Solons Receive Black Border Post Cards

ATLANTA AP Every member of the Georgia Legislature today received a black bordered penny post card bearing a message noting a "sad mistake" on September 19 1948. It references Herman Talmadge being elected governor on September 19 1948 and marks a historical political moment in the state.

Atlanta Georgia Herman Talmadge

Senate Inquiry Set On Mine Work Week

Washington reports a Senate inquiry plans to question mine boss John L. Lewig about his three day work week after Sen A Willis Robertson suggested inviting United Mine Workers president to testify before the Senate Banking Committee. No date set for Lewig appearance as managers testified.

Washington Senate John L. Lewig A. Willis Robertson D-Va United Mine Workers Senate Banking Committee Toy Lewis

Heat Wave Triggers Violent Storms Across Michigan and Wisconsin

A Midwest heat wave sparked violent storms last night sweeping Wisconsin and Michigan. Milwaukee suffered flash flooding and dense emergencies as fire and police departments were overwhelmed with calls. A family of three perished when a power line fell during the storm.

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Austin Wins Reprieve of Sixty More Days

MARIANNA Florida: former Marianna police officer Austin, convicted of second degree murder in the killing of Mate vin Marse, has been granted an additional sixty days by Governor Fuller Warren to pursue his veteran on the job farming. The case has seen multiple delays, appeals, and a prior reprieve reduction, with bond remaining at 2500 dollars.

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Senate probes Lewis policies amid anti trust concerns

The Senate group under Robertson studies Lewis policies for possible monopolisic practices in the anal industry and whether labor unions should remain exempt from statutes. The investigation may prompt legislation if labor monopoly evidence emerges. Lewis offers soft cast miners east of the Mississippi to work three days weekly since June 30 after contract with coal operators expired, with activity involving Southrs Producers at Bivefield West Virginia and others at White Sulphur Springs.

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Crackers’ Losing Streak Triggers Senate Motion

Atlanta Crackers losing streak irks state lawmakers. Senator Frank Lunsford of Leary introduces a motion to adjourn "until the Crackers win a ball game" or until the next fair result, reflecting the comic political moment in the Georgia session.

Atlanta Crackers Atlanta Frank Lunsford Leary Senators

Murray sets 95 cent wage increase demand for steelworkers

President Murray of the United Steel Workers told the Truman appointed fact finding board that a package raise of 95 cents an hour is demanded, with a prior round wage increase totaling 212 cents. He argued steel industry profits top one billion dollars annually after taxes, as the board opened pension evidence alongside wages.

KEW York APY Philip Murray Murray Truman Tact Finding Board

Three Escapees Fled Geneva Jail In Breakout

Geneva County authorities search for five escapees from Geneva jail after they pried bars, crawled through a window to a kitchen roof, and slid to ground. Escapees identified as George W. Stoops of Elba arrested for forgery, C. Q. Morris of Geneva for public drunkenness and vagrancy, and Mermin Kirby of Scottsboro in two burglary cases. Stoops and Kirby jailed since June and July, Marion awaiting release next Monday.

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Senate approves judgeship bill expands federal judiciary

The Senate sent to the White House a bill to create six additional Federal circuit court of appeals judges and 21 district judgeships. It adds one seat for Northern and one for Southern Parkla districts, and one for Northern Georgia district.

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Gulf Coast Beach Highway Plan Tied to Alabama Florida Unity

Alabama and Northwest Florida unite to develop a multi million dollar Gulf coast scenic highway from Mobile to Panama City. The project aims to pave roads and build bridges to connect existing beachfront routes, filling gaps and drawing tourists to a vast coastal playground. A Perdido Bay bridge remains a bottleneck.

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