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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1950
Page
4
A garbled quotation blends archaic religious phrasing with names and phrases that resemble scripture and sermon style. The fragment mentions light, a sword, a rod, and references to Beekinl and Spurgeon, but with misspellings and incomplete context.
A report suggests Washington plans to buy and hold Cuban sugar reserves, possibly 490000 tons, to steady U S markets. Cuba and other nations are cited with reserves up to 900000 tons. The piece questions if government stockpiling mirrors hoarding while arguing it aims to ensure citizens access.
A fragmented account discusses political strategy during a volatile period with reference to a former president, a special session, and pressure on the legislature. It suggests a daily cycle of proclamations and imminent changes as the governor’s tenure nears departure and a new leader’s swearing in.
Dr. R L Sanders warned medical students that ulcers do not cause success and that worry and nervous drive, often linked to ulcers, may hinder achievement. He cited folklore linking ulcers with rising men and noted many associate healing with nerves and time, while stressing rational health over superstition.
Debate over reapportionment drags on as factions clash over political strategy and cost. Taxpayer burden climbs to 95000 daily while lawmakers face mounting pressure to resolve the stalemate and deliver real redistricting.
The Internal Revenue Service targets Sally Rand over 2727.62 in taxes tied to income from California transfers. Indiana district collectors warn of seizures if payment is not made, as Rand continues performances in Kokomo while authorities pursue collection.
Hal Boyle writes from Korea noting the stark contrast between beauty and squalor in the country. He describes overpopulation poverty and poor sanitation alongside Western infrastructure while observing Korean attitudes toward Americans and a voluntary local resistance to aid, contrasting with Arab North Africa.
Westbrook Pegler argues that former Stalin allies now calling for religion merely confess and recant while denying past ties. He attacks Harvard figures and Look magazine for softening views, denounces Roosevelt era collaborators, and calls for punishment of traitors. Pegler cites Washington Post editorials and asserts harsh WWII era treachery deserves consequences.
A regional editorial urges Americans to resist hoarding amid Korea War coverage. It links shortages, price spikes, and wasteful behavior to national duty, urging cooperation with the government and support for soldiers. The piece also highlights fishing and pond management ideas as practical local improvements for Washington County Florida communities.
Citizens in Washington County follow a local science effort by Ivan L Whitehead at Pate Whitehead plant to keep fish biting in the large 2009 acre lake. The project tests a new fertilization method as a cheaper alternative to costly commercial fertilizer.
Irmingham News reports a scientifically designed concrete hog wallow to keep pigs cool in summer. Experts say hogs need mud for cooling, and the new concrete design aims to improve access to mud-like conditions, illustrating creative progress in animal care.
Montgomery moves six miles nearer The Camella City as the new highway nears completion. Greenvilla Advocate notes the progress and regional impact on travel and access.
Ray Tucker outlines a Cold War scenario in which Stalin uses economic pressure to cripple the United States. He argues the Kremlin underwrites reports predicting a 1950s crash, calls for boosted budgets, higher taxes, and broader government controls to deter Soviet expansion, and warns of a possible shift toward Britain-like state intervention.
Mobile American Legion post pressures President and Congress to freeze food and vital necessities. Lamar Y. McLeod Post No. ? adopts resolutions that the price freeze take effect June 1 and forwards copies to ward officials.
FOLEY Alabama AP Shrimp boats crowd the Gulf as a heavy run of Brazilian shrimp arrives about 20 miles off the Alabama coast. Officials of a Texas group say shrimp beds are expanding while fishermen report premium jumbo shrimp and broader coastwide activity from Gulfport Mississippi to Panama City Florida. Some old timers argue the shrimp stay near shore while others note deeper Gulf feeding. Pink shrimp are reported near Key West in large numbers.
Atlanta AP report details The American Legion organizing an emergency defense program to aid Georgia. Legion Commander Joe Brock of Adairsville says the group will help form a state guard to reinforce National Guard units on active service. Brock spoke at an emergency Indianapolis meeting. Gov. Herman Talmadge requested Gen. Ernest Vandiver use Legion services and facilities including 200 post headquarters at civil defense centers.
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