29 Jul 1948
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1948
Page
1
A jumble of masthead items and notices from The Eagle Publishing Co. includes subscription rates and postal information for Alabama Georgia and Florida editions, and various boilerplate lines. Text shows historical names and address references alongside quotes and scriptures.
The Montgomery Advertiser announces support for anti-Truman electors, led by Thurmond and Wright, amid a shift from initial criticism of the Dixiecrats. Publisher R F Hudson cites moral duty to back nominees chosen in primaries, while parties clash over bolting, primaries, and loyalty in a volatile political landscape.
Senator Alben Barkley defends President Truman while criticizing the timing of Congress convening. He previously warned that posturing and political maneuvering would mark the session, noting his own past comments about selective service and the political stakes.
General Lucius Clay and Ambassador Robert Murphy testified that staying in Berlin preserves Western Germany’s confidence and blocks Soviet advances. The column surveys public and governmental interest in peaceful outreach to the Russian people, including balloon messages and private letters supporting peace efforts.
Fielding L. Wright defends the Southern tidewater oil controversy against insinuations of hidden corporate influence. He argues oil policy is separate from states rights, cites Jefferson on government proximity to people, and urges unity to support the Democratic Party nominee while resisting demagogic attacks.
A collage of short quotes and opinions from various newspapers. The items include an Indian with perfect memory in Albuquerque, pruning trees advice, mosquito warfare to city commission, and notes on buzzing by pilots. Additional comments reference Southern dialects, political patterns, and convention timing.
Decatur Daily notes that Southern members of Congress control key committee assignments and can decide whether proposed legislation passes. With a tight Democratic-Republican split, Dixie representatives could nullify national party power if punished or stripped of influence.
Fragmentary notes describe nearby James Deas and an evening odor of fish frying. The text mentions an invitation denial and a missed chance to visit his house to say their phone was something, but details are garbled.
The Selma Times Journal reports that delegates from the South will be welcomed at the Democratic national convention and offered curb service if they desire. The note signals continued support for the Truman ticket and indicates hospitality extended to regional representatives.
In July 1923 the Oates street concrete and the Central of Georgia railroad bridge were nearing opening for traffic within a week. The Baraca class held its annual watermelon cutting on the courthouse lawn under Saxot Poyner. A grand jury indicted Gabriel Sahba of Ozar, Hen Lambert, and Coot Smith of Dothan for assault with intent to murder after a grenade was thrown into Mustalia’s car. Sahba posted $5,000 bond while Lambert and Smith remained jailed awaiting circuit court. Mrs J R Hat served as boss of the Beta Delta club. Crele Five of the First Course was to have 18 Mw.
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