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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1947
Page
2
Subscription rates and delivery options listed for carriers and mail, with regional coverage in Alabama Georgia and Florida and rates for daily and Sunday editions. Includes legal notices about two cent per word charges and a Jefferson quotation.
Quoted lines frame belief in light through the gospel and science as faith in God’s work. The text cites II Timothy 1 10 and John Fiske asserting immortality of the soul as a matter of faith rather than scientific proof.
Secretary of State George C. Marshall halted the unused half of a 90 million credit to Hungary amid a pro Communist regime, while signaling continued aid to Italy under a non Communist government. He noted America will aid nations aligned with democratic rights and oppose those tied to Communist influence. The move underscores U.S. aim to back friendly states and withhold from those embracing an opposing philosophy.
Washington reports a sharp split in Truman aides over policy toward Big Business and the Democrats. Hannegan rebukes Symington over price cuts while urging loyalty to Truman’s left-of-center stance. The arms-for-Latin-America plan faces scrutiny as Somoza’s dictatorship in Nicaragua shows risks of U.S. arms and training fueling autocracy. A push for student exchanges is proposed as a counter to communism.
Editorial notes democracy and its slogans. It critiques equality as a false equalizer and laments misused liberty while praising fraternity as brotherhood under God. It recounts a near collision with teen drivers, praises youth, and warns that groups like American Youth for Democracy are seen as communist fronts on campuses.
A collage of sassy quips and political notes covers fashionakes punch lines about cosmetics, moonlit drives, strawberries, and liquor prices. It also discusses inexperienced investors, prison riots, and U S foreign policy staffing, citing Ethridge and Griffis amid Senate debates and Postwar appointments.
Houston County will hold a special election next month to decide its wet or dry status. This referendum aims to settle the issue conclusively after five elections in about 12 years, reflecting a trend toward preferring the state stores system over prohibition era restrictions.
The commission to President Truman says only the United States lacks universal service among major powers. Russia Britain France require service. China partially conscripts. Of 54 armed nations only a few fully rely on volunteers, while others use conscription. Advocates say the U S should be prepared to preserve peace and be on equal footing in a world seen as an armed camp.
Vienna talks on the Austrian peace settlement stall as Moscow delays while Seoul hosts a Soviet American joint committee on Korea. Prospects of a temporary trusteeship for Korea raise the possibility of cooperation on Korea, even as Austria remains tied to a Soviet fist. Moscow seeks control over Austria’s postwar assets, including Nazi-era holdings. Molotov’s willingness to form an Austrian committee surprised the American delegation, reflecting Kremlin preference to keep talks alive rather than risk a full breakdown.
A radio schedule lists programs across networks from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM including Supper Club Mystery of The Week News From The World and Jack Smith Songs. Highlights feature Milton Berle Variety Big Town A Date With Judy Fibber McGee and Molly Rod Hope Red Skelton and an Open Hearing for Discussion.
Widespread schedule listings detail Newa and WDIG programs across multiple networks with varied shows from morning to late night. The piece notes Montpelier, Vermont, and ends with a quip on regional respect, plus an unlawful ban comment about Seattle bull thistles.
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