Project to seek three million for Columbia area rail fix
Number 19 backs the sound and timely project and urges prompt construction for public good. A D Wilkerson will lead Dothan Chamber in Washington next week to seek a three million dollar appropriation. If granted, Mobile District Engineers will start work at once. Delegates discussed economy changes and a two crop plan as a fallback, with many local representatives attending the meeting to support the effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
U.S. District Engineers
Mobile
Job
A. D. Wilkerson
Dothan Chamber of Commerce
Wilkerson
Arthur Johnson
South
Johnson
Beaty Whiddon
Clyde Lovern
Jesse Forrester
Dothan
J. E. Chancey
Colonel Job
Blakley
O. T. Tompkins
J. J. Dodd
J. F. Cuarter
W. M. Nordan
Abbeville
Co. F. Reynolds
RFE
Solomon
L. T. Sheffield
Headland
Solomon Baxter
G. Townsend
James Woodruff
Chattahoochee Valley
Horace Hall Addresses Dothan Kiwanis Luncheon
Horace Hall was the guest speaker at the Dothan Kiwanis Club meeting yesterday. His topic covered Agricultural Activities in the Wiregrass, with remarks by T. G. Hagler noted during the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horace Hall
Kiwanis
Dothan Kiwanis Club
T. G. Hagler
Stomach Tonic Promises Sleep Through Digestive Aid
Stomach gas sour food taste robs sleep and mood as age raises need for help. The ad claims 89 Tonic increases gastric juice flow, improves digestion, builds red blood, and boosts appetite and energy. It urges immediate purchase of 83S Tonic from drug stores, touting millions sold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nature
Carter
Ray Carter
Folsom Proclaims Flag and Fathers Day in Alabama
Gov. Jamey Folsom designated Sunday June 15 as Fathers Day and the preceding day as Flag Day in Alabama. He called fathers the foundation of the nation and urged citizens to display the colors and honor the flag, stressing the home as the source of happiness and national strength.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montgomery
Jamey FE
Folsom
Alshamisns
Mrs Henry Dyson Dies At Blakely
Funeral services for Mrs. Henry Dyson of Columbia route two were held at Shiloh Church with Blakely Funeral Home in charge. She died Friday night in a Blakely hospital. Survived by husband five daughters Gracie Mae Dyson Alice Tylman Bernice Eugenia Kathryn Dyson three sons HOV James Fawiurd Donald Dyson a sister Archie Varnum two brothers Carl McGriff Lee McGuiff two grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Active pallbearers were Arthur Sexton James Alpin Willis Chandler Vance Smith Snally Peterosa Buddy Bowen.
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Henry Dyson
Columbia
Blakely
Shiloh
Blakely Funeral Home
Gavithters
Gracie Mae Dyson
Aliee Tylman
Bernice
Eugenia
Kathryn Dyson
Hov
James Fawiurd
Donald Dyson
Archie Varnum
Carl McGriff
Lee McGuiff
Dothan
Arthur Sexton
James Alpin
Willis Chandler
Vance Smith
Snally Peterosa
Buddy Bowen
Eastland calls for decisive stand against Russian aggression
The Senate and House debate foreign policy amid calls to expel the Soviets from the United Nations. Fulbright seeks to defer action to Jan 26 1948 while Vandenberg condemns Hungary’s communists as a potential UN issue. House plans to restore 40 million to Army supply to fund aircraft purchases as budgets face cuts. Tax cut bill advances but veto risk looms. Campaign spending rules face likely delay. local Kiwanis notes and club activities discussed.
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Eastland D-Misa
United States
United Nations
Senator Fulbright
D-Ark
Fulbright
House
Appropriations Committee
Rep. Mahon
D-Tex
Politic ban urged for state workers and voting lists eyed
A Houston representative pushed a bill to extend the merit system political ban to state employees. It prohibits salaries recipients from direct or indirect campaign activity and bars campaign duties, salaries, or party roles. Proposals would create precinct and ward voting lists to curb multi‑voting and set up local bills for Dothan and Coffee County elections, plus changes in vehicle license and fine distributions to favor counties.
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Miulone
Enems Rcystem
Rep
Malone
Houston
prio @eaw
House
Dothan
Larkins
Coffee County
Board of Education
Joa Carnley
Carnley
Aoc Dunaway
Dunaway
Coffee County Suerte Ent of Education
Tackins
Uber Hapter
Hep Adams
Dale
Aliabama Recreation Board
Adams
Adatis
Adame
Tee
Legislature Returns With Veteran Bonus Debates
The Alabama Legislature, in recess to let committees act, added bills including an $100 to $300 veterans bonus and an $8.61 million annual welfare appropriation. Senate and House actions touched tax exemptions for disabled veterans, increased pensions for Confederate veterans and widows, and stadium funding for Alabama schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Finance Department
Fiaiy Neg
Senate
Henry Mize
Tuscaloosa
House
Franklin Haynes
Franklin County
Ira B. Thompson
Crenshaw County
Hiv
Beaides
Bruce Henderson
Wilcox
Chiartrthon
University of Alabama
Alabama Polytechnic Institute
REC
Staduums Coatny
Carl Voylen
Auburn
Typ Renool
Nust
Alabama Legislative Council
S. A. Cherry Faces Assault Charge
Sheriff officers expect S. A. Cherry of Dothan to post a $200 bond after an assault and battery charge filed by Albert J. Allums of Dothan. Deputy Eldridge Cam tron reports the two men fought on N Foster Street Saturday afternoon leaving Allums with severe facial injuries.
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S. A. Cherry
Dothan
Albert J. Allums
Eldridge Camtron
Cherry
Allums
N. Foster St
Ashford Resident Timothy Barber Dies at 83
Timothy Green Barber lifelong Ashford resident died yesterday at his son G H Barber’s home at 303 N Lena Street at eighty three. He operated the Barber Hotel in Ashford for about 30 years. Funeral services set for 10:30 a m Thursday at Ashford Baptist Church with Rev Jos White of Graceville officiating. Burial in Ashford Cemetery. Survived by two daughters Mrs Mra H A Rodney Panama City and Mrs S A Jordana Leesburg Fla. sons J C Barber G H Barber Clayon Barber and Dick Barber of Dothan. brother W P Barber of Chipley. 31 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Grandsons to serve as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers listed.
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Timothy Green Barber
Ashford
G. H. Barber
N. Lena Street
Ashford Baptist Church
Jos White
Graceville
Ashford Cemetery
Ward-Wilson
Mra. H. A. Rodney
Panama City
S. A. Jordana
Leesburs
Fla
Xevensony
J. C
G. HH
Clay
Barber
Dothan
Callie
Dick Barber
F. &. Fellows
Joe Nowell
J. C. Ingram
H. M. Dykes
Diet advice and dating tips in a 1950s guide
A humorous extract discusses diet for women and men, urging seven bad food needs and daily portions for greens citrus potatoes milk meat bread butter. It mocks dieting for dames and links eating properly to disposition and success with dates, noting women follow after meals and grooming.
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Jacsoon
Kitrey
Miss Turner
Misa Turner
Turner
Luke
Rotary Secretary Explains His Duties at Club Meeting
At the Dothan Rotary Club Monday, H W McAlder outlined Rotary secretary duties, with his wife assisting on correspondence and records. Rev E Tipton Carroll led the program. guests included Fred Rogers Sedahatchie Ala Rotarian Leroy Yon Greensburg and Dev Don Roger of West Palm Beach.
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Dothan Rotary Club
Mondas Wey
H.W. McAlder
Iis
E. Tipton Carroll
Fred Rogers
Sedahatchie
Ala
Leroy Yon
Greensburg
Dev. Don Roger
West Patno Beach
Relief for piles with Peterson's Ointment
Millions of sufferers over forty years find quick relief from itching and smarting using Peterson's Ointment. A reviewer notes relief and overnight sleep. available at druggists 35c a box or 60c in tube with applicator, money back if not delighted.
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Peterson
Moncey
Hog market mixed as eight plants report steady prices
Livestock arrivals across eight plants in Albany Columbus Moultrie Thomasville Tifton Dothan Alabama and Jacksonville Tallahassee Florida totaled 500 cattle 200 calves and 800 hogs. Hog prices ranged from 22.50 to 23.10 per hundredweight for various weights with steady demand and active trading across the region.
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Thomasville
USDA
Albany
Columbus
Moultrie
Tifton
Dothan
Alg
Jacksonville
Tallahassee
Fla
Cattle and Hog Prices At Montgomery Market Report
Montgomery Ala AP Fed State Market News Service reports estimated salable receipts 200 cattle with opening strong to 50 cents higher and vealers mainly 11.00 to 22.00 with top grades 23.00. Hog prices vary by weight from 12.00 to 23.50, with sows and small hogs in lower ranges and stags around 14.00. Trade less active than Tuesday with prices steady to weak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montgomery
Ala
Fed-State
Mkt News Svc
Union Stock Yards
Headland stadium dedication marks civic support and bunting play
At the new stadium in Headland Alabama the dedication ceremony occurred at home plate as Major W. Expy spoke. Players from Troy and Headland gathered with dignitaries while the Dixie Runners lineup and team names were announced amid praise for community backing. The night featured persistent bunting threats that produced runs, with Roy Knapp celebrated by fans in a charity event.
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Bunter
Rafe
Rumners
Knapp
Troy
Alabama
W. Expy
Headland Athletic Association
Headland
R. E. Solomon
Espy
Mermwers
Dixie
Kagop
Sienman
Trammel
Tice
Shelley
Creel
Parker
Ball
Varn
Dasinger
Jenkins
Morris
Knowles
Stevens
Rivenbark
Weeves
Roy Knapp
Feron, Moesters
Grays Ointment Offers Fast Relief For Skin Troubles
Soothe irritated skin quickly with Grays Ointment, a comforting antiseptic remedy. Its nature aiding formula promises soothing relief for externally caused skin troubles, with a 35 cent package available today.
Mrs Sallie K Horn Dies Near Samson
Mrs Sallie K Horn of Samson route one died at her home after a long illness. She is survived by husband Shep Horn four daughters Ruth Horn Bryce McAliley and Sheppie Bowden and two others, and one son Robert C Horn. Funeral plans incomplete. A separate note mentions a ballplayer with a broken arm and fans raising the ante to 125 dollars for Masters.
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Sallie K. Horn
Samson
Shep Horn
Sheppie Bowden
Ruby Horn
Ruth Horn
Pensacola
Fla
Bryce McAliley
Foley
Ala
Robert C. Horn
Lafayette
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Capitol
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L. Branson
Jack Kingry
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Barber Hotel
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