Goat Hill Buzzes With Talk Of Next Governor
Rex Thomas Montgomery reports from Alabama politics two years before the governorship, noting Gov. James E. Folsom’s unexpected fall from power after the May primary and runoff. Former Gov. Chauncey Sparks and Attorney General Albert A. Carmichael post strong showings, Gordon Persons wins keep him a top candidate, while Joe Money and Lt. Gov. Clarence Inzer remain possible contenders. Reuben Newton also eyed a bid as agriculture developments shift attention toward 1950 race implications.
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Rex Thomas Montgomery
Ciopaign
James E. Folsom
Folsom
Alabama
Chauncey Sparks
Albert A. Carmichael
Orother Field
Gordon Persons
Public Service Commission
Joe Money
Birmingham
Clarence Inzer
Reuben Newton
Jasper
Inter
Haygood Paterson
Pago
Vandenberg Fights to Preserve ERP Funding Prestige at Stake
Senate President Arthur H. Vandenberg intensified his fight to keep intact the European Recovery Program funds as the House cut ERP spending to 4.0 billion for a 15 month period. The Michigan Republican said he wants an early opportunity to testify before the Senate appropriations committee. He warned against trimming foreign aid and urged upholding the full ERP program as a cornerstone of foreign policy.
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John L. Steele
Washington
Senate
Arthur H. Vandenberg
House
Hkey Iy
Vandenberg
Gilling
Senate Reign Relations Committee
Michigan Republican
Tam
Styles Bridges
van Waberg
George C. Marshall
al Hoffman
ERP
Don Vandenberg
Robert A. Tate
Ohio
Official Tabulation of State Vote Begun
AP reports tabulators processing last Tuesday's Democratic party runoff results with incomplete figures from Jackson Shelby and Barbour counties. Walter J. Price says full reports pending as state canvass looms, with McSevey and Carmichael in a tight race for delegate at large and district electors.
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Mobile
Snll
Walter J. Mrice
Btn
Jackson
Shelby
Barr
Democratic Utive Committee
Rarge
Eles
Democratic National
Ent
Sey
Gessner T. McSevey
A. Carmichael
Carmichael
Price
Carmichael claims 728 vote margin over McCarvey
In Birmingham AP report, Albert A. Carmichael says he won a delegate at large post to the Democratic National Convention by 728 votes after official counts from 67 counties. He notes Shelby and Barbour counties provided counts, reducing his lead. McCarvey allies push a walkout protest over civil rights planks. J Miller Bonner and others were elected to the other at large spots.
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Birmingham
Albert .A. Carmichael
Carmichael
Gessner T. McCarvey
Associated Press
Shelby
Barbour
Im Mobile
Democratic Executive Committees
Ian McCorvey
J. Miller Bonner
Camden
D. Hardy Riddle
Talladega
Albert Stapp
Atomic Cannon To Be Produced At Los Alamos
The Atomic Energy Commission announced that a new electrostatic accelerator will be built at Los Alamos New Mexico. It will fire nuclear projectiles at energies up to 12 000 000 electron volts and in spectral cases 30 000 000 electron volts. The facility cost about 10 000 000 and will take two years to complete.
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Washington
Los Alamos
N. M
Atomic Energy Commission
Negro Dies Instantly In Ashford Highway Fatality
Ivy Redmond Jr. was killed when struck by a car driven by Andrew L. Cherry on the eastern outskirts of Ashford. Coroner A A Parker ruled it an unavoidable accident with no charges against Cherry. Cherry said the pedestrian darted into the path of the auto as he attempted to cross.
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Ivy Redmond, Jr
Nexto
Andrew L. Cherry
Ashford
A. A. Parker
Cherry
Egyptian and Jewish forces clash near Tel Aviv
Reports from Cairo say Egyptian troops were trapped and repulsed as Jewish forces advanced along the Palestine coast within miles of Tel Aviv. Iraqi troops were reported digging in around Jenin, while Yibna and Isdud changed hands or came under threat as both sides claimed gains and losses in the coastal sector.
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Max Boyd
Cairo
Palestine
Tel Aviv
Terael
Jenin
Yibna
Israel
Isdud
Fatouk
Tel Avey
Egyptains
Egyptain
Baymain
Khelda
Hulda
Abu Shusa
Er Kame
Yavne
Gary
Jet Bomber Crashes Killing Five Men In California
A Northrop YB-49 flying wing bomber crashed near MAROC Air Base California, killing five Air Force crew members. Eyewitness Dale Wilson reported a high altitude explosion followed by a violent plunge and fire as authorities began preliminary investigations. The wreck occurred minutes after takeoff during a routine test flight in the desert region. victims' identities were withheld pending notification of relatives.
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California
Maroc
Calif Arr
Northrop
Air Force
Dale
Wilson
Alton
Kern County Sheriff's Office
Zai
City-Wide Recreation Plan Take Effect Monday
City recreation program by Curr Recreation Director Granford Monley to include all ages in Dothan. Starting Monday the plan sends groups to Napier Field for swimming and games mornings, with tennis, softball, volleyball, and gym activities available. Afternoons feature readings, story times, crafts, and a broad schedule from Monday through Friday, expanding after school emphasis at local campuses.
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Reuben Heering
Dothan
Curr
Granford Monley
Morne
Napier Field
Dowhan
T. Heard
Seth
Exgbt
Frida
Mordey
Miners Pension Battle Revived in Negotiations
Washington AP report details renewed conflict over miners pensions as United Mine Workers and soft coal operators prepare to restart contract talks. Latimer, former UW Se Railroad Retirement Board chair, compared the March 12 operator survey with a prior November survey, disputing pension amounts and funding. Ezra Van Hon, operator trustee, acknowledged the March 12 survey's existence but kept it private.
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Max Wall
Washington
APY
John DL. Lewis
Bosueryy
Towers
Pervin
Forster& Crosby
Tho Wen
Lews
Murray W. Latimer
Cliinan
UW Se
Latimer
Latanes
Sad Tater
Lidmer
Mate
Lewin
Ezra van Hon
Ree Dorler
Governor Folsom Improving Says Secretary
Montgomery ADC report from Governor Folsom’s hospital saying he is much better after throat infection. Two family physicians came in for confirmation as his executive secretary Finney cited improved condition with fever subsiding and temperature near normal.
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Folsom
Montgomery
ADC
Gowdane KB
Kote Wan
HL Finney
Graton
Calan
Fane
Candidates Froth At Mouth In Turbulent Session
AP reports a heated scene as candidates clash during a contentious meeting. The dialogue grows tense with sharp exchanges and crossing accusations, while bystanders observe and officials try to restore order.
Truman Urges Action on Farm Plan in Nebraska Speech
President Truman told 150000 Nebraskans at Aksarben Coliseum that farm prices and markets must be secured. He outlined four point program including flexible price supports and strong conservation, urging Congress and Republicans to pass farm legislation now. He warned that the nation needs action, not delay, and tied his push to November politics.
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Truman
Congress
Douglas B. Cornell
OMAHA
Teuman
Yayly
Kansas City
Missouri
AksSar-Ben Coliseum
Thomas F. Dewey
New York
Robert A. Tutt Hohiad
Mintosott
Harold E
Polit 4
Tyran
Tariff Act Extension For One Year Likely
Senator Millikin and committee members indicate a one year extension of the tariff act is likely with administration favoring a three year continuation. A Senate committee recommends a longer period but House supporters push for one year. Final decision rests with the President after agency recommendations and congressional veto options are considered.
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Waslington Calty
Millikin CR Coler
Honate Finance
Corday Catley
Hore
Congress
Millkin
House Farm Group Backs Parity Price Supports
Washington report says the House Agricultural Committee voted to maintain price supports at no less than 10 percent of parity for major commodities including cotton, wheat, corn, oats, barley, and peanuts with minimal reductions possible. The panel proposed amendments to keep purchasing power and avoid drastic falls, aiming for a continuation of farm supports through 1950 and tying decisions to Secretary of Agriculture actions. The measure moves to the House floor next week for final action.
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Washington
Howe Agventure
Hors
Peukey
America
Aguculure
Decidhin
Teapgurt
Fiak
Ford Raises 1949 Cat Prices Nearing Nine Percent
Ford boosts prices on its 1949 car line by about nine percent, signaling a cautious move amid tax and cost pressures. Industry observers note rivals may follow as the price uptick tests consumer demand and market balance.
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Ford
Vanport Disaster Toll Rises Amid Flood Crests
In the Columbia River valley near Portland 52 people are missing after Vanport disaster. Red Cross reports 45 of the missing are children. Bodies of two children recovered, toll rising across flood-stricken area as high water tests dikes and swells threaten the metropolitan district.
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Vanport
Northwest
Portland
Red Cross
Nnu
Columbia Dt
Valley
Columbi
Hakom
Wolssing
Aurelvors
Jews Oppose Limit On Immigration
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Palestine
Paraedi
Ated
Faria
Mnourt
Syria
Jane
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