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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1950
Page
3
Alabama lawmakers prepare for a lame duck special session to consider school funding. With tax receipts shrinking, education budgets face prorations and potential new revenue needs, as governors and legislators debate whether to call a rapid session to approve supplemental funds before July 1.
The June 196? editorial notes the Supreme Court's ruling on equal higher education for Black students, focusing on Texas as the target and warning Southern states may delay compliance for years. It argues future cases could hinge on court composition, and predicts continued legal battles by civil rights groups to integrate state-supported colleges.
An Air Force van carrying 18 men crashed into three Spartan barracks in Tulsa. One man, A. A Kerr, 58, chief janitor, died of internal injuries. Two others, Alms Puckett, 61, and John W. Long, 58, were hospitalized. Lang Isa guard was lightly hurt. Airmen unharmed as plane tore through a fence and hit barracks. firefighters contained the blaze. About 100 students were near the Spartan cafeteria during the incident.
Washington sources report nearly all milk deliveries halted as nine major dairy firms shut down in a strike by Milk Drivers and Dairy Employees Union AFL. The United said it had only three dairies operating to maintain some deliveries, while the rest were locked out. The union, authorized Friday night to strike at any plant, pushes for a five day 40 hour week amid labor demands.
A union rejected a management offer for a five day week after last minute negotiations. The strike was postponed to allow federal mediators to seek a settlement. no further meetings are scheduled. Dairies planned to keep deliveries to military posts hospitals and vital facilities but no concrete plans exist. Union agent Eugene Hubbard says the strike targets three plants, with some facilities remaining open for babies and hospitals.
A nostalgic discussion argues modern American women balance career and home, praising their intelligence, devotion, and social impact. It extols women’s roles as spouses, mothers, and professionals, noting efficiency, charm, and charity while urging readers to seek personal improvement via a charm guide offer.
Federal Beauty Administrator Oscar H. Ewing announces the National Conference on Aging to explore keeping older workers employed, expanding recreation, civic involvement, and spiritual well being for those over 65. About 1,200 invitees expected for August 13 to discuss extending active life and pushing industry to retire age reforms. The piece notes strong public response and potential for standing room.
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