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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1945
Page
11
Odd, fragmented text lists names, places, and prices with legal and publication boilerplate. Mentions Florida, New York, Associated Press, and quotes from scripture and Matthew Henry. Overall lacks clear article focus or event.
The reader wonders about Elliott Roosevelt and a $200000 loan settled for 34000 as alleged in a Westbrook Pegler column. Speculation covers whether A and P president John Hartford would face scrutiny, if high officials helped settle debts, and which Roosevelt family members approved a write off. The piece frames it as public curiosity rather than Roosevelt baiting.
Rep. T. W. Bennett of Calhoun County introduces a bill for a state referendum to decide whether Alabama tax collectors and tax assessors should serve four or six year terms. The move faces strong opposition from the Tax Collectors and Tax Assessors Association, which has lobbied to extend terms and blocked repeal earlier. The piece notes Georgia’s poll tax repeal and mentions broader federal interference debates.
The column surveys postwar maritime scandals and the Senate committee game. It notes investigations into vessel contracts and payments, outlines factions within the Republican leadership, and highlights lobbying by Danaher and other figures shaping wartime policy and Roosevelts era commissions.
A coastal editorial contemplates postwar peace goals centered on US Russia relations and a cooperative world order. It argues true security lies in steadfast liberty at home and abroad, warns against isolating America, and praises veterans leader Major George T. Murray for sane reintegration views.
The listing shows WAGF Sunday and tonight programming across musical clock, church services, news, and light entertainment. Highlights include Laon Coun's Orchestra, Voice of Prophecs, Modern Concert Hall, Baptist Church Service, AP News, Dennis Crooked Square mysteries, 20th Airforce Time, California Harmonies, Nick Certer, Old-Phanthoned Revival Hour, and Hollywood Band Concert segments with various hosts and ensembles.
The Houston County census shows 4578 farms totaling 9580 acres, with 1940 figures at 4154 farms and 398724 acres. The note urges continued farm support, bond purchases, and trust in local leaders, praising city commissioners for efforts on utilities and government overhauls while acknowledging inevitable criticism. It reflects wartime rural concerns, bond drives, and housing prices, urging residents to stay invested and patient.
Fragments show a radio and entertainment lineup listing bands, acts, and shows with multiple hosts and guests. Entries include The Bandwagon Orchestra Abe Quis Ride Joe Kelly M D and others like Hollywood Mystery Theater and We the People guest show.
A fragmentary notice requests action to curb stray dogs in the city and prevent harm from roaming canines. It urges local residents to support measures and a bond proposal to stop the problem, aiming to protect gardens and streets.
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