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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1947
Page
2
An old Dothan Eagle subscription notice from 1917 outlines rates and terms for daily and Sunday mail delivery in Alabama, Georgia, and Florida. It mentions carriers, motor routes, and the Associates Press copyright statement, with a quotation attributed to Thomas Jefferson.
A compact quotation reflects Edmund Burke’s assertion that a single universal law governs humanity, justice and equity across all patrons and societies, invoking the law of nature as the guiding principle for governance and moral order.
President Truman framed universal military training as a defensive, preventative measure. He urged Congress to enact the commission’s call for comprehensive national defense and warned that delay could let other nations gain power. The Advisory Commission’s report highlights gaps between current provisions and immediate needs.
The State Department, led by Secretary Marshall, sees a changing of the guard with new appointments. Norman Armour becomes Assistant Secretary, replacing Spruille Braden, and will oversee political affairs across European Middle East and American Republics. Robert Lovett designated as Undersecretary for Economic Affairs, bringing New York investment experience.
In discussion on national defence, lawmakers consider rising preparedness costs and argue that delaying decisions serves neither the country nor Congress. The piece advocates a timely choice on security policy despite political hurdles.
The article discusses Hoy Wallace’s effort to form a third party amid a crisis in the Democratic and Republican parties. It suggests a liberal bloc in Congress could prevent a slide to reactionary trends, with talk of a new party attracting reformers and farmers while appealing to Southern Democrats discontent.
Chicago real estate leaders publish a confidential bulletin advising landlords to disregard government rent controls. They claim the government relies on tenant enforcement and push Congress to cut OPA funding to weaken enforcement, hinting at strategies to raise rents as tenancy changes rise.
John Temple Graves discusses death and public figures with polemical voice. Pegler’s harsh remarks about Roosevelt provoke debate on respect for the dead and the legacy of Roosevelt and Wallace in American history.
A pasted collage of quotes from politicians and public figures including Walter Ploeswrth Eleanor Roosevelt Trygjon and Milton S. Eisenhower. The remarks touch on government competition, entertainment, elections, housing, industry, and peace, reflecting postwar concerns about democracy, policy, and UNESCO.
Dr Witt Mackenzie surveys the turbulent progress of British India and the princely states. He notes autocratic rule and the clash of Hindu and Muslim aspirations. The piece discusses the India Pakistan partition context and the British stance on princely state independence within a unified India.
A dense station schedule lists programs across networks for Wednesday including Mistery of The Word, World News, Sheater of Romance, Duffy's Tavern, The Big Story, The Whistler, and various music and news features. Notable names include Jack Carson, Dinagle Day Show, Frank Sinatra, Carmen Cavalieri, Paul Whiteman, and Ted Maline. The lineup emphasizes talk, drama, variety, sports scores, and musical orchestras with morning and evening blocks across AP News and ABC affiliations.
Gadsden battled 101 night to move up in the Southeast division. Gadsden replaced Montgomery in the fire division club, edging their rivals 5 to 4 after tying it up in the Dembrage era. Pensacola won 15 to 6, driving Midrit with an eight run rally in the second. Meridian fell to Jackson 6 to 3 as Selman and Anniste led the nightcap with a twin hit. Selman Brunke earned a abbreviated shutout in the opener.
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