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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1949
Page
1
Misread fragments report local notices and church events including homecoming corrections at Rocky Branch Church, cemetery work at Mt Enon, and a revival schedule. Names, transfers, and welfare board mentions appear amid scattered civic items and public notices.
An itinerant crippled vendor with no fixed address was found injured in a stable after a spill of mud. He was examined by Dr Burkett and taken to jail to await healing before using crutches. Police say he arrived Sunday from Coquat Georgia, age about 21, with one leg and foot amputated in Chicago ten years ago.
Montgomery livestock yards report mixed cattle and hog prices with calves and vealers weak to steady. heavy activity on barrows and sows with prices around 50 cents higher on some loads. Thomasville GA note lists eight plant totals, hogs and cattle sales at major plants, plus a vehicle collision affecting a local resident.
The notice outlines entry level roles for youths including cashiers, receptionists, clerks, wait staff, and delivery helpers. It notes positions in offices, beauty operations, and retail with opportunities for advancement and training, mentioning nearby towns and employers.
Washington report by Lyle C. Wilson compares next year’s federal defense and welfare spending with the assessed property values of states. The Ferguson scale pairs national figures with state valuations, noting states like Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Texas, Missouri and Kansas have valuations roughly matching proposed federal outlays. The piece cites twelve states and suggests their combined values could cover a year of federal costs.
Cotton broker T. W. Palmer Burt was struck by an automobile while crossing Main Street at St Andrews Street. He was treated in a downtown doctor's office for bruises and arm injury, then admitted for observation. Patrolman Seab Jane reported the driver as Macion Riley of Slocoamb.
Hushway patrolmen investigate a reported hit and run on Cotefonwood highway near Union Hill Church. Eugene Trawick of Cottonwood was struck, his vehicle damaged, and two others named Hall and Mason are aiding the inquiry as details remain incomplete.
The Houston County Board of Registrars announced a July session plan for registration. A five day version, required by law, will be scheduled, with meetings on the first and third Mondays as part of ongoing yearly activity.
The courtroom heard claims by 11 Communist defendants including Gilbert Green and Eugene Dennis. Green faced a $5,000 bail revocation as witnesses testified about fear and alleged government secrets, while Judge Medina warned protesters and ordered sentences for others amid a tense clash with the defense and press.
Albany AP recounts the life of Mercy Jemison, an 18th century mixed heritage woman captured near Pittsburg in 1775. Adopted by two women, she married a Delaware hunter, later wed another Indian, and traveled 600 miles to the Genesee River. A statue near the Letchworth State Park Seneca council house honors her memory.
JH Wynn, 25, was jailed in Houston County on a warrant charging embezzlement. The case alleges he embezzled 228.40 dollars while acting as a deputy agent for S A Cherry, with the warrant sworn by Cherry.
The report notes the 12 member Hoover Commission produced 14 reports and 87 recommendations. Congress granted President Truman power to reorganize the executive branch but not to abolish or override Congress or the courts. He offered seven plans and must await Congress review within 89 days, with veto or modification possible.
Funeral services for Philip J Davis longtime assistant manager of the Alabama Gin and Peanut Company were conducted at Samson Methodist Church with Rev Fore and Rev Barnes presiding He died suddenly at his home Sunday evening Survivors include his wife Anne Bell Davis and two daughters Harriet Beasley Dave and Mary Davie Watching Active pallbearers and honorary pallbearers named from Samson Geneva and nearby towns depicted in attendance lists.
Marianna continues to pace the semi pro West Florida League with a 21 31 record. Graceville sits one game behind in second. Upcoming Chattahoochee at Graceville game set for Greveville tonight. standings show Marianna 15 8 and Graceville 12 2 8.
An American region delegation from Gen Gorgas Post No 1 called in Jefferson Sh rt Holt McDowell and presented a sharply worded resolution. It questioned why law enforcement had not arrested those linked to numerous crimes and acts of violence. The sheriff stated a lack of personnel to investigate all cases, asking for help from the state and the FBI. Several robed gang incidents were reported, with Sta llworth recounting an event in Sumiton involving a hammer and a confrontation with Klansmen outside a store. He claimed no prior ties to the Klansmen and implied fear of retaliation. The report notes ongoing searches in the Sumiton area.
Funeral services were held for Don B Finson of St Petersburg who died in a car crash near Cross City and for William Thurrow Barnett of Abbeville who died at home. survivors include parents, siblings, and several aunts and uncles. Services were conducted at Johnson Chapel and Abbeville Baptist Church with several ministers assisting.
Heat restrictions close forests in Vermont and Massachusetts as dry woods raise fire danger. Farmers in the Dakotas report healthy fields after rain while aphid swarms threaten hundreds of thousands of acres of small grain. In the West, rivers near flood stage prompt Army patrols. Virginia and West Virginia residents search for missing after Shenandoah and Potomac floods. likely weekend losses reach large sums.
At Fort Lesley J McNmr, President Trimet and Defense Secretary discuss Navy partisans criticism of armed forces unification. Former Navy Secretary Sullivan resigns in protest over cancellation of a supercarrier project. Sullivan warns the decision could trigger moves to abolish the Marine Corps and reshuffle Navy and Marine aviation.
Fragmentary report shows the House calendar stalled with talk of the Boswell Amendment and anti masking bill. Senate approved measures await first reading as Governor Gow Folsom’s return from Colorado Springs is delayed by weather. Delegations and officials gathered at Maxwell Air Force Base with unclear purposes.
The State Supreme Court ruled Sheriff Grover Baggett of Walker County must face impeachment charges. The court set a trial date for July 11 as Baggett faces accusations of willful neglect of duty and corruption. His attorneys argued the state failed to properly charge him, seeking dismissal on technical grounds.
Police suspect burglars were frightened away by passerby Clay Gibbs when he arrived at the Royal Crown Billing Co on Montgomery Highway. He found tampering evidence and signs the intruders were forced to retreat, with no valuables reported missing.
Cleveland reports Dr. Samug Green and Goldwasser plan a Friday meeting in Atlanta to discuss lynching and Klan activity. He claims threats followed a conference with Greve and notes a letter signed by the Klan was received, urging action and warning minorities to leave Tennessee and Georgia.
Washington Itc the National Labor Relations Board today reported no clear majority in a collective bargaining election among employees of Armstrong Cork in Macon Georgia. Most workers refused to ballot further the International Association of Machinists The United Brotherhood of Linoleum and Pavement Workers CIO. In one group the count was CIO 4 AFL 2 and no union. In another group the count 438 CIO 9 AFL 4 human 258.
Two more persons were named on indictments returned by the Houston County grand jury that week. Cara Lee Hall posted bond after an indictment charging theft of clothes and cosmetics valued at 3200 from Eva Hess. Mare Dayo faced grand larceny charges for allegedly taking jewelry valued at 50 from J A Davidson. West Liberty State students are learning jewelry making in an art department course led by Ruth West, blending amateur originality with professional refinement.
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