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Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1949

Page

3

Page from 1349 edition listing motor route permits and notices

The document appears as a historical newspaper page with garbled OCR text. It mentions motor route permits, postage, and publishing details from The Telegram/Dothan Eagle era, including dates around June 21, 1349, and references to publishing by The Keate Publishing Co and Associated Press.

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Fragmented Psalm and Shakespeare Quotations

Obscure OCR text mixes religious lines from Psalms with a Shakespearean flourish. The fragment references mercy and judgment, prayer, and breathing within, but lacks a coherent narrative or clear event to summarize.

Roosevelt Remarks on Family Public Service Sparks Debate

Mrs Eleanor Roosevelt commented on her son Franklin Jr being sworn in while Congress debated a Navy secretary position. She noted Jonathan Daniels’ possible appointment tied to a family tradition, while critics argued against public office due to lineage and warned against dynastic careers. The exchange touched on whether such "tradition" should shape leadership in government.

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Pork barrel push fuels Alabama bridge bill described

The Alabama Senate discusses a pork barrel bridge project as sponsors J Bruce Henderson and Hedin Swift propose allocations. Funds would total 2.0 million for certain districts with some counties receiving large sums while others gain little. Senator Hardwick labels the plan a pork barrel scheme amid criticism within the chamber.

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Alabama Bridge Bill Sparks Political Clash in Senate

The text condemns what it calls the economy bloc in the Alabama Senate for opposing Governor Folsom’s spending while backing a multi million bridge program. It accuses senators of inconsistency and using bridges to benefit themselves, arguing the plan shifts county control to the state and diverts funds from fed participation. The piece cites Henderson Swift and calls out alleged political maneuvering and pork barrel politics.

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Dothan Considers Ordinance to Curb Klan Activities

City commissioners consider a Klar-centrol ordinance to deter violent demonstrations and Klansmen here. The piece argues against tolerating hate groups, notes a past failed recruitment drive, and asserts Dothan will enforce law to prevent violence and intimidation by sheeted protesters.

Dothan Rian Hole

Fox Hunters Plan to Depopulate Dale County Herds

Dale County debates a proposed bounty plan to kill foxes to curb rabies. A 25 dollar reward is offered per fox, with proof shown via the animal’s tail at the county agents office. Officials push poisoning and shooting as methods, while urging public cooperation to curb spread and create jobs amid Alabama’s Gulf coast appeal.

Dale County

Afterwar fears on spying and unions in America

John Temple Graves argues postwar paranoia over Russian spying and communist influence is understandable but cautions against broad suspicions. He notes CIO infiltrations and praises labor leaders for acting, calls for firm law enforcement, and urges Southern resolve with real jail time for criminals.

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Pegleron Unions and Racketeers Stir Controversy in 1949

Westbrook Pegler argues unions are largely corrupt and dictatorial, citing leadership, ballots, and political gifts as proof. He condemns executives, lists abuses by Teamsters and others, and says anti-union stances protect workers' freedoms against racketeers.

New York Crown Heights Willam J Smith S. Ju Mr. Pester Fegler Bhorough John L. Lewis United Mine Workers Teamsters Dan Tobin Carpenters’ Union Hod-Carriers Pegler Committee On Regulations Rank and File Israel Ladies Garment Workers Union David Dubinsky Haan Lugi Antonini Antonim Musicians' Union California United States Inter

Sema Times Journal salutes Burns as he resigns to lead bank

The Sema Times Journal honors Lusien P. Burns after 18 years as editor and mayoral figure in Sylacauga urging readers to celebrate his resignation to become bank president. It notes Selmians’ praise under the banner A Job Well Doug and highlights Alabama politics with Pete Jarman’s ambassadorship to Australia.

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FDR Jr and Pecoratienda Mayoral Link Could Shape 1936 40

The column argues Franklin D Roosevelt Jr. may gain a better gubernatorial shot if Justice Ferdinand Pecoratienda is elected mayor of New York. It notes Tammany’s influence, possible resistance from upstate and downstate factions, and how the mayoralty outcome could affect the younger Roosevelt’s political path, along with related party dynamics and other national figures.

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Notable Visitors and Local Notes from Howie Texas

The column mentions Mrs. N E Whiddon of Howie Texas visiting relatives, former ties to Kew Batchelor's Buttons, Mrs. CE Harmon appointed Register in Chancery for Houston County by Judge H A Pearce. Also notes Miss Louise McLendon visiting relatives, and a Milwaukee brief about Bet Berman applying for a marriage license with Floyd Vermann.

N. E. Whiddon Howie Texas Kew CE. Harmon Houston County H. A. Pearce

Billions Clash in Washington Budget Debate

Confused debate over money values prompts officials to dispute billions versus millions during a State Department discussion. Senator McCarran interrupts to correct an aide, while Vice President Mars speaks of America needing a good five cent cigar amid the tense exchange.

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