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Newspaper

Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1947

Page

2

Alabama Leader Urges Fair Taxes to Lure Industry

In Montgomery Lieutenant Governor urges cities to adopt fair tax policies to attract new industry. He says every new plant creates taxable property, payrolls, jobs and higher living standards, and stresses state level action over local favoritism. He warns against loose talk that frightens industry and calls for consistent policy across Alabama. The editorial endorses state leadership to spur economic growth while acknowledging limits of prohibition discussions.

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Fallacious arguments in the prohibition debate

A local critique attacks fallacious claims in the campaign to restore county prohibition. It argues closing the State Store would not force drinkers to quit but drive them to bootleggers, raising jail terms and costs for families and the courts. The piece notes drinkers would still access whiskey and evade the intended economic effects.

Houston County

What Statesmanship by Congressman Landis on Lynching and Poll Tax

Indiana Republican Gerald W. Landis accuses anti lynching and poll tax repeal bills of being spiteful against the South. He says the timing is to pressure Southern lawmakers as Congress tries to adjourn. He notes Senate action on the labor bill and suggests an anti lynching bill would have passed otherwise.

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Abusive bill on bus transport for parents debated in Alabama

The Alabama House considers a Benford bill allowing county boards of education to use school buses to transport parents to school functions. While intended to aid attending graduation, plays, and PTA meetings, critics warn the broad definition could let boards misuse buses for political or non school related events, risking tax funding. The legislature is urged to reject the measure.

Alabama Legislative Wold J. J. Benford Marshall County P.T.A

Alabama Senate Resolution Thanks Governor and Boswell for Barbecue

The Senate of Alabama passed a resolution by Senator A L Patterson thanking Gov Folsom and Frank Boswell for the barbecue served to the legislature at Kilby Prison last week. The note suggests including a nod to Alabama taxpayers.

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Lions Club thanks for publicity in Dothan horse show

In a June 26 1947 note from editor Bill Beck secretary of the Dothan Lions Club expresses gratitude to The Eagle for coverage of a recent horse show. The letter praises the editorial and pledges better future shows to engage Dothan horse lovers and the community.

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Merry Go Round Dispatches From Washington and Hollywood

Washington reports Henry Wallace sought reconciliation with Truman but dropped a proposed paragraph offering to help ease US Russian tensions. GOP chatter centers on costs of a labor bill luncheon and quips about Taft Hartley politics. Hollywood notes cover Czech film censorship under Russian influence and industry shifts. Perry-related stock.

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This Afternoon by John Temple Graves

The Taft Hartley Act is law and the world has not ended. The piece argues the bill shows the people of the United States support for labor reforms and criticizes labor leaders for opposing it. It compares reactions across political camps and notes shifts in liberal and religious groups after the November elections.

United States Congress Edmund Burke Senate Labor Mister Dooley Supreme Court

Diplomatic Pouch Excerpts and Postwar Aims Revealed

In 1947 notes the Bell Syndicate prints advance material from officials including Admiral Leahy and General Clay. It discusses censorship, postwar German rebuilding policy, and Chiang Kai-shek’s urgent appeal for aid. Harriman will visit Germany to study Ruhr coal production and broader Ruhr issues for Truman.

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Standardize arms in Western Hemisphere urged by American leaders

General Eisenhower told the House foreign affairs committee that urgent standardization of weapons across North and South America is needed for mutual defense. Secretary Forrestal and Admiral Nimitz supported arming Latin America with new ships and training. Eisenhower warned rivals already seek to sell arms to Latin America, and emphasized U.S. role as regional arsenal with Canada cooperation essential for protecting Great Lakes industrial centers.

Western Hemisphere America Dwight D. Eisenhower Army House Foreign Affairs Committee Truman Navy Forrestal Chester W. Nimitz Naval Operations Fbisenhower Nimitz United States Marshall Patterson Eisenhower Latin America Canada Great Lakes England France Germany Hitler Fuehrer

Radio Programs On The Networks Thursday Schedule

Radio Supper Club Mystery Of The Week World News via Broadcast Jack Smith Show Grand Marquee Drama Mr Keen Harkness Comment Aldrich Family Suspense Mystery Drama Frances Langford FBI In Peace War Five Minute News Music Hall Eddie Foy Lawyer Tucker Jack Haley and Variety Crime Photographer Five Minute Story Teller Abbott and Costello Magazine Theatre Dave Rowe Music Schedule

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Radio Schedule Fragments Show Dense Day's Listings

Fragmentary OCR lists TV and radio program times and titles across stations, with music, news, and entertainment segments. It reads like a rundown of multiple shows and networks, naming likely programs, hosts, and times, though many entries are garbled or incomplete.

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