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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1951
Page
2
The readable fragments mention The Dothan Alabama publisher and a dated 1802 line, plus scattered references to transportation, subscriptions, and a WW era theme. Names like Lincoln, Palmer, and Detroit appear amid broken street and city fragments, with no coherent event or clear date.
A 1951 church service focus on Psalmic themes urges an undivided heart to worship God alone and avoid trust in earthly man. The sermon highlights casting anxiety aside and seeking spiritual assurance through faith in the Lord.
Alabama expects a robust spring pig crop of about 63 818 000 head making it the second largest on record and aims for 42 000 000 hogs. Officials say the state will market the spring crop in late summer with the fall crop sold next spring, aided by a strong corn harvest and fattening program.
Supreme Court ruling in Washington upheld Alexandria Louisiana house to house selling ban as part of a wider trend. The decision follows Green River Kentucky precedent and has inspired about 100 towns nationwide to consider similar ordinances. Alexandria officials plan to distribute copies and enforce the measure.
The text notes a large and growing door to door business, with some firms only operating via that system. Green River ordinances and Alexandria inquiries push firms to conform to the law or risk survival. Compliance means calling at homes by phone or mail to avoid nuisance peddlers.
Senators protest use of government planes by Treasury officials Edward Foley and Preston Belano after a Sun Valley trip cost taxpayers 5700. Critics note cheaper commercial flights would have reduced expenses and urge grounding agency travel to save funds.
Huntsville plans monthly tourist trade grants watched by nearby communities on the route used by travelers. The city will have the police chief stop out-of-state families and the mayor gift them courtesy tickets for 24 hours of lodging entertainment and services. The idea, from the Rest Ea fete Board, aims to boost hospitality and the local tourist trade.
A public note recounts Korea offering 100000 tons of scrap metal worth over 31000000, refused by officials led by Vice-Consul Woonsang Cho. The text critiques ledger practices and claims Americans do not know what they want in times of scarcity, mentioning water and a “boll weevil” motif.
New York AP report portrays a playful clash as the United Master Barbers of America nominate the top bald heads in the country. They joke bald men are confident and virile, while barbers warn that hair can be a rival. Notables named include Kinsey, Baruch, Lawrence, Murphy, Dalí, Flynn, Einstein, Rockefeller, Hogan, Godfrey. The piece mocks barber culture and ends with wry remarks on bald pride and quips about defeating hair with humor.
Westbrook Pegler reports on Marshall Texas residents labeled housewives who oppose a Social Security extension affecting babysitters maids and other workers. He cites Miss Vivien Kelllems of Connecticut and local Marshall women as rallying in defense of personal liberty, criticizing federal authority and arguing taxes and insurance duties rest with individuals rather than government compulsion.
The Sylacauga News quotes editors warning about blanket prayers for rain while Broad way streets flood, closing stores. The Alabama Times notes a Republican proposal to require motorists to report accidents within ten days and to suspend licenses if proof of fault is lacking, urging responsibility in lieu of compulsory insurance.
A Times discussion on liability insurance for highway accidents leads Rep. J. C. Adams Jr to back stronger financial responsibility rules. The proposal would empower the Highway Director to suspend a motorist license indefinitely until property or personal injury judgments are paid or proven. Residents compare the idea to Massachusetts practice, noting higher required references there.
Turner Rice, vice president and trust officer at Furst National Bank, is moving from Mobile to Birmingham. The veteran banker, later helming the Bellagrah Morse Foundation, built numerous ties in Mobile civic and financial circles, signaling a notable local career transition.
A brief note extols wholesome summer camps for American boys and girls. It urges experiences away from home with responsible supervision and youth companionship. It favors church supervision and cabin life in wooded areas as a respite from modern materialism.
Washington confronts Interior over federal power licensing authority. FPC argues Chapman seeks total control of hydroelectric projects across rivers and tributaries, warning private and municipal power expansion could be blocked if Interior prevails. Case centers on Idaho Power, Roanoke River plant, and Kings River references, with future court decisions on Supreme Court appeal potential.
25 Years Ago June 4 item notes Mrs le Sree and others facing signaling changes. Sanford Dawe sey nominated to succeed over a hydroelectric development tied to byproducts from construction aiding flood control and navigation. FPC briefs cite Norris and other authorities to support public power, while Chapin argues congressional approval does not equal authorization. Rotary club charter bid noted with local attendees.
State Highway Department opened bids today on 38 roads and three projects with an estimated total cost. Of the projects, 23 will be financed by state and county funds for farm to market roads under the Central Valley program. Authorities expect a Roanoke gate license decision to be issued soon.
Lake City Florida Columbia County Ledger publishes its final issue as rising production costs force suspension. R H Granger chairman of the board cites costs as the reason. The move leaves Lake City with only one newspaper, The Reporter, published weekly by John H Perry.
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