March 4 1947 Briefs Echo 1940s Faith and Quote
A compact snippet from March 4 1947 features religious reflections with a quoted Bible verse from Mark and a Terence line about uproar and disbelief. The read is era style and editorial in tone.
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1947
Page
2
Luxury taxes show postwar U S spending rebound in 1946
IRS data reveal luxury goods tax take rose sharply in 1946. Jewelry 20 percent tax brought in 240 million, furs 98.5 million, cosmetics 97.7 million, entertainment 454.9 million, and liquor taxes increased by 321.1 million with total receipts near 2.69 billion.
Bevin’s charge on Truman fuels Palestine row
The exchange portrays British Foreign Secretary Bevin blaming President Truman for stalling a Palestine settlement. Bevin cites Oct 4 1946 refugee admission as a missed chance while noting domestic politics and New York Jewish votes. The piece argues Bevin’s claim lacks firm footing as Truman’s stance was expected.
Senate Rebukes Folsom and Confirms Sparks Appointees
The Alabama Senate, in a rebuke to Gov. James E. Folsom, confirmed Sparks appointees to Auburn Board of Trustees and rejected his bid to replace them with his own choices. The vote upheld Sparks selections, while Beech’s nomination faced opposition over NYA ties. The piece notes broader political tension and a dig at Gov. Folsom’s call for a special session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gould Beech
Auburn Board of Trustees
Beech
Karl McGowin
Senate
Cooley kinship ties draw scrutiny in Farm Security shifts
The piece examines Rep Harold Cooley NC promoting Farm Security reforms while a relative, Bruce Downey, becomes chief of property management and his wife serves as top secretary, sparking constituent scrutiny amid postwar agency reorganizations and political pressures. It also notes World Mission Week calls and labor committee tensions over steel industry practices and the Warner Act ruling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Harold Cooley
North Carolina
Agriculture Department
Farmers Home Administration
Cooley
Bruce J. Downey
Downey
Wif
Mabel Conley Downes
White House
Truman
Leonard Allen
Louisiana
Taft
Bob Taft
Ohio
Phil Murray
CIO
Senate Labor Committee
Murray
United Stelworkers Union
Jay
Mteres
Fron Ohin
Mueras
Supreme Court
Republic Steel Company
Uchicago Memorial Day
OPA
This Morning by John Temple Graves on teachers strikes
A reflective editorial argues that teachers as public servants face an extraordinary crisis. It says revolution may be necessary to secure dramatically higher pay and reform, while cautioning against wasteful spending and insufficient teacher quality.
Quotations From Leaders On War and Economy
A collection of terse remarks from diverse figures including President Truman, General Eisenhower, and notable economists. The snippets touch on wartime morale, labor rights, education, propaganda, atomic secrets, and public welfare debates.
Bevin Faces Palestine Policy Amid British Strains
The piece analyzes Prime Minister Bevin’s stance on Palestine, his weariness amid winter crises, and his view that the Jewish Agency pressures shaped Truman’s call. It contrasts British-trained Jewish attitudes with Agency rigidity, suggesting Bevin’s preference for a UN-governed settlement and possible dominion ideas in Palestine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Truman
Jewish Agency
Palestine
Titanium dioxide use questioned for Navy
The Navy used only 2.5 percent of domestic titanium dioxide output last year and will use even less next year. The piece suggests Senator Wherry's committee probe the real destinations of titanium dioxide, hinting at a large manufacturer with pant production could reveal more.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Navy
Wherry
The
Bell Syndicate
Incd
World tension grows as Americas seek unity after Mexico visit
Dewitt Mackenzie notes a link between President Truman and Mexico engagement and the Western Hemisphere crisis. He argues two rival spheres may endure but solidarity is needed for peace and defense across political, economic, military, and spiritual fronts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vrurmorn
Mexico
United States
Sitinette
Enid
Burane
Elnglish
Richt
Pacific
Moscow
Washington
Truman
Manuel Aleman
Americas
North
South America
Radio Network Tuesday Schedule Summary
Radio programs across networks list dozens of shows with many hosts and segments. The schedule includes News from the World Bob Tope Amos and Andy Vox Pop Talent Scout Fibber McGee and Molly Red Stellan Comedy Benny Strong's Orch and more across early morning to late night slots.
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Abre-Baale
Abe Jack Smith
Dhs
Elmer Davis
Abe
Orch
H. V. Kaltenborn
Rudy Vallee
Big Town
Lum
Abner
Skip Farrell
Judy
Abe Mel Eliane
Boston Symphony
Abe Tilche
Amos and
Andy
Vox
Fibber McGee
Mally
Arthus Godfrey
Bob Tope
One World Flight
Red Stellan
Nhe-Bank Supper Club
Nbc
Waet
Malone
AP News
Matty Malneck
Boyd Raeburn
Stamps
Ringo Crosby
Red Cross
Garden Gate
Sendyear
Juriett’s
No Drivers License Charged To Enfinger
Clifton Enfinger of Columb route three was charged with driving without a license after a Sunday noon accident three miles east of Ozark. He reportedly struck the rear of a car driven by Dr. M. S. Erlinger as the latter slowed for a wagon. Estimated damage was $300. no injuries were reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enfinger
Clifton Enfinger
Columb Route Three
Ozark
Skipperville
Dr. M. S. Erlinger
Ein
Pate & Muls
Fashionable women balance glamor and duty in dress choices
A fragmented passage notes that women who carry glamour handle tasks well but seek the right parts of attire. It suggests a dress is not mere relic from a closet nor any slippers to wear freely, implying careful selection and endurance in personal style.
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USS Navy
Navy
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