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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1946
Page
3
The War Department disclosed a shift lowering 212 generals to colonel by June 30 to fit demobilization. The piece argues against mockery, praising generals for leadership that secured victory and stressing the need for strong officers, despite rank changes. It reflects wartime sentiment on hierarchy and gratitude.
A Federal Council of Churches remimission urged U S rebuilding of Hiroshima and Nagasaki as repentance for atom bombs. Five Columbus pastors denounced the plan as disrespectful to dead soldiers and called the council un-American. They blamed pacifist and radical centers for the proposal.
The text argues against vengeance and calls for a measured approach to postwar policy. It warns against groups pushing political bias and urges fair treatment of all Oriental peoples, contrasting calls for destruction with the need to extend sympathy and justice after Japan’s aggression.
A lilting tune celebrates self worth while posing a swap thought experiment. The lyric notes that no one possesses all good and all bad traits, and everyone carries both strengths and flaws. The piece uses a reflective, light tone to explore human imperfection.
A reflective piece arguing that faith in God and in fellow humans is essential to peace and progress. It warns against blind confidence in nations and progress unchecked by moral restraint, urging trust in higher principles to unite negotiators, diplomats, and workers toward a just world order.
A critical view argues the push for a free Philippines after World War II was undermined by a powerful MacArthur era staff. It cites Courtney Whitney Mike Elizalde and Col Andres Soriano as economic players leveraging war gains, with Villamor detailing military uses of air power for mining interests. The piece warns continued stability after July 4 hinges on balancing foreign business influence with Filipino sovereignty.
A long opinion piece recalls Churchill’s wartime leadership and urges strong Anglo American collaboration to deter Russia. It discusses UN reform, the potential British American alliance, and the need for decisive policy, while critiquing pro Russian sentiment at home. It notes Washington figures and business interests shaping aid and postwar plans.
Radio listings show a Sunday lineup across networks with Jack Benny and The Thin Man adventures, Drew Pearson commentary, Blondie Dagwood comedy, health and medical segments, Beulah and Sunday Evening Symphony, Fred Allen’s show, Crime Doctor, Winchell, Hollywood commentary, LaGuardia’s Sunday Column, and Phil Baker’s Take It Or Leave It among others, featuring varied music, variety, and news segments. The schedule notes multiple time slots, program names, and host or segment titles, indicating a broad broadcast slate.
The Enterprise council plans a special census to determine current population accurately. The Chamber of Commerce will conduct a door to door count and list every resident within corporate limits. Officials argue the 1920 and 1940 figures are outdated for today’s growth.
Grady Proctor, partner in a two man’s clothing store with Ed Shirling, reports Enterprise is booming. He notes crowded demand for space, widespread desire to start new ventures, and that Camp Rucker’s end has not slowed hiring or money in circulation. He forecasts strong times for the region.
Walter Beall serves as president and Dave Folsom as vice president and cashier of Citizens Bank in Enterprise. About 20 stockholders back the venture, with daily deposits rising beyond half a dozen and occasionally reaching 15. The bank began operations before all fixtures arrived to avoid delays, and Beall, a Bramley nephew, has been in Enterprise a few months and is known in Alabama banking circles.
Fragmentary report shows a rabid fox incident near College Street causing fear and police alert. Citizens circulated notices while authorities pledged rapid veterinary and public safety actions.
Coffee County extends a calf show planning notice with a two calf event in April. The first show will be staged in Ba with entries from 48 Civ members FFA and FRA. prizes include 20 grand champion 15 reserve champion and 5 and 2 for first and second in showmanship. Additional prizes of 15 19 5 250 1 in each heavy medium and light classes awarded for places one through eight.
A wartime tax guidance column explains exemptions for military pay, filing deadlines for taxes owed, and installment plans. It notes enlisted pay largely exempt, officer pay mostly exempt, and outlines must-file rules and postponement options. It also lists mustering-out pay pensions and education benefits as exemptions for discharged veterans. Next: Payments and Refunds.
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