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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1947
Page
2
A religious quotation from Sir Walter Scott is presented, noting biblical verses Psalm 78:32-33 and reflecting on belief, judgment, and reverence for divine power. The date given is Monday, March 10, 1947.
A Alabama legislative column reports the judiciary committee will hear women on jury service next March after pressure from Mrs. Willie Jinghes Tarpley and Mrs. Ida Rosenthal. The piece praises the move as fair play and notes the merit system test under the new administration, including the reinstatement of McRee as chief of the ABC board license division after a personnel-board finding in his favor.
The Veterans Administration reports 217,641 veterans exhausted 52-20 allowances and 2,428 in Alabama. National totals show $2,000,060,000 paid to jobless veterans and self employed since September 1944. Hawaii reports no exhaustions, Alaska only two. Partial data suggests regional variance in uptake of benefits.
London report notes Henry Wallace planned to speak in Central Hall Westminster during a Britain tour while British ministers stayed notably aloof. A separate Miami Beach Jefferson dinner saw Tom C. Clark declare America prefers Harry Truman in 1948 despite costs, signaling political expectations.
The administration learned two lessons last week the legislature has a strong voice in government and the State merit system can protect employees unjustly discharged for political reasons. Alabamians know how the State Senate rebelled against the Governor and the Governor admitted to being overruled.
Washington veterans notes General Marshall shaped WWI and WWII offensives but faces two peacetime aims in Moscow. He seeks a permanent German peace treaty and a lasting friendship with the United States and Russia. Inside the Kremlin a split between Molotov and Stalin factions complicates talks on atomic control, diplomacy, and cultural exchanges as Moscow weighs its approach.
Column discusses church stance on economic issues and whether religious leaders should declare positions. It cites Bishop Oxnam, the Federal Council, and Charles P. Taft, noting tensions over church involvement in politics and economics and the risk of misguiding moral authority.
A 1947 Bell Syndicate column quotes Dr. Robert Seliger and Rev Gordon Baker urging spiritual values over materialism, critiques of global policy, and calls for unity in Christian churches amid Cold War tensions. The piece notes divisions inside the Soviet Union and promises further analysis on peace with the USA.
The piece argues the United States must aid Greece and Turkey, viewing them as Western bulwarks in the Eastern Mediterranean. It cautions against European empire aims, stresses U S vital interests for world peace, and notes Balkan instability could trigger a larger Soviet expansion showdown at the Big Four conference in Moscow.
A dense lineup of radio shows across networks includes News and Commentaries, Mystery programs, Variety segments, and music hour blocks. Notable entries feature CBS and MBS airings with hosts and orchestras, plus special features like The Sanner Club and Face of the News.
Masonic activities for the week include Pythagoras Lodge No 659 regular meeting and third degree work Tuesday night. Thursday night features Doihan Chapter Royal Arch Masons regular meeting and degree work. Friday night a special Pythagoras Lodge meeting is called for degree work.
Auburn home gardeners should plant early and fertilize properly to avoid failure. J C Ford, extension agent, advises using 4-10-7 or 6-8-4 fertilizer per 100 feet of row, lime on sandy soil, borax for turnips and beets, and extra nitrogen for leafy vegetables.
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