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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1950
Page
2
A report from Dothan details a new carrier assignment for a local route in the Wiregrass region. The incident notes a boy named Ethone Jey suffered a fractured leg after a fall from steps at the Thomley home. hospital officials report a serious condition but provide no further details.
A Circuit Court jury acquitted Wert King on assault and related charges after trial. The case involved alleged illegal revenue schemes, licenses, and a separate murder intent count. The verdict marked the end of a long court proceeding with links to prior appeals and grand larceny accusations.
Washington AP reports Miss Jo Aan Vena of Troy is set to represent Alabama at the Alabama Society event. Details in the incomplete text indicate preparations for a pageant or ceremonial role, with reference to a person named Thomas Vana connected to Troy.
Campaign notes show speakers decrying race politics and urging party loyalty while calling for statewide radio responses. Candidates like McNell and Stepp claim veteran gains, defend funding plans without tax hikes, and press for cooperative state federal action.
The February health department report by Dr T Burkett details immunizations for diphtheria and smallpox, typhoid fever, and other vaccines. It notes inspections of barber shops, beauty parlors, and food handling establishments, dairy farms, school lunchrooms, and slaughterhouses, plus animal slaughter totals and disease counts including cases of smallpox and gonorrhea.
The Women's Society of Napier Methodist Church opposed liquor legalization in Dale County. A circulated petition urged a local trend against liquor. The Methodist group adopted a resolution declaring support for temperance and urging Christians to join the stand.
Residents in Guadalajara Juarez Mazatlan and Durango report disk sightings similar to one seen over Dayton Ohio. Officials say the Dayton saucer matches Venus astronomers doubt the Mexican claims while a Los Angeles buyer promotes a crash rumor. Ray Dimmick claims wreckage seen in Mexico City but cites secrecy from government.
Jefferson County official Ng Sam Alfred blames Washington for patronage and argues Mississippians suffer as Mississippi Democrats and the national party clash. Mullan, Mississippi Republican Harvey Res3, and Len Hill are cited amid calls for a stronger Speaker on Truman line and questions about loyalty to Troman and States’ Rights factions. The piece notes that both Mississippians and the national party use each other as whipping boys in an effort to win reelection.
Government witnesses testified to a planned assault by a provisional Klavern in Dade County aiming to whip Black residents. The sheriff allegedly led Klan vehicles to the Clay home as victims begged for help. a Clay woman identified a hooded man as a participant in the crime.
Democratic leaders appear to abandon the $1 billion net tax increase proposed by President Truman. They discuss trimming excises by about $1 billion, while seeking extra revenue elsewhere via closing loopholes and new levies on corporations, inheritances, and gifts. House Ways and Means members hold closed sessions with Speaker Rayburn and McCormack seeking a compromise before planned talks with Republicans.
The regular meeting of state institution superintendents convened at Slomoe Industrial School for Boys in Marianna Florida. Attendees included officials from Apalache Correctional Institution Chattahoochee State Hospital Gainesville Ocala Raiford Arcadia Belle Glade and other facilities. After sessions the group toured the school led by Superintendent and Mr Dosict Truncheon.
Funeral services for Dr Wallan Blackshear seventy four who died Thursday were set for 3:30 pm at Panckard Methodist. The Rev Judkins and Rev Ingie officiated with burial in Pinckard cemetery by Holman of Oravit. Survived by wife Mrs Jennie Clark Blackshear of Pinckard three sons WM and JD Blackshear of Panama City and J B Blackshear of Pinckard a sister Mrs KC Hall of Dothan and several nieces and nephews. Dr Blackshear once practiced in Dothan after residing in Pinckard.
A jury acquitted a doctor amid jubilant crowds and car horns ringing through the countryside. Dr Sander and his lawyer expressed relief as bystanders cheered, bells rang, and the village celebrated into the evening.
Fragmented notes discuss US UK atomic cooperation, British push for tighter partnership, and a potential plan to store some American bombs in Britain under US control. Debates cover legal limits, personnel, and the role of British and Canadian involvement in wartime and postwar weapons programs.
A fragment notes a judge referencing his next case and a Mondawall disclosure. It mentions an instinctively worse situation than addressed in the Hint case, with minimal readable context and several garbled terms.
In the Cass AA district first round of the state tournament, Enterprise, the second district Class AA champions, faced Lame of Montgomery this afternoon. The readable lines show Enterprise defeating Kinston with a late push as Sansom and Gadsden contributed, setting up a district victory and advancing in the state bracket.
Acheson argued that unity among the United States and allied nations must be achieved before pursuing working agreements with the Russians. He warned that premature talks could raise false hopes and fears, enabling Russia to exploit divisions for strategic gain.
AP reports New York cotton futures at 1149 am showed slight gains for March and May while others slipped. Prices hovered around 60 cents per bale higher for some months and down 25 to 35 cents for others as traders weighed trade buying and short covering pressures.
Several Wiregrass road and bridge projects total 1 428 000 dollars. Low bids from Troy firms are led by Joel Walter on a county road from Tummbieton toward Haleburg, and by Hordaly on bridges in Geneva and Dale counties. Montgomery Construction Co. wins the Eeho Mid land City roads culverts contract, with Goodwyn and Murphree securing a Wat betti bridge work.
A Barkdale youth, son of Mr and Mrs Barksdale, remains hospitalized after a bicycle accident late Wednesday. He was knocked unconscious and cannot recall the events. The bike was found about 14 feet from him. spokesmen say he may have been struck by a vehicle.
Livestock arrivals totaled 800 cattle 140 calves and 4100 hogs at eight major packing plants in Albany Columbus Mount Myrte? Thomasville Tilton Dothan Jacksonville and Tallahassee. Hogs mostly 26 cents lower with prices ranging from 1050 to 1575 per hundred weight across plants and grades from light to heavy.
Montogomery AP dispatch reports cattle week prices mostly steady with Thursdays stronger for slaughter cattle and limited replacement demand. Hogs show steady to mostly lower results with barrows and gilts down about 50 cents, sows steady. Calves and sheep receipts varied, buyers selective amid mixed offerings at Linoh Stock Yards.
Tax Collector Carl Sellers urged delinquent taxpayers to appear before the Houston County Board of Revenue to explain why their property should not be sold for unpaid taxes. About 100 parcels are delinquent since January 1, with penalties and interest accruing daily. Delinquents receiving notices must appear before the board to avoid seizure and court action.
Dothan High announces honor roll recipients from the latest period. Names include Joyce George, Bentabe Ghalker, Cate Calhoun, Hines Dorothy, Bettye Une, Jean Johnson, Robbiana Smith, Lins Smith, and David Woodham among others.
A meeting of the executive central committee will be held on March 19 at Pierie tun trial Sefivol for Boys. Arthur G Doner, superintendent, hosts the gathering. Mrs Whiteside presiding, with Mrs Sylvia as secretary. Invitations extended to county and state children’s committee chairs.
Marlanna Winslett has been elected president of the Marianna Pilot Club and will succeed Mrs Aasaagett. Miss Lillian cermiits is named first and second vice presidents with Jewel Andrewa as recording secretary, Vivian Davis as corresponding secretary, and Mee Dugmor Williams treasurer. The organization lists 26 members.
Officials report 12 Maund’s clan attacked pirates after weeks of cultivation by Whiteham. Four assailants involved in the conflict between the two men. The courtroom was crowded yesterday at the trial’s start, with spectators crowding adjacent corridors during proceedings today.
Report from Blountstown covers a gathering of Northwest Florida Baptists with representatives from three associations. Noted attendees include Maria and Rev Burns of Marianna First Baptist Church. Secretary for the district was mentioned, along with twelve members from Marianna First Baptist Church participating.
A local home demonstration event titled Landing is scheduled with leaders and presidents expected to attend. Members from Wicksturg, Talies, and Pilgrim Reet clubs are invited for a full day on the 14th, with seating for members and a planned program featuring demonstrations and floor activities.
An account of an Enterprise woman traveling by air to obtain a visa and return, reflecting the era's travel and immigration challenges. The narrative mentions a trip from New York aboard the Queen Mary and notes a journey expected to take about months, with uncertain outcomes and plans to reach home in Birmingham, Ireland.
The Dothan Girl Scouts plan a birthday rally at Young Junior High School tonight at unspecified time. The site was moved from the Dothan Recreation Center due to rental issues, with a program including two films, a presentation of honors, and group activities.
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