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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1946
Page
2
The Dothan Eagle, a daily published in Dothan Alabama, lists publication details and corrections policy. It notes Associated Press credit, public notices, and editorial statements. The page includes a misstatement disclaimer and calls for grievances to be investigated promptly.
The J A Jones Construction Co's Brunswick shipyard funds, owed to workers now scattered, are sought to be impounded by a union petition until workers are located. The firm admits the money belongs to former workers and would return to the Federal treasury otherwise. The petition asks a custodian locate and deliver the funds, noting past collection gaps.
In 1940 and 1946 the House Military Affairs Committee showed renewed seriousness about extending the Selective Service Act which expires May 1938. A closed session with Secretary Byrnes, Secretary Patterson, and General Eisenhower discussed plans for global and military needs. Extension of the draft is top priority as the committee weighs universal training and material mobilization before a vote.
After 113 days the GM strike ends with labor and management agreeing to restart production. The stoppage harmed workers, investors, and dealers with billions in payroll losses and missed profits. It highlights the need for a system to settle disputes without broad economic damage to the nation.
The Senate Judiciary Committee approved a bill to ban payments or gifts to persons aiding in finding apparative jobs for federal office seekers. It would forbid compensation for referring applicants to any department and prohibit kickbacks for renewals. The editorial notes the measure, though belated, targets a corrupt practice in government.
The War Department warns that British and American divisions in Trieste face Jugoslav forces and possible Russian involvement. A 1.3 million strong Russian army in Hungary threatens the Balkans while Stalin pursues broader aims in the eastern Mediterranean. The outcome could widen war or cement a new balance of power among the United Nations.
The speaker critiques church leaders who mix gospel with economic policy and warns against church backing for either capitalism or communism. He argues ministers should avoid doctrinal meddling in politics and economics and preserve church authority for faith and character. He recalls postwar U S isolationism and urges measured, patient engagement with Russia as a political stranger and child.
Radio schedules list programs across genres including News Commentary World News and various musical and dramatic segments. Notable items name hosts and shows such as Arthur Hale and Elaine Carrington plus multiple music and variety offerings.
A reader criticizes the March editorial over four Dothan ministers voting to exclude Catholic and Jewish faiths from representation. The writer urges those ministers to explain their reasons openly and argues Catholic priests aboard ships conducted diverse services. He questions the editorial’s accuracy and calls for clarity on the facts.
An odd collage of names and program tags appears to compile a radio and AP News style roundup. Notable figures referenced include Leighton Noble and John Howard King with various show titles and times noted in a fragmentary broadcast ledger.
In Vienna the Allied commander in chief General Mark Clark hints at a possible four power withdrawal from Austria by next fall, though Russians may oppose an early pullout. He favors returning Austria to its own government to ease occupation strain and notes Pal the cocker spaniel accompanies him. The interview ends with a light aside on retiring U.S. presidents serving as lame ducks for 17 days despite the 29th amendment.
A compact, fragmented excerpt mixing Numbers 35:34 invocations with a personal note about faith and loyalty to country attributed to John J. Critenden. The text presents religious phrasing, a political sentiment, and a personal stance without a clear news event.
Immunization clinic schedule released by Houston County health department lists dates and sites across April. Clinics at Cottonwood School, Douglas School, Grace, Rehobeth, Springs Church, St. Marys, Grove, Macedonia Church, Oak Grove, and other locations for Negro and white students with times from morning to early afternoon.
W T Mager, longtime Montgomery AP chief, resigns effective March 15 to edit and publish the Alabama Farmer's State, a weekly replacing the Alabama Farm Bureau News. He brings 15 years in Montgomery reporting, has served four years as AP bureau chief, and the first issue is set for March 18.
Florence Maney of Stoke Trent and others with ties to Abbeville and Washington are listed in a wartime transportation notice. The Associated Press reports about arrivals and service details including promotions and assignments in the U S Army and Navy, with names such as Jamie R Enfinger, Major Ray Oscar Bagwell, Liten Yates, and Woodrow Hardin among those noted for duty overseas and in support roles.
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