Obituary Notices and Classified Postal Rates In 1948 Eagle
Fragmented text shows a mix of obituaries notices and advertising lines from The Eagle with references to daily and Sunday service areas Alabama Georgia Florida, pricing for notices two cents per word, two cent rate for card of thanks and resolutions, and a list of Associated Press and United Press mentions plus quotes from Jefferson, Psalms and St Augustine dated March 15, 1948.
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Alsbeme
Georgie
Ceeevee Boo
Alabama
Georgia
Fiorida
X. Mail
Earnerae
The Short Form Tax Relief Joke for the Colonel
A weary Colonel John J. Dishwater complains that Republican promises failed to deliver tax relief. He frets over filing his return, noting long hours and confusion with schedules and figures before learning of a simpler short form. The bit ends with cautious suspicion about constitutionality.
Triple Play in Washington as Hatch Plans Federal Appointment
A Senate move unfolds with Senator Carl Hatch of New Mexico declaring he will not seek reelection to await a possible Federal Court appointment from President Truman. Clinton Anderson aims for Hatch’s seat in New Mexico’s June primary while delaying active campaigning until after Congress adjourns in July. Republicans warn the timing may be an effort by the White House to protect incumbents before the next election.
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Secretary of Agriculture
Clinton P. Anderson
Hatch
New Mexico
Ready for a Change in Equal Rights Debate
Washington seeks equal rights for women with a push to pass a simple law rather than a constitutional amendment. Miss Gladys Dickason of AMCWA and CIO backs the bill, arguing a law is quicker and easier to repeal if needed, while a constitutional amendment is seen as lengthy and risky.
Presidential Campaign Spending Levels Seen
The Hatch Act caps each political party at 3 million dollars in federal spending. Democrats Republicans and Henry Wallace's third party may each reach the limit, totaling 9 million for national parties and 9 million for congressional committees. Local and state committees add further expenditures, with federal spending also feeding in to sway voters, creating a staggering overall cost.
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Henry Wallace
Secretary Marshall warns of volatile world risk in Europe
Washington report details Secretary of State Marshall briefing Senator Chan Gurney on global tension. It outlines Russia’s military heft, missiles, and food stockpiles, plus how Italian elections, the Marshall Plan, and Western Europe Alliance shape Soviet strategy and possible U.S. options. It notes terrorism risks in Italy and a GOP clash over administration disclosures.
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Marshall
South Dakota
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Italy
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Czechoslovakia
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Hoffman
Carlton Skinner
Interior Department
Jim
Bender
Skinner
Ohio
Nat Linney
Mineweapolis Star-Journal and Tribune
Peace and politics mix in wartime rhetoric and civil rights debate
An opinion fragment critiques war opponents and defense of democracy, citing Henry Wallace and President Roosevelt era themes. It quotes Senator Borah on anti-lynching efforts, discusses civil rights and federal action, and praises Dr. Arthur Compton while stressing gradual change within existing social systems in the South.
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Democratic Party
Jupiter
Arthur Compton
Science and
Light
Quotations on economics politics and world affairs current mix
A compilation of remarks from public figures including Sen Elmer Thomas Treasury Secretary Snyder Vivien Kellems Robert Boylan Eleanor Roosevelt Charles Tobey Bernard Baruch Robert Taft Leighton Stuart Truman Eisenhower and William Green. The quotes touch on taxation prices policy international affairs and the Taft Hartley Act.
Weather legend and political gossip mix in regional column
Western North Carolina readers share a Northwestern News Bureau item about a local weather saying and a Birmingham/Montgomery political controversy. The piece surveys a tale of a king and a prophet, then shifts to editorials on Jim Folsom and Mrs. Johnson, noting court filings over a possible common law marriage and the political implications for Governor Folsom amid Alabama gossip and ethics questions.
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Cullman
Joe Jones
Folsom
Joe
Alabama
Jones
Jim Folsom
Frank Holeman
New York Times
Birmingham News
Johnson
Big Jim
Folsom Sne
Birmingham
Do We Value Liberty Through Church Attendance
A Covi News editorial urges Americans to reflect on religious liberty and tribute to forefathers by attending church next Sunday. It questions casual worship and calls for renewed commitment to churchgoing as a sign of gratitude for freedom.
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America
Covi News
Mother Killed as Family Involved in City Crash
In Jefferson County a Birmingham area family suffered fatal and serious injuries when a mobile struck another car last night. Mrs Floya Campbell 31 of Adamsville died at a Birmingham hospital. Her husband and two boys Billy Ward 11 and Willie Ward were hospitalized with injuries.
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