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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1950
Page
4
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Senator O Connor of Maryland urged immediate removal of Valentin A Guy Ritchey a Russian indicted for espionage from UN payroll while awaiting trial. He notes US taxpayers funded part of the UN budget with Ritchey earning 2400 dollars while awaiting trial and 900 monthly thereafter, calling it indefensible.
A town welcome features Elbert Boozer and a campaign trailer carrying a working model of the State Capitol. The trailer, built in Alabama, carries a price tag between 20 000 and 23 000 dollars and harkens Boozer’s pledge to return the Capitol to the people. Local chatter notes changes in governor pay and dates referenced for 1951.
Miller G Williams a Montgomery County sales rep and Boost Boozer supporter is noted as a key attendee at the Boozer event. The piece recalls his role selling Houston County rout machinery at 1.815 over limp price last year and hints Houston County residents will miss his presence while Judge Boozer and the Capital will attend.
The Monthly Record from Connecticut State Prison argues radio crime programs fuel crime, citing inmate author quotes about 25,000 murders a month. It cites monitoring of 50 programs over two weeks showing theft, blackmail, kidnapping plots and extortion.
A janitor at a Dothan establishment faced a string of complaints about climate control. He first turned on the heat to fix the cold, then the air conditioner as it became too hot. The residents could not agree on the ideal temperature, illustrating that you cannot please everyone and even on weather.
The Alabama Department of Archives and History led by Marie Bankhead Owen asks Charleston officials to return Osceola's remains to Florida, arguing the Seminole chief died in a Fort Moultrie dungeon and was buried on Sullivan's Island. The move highlights state pride and a shift from federal influence.
John Temple Graves reflects on Belgium's 37 percent vote to restore King Leopold, arguing kings are symbols rather than power brokers. He cites the Duchess of Windsor in New Orleans, notes romantic appeal of monarchy amid democracy, and contends Americans crave elevated figures yet reject political autocracy.
The American Broadcasting Company aired a controversial discussion around Eleanor Roosevelt’s This I Remember. Critics Morgenthau and Rosenman questioned the book’s portrayal of events at Downing Street and Chequers, while Mrs. Roosevelt defended rewriting a difficult autobiography and reflected on decisions about Spain and World War II-era diplomacy.
Huntsville Times editor notes a shift from courthouse speeches to broad media and in-person outreach. Candidates use radio, newspapers, literature, and extensive personal contact to reach voters, signaling a new era of showmanship and interactive campaigning.
Fairhope Cow notes optimism for Baldwin as field after field of cover crops and well-fed pasture show strong farming. sees rising dairy cattle quality, potential tourism boost, and new industries. Believes improved country aid and agricultural gains position Baldwin on a path to prosperity.
Twesday morning a large blast on the side of Lookout Mountain was set off to remove blasted material as ongoing road work proceeds. Houston Tomlin, a local Board of Revenue member, says grading should finish soon and paving will follow when weather allows. The DeKalb Times notes further civic interests.
Washington faces a high stakes clash as President Truman weighs CAB funding in a fight between Joseph J. OConnell, CAB chair, and Representative John J. Rooney. The dispute over a roughly 2 million dollar annual appropriation risks limiting safety checks, plane inspections, and accident investigations, potentially slowing aviation expansion.
Tampa attorney filed a circuit court suit to recover 4101,000 he says Sunshine Park owes. He seeks attachment of Marin Book and Trust Co funds, cites two notes totaling 526,000 due March 10 and 14, and notes resignation from Sunshine Park board over policy disputes.
Dr Claude Haygood director of the Alabama Department of the American Legion spoke to Alabama Daughters at a gathering today. About 700 delegates from across the state attended the event with Maj Gen John De Forest addressing the concurrent banquet. A New York fire boat and its pumps were noted for potential inland aid.
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