Alabama Primary Politics and New York Water Shortage
A garbled 1950 era clipping blends Alabama primary politics and New York water shortage talk. It references a crowded race with 15 candidates, fallouts over royal succession hints, and a New York court challenge to halt a proposed water-meter purchase amid a drought and rainmaking claims. The piece mixes editorial tone with stray quotes and dates, highlighting national and state political tensions.
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New York
New York City
Farm Bill seen helpful but needs fixes for Wiregrass farmers
Senate passage of the compromise agriculture price support bill could aid Wiregrass farmers by removing penalties for harvesting peanuts beyond allotments and enabling crushers to buy excess nuts from the government. The article notes lingering dissatisfaction with the farm program and calls for a better balanced system, plus political tension involving Governor Folsom and public figures.
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Senate
Congress
Fans Welcome Smith Opens Dothan Browns baseball season
Wiregrass fans look forward to a spring opening on April 7 as the Dothan Browns under Charles C. Smith begin a season planned to run into September. The eight Alabama State League clubs drew about 240000 fans last year, reinforcing baseball’s economic and social value to Andalusia Brewton Dothan Enterprise Geneva Greenville Headland and Death. Smith bought the club with Clarence Hodge guiding the lineup, aiming for a 75000 gate and potential move to a larger Southeastern League, while fans hope for a strong first division finish.
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Nto
Andalusia
Brewton
Dothan
Enterprise
Geneva
Greenville
Headland
Death
Browns
Charles C. Smith
Slocomb
Smith
Clarence Matty Hodge
Ball Park
Savith
Geneve County
Mrr. Smith
Dothan Browns
City Revenues Up in Early Fiscal Year Dothan
City of Dothan reports October 1 1980 to January 31 1980 revenues ahead by 37031 for four months. Water and electric departments drive most gains totaling 33964, suggesting growth and prosperity for the city.
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Dothan
City of Dothan
Water and Electric Departments
Dolhon
Mister Hill Comes Riding Through Alabama Politics
The Alabama editorial page rails against Truman era influence and threats of loyalty pledges. It contrasts 1950 political tactics with 1848 and 1828 ideals, arguing for party unity while resisting national nominees. It notes editors warn against demagogy and urges States' Rights committees to allow free votes.
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Pap
Mr. Truman
Hill
Truman
Tom Het Jin
Democratic Party
News-Age-Herald
Tom Heflin
Democratic Party of
Alabama
Democratic Party of Alabama
Newaipe Herald
Tom
News-Age Herald
White House as Political Symbol and Mansion Debate
A historical critique argues the White House evolved from a presidential dwelling to a political symbol and chorus of reform. It urges the president pay own bills, cut lavish emoluments, and transfer guest hosting to a dedicated quartermaster, condemning decor, privacy claims, and entitlements as constitutional and ethical issues.
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White House
Hia Tami
Roosevelt
Eleanor
Joe Laur
Alexander Woolleett
Louie Adame
Faulmer
the Thief
Hopkins
Michelyson
David K. Niles
Roosevelt II
Truman
Aome
Greft
United States
Havre
Key West
Shangri la
F. D. Roosevelt
Henrietta Nesbitt
Irauel
Wile
Mayflawar
White Hut
Realistic pictures in newspapers spark debate in Washington
Editors and readers clash over printing accident photos. Some hail vivid images as effective traffic lessons, while others condemn them as disturbing. The Alabama Journal notes mixed reactions and asserts photos reflect life, not morality. Montgomery Advertiser adds a harsher view on blunt language in related observations.
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Washington
Alabama
Journal
Boyhond
Stewart
Rufus
Eagle
Lavatory
pi.Pathan's High School
Montgomery ‘Advertiser
Boykin predicts large oil finds in Alabama this year
Congressman Frank Boykin forecasts tremendous oil and gas discoveries in Alabama in the coming year. The Greenville Advocate notes the statement with a skeptical, political campaigns angle.
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Frank Boykin
Alahama
Greenville
Through the First Gate sparks reader backlash at The Eagle
The Dothan Eagle condemns John Craig Stewart's Through the First Gate as a spoiled novel filled with smut and offense. Readers reportedly feel disgust, with claims of indecency aimed at a coming of age narrative and troubling prose.
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John Craig Stewart
The
Alabamaian
Ani
Cate
Candidate Promises Draw Skepticism in Clarke County
A Clarke County Democratic voter notes that a candidate seeking the governorship relies on extravagant and implausible promises, doubting whether such pledges justify a bid for high office. The remark reflects local concern about campaign rhetoric versus real achievements.
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Clarke County
World disarmament debate ties to hydrogen bomb policy
Washington report notes McMahon and Tydings push for an international conference to outlaw A and H bombs while Truman presses for faster U S manufacture. Oppenheimer warns of potential scientist walkouts, with mixed views on using H bomb for peaceful ends. William L. Slattery retires from public service after 24 years in federal agencies.
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Washington
McMahon
Joint Atomic Energy Committee
Tydings
Senate Armed Services Committee
White House
Truman
United States
Ottawa
London
Paris
Fuchs
Russia
Ydings
Trutman
Acheson
Pentagon
Capitol HI
Revis
J. Robert Oppenheimer
Atomic Energy Committee
Russie
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Mr. Slattery
Framiga
Mass
Marittime Commission
Germany
Judge Carr Famous In State As Minstrel Man
An Alabama appellate judge, Robert Bryan Care, famed as an interlocutor in local minstrels, entertains with wit and odd anecdotes. He compares himself to Holmes and Twain while discussing money theory and amusing hoaxes at a table with a noted magazine author.
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Robert Carr
Montgovery
Ala
Robert Bryan
Fcoe Okit
Mary
Sitges Carr
Alabamz
Performanc
Oliver Wendell Holmes
Tee
U. S Supreme Court
Alabama
Holmes
Tegal 'Mia
Judge Carr
Bay States
Biaenney
Germany
Soller
Pratt
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