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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1951
Page
2
Cross Sections Of Life In The Wiregrass a tee ee Florids binging Cone will meet at Coulte toe f. Bonifay Susiay, . C. Peneingten, president, of Wayseu, commenced today.
A grand jury indicted 100 men in a $70 million per year bootlegging operation moving tax free liquor from Cairo Illinois to dry areas in the South and West. Named defendants include Joseph Wenger of Cairo and Baltimore figures Marriott Jacobson and Wishnia. The scheme allegedly paid the four a large share of profits and ran from 1949 to 1950, with U S Attorney William Hart citing substantial losses to state treasuries.
Pvt Dol B. Sawyer son of Mr and Mrs John T. Peacock of Slocomb Route Two was killed in action in Korea, per Defense Department report. The casualty list also includes Cpl Waverly McFatter, husband of Mrs. Paul Wine McFatter of Headland Route Three, who was killed during Korean fighting.
Montgomery witnesses including Elba residents Rost Clark and Feed Folsom were subpoenaed to testify before the Legislature parole investigating committee about the mass release of convicts during the former governor’s administration. The panel considered calling ex Prison Director Frank Bowell and noted prior testimonies from Draper Prison staff.
Former Representative Joseph F. Casey refused to identify his partners in a war surplus ships deal before a Senate committee. He stated the testimony did not prove the stated profits and cited not recalling many stockholders of American Overseas Tanker Corporation. The hearing touched on collaboration with officers and directors and alleged political influence related to the case. Casey, a former Democratic congressman from Massachusetts, has practiced law in Washington.
A teenage boy trained in 2006 to join the Navy after passing general and special tests despite leg issues. He saved money, received a pen penter job offer, and ultimately was accepted to attend the Naval Training Station at Great Lakes, Illinois, with final dates noted for departure.
The Newville quartet Jerre Kirkland Towell Elliott Dance Barnes and Charler Roney won second place in the district quarterfinal FEA singing contest at Readland. Billy Wright of Geneva High won first in public speaking with Billy Mathis of Ozark High second. Quarters from Houston Henry and Geneva Counties competed. winners advance to the district semifinals in April.
Pvt. Peter J. Kelly was fined 50 dollars and costs after pleading guilty before Judge Theodore Jackson in Houston Law and Equity Court to temporarily using another's automobile without consent. Previously arrested on grand larceny related to a car owned by W. H. Big Bailey, the larceny charge was not pressed as a warrant was issued on the lesser count.
Evansville electronics technician Glenn Epps Ruckman, 35, suffered a broken leg and cast after an accident on a hospital ship during a baseball game in Pusan Korea. The Defense Department confirmed Ruckman was aboard and injured while aboard the vessel, details limited.
Receipts totaled about 2,200 hogs across Moultrie Thomasville Tifton Dothan Jacksonville and Tallahassee with hog quotes steady to 25 cents higher. Good to choice 190 to 240 pound barrows and gilts brought 19.50 to 20.25 with some loads around 20.00. sow classes and lighter cuts varied by plant. Cattle and calves in Montgomery showed modest gains for beef cows while feeders and slaughter hogs posted mixed moves with prices ranging through 16.00 to 21.00 for different weight classes.
Fred N. Whigham 60 of Marianna died in Dothan Alabama following a long illness. Born Blue Springs Alabama he taught school in South Alabama and West Florida. Survived by wife Jessie Ward Whigham son Norman B. Whigham sister and brother. Funeral at 2:30 pm tomorrow in Marianna with burial in Malone Cemetery. Also includes a brief home tip about celery sticks in carrot rings.
The State Department backs a military assistance program totaling about $800 million aimed at expanding training missions in American states and aiding Latin American partners. Officials stress the plan does not push for Latin nations to build up armies or air forces, but to patrol sea frontiers as part of collective security.
Funeral services and burial for W D Money of the Leverett community in Geneva County were held at Piney Grove Church with Rev. McGriff officiating. Survived by widow and numerous children. funeral arranged by Boyd Funeral Home of Samcon. Also, Jensin Holder, 83, near Newton, buried at Mt Zion Church with Holman Funeral directing. three daughters, five sons and many grandchildren noted. A third obituary lists a Mrs. Lawrence of Ashford route two and family members, services at Ashford Methodist Church and Ashford Cemetery with Ward Wilson directing. The deceased resided in Ashford area for 30 years and was member of Ashford Methodist Church. survivors include husband, children, and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Philadelphia editor Walter Annenberg invites Dr Alberto Gainza Paz publisher of La Prensa to serve as guest editor for up to three months to campaign for press freedom. Paz fled to Montevideo after an Argentine congressional committee ordered his detention for contempt. Annenberg praises his courage and the defense of democratic principles in Argentina.
A report from Montgomery details a legislative push to require literacy tests for prospective voters, with critics arguing such measures would disenfranchise whites and Negroes alike. The plan ties to debates over registration, citizenship, and a proposed amendment similar to New York’s system. Local college leaders seek more state funding amid enrollment and fee revenue concerns.
Republican Senator Conar O’Conor questioned three suspects in a probe into gambling operations in northern Kentucky and Nevada. William G. O’Brien was held under $10 000 bond after refusal to testify citing rights to privacy. The committee plans contempt citations if needed.
Alabama medical technicians from across the state gather for the 10th annual convention at Huntingdon College this weekend with W S Willingham of Baycene serving as president of the association.
USDA notes North Georgia live poultry market steady with ample supplies. Demand fair to good, offerings light for sizes 3 to over. Prices paid FOB farm steady this Tuesday and morning, broilers and fryers across weights mostly 31 to 42 cents, range 30 1/2 to 32 1/2 cents.
Cotton futures in New York were unchanged to 36 cents higher with May at 45.39 and Oct at 40.78 while July stood at 45.12. New Orleans saw irregular trading as long realizing pushed up some contracts though May remained at ceiling. prices at 11:30 a.m. showed mixed moves, with May around 83.39 and July near 44.90.
Fragmentary ad text promotes dermatological relief for pimples and itching. It warns against scratching or squeezing to avoid infection and promises skin improvement with Peterson’s remedy, citing a potential money back guarantee and topical application.
Washington report states John Wayne Willisms a Hong Kong vice consul confessed taking about 10 000 dollars in bribes to speed Chinese visas. The State Department and immigration authorities seek to locate other Chinese holders via bribery routes and may expel violators. About 100 Chinese entries linked to Williams, many for short visits or onward travel.
AUBURN AP Eight speakers will address the Southeastern Regular Conference of the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture when it meets at Alabama Polytechnic Institute April 6 7. Speakers include Lemuel P. Snow API Fort, David McVey University of Florida, Sam T. Hurst Tulane, Buford L. Pickens Tulane, Edward M. Fearney University of Florida, Bernard Lemon Tulane, Richard Pretz Georgia Tech, and Henry L. Kemphoepfer University of North Carolina.
The article notes commissions and a legislative committee aiming to influence state policy. It mentions plans to canvass inputs and push for final form while considering changes to the state gasoline tax and potential exemptions. The piece reflects a Jacksonville, Florida context with focus on fiscal measures and committee actions.
Mrs W O Jones of Chicago credits her mother in law with recommending HADACOL when she was weak and rundown. The ad claims HADACOL provides relief from lack of vitamins B1 B2 niacin and iron and may help readers who are run down.
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