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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1946
Page
5
The OPA announced price hikes effective next Monday raising pork costs about three quarters of a cent per pound on average and beef by about a third of a cent. Variations by cut and city include higher rates for certain pork and beef items, with some areas seeing no change.
NEW YORK UPy rules proposed to govern the world press and radio to secure freer information flow across nations. The commission on freedom of the press calls for UN backed multilateral coverage, equal access to sources, and foreign correspondent corps with self administered codes. The plan seeks formal authority to settle disputes within the corps.
About 2,500 veterans wives and guests attended a Chester R. Vickery American Legion rally at Porter's Fairyland with public speaking by Congressman George Andrews praising the GI Bill and Legion role. Wallace Belalone and Aloe Logue presided. A Henry County quartet entertained as the Legion Post band played. Barbecue meat Brunswick stew salad and lemonade were served after speeches with a late dance. Rain muddied grounds and police directed traffic as political cards circulated.
Congressman George Andrews of the Third Alabama District says the next four or five years will decide whether the United States gains a permanent peace. He spoke in Washington about UNO cooperation, Bretton Woods, UNRRA, and the need for caution against another war while urging national and district interests above party lines.
ATU investigator in Dothan scrutinizes sugar and syrup dealers to enforce Treasury rules on raw materials for bootleg whiskey. Officials note tighter controls cut stills and highlight profits and tax losses from illicit alcohol, with figures on sugar values and illicit whiskey gains.
A brazen theft at the State Highway Patrol garage ends with the 1944 Ford patrol car missing overnight and recovered hours later parked near the facility. Director Van Buren Gilbert confirms the vehicle was found within a few blocks of the garage.
Washington report notes a cautionary veto loophole in a secret A bomb making setup. Senators Ferguson and Pepper discuss UNO atomic development authority and veto rights, urging a simple majority Security Council action to enforce disarmament. Turn to No. 2 on Page 2.
Governor William Tuck notifies 3,500 Virginia Electric Power Co. employees they have been drafted into the state militia. The order directs reporting to the Virginia State Guard and obedience to officers. State Budget Director JH Bradford asks institutions to prepare staff with power and light system training to aid in electric service for threatened areas.
Lt. Gen. Walter Bedell Smith assumed duties today as United States ambassador to the USSR at Moscow. He will not be the official fifth ambassador until presenting credentials to Nikolai Shvernik and will also call on Foreign Minister Vyacheslav Molotov.
The National Coal Association said no prospect of a contract is likely before the Sunday midnight deadline for 400,000 soft coal miners led by John L. Lewis to walk out without a new pact. John D. Battle charged Lewis is bargaining in bad faith while rejecting operator offers tied to wage patterns in steel and automotive sectors.
Iran's ambassador Hussein Ala told the United Nations Security Council he acts with a "blank check" to safeguard Iran's security. He denied Soviet troop withdrawal information and said he has heard of troop movements inside Iran but that does not alter Iran's stance. The meeting was a procedural get‑together ahead of a later open session as U.S. and Britain positions remained unstated.
Washington reports that backers of terminal leave pay for enlisted personnel press ahead despite a Budget Bureau rebuff. A discharge petition to force House action nears 218 signatures, with 127 already pledged. The issue centers on cost estimates running to several billions and questions of executive budget provision. Contrast with Portland where Russian Naval officer Lt Nicolai G Redin faces espionage charges without counsel as he awaits attorney arrival and a potential federal hearing in Seattle.
Fiorella LaGuardia, now Director General of UNRRA, told delegates from 48 nations he would seek funds for relief wherever found including Argentina. He urged cooperation, extending his reach to influence Canada and other countries while stressing relief beyond political lines. Argentina declined an invitation to join UNRRA due to commitments to export food surplus.
Lt Col William R Kintner argued that GI gripes stem from too many commissions and not enough genuine officers. Bal Mauldin, GI cartoonist, supported keeping army newspapers uncensored to let enlisted men vent grievances and demand equal treatment. The Doolittle panel planned to continue hearings for another week.
A chaotic report from The Associated Press describes cholera and famine across China with up to a million deaths feared. UN Relief and Rehabilitation officials in Shanghai warn of a 60 percent mortality rate in some areas as UNRRA and other agencies mobilize ships and relief supplies to reach up to 2000000 people in dire need.
Atlantic City Nod. uP reports President Walter Heather failed to win election to UAW regional director posts. Reuther seeks a majority of the 22 regional directors to push a harmonious administration amid the split.
James F.P. Donovan reports on testimony in which a former Red Spy aide to Assistant Secretary of State Braden asserts Braden’s aide misstated facts about Soviet and Communist ties. The hearing discusses alleged refusals to reveal records, a contempt of Congress appearance, and planned Notre Dame testimony by Lois Hillidine of the Communist party.
Stock show organizers in Dothan outline a 4415 prize pool across regular and special categories for the 10th annual event. Rich ard Ruenisey, show chairman, notes added awards for best grazing calves and a champion red steer with cash incentives, while Ginsey Cardwell leads sale operations with planned site work and loud speaker announcements.
New York seismograph recorded two early quakes described as sharp. University seismologist Joseph Venen said first shock occurred at 2 34 04 a.m. EST and second at 2 40 04 a.m. He estimated the epicenter about 2.6 miles from New York with likely direction to the south. Midway Bar New York carrier Midway returned after a two day Arctic cruise off the North Atlantic, will stay until April 5 then proceed to training at sea and overhaul in Norfolk.
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