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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1947
Page
4
State Capitol staff counts fell from 38 to 23 as several workers were transferred or moved to other payrolls. Gov James Folsom retains four times as many immediate aides as his predecessor Chauncey Sparks, while many Als kin remain on department payrolls elsewhere.
The Georgia age for a driver's license rises to sixteen after the highway patrol notes the wartime provision for fifteen-year-olds is voided. Alabama may watch Georgia as a model, since recommendations from motor groups favor sixteen, and legislators are urged to adopt the age next session.
Columnist notes Republicans rename Hoover Dam to Boulder Dam in 1983, then restore the original title with a Truman signature. The piece critiques partisan motive, arguing the rename was a Democratic act and now reverts to Hoover Dam.
The text notes public mood in 1982 blamed almost anyone for the defeat, with restoring the Hoover name pleasing many. Harold Ickes, ex-Interior Secretary, claims the issue was Boulder Dam legally, insisting he will keep calling it Boulder Dam despite widespread sentiment.
Alabama tax receipts for April totaled 7 739 277 ag compared with 8 210 456 for March. Revenue Commissioner Philip Hamm notes March was exceptionally strong due to income tax collections, warning that future years will not match the wartime peak and urging cautious spending and recognition of non recurring revenues.
A United Steel Workers field representative sues the union for overtime pay and alleges Fair Labor Standards Act violations. In Indianapolis 610000 copies of the May issue of The International Teamster, the AFL magazine for warehouse workers and drivers, failed to reach the post office due to teamsters strikes halting magazine distribution.
The piece reports that Republican Senators accused the Customs Bureau of mismanaging a 3.5 million dollar budget cut that led to hundreds of inspector layoffs. Johnson, the Customs Commissioner, resigns amid claims the bureau had funds to avoid layoffs and takes a temporary role with the American delegation in Switzerland. Henry Wallace comments on the Moscow foreign ministers conference ending in deadlock, attributing part of the blame to Wallace.
General Marshall reported to President Truman that Moscow negotiators stall for time while Americans face a low mood risk. He kept Stalin guessing, waited to interview Stalin, and stressed that US Europe policy is non negotiable. The Greek Turkish ban proposal and questions by Vandenberg and Taber tested US aims amid allied tensions.
In Columbia South Carolina Bryant Meeks is honored as the University of South Carolina's outstanding athlete receiving a trophy from coach Enright. The piece praises his character ambition and potential as a future educator, noting his persona as a contrast to typical athletes and praising broader reform in education. It also discusses Governor Strom Thurmond's views on progress diplomacy and peace with Russia. The column then comments on The Record's editor George Buchanan using a Revised Standard Version Bible on the editorial page and critiques some religious and political stances in columnists Tom Stokes and broader church groups.
A collection of statements from political figures and organizations on democracy, foreign policy, education, and postwar economic aims. Notable voices include Alf Landon, Fritz Eberhard, Fric Johnston, Joseph F. Landis, John W. Hanes, and Sen. Owen Brewster, reflecting mid-1930s debates on security, governance, and global strategy.
Ozark physician Gordon Royse Smith Sr is highlighted for his extensive civic and professional roles. A WWI veteran, Auburn graduate, and Tulane medical alum, he led local Kiwanis efforts, helped form a private nonprofit hospital plan, and served as president of the Dale County Medical Association. He also played Scoutmaster and church roles while balancing family life with son Marcus and daughter Harriet.
Dr Thomas will be installed as commander of the local Disabled American Veterans chapter in Marianna. Other officers chosen to serve include Willie J. Taylor senor commander Ed McGee jt vice commander Sam Mor chaplain Edward H. Dicker adjutant Jack McMullian treasurer Robert May judge advocate and W E Denham executive officer. The officers were elected when the chapter organized in September 1946 with Commander J G McLain of the Panama City chapter serving as installing officer.
Activities listed for the coming week at the Recreation Center include Sub-debs meetings Monday at 7 pm and a dance club event at 8:30 pm. Tuesday features a Sedamoe club at 3 pm, and Wednesday offers a Service Learner session at 9:30 am plus a Junior Chamber Commerce dinner at 7 pm. Thursday presents an Amateur rad club at 7 pm, with Friday hosting a school junior-senior banquet at 7:30 pm. Saturday closes with a Subetts dance at 8:30 pm.
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