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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1949
Page
4
A cluttered page from a 1949 issue features a Cart of Thanks and an obituary section. The content includes public notices, readers’ acknowledgments, and quotes from Jefferson and Job. The typography and layout echo a mid-century newspaper style with references to Associated Press and United Press.
A Huntsville story reports Madison County chicken thefts where thieves spray chloroform on hens, whisk unconscious fowl into a truck, and sell them to dealers when they revive. About 200 birds abducted this way. The piece mocks modernization yet notes juries may acquit clever thieves unless proven professional crime.
The United States follows British politics as Labour loses 692 local seats while Conservatives gain 785 in 420 towns and boroughs. The shift fuels talk of socialism’s fate in Britain and potential echoes in American policy debates. May influence next year’s general election.
Analysis argues U.S. views on health reform mirror British debate over the Labor government and its nationalization policies. If Britain shifts, American programs may face similar reactions, as the Labor philosophy appears influencing the Democratic party now in power.
The United States presses to deport Gearhart Eisler though Britain detains him in Southampton at US request. Eisler escaped from a Polish ship in mid Atlantic and seeks Poland. He faces contempt of Congress bond and jail time, with other investigations ongoing to secure a quick deportation. The piece argues the government will pursue him with all legal means to enforce removal.
Two Los Angeles drugstores fight a running price war started April 27 with a grand opening sale. Prices drop across staples from T-bone steak to breakfast items, with pennies and cents slashed as scouts monitor rival prices. Managers vow further cuts while warning cost may force both to narrow to drugs only.
In a letter to The Eagle the editor argues that the City of Washington is not the capital of the United States. He cites Section 8 Article 1 of the Constitution and the 1790 Maryland and Virginia cession acts. The letter notes Congress acceptance of a District for the permanent seat of government.
In a March 1791 exchange, President Adams and Congress discuss establishing the District of Columbia as the permanent government capital. Congress reiterates the Constitution’s capital clause and notes that until changed, the District remains the capital, not the city of Washington. Burkett Dothan, Ala.
The piece critiques the basing point system with FTC and Supreme Court rulings, noting price disparities in Syracuse Mobile and San Francisco and urging congressional action. It also endorses socialized medicine as a humane expansion of public health funding and cites Dr. Alton Ochsner and Dr. Frank Wilson on federalized versus socialized medicine.
HAL BOYLE warns that the Holland Tunnel blast shows how vulnerable New York City is to disruption. He argues a coordinated strike could cripple Manhattan by severing the artery network feeding the island, urging cities and nations to build protective systems against such disasters.
In Guntersville and Albertville Marshall County two small textile mills operated during war years boosting the area economy. With peace came competition and union clashes as CIO unions blocked production methods. Mills closed, 700 payroll jobs lost, warning Alabama towns to adapt or face similar decline. Adl Dusia Star News notes fate depends on local workers. Alabama Journal references Truman election results in Virginia showing a minority choice despite electoral win.
Dr J L Brakefield of the Birmingham Chamber told the Decatur Chamber annual meeting that Americans should stop dividing the nation into South and rest. He praised the South for emerging from economic infancy and advancing industrially while affirming pride in the entire United States.
Washington report says Thomas McCabe, head of the Federal Reserve Board, faces scrutiny from Truman aides and Republican allies as he softens controls and lowers reserve requirements. Critics argue the moves are only gestures with little real impact, aiming to pressure Congress before June 30. McCabe’s allies liken him to other businessmen who bent policy to fit administration aims, while exiling Dixiecrats and rival senatorial disputes loom large in the presidency’s domestic agenda.
A brief notice indicates the treatment to be accorded to George and Byrd. The report mentions awards or medical care but lacks full details, leaving readers awaiting official confirmation from local authorities.
Miss Elizabeth Jeter daughter of Mr and Mrs A Jeter won an automobile in a popularity contest sponsored by Hilder Pharmacy. QO R Morgan, agent for Atlantic Coast Line, returned from a convention of railroad freight men in Charleston SC. Officers elected for the Junior Harmony Club include Montine Lisenby president Sara Lewis vice president Geraldine Lisenby treasurer. The Young Matrons Book Club met at the country club with Mrs J C Bates as hostess. B A Peacock of Dothan was in Dothan today.
Hilton grammar school held graduation exercises last Friday night with a Tiny Tim wedding scene by first and second grades. Third and fourth grades dressed as flowers performed an opus to music titled Dance of the Roses Sunflower and Tulips. Boys sang John Brown Had a Farm. Fifth through seventh grades presented pantomimes and short plays. Commencement for the next school will be May 27. The commencement sermon will be delivered by Rev. Mr. Wiley Sowhatchee on Sunday.
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