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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1948
Page
2
The piece critiques former Georgia Governor Arnall and his Alabama primary take. It notes Ellis’s report aims to please Northern readers, while Alabama voters expressed clear opposition to Truman civil rights and backed a different sentiment at the polls.
A columnist argues for naming the new Napier Field trade school the Wiregrass School of Trades. The piece notes Wiregrass unity in locating the school and its regional impact, praising a name that marks the area's identity and promotes Southeast Alabama.
Dr. James FE. West longtime head of the Boy Scouts of America and Father Edward J. Flanagan founder of Boys Town Nebraska died over the weekend. Both shaped boys for citizenship through character and guidance. Their programs remain strong and will be carried forward, leaving lasting legacies for future generations.
Senate Armed Services members, led by Russell, pressed for desegregation of the armed services. Royall warned he would resign if any measure forced race-based service. Forrestal argued administrative impossibility of enforcing such divisions as Bridges and Morse questioned secrecy and voting.
Senator Arthur Capper of Kansas, at 83, seeks re election to a fifth term and a chairmanship if Vandenberg moves on. Opponents say age too much a factor. supporters note his record and promise. The piece also weighs Vandenberg’s isolationist past, midwest support, and Arnall’s civil rights comments against regional diversity.
Georgia's former Governor Ellis Arnall says Southern delegates will not walk out of the Democratic convention over a civil rights platform or Truman nomination and expects the South’s electoral votes to back Truman. He bases this on a lecture tour of the region, though his May 4 primaries in Alabama showed mixed pledges among voters and convention nominees.
Former Alabama Governor Jammie H. Davis, who left office Tuesday after a four year term, has been seen in Birmingham performing with a hillbilly band. The unusual post political turn sparks local curiosity about what becomes of governors and public figures after leaving office amid wartime and news concerns.
Quotations from Truman Bridges Shreve Douglas Murray Murray and others reflect postwar political debates on peace, defense and national strength. The piece cites opposition to misguided spending for allies, calls for unity between government and business, and warns against complacency and loyalty programs amid Cold War anxieties.
Mrs Edwina Mitchell, member of the State Pardon and Parole Board since 1938, argues against a new Alabama prison probe. She cites past Justice Department studies, notes education and training for prisoners, and urges action on recommendations to aid returning inmates. She warns about wasted public sentiment without reforms.
25 Years Ago May 18 1923 report states the Dothan Packing Company near the Atlantic Coast Line West Yard will finish by July 1. W C Faulkner and A M Barnes and C B Davis are incorporators with 15000 dollars in capital. A church debate on marriage ends with Moody and Tompkins defeating McCarty and Preer. Socials note Mrs Marvin Holman hosts rock club. Mrs Wright hosts bridge. Mrs Byrd co hosts. Miller Guillot wins high score.
Just prejudice Chicago report notes Northwestern University language sports claim prejudice shapes how people judge foods. Surindsr Sura and Jarry Weinberg say students in a class were told dog biscuits were crackers and vice versa, and reactions showed bias in food labeling.
Everett Oeseh, a war veteran and longtime resident, is poised to seek another term on the city school board. Details on candidacy and filing were not fully disclosed in the available text.
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