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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1949
Page
4
Dothan Eagle issue from May 18 1949 begins with publishing company details and staff names. It lists subscription rates and distribution areas Alabama Georgia Florida, plus advertising and telephones. The page includes Associated Press and United Press notices, a quotation from Jefferson, and a biblical verse from Mark 13 5.
W L Moody Jr of Galveston News Co recalls a desk motto that gauges a man by the size of the thing that stirs his goat. He says little annoyances tire and he trains himself to stay calm and focus on bigger goals. The idea: rise above small irritants by keeping perspective and composure.
A Chicago speech by Catholic priest Arthur Terminiello sparked a free speech dispute as the Supreme Court weighs limits. Terminiello, speaking at a Christian Veterans of America event, was accused of wild and inflammatory remarks provoking an angry mob outside. He was convicted of disorderly conduct, fined, appealed the conviction, and the case drew national attention to First Amendment interpretation.
The Ter miniello case reaches the U S Supreme Court where a 5 to 4 majority supports free speech that may provoke unrest. Justice Douglas argues inviting dispute is a function of free speech, while Justice Jackson warns the ruling risks anarchy without order. The piece recalls Shenck v. United States and Holmes's warning that shouting fire in a theater may justify limits on speech.
The State Senate delays a pay cut decision from $20 to $15 a day, sending the proposal to next week for possible House action. Supporters argue economy. critics call it political show, noting current $20 daily pay covers all seven days even when only limited sessions occur.
John Temple Graves weighs presidential rhetoric about Byrd and Southerners urged toward new coalition politics. The Winnsboro News and Herald nominates James F Byrnes for South Carolina governor, noting his birth date and offering a bold view of a historic career shift.
Westbrook Pegler describes Dan Tobin of the Teamsters heirarchy in Cincinnati, detailing long domination by a trusted satrap Brocky Farrell. The piece recounts lavish spending, irregular incomes, and a 1947-49 pattern of rogues, with a 1949 civil suit where Mrs Gloria Farrell sought Brocky Farrell’s estate and widow status amid questionable finances.
A column argues against poll tax repeal asserting citizenship requires home ownership and community involvement. It contrasts a responsible couple with an unruly, self interested pair, warning repeal could invite heathenism and damage politics. The piece cites Etqwah News Journal, Veet.
The Selma Journal argues Alabama newspapers oppose a statewide referendum on Governor James F. Folsom's program. They warn that taxing to fund the plan risks public funds and demagogic campaigns, urging voters to record their stance to prevent future political leverage.
Washington observers note strain between Secretary of State Dean Acheson and Senate Foreign Relations Chair Tom Connally as Republican critics question the administration’s foreign policy. Acheson’s stance on Franco and Chiang Kai-shek fuels doubts about State Department influence and testifies on treaty prospects amid debates over rearming Western Europe. The piece also covers railroad labor unions reversing on government ownership and potential implications for wartime rail debt.
25 Years Ago May 18 1924 notes J W Brown former tenident of Dothan schools in San Marcos Texas. Dan and Glenn Jones attend graduation in Auk. Herman Jones and Mrs H B Spooner visit Panama. Foy Walden undergoes appendectomy with recovery. D A Ingram returns from business trip to Tem points. Visitors include J J Espy Headland and W T Jarvis Kinsey.
The guide recommends massaging hands with warm olive oil and rubbing cuticles, then cleaning under nails with a soap cake before planting. After gardening, wash hands to remove residue and maintain sod health by proper watering, fertilizing, and reseeding when needed.
Road side markets promote direct selling by farmers, claiming the farmer keeps the full consumer dollar while buyers gain access to fresh, farm produce directly from growers.
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