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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1951
Page
6
Extension agronomist D. Alerbor says this year may yield one of the best white clover crops in many years across the state. Seedheads determine quality. harvest when ready and consult the local safety agent for timing. Yields range from under 50 pounds to more per acre depending on conditions.
Harbor notes that seed prices and harvest timing influence how much area can be sown with white clover. Shortage of affordable white clover seed keeps farmers from planting many acres that would benefit from a good seed crop, though with ample seed this year they could expand acreage next season.
A Defense Mobilization Committee organized in Seminole County with T. E. Roberts as chairman and F. W. Miller as vice chairman. Members include L. E. Spooner W. L. Davin Jr H. BE Ragan BR P Armstrong W E Rooks 8 B Baker and W E Brigham. The panel will relay production guides from the Secretary of Agriculture and report weekly to the Agricultural Department on scarce items for the 1951 crop. Farmers are asked to cooperate and report difficulties obtaining material or equipment.
Congress is urged to act on India's wheat plan as topsoil depth ties to yields and food security. Senate attaches conditions tying loan to grain and material exports, sparking House debate. India, lacking dollars, seeks a $180 million loan to buy U S wheat while facing earthquakes floods and locusts that curb domestic production.
ERLE COCKE JR national commander of the American Legion warned that Americans who ignore communism risk patriotic death by their own action. Speaking at I Am An American Day at the Hollywood Bowl he said there is no room for the neutral patriot and compared indifference to cancer. He blamed the Communist Party for gaining influence through open minds and pocketbooks of eminent citizens who fail to see where liberalism ends and treason begins.
Two Auburn Extension Service bulletins for homemakers are available at the County Home Demonstration office in the courthouse annex in Dothan. One bulletin Food Preservation by Lavada Quills covers canning drying freezing and storage. the other by Mary Hulsey focuses on foods and nutrition. Both booklets include many recipes and smears. each is priced at 25 cents.
The Houston County Curb Market on West Crawford Street is now open two mornings each week at 7 oclock. Manager Mrs G A Carter reports fresh vegetables including cabbage turnips squash onions and other foods such as butter eggs milk and cured hams on sale Saturday mornings and one weekdays.
Commencement exercises at Livingston State College set for next at 1 am. In Bibb Graves, Dr. J Frist pastor of Government Street Presbyterian Church Mabite will deliver the baccalaureate sermon.
Auburn special advises homemakers to inspect garments for stains before pressing. Heat and pressure can drive grease or soil into fabric, making stains harder to remove. Use a sponge or cleaning solution on spotted areas prior to ironing.
CINCINNATI. Jackie Robinson faced letters threatening to “take care of Robinson” before a Dodgers game at Crosley Field. Police searched the area, deeming the notes the work of a crank. Robinson dismissed the threats, homering for the Dodgers in a doubleheader split, 14 to 4 in the nightcap after 1-for-2 in the opener.
The Defense Department announced a missing area man in Korea, a Dothan area soldier wounded, and another injured. The missing man is Pvt. David M. Downing, son of James Downing of Anton route mae. The wounded is Pfc. Cornell Williams, son of Mr and Mrs Tillis Williams of 209 Hawks Alley, Dothan. The injured is Staff Sergeant Wilmer Strickland, son of Wiley Strickland of Sneads, Florida.
Rookie pitcher Ben Hill and infielder Dick Beard joined the Dothan camp today as possible additions to the Browss roster in the Atlanta sub of the Southern Association. Officials hope Beste can cover shortstop after Hilton Brandon’s release, while the mound staff remains short of hands with York Clark Tones and Wilcox listed among regulars.
Phillies sweep Pirates with a 17 to 0 win and 7 to 3 win as Ashburn belts eight hits in the doubleheader. Cardinals rally past the Giants 6 to 7 at St Louis to cap a wild day. Fowler earns first win in a year for Cleveland, while Emil Leo hard notches both wins for the Cubs in a comeback over Boston. New York’s Ed Lovet hurls seventh straight win and hits a homer as New York blanks St Louis. Hal Newhouser goes the distance at Fenway. Detroit topples Boston. Chicago White Sox sweep to beat Washington as the stormy day closes.
Alabama’s women golfers begin qualifying rounds in Gadsden with Bea MacWane seeking a fourth straight title. Contenders include Minnie Lee Ashley of Gadsden and Upchurch of Birmingham, while last year’s runner up faces stiff opposition for the crown.
Jackie Robinson and Cal Abrams delivered decisive long balls to power the Dodgers in a tight game. Fiyell Blackwell contributed offensively, boosting the team's scoring burst and solidifying the win.
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