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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1947
Page
2
The excerpt discusses appointments and confirmations in Alabama politics, weighing executive powers, legislative involvement, and public sentiment. It cites faith and civic duty, mentions New York Chicago Boston and other cities, and notes the governor’s influence versus the legislature in cabinet appointments while urging public reflection.
Alabama Rep. Pugh Haynes proposes a legislative committee to confirm all gubernatorial appointments. The bill would empower seven House and four Senate members with subpoenas to review offices from State Finance Director to Public Safety Chief. Critics warn it could strip executive power and hinge on legislative courtesy.
Twenty years after Charles Lindbergh's solo New York Paris flight, the Spirit of St Louis marked a milestone in aviation history. The 45 year old hero, who faced scrutiny after earlier controversial actions, is now recalled for pioneering the age of commercial air travel as mass flights and faster crossings reshape transportation.
In affidavits from Yokohama trials, Navy Lt. Little and commanders faced allegations of torture and starvation of American POWs at a Japanese prison camp. Detailed accounts describe beatings, starvation for up to two weeks, suspensions by ropes, and public humiliation. Witnesses claim Little aided or condoned abuse and even boasted of deaths, with accompanying affidavits naming Knight and other victims.
The column debates Robert E. Lee's legacy and slavery in the Civil War era, contrasting American and Soviet views. It cites Ambassador Smith and editors on Lee's loyalty to Virginia, while noting debates over the war's name and memory. The piece ponders freedom, social security, and the labels Civil War, War Between the States, and Confederate War.
Statements by War Secretary Patterson and others claim peace hinges on fundamental rights. A prisoner recounts brutal treatment by Japanese guards after a bun theft accusation, detailing four days of beatings and public shaming at a camp mine. Witnesses across multiple states corroborate the account.
President Truman signs the Greco Turkish aid bill, framing U S support to small nations as defense against communism and a tool to safeguard global security. He asserts the policy serves peace and UN goals, while Moscow decries imperialism and questions American aims.
Do you know the best way to keep fats cold and tightly covered in a dark place away from odorous foods. Maple sugar has similar sweetening properties as ordinary sugar. Salted shelled Spanish peanuts sold in penny vending machines for over forty years. Start dinner with an appetizer and a salad of shredded cabbage. Add chopped onion and peanuts or grated raw carrot. Save celery tops and use in soups stews creamed vegetables dressing or meat. If a turkey weighs 14 to 17 pounds dressed cook at 275F for 5 to 6 hours. For a delectable pie mix cherries with rhubarb mincemeat or wenches.
Florida's 1947 Legislature nears a reckoning with record appropriations. Gov. Caldwell warns revenue must rise as House and Senate push final approval on multi million dollar budget plans. The compromise totals about 55.99 million to fund state agencies and a 5.31 million contingency.
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