Tut DOTHAN EAGLE subscription rates and notices
Local rates for mail daily and Sunday editions, motor route and carrier service in Alabama Georgia and Florida. Prices listed for 1 month 6 months and 1 year. obituaries and resolutions billed per word. Includes Associated and United Press notices and a political commentary on Alabama delegation leadership and walk-out prospects.
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Backroom Battles Loom Over Truman Nomination
Washington scene shows Democratic leaders debating whether to nominate Truman on the first ballot with many from the North wary of staking out a position. California’s pledge to Truman, and a potential seconding of Eisenhower, shape a tense convention strategy. Britain’s discreet diplomacy and early arms aid to Trans Jordan echo a silken curtain in foreign policy while U S arms and sanctions policy faces UN action. The piece also notes neglect of army reserves as Congress weighs peacetime needs, urging a stronger citizen army and robust reserve funding.
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Cotton a king still in place in the South economy
John Temple Graves writes that cotton remains the world’s fabric king. He notes mechanization will shift work, not eliminate it, with the South gaining wealth and new employment in farms, schools, and services as cotton and textile industries modernize. He cites South Carolina data and Negro migration as key factors shaping future prosperity and race dynamics.
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Mc Grath Rejects Southern Appeasement in Convention Roles
Senator Mc Grath of Rhode Island says the selection of Senator Barkley and Rep. Rayburn as convention leaders is not a bid to appease Southern Democrats. He notes both are liberal, supported FDR and Truman, and will not alter the South’s limited voice. Barkley has not taken a civil rights stand and Rayburn’s opposition is only lukewarm.
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Hill Aides and Delegates In Democratic Runoff
Senator Lister Hill parades Roosevelt and Truman support as Birmingham figure Joe Money runs as a delegate at large in the June 4 runoff. Money, once tied to Governor Folsom, seeks a pivotal party role amid high national prominence and rumors of leadership hopes within the Alabama delegation.
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Roosevelt
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Birmingham
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Folsom
Strategy shifts as Southern Democrats go on offense in civil rights
The piece notes Southern Democrats pressing civil rights in Congress, while Republicans and Northern Democrats fear reduced chances for antipoverty or anti-poll tax bills. It describes Southern tactics to keep opponents busy with amendments, undermining anti-Southern legislation and portraying a pivot from filibuster to offense.
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Oklahoma Closing After Record Run City Show
The musical comedy Oklahoma will close next week after a five year run totaling 2,202 performances and an estimated 4.5 million attendees. The note surveys whether similar success would occur in other states, while mentioning political moves and a governor’s hinted responses amid a noisy political season.
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Modern homemaker woes and political rhetoric mix
The column laments modern kitchen choice overload from electric ranges and wide grocery options. It contrasts past simplicity with today’s speed and tastes while a humorous anecdote about bacon and eggs appears. It also includes opinions on Governor Folsom’s publicity and a Birmingham Post reprint of Donald Richberg arguing liberalism and liberty.
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Public recreation urged for Moundville youth
Hale County News editorializes on youth recreation and public responsibility. The paper argues for a supervised center to provide healthful activities and curb risky gatherings on campus parking areas, urging reader accountability.
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Hale County News
Community volunteers to improve Foster Troy playground
Miss Evelyn Rivers reports locals volunteer for playground upgrades at Foster and Troy Streets. W F Martin will donate a drinking fountain. Volunteers and sponsors include Bristow Allen Sanford Dausey Sherman Lumber Co. and Fg More for seating and trash containers. Circuit Court opens June 41 with 124 cases to be tried.
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