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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1946
Page
12
Jackson Mississippi UP report says Governor Thomas L Bailey died last night at the executive mansion from complications after spine malignancy surgery. He had been ill since January and died at 6 30 p m with Mrs Bailey and relatives present. Lt Governor Fielding L Wright assumes governorship for the remainder of Bailey's term ending 1948. Bailey was born January 6 1888 in Maben Mississippi and earned an A B from Millsaps College in 1909.
Sheriff B G Farmer reported John Edgar Hoover of the FBI says William Staggs, a midget burglar captured near Ashford, is wanted by Los Angeles police for forgery. FBI fingerprints match a California warrant. Staggs, pictured with Deputy J T Casey, was arrested Oct 17 near Ashford and remains in county jail.
Crowning of Alice Nall by student Bets President Johns Race marked the event. A parade and bands from Pensacola and the Dothan Tigers thrilled fans at Memorial Stadium with a pre game parade, noon activities, and a lively homecoming program for the first annual event.
A brunette woman Evelyn Cornish Globaker 26 surrendered in Dallas saying she was tired of playing tag with the law after a Mobile restaurant robbery. Detectives quoted her as the suspect in a $700 theft with $231 found on her. Extradition to Mobile was arranged.
In Tokyo the emperor renounces political power under a new constitution to be a figurehead with human rights and democratic freedoms. A live broadcast to the nation followed a ceremonial Diet appearance. Amnesty for many prisoners is not anticipated as mass celebrations unfold nationwide.
The Price Control Board to close its office locally with officials reporting impending shutdown November 4. OPA staff limited while awaiting reassignment and a move from the state office in Birrsiurvham. Government orders direct action as clerks wait for new postings.
Officials of Viothiavs Land and Charities Chest campaign faced a slow Saturday night as only about two thirds of the expected audience attended. Despite plans for broader outreach, organizers reported modest collections and discussed future efforts to boost participation and fund the campaign.
The article profiles S. J. Norton formerly of San Jose California now itinerant preacher on a nationwide route. Norton left his wife and children in California to roam the country preaching repentance and the imminent second coming. Local observers note his travel style and caution about his claims as he moves between towns and buses.
A Dale County farmer and his family visited Dothan for the Houston County fair but mistook Wiregrass Memorial Stadium for the fairgrounds. He followed a stream of cars toward the stadium, stopped for directions from a city officer, and spent about thirty minutes finding the correct route to the fair.
Voters in Wiregrass Alabama head to polls Tuesday to elect Democratic nominees for state and county offices and vote on constitutional amendments. Observers forecast a heavier than usual turnout driven by Amendment No. 4 on registration and the seven other proposals aiming to shape state and local governance.
National election coverage shows Democrats predicting retention of Senate and House while Republicans claim they will seize control. Reports cite party leaders upbeat about turnout and possible shifts in power as results emerge from key states.
A New York firm accuses a cashier earning sixty dollars weekly of embezzling a large sum. The Attorney General's office reports evidence pointing to a second accomplice as investigators pursue the case and seek custody in connection with the alleged thefts from merchants.
J. W. Chappell aged 84, a noted cottonseed breeder, died yesterday. Funeral arrangements are set for today with services to be held at the family home. He was a pioneer in seed selection and foundation stock, leaving a substantial impact on local agriculture.
UN meeting in New York gathers the Big Four foreign ministers to push for broader participation by smaller nations in shaping German frontiers and postwar governance. Bevin arrives. Byrnes and Muletev join as they tackle treaties with Germany and allies.
In Saigon area Allied officials report hostile tribes hindering search for seven naval airmen missing after crash in French Indochina. A priest escorts group through danger zones as authorities vow to pursue leads despite threats.
Army, Notre Dame, UCLA and Georgia remain unbeaten as Saturday's college football slate produced notable upsets. Princeton toppled Penn State 17 to 14 while Harvard fell to Princeton. Ohio State beat Northwestern 39 to 27 as Tennessee clashed with turn to No. 20 page 18.
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