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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1946
Page
2
Obsolete newspaper fragment from Dothan Alabama includes subscription rates and postal notes, misc lines on agencies and quotes, and a Jefferson quotation. The readable items mention Kelly Smith Co agents, United Press and Associated Press disclaimers, and address fragments.
A quoted biblical fragment from 1 Chronicles 12 18 invokes Amasal as chief of captains declaring David and Jesus ally in seeking God’s help. A Lowell verse adds a plea for peace with sword and resolve.
Final reminder urges Alabamians to vote tomorrow on the Boswell Amendment to tighten voter registration. The piece argues the 1901 constitution is outmoded and that strict registration is needed to prevent unqualified voters, particularly Black voters, from influencing Democratic primaries. It defends the measure as essential to preserving political balance.
Article notes a nonbinding referendum in the District of Columbia where about 900,000 residents will vote on two questions: whether to elect city officials and whether to elect Representatives and Senators. It explains constitutional hurdles, potential turnout between 100,000 and 400,000, and contrasts with residents’ lack of voting rights versus national scrutiny of other states.
The War Assets Administration reported to Congress that surplus war property disposed of costs about 10.2 billion dollars, while proceeds total around 2.103 billion, roughly one fifth of original cost. The WAA noted this 20 percent recovery as favorable but cautioned it may not hold in the future.
A scrambled OCR fragment refers to flaking tags and a post on a wall. No clear names, places, or dates are readable, leaving the exact location and outcome uncertain. Evidence suggests a poorly legible note about damaged tags.
The column recalls postwar turmoil mirroring today with strikes, race riots, and inflation. It contrasts Allied war aftermaths in 1919 20 with current events, noting mobs in Chicago New York and Washington, shortages, and political upheaval including housing and labor strife, plus warnings about prohibition and social tensions.
John Temple Graves argues light and free information can steer Russia toward peace and curb war worldwide. He cites Arva Floyd on white and yellow man relations and notes the death of Hugh Dickson Cothran in Rome, highlighting Southern and New Orleans cultural ties.
A collage of attributed quotes on arms races defense child health leadership and peace. Figures include Richard Law Eleanor Roosevelt Montgomery Nimitz Huie and others, reflecting skepticism about armaments, morale and governance with scattered attributions and garbled OCR elements.
John Bull's municipal councils show Labor 1 041 seats, Conservatives 647, Independents 534, Liberals 96, Communists 1 in 360 cities and towns. Labor gains 159. Conservatives up four. Communists drop to one seat. Mackenzie notes a shift from aristocracy to broader social base and reflects on Britain's evolving class system and education reforms.
A dense listing of radio programs by time slot across networks, detailing shows such as Supper Club News Commentary News and Comment World News The Lone Ranger and various music and drama programs, with host names and station identifiers. The schedule spans late afternoon into nighttime with multiple segments, guest performances, and news updates across MBS CBS and local outlets.
At Pinehurst North Carolina Ben Hogan of Hershey Pa is the favorite as the North South Golf Tournament opens tomorrow. Hogan boosted status after pairing with Sam Snead in a recent international event and is listed strong in early match play.
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