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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1946
Page
2
The Dothan Eagle lists publication details from 1907 to 1924 and outlines subscription rates by mail and carrier, with addresses for offices and ad rates. It notes Associated Press and United Press affiliations and includes a Jefferson quotation at the end.
The traveling boom brings Alabama $40,000,000 in 1946 as visitors buy camping gear souvenirs and incidental items. Officials anticipate larger auto traffic and higher spending in 1947 if production increases. The piece urges stronger efforts to attract tourists and maximize gains for the state.
The National Housing Agency warns construction is speeding up and scarce land near cities may force about 75 percent of next year’s homes to use raw acreage lacking utilities. To reach 1.5 million units for the veterans program, roughly 300 square miles of land must be converted, highlighting a cycle where shortages breed further shortages.
Automotive News reports US output at 90 404 units in a postwar week, with total October production at 396 875 vehicles comprising 184 694 cars and 112 181 trucks. Ten month totals show 1 615 207 passenger vehicles and 758 133 trucks, hinting at relief from shortages though strikes could still halt the industry.
The inquiry into gifts given to women who sponsored wartime ships is set to reveal whether shipbuilders paid for bracelets watches and trinkets through contracts or out of pocket. The preview hints at embarrassment for sponsors and builders as sums rise. Mrs Ghester W Nimitz declined a 2000 bracelet for a Netherlands charity donation of 2600 to an orphanage in Scheveningen.
The Alabama Motorists Association predicts 1946 will bring about $40 million in tourist-spent money as visitors travel by car. The AAA notes over 80 percent of travel is by auto, with nationwide highway vacations totaling 60 million people in 20 million autos and about $6.6 billion in expenditures.
Franz von Papen, acquitted by an Allied tribunal, signals interest in a diplomatic comeback. He aims to use his experience to help Germany join the European family, reflecting on his role during Nazi aggression and the Nürnberg trials.
Marshal Tito addressed about 200000 supporters praising Soviet Russia and favoring better ties with the United States and Britain. He warned against UNRRA supply flows to Yugoslavia and urged action from the other side to improve relations. A separate note recalls Houdini’s 20th death anniversary seance.
Truman predicts Democrats win both Houses despite polls showing GOP strength. Sparkman backs him, estimating a 231 House seats majority with 10–12 losses in the chamber and not more than three in the Senate. Alabama figures and Missouri doubts cited amid cotton market turmoil and Bowles stabilization clash.
A political column argues the country leans toward free enterprise and old American values rather than a strict Republican victory. It examines Texas voting history, party factions, and the South's role in national politics, urging reflection before the general election.
A compilation of public figures from De Gaulle Laski Berle LaGuardia Dunai and others offering thoughts on war, policy, consumer behavior and taxation. The remarks touch on danger in blocs foreign policy education markets and fiscal foundations amid postwar concerns.
India shows rare cross religious appeal as Hindu Nehru and Muslim Khan join Patel and Nishtar to urge communal rioters to end bloodshed that has claimed thousands of lives. The piece notes prior sectarian hatred, the British dominion path, and recent violence on the northwest frontier.
The document lists a dense loop of radio programming from 6:00 to 10:60 with news, variety shows, and talent segments, plus a sports note about the baseball coaching succession. Names mentioned include Harris and Charley Dressen linked to a Yankees front office transition and Dressen’s prior managing for the Reds and Cubs era.
New York expected to name Stanley Harris known as Bucky Harris as the 1947 manager of the New York Yankees at a press conference called by Boss Larry MacPhail. Harris would become the team’s skipper for the upcoming season.
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