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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1944
Page
3
The document outlines public service reforms and governance ideals, urging rate adjustments and accountability. It references associated press materials and lists various contact offices in major cities, emphasizing a forward move by the government and fair compensation for officeholders.
Houston County voters approved Constitutional Amendment No. One enabling the legislature to abolish the fee system in county offices and adopt a salary schedule. The act will fix salaries for the probate judge, sheriff, circuit court clerk, register in chancery, tax assessor and tax collector as terms begin, with broad consolidation possible but not required. The vote margin was large statewide and even larger in Houston County, despite some opposition from those preferring the fee system or wary of consolidation.
Voters in Florida and Arkansas adopt amendments outlawing closed shop contracts. The move aims to curb union leaders who deny work to nonmembers and collect dues. Supporters say it ends crooked practices and unions resisting reform.
Wallace led a march through Harlem with Adlai Powell Jr. and thousands of Black supporters, boosting his bid for votes as Roosevelt weighed rewards. Roosevelt sent a telegram predicting victory and urged Truman’s election, while Hull's health sidelined him at Bethesda. The piece notes postwar duty and the rosters of ex-supporters who aided FDR.
Washington's voter reaction to isolationist figures in the recent elections signals a demand for stronger international cooperation. The piece notes Roosevelt's stance, identifies defeated isolationist lawmakers like Gerald Nye and Hem Fish, and highlights shifts in Congress as it faces postwar arrangements. It also mentions figures such as Jesse Jones and Jim Forrestal, and the broader call for a Liberal-Democratic-Republican coalition to manage the peace.
Radio listings for Sunday and Monday include AP News segments, music orchestras and programs, church and community shows, and a mix of variety acts. Notable items feature Paul Barons Orch Petite Muecale, Your Movie Reporter, The Rhythm Masters, Tin Pan Alley, Al Goodman's Orc, and Jacob “Dance Varieties” plus Kids and Joe Kelly.
A lively Anson Wiregrass Fox Hunters meet opens with a dawn hunt, crowd and Master of Hounds signaling the start. Veterans and organizers like Matehom Kelly and Uncle Bud Branson are praised as Ashford's civic effort shines. a $1,200 War Chest gift from Clyde Adams of Ashford is highlighted along with community-wide commendation.
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