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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1948
Page
2
Nearly six inches of rain over Friday to Sunday turned streets under construction into slushy seas, isolating residents. City crews repaired damaged dirt streets after a sunny Saturday. Total rainfall reached 5.78 inches with 3.44 inches Friday and 1.26 inches early today.
Gov. James E. Folsom's lawyers ask the Alabama Supreme Court to halt electors from backing Truman, seeking a direct appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court before the December 13 meeting. A hearing is set for next Monday as other related suits continue in circuit and federal courts.
Gov. Luther Youngdahl of Minnesota delivered the principal address at a Reformation Day observance in Atlanta attended by about 6,000 people. He urged Christian unity to oppose communism and promote world peace, joined by Bishop Arthur J. Moore Gov. Herman Talmadge and Mayor William B Hartfield.
Singer Bobby Breen and Kenneth Thompson vanished after a 200 mile trip from Waukesha to Hayward Wisconsin. Authorities feared a crash in forested Ghost Lake region as searchers scoured northwest Wisconsin near Hayward while noting fuel limits and unconfirmed sightings of a Stinson plane.
Six people were injured and two arrested in a four vehicle crash near Grangerbury. The injured include Linton Warren and Walter Moon, with Warren in satisfactory condition. Frank Whitesell and Buford Bradberry faced alcohol related charges after the wreck near Alabama 53.
Columbia plans a vigorous protest at an Army Engineers hearing in the courthouse tomorrow at 10 a.m. Col. Joseph J. Twitty of Mobile will hear the State Highway Department request to remove full time tenders from the Columbia and Gordon bridges over the Chatta hoochee. Mayor E. E. Wakefield says full time tenders are essential due to river navigation and power development, with local chambers joining the protest. Citizens are invited to attend or file written views for transmission to the Engineers.
Uvalde Texas reports John Nance Garner gaining recognition on his 80th birthday. The former vice president under Franklin D. Roosevelt is praised as a key Texas political figure. The piece reflects on his long service and involvement in national affairs.
The Air Force plans six groups of B 29s converted to aerial refuelers to extend bomber range on routes to distant targets. Tests with more powerful B 36 engines and fuel economy improvements aim to boost speed and reach. Air Secretary Symington said refueling could enable bombing anywhere in Russia from bases in Alaska or Labrador once the system is ready.
Mrs. R. H. Riley, a Columbia resident for 50 years, died at her home after a long illness. She was widow of R. H. Riley and active in religious and seminary circles. Funeral services were held at the Columba Methodist Church with burial at California cemetery. Survived by a niece Miss Berta Whigham and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers included local men from the community.
Dr. Eugene Briggs president of Lions International tours 14 states and multiple countries visiting District 24 B in Dothan Enterprise and Marianna area. He notes United Nations consultative status for Lions and mentions Fred Smith covering European clubs while he remains on the road.
A search party including 1 highway patrolman and deputies hunts dense Willis swamp near WEWAHUCHRA Florida for Merle Bishop a 38 year old Panama City Paper mill employee last seen Friday after his empty motorboat was found.
Argentine diplomat Juan A Bramuglia said Russia's reply to a Berlin currency questionnaire appears satisfactory. He will compare it with Western responses from the United States Britain and France and may convene the six neutral Security Council members to craft a new plan. If neutrals agree a full council could meet by month end to approve a settlement.
Senate Democrats weigh delaying filibuster blocking to pursue a rule change plan. A committee would study revising Senate rules as Southern opponents vow to filibuster any motion to change the rules, diminishing cloture effectiveness. Senator Van den Berg cites limits of current rules and the strategic obstacle.
Negotiators in the 12 day old Fast Coast longshoremen strike held some hope as a federal mediator warned he was not predicting an outcome. Reports from Washington said the AFL longshore union had received a welfare plan offer from employers in addition to a wage increase proposal before the New York tales were heard on Saturday. The text notes disputed figures and unclear phrases but indicates ongoing talks and potential concessions amid the industrial dispute.
President Truman and Secretary of State Marshall prepare for a pivotal policy review focusing on China and Europe. Harriman reported Europe’s liberal advance and progress of the European Recovery Program while Marshall returns from Paris amid questions on U.N. involvement and U.S. guidance for Chiang Kai-shek’s war against the Communists.
An Israeli military spokesman said Egyptian shelling hit Jewish settlements in the Rafah area in south Palestine for a second day. Casualties were reported at Imara and Mivrahim as Egypt held three positions near the Gaza border, with incursions east of the Gaza-Rafah line. Israel complained to UN observer Brig. Gen. William Riles awaiting a reply. California was chosen as the Pacific Coast representative for the Rose Bowl facing Northwestern.
Independent dispatches report Communist forces threatening the Suchow east flank while pro government accounts insist National troops hold the initiative in battles around Nienchuang and Suhsien. Government armored cars lead fighting near Nienchuang as Reds suffer heavy casualties. Fu Jisuii declares martial law in five provinces and peacetime restrictions follow.
A two year old in Miami reports a woman confessed to poisoning her husband’s soft drink at a Atlanta tourist camp. Atlanta police dispute the claim saying Robert A Manners died of cerebral hemorrhage and parts of the tale don’t match known facts. Peggy Stevens Manders told investigators she knew the poisoning occurred about two days before authorities found the body.
President Truman leaves the White House for work accompanied by his family and four Secret Service agents. He travels via Pennsylvania Avenue to his office while reporters observe him and he salutes as he goes into the Blair House to begin the day. The article notes his routine and a brief mention of his Key West vacation address location. He arrives at his office around 10% Pennsylvania Avenue.
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