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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1945
Page
3
A fragment from a 1945 issue quotes scripture and a reflective piece on faith guiding amid war. It contrasts a boy’s first sight with glasses to broader calls for spiritual clarity and peace. The prose urges restraint, mercy, and trust in God to lift minds beyond turmoil.
Jonathan Daniels argues the presidency is a financial flop, netting far less than the $75,000 salary after taxes and White House expenses. He cites Truman as an example and suggests the public view of officials as feeding from the public trough has shaped the debate.
The article argues presidents should earn enough to avoid dependence on private wealth, proposing a salary around 3000 dollars annually and a high standard of living. It endorses raises for the president and Congress, noting public approval and the need to attract nonwealthy leaders while separating personal expenses from government funds.
The piece questions Allied postwar plans for the Far East, noting rhetoric about democracy and fair trials clash with Indonesian struggle for independence. It cites Japanese troops used by British forces, Dutch troops in American uniforms, and public confusion over Allies arming and deploying former enemies in regional conflicts.
A fragment from a historical piece discusses Missouri Baptists around Independence with references to the Latter Day Saints, Brigham Young and Joseph Smith, plus union of church branches. It covers nepotism in the U.S. military mission led by Maj. Gen. William Key, his son’s promotion, and a WPA era Oklahoma armory buildout. Also critiques Latin American diplomacy, Braden and Berle meddling, and calls for capable ambassadors.
The piece recalls a friendship with editor C M Stanley and defends the view that the South should prioritize its home market. It argues economic isolation is a misnomer, advocating for a stronger regional purchasing power, education, wealth distribution, and a healthier Southern standard of living to boost demand and character. It references Pearl Harbor and postwar rebuilding as context.
Fragmented OCR listing shows daily radio programs across stations WAGF and MBS with multiple time slots. Notable items include AP News, Freddy Martin’s Orchestra, Voice of Prophecy, Hollywood Salon Orchestra, Bing Crosby, and Mutual’s Melody Hour among others.
A concise rundown of upcoming broadcasts lists Tom Mix on MBS at 45, Jack Benny and Drew Pearson segments, Fred Allen and Phil Baker on CBS and ABC, plus Beulah Symphony and Freddie Martin music. The slate features news, variety hours, and guest programs across major networks.
Houston County probate office reports licenses issued last week. pairs include 4A C Deck of San Antonio and Leola Walker of Birmingham. Wilmer Holloway of Columbus and Eva Mae Watford. Robert Cusson of Los Angeles and Nora R O Rourke. Karl Beaman of Columbus and Lucile Sutton. Milton Jackson and Dixie Mae Reynolds. William G McRane Jr of Bruce and Eva McKinney. Ernett H Smith of Mobile and Elvie Ruth Watkins. Henry C Walters of Graceville and Hazel Carter. James C Brackin of Dothan and Robbie Lois Calhoun. W W Austin of Anderson and Nina Rutherford Sapp. William Vernon Sullivan Jr of South Oates Street and Sarah Dean Belyeu.
A wartime appeal urges readers to buy bonds to fund veterans care and war effort. The piece laments casualties, celebrates farmers joining a drive, and urges community support through bond purchases and organized action. Names and places from Georgia, Florida, and New York appear among supporters.
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