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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1946
Page
2
A fragmented note from The Eagle quotes lines about investigation and redress for misstatements. It lists many cities including New York Chicago Boston Atlanta Philadelphia Detroit San Francisco and invokes classical figures Thomas Jefferson Nietzsche and Psalm 37 12 in a dated 1946 frame.
In Alabama progress in balancing industry and agriculture continues. A year after V Day, 140 new industrial plants began operations, with 94 more in planning across 356 counties. State Chamber of Commerce official John Ward notes widespread growth and expects further expansion.
President Trigman indicates a planned liquidation agency to assume government functions while others remain. The Alabama parks report 351,022 total visitors for 1945 with 313,258 Alabama residents. Gulf 81,927. Monte Sano 62,494. Chewaela 62,373. Cheha 44,038. Oak Mountain and other sites detailed.
Dr. W. H. Young of the U S Bureau of Mines reports a rapid industry move from coal to oil for fuel accelerated by postwar strikes. He cites convenience and independence from labor disruption as key factors driving manufacturers to cut coal use and favor petroleum.
A garbled report discusses Senate committee procedure and mentions Senator Hodern Teaper and Iowa Republicans. It notes debate over committee actions, references past elections, and cites a newspaper critic questioning a city sign issue in Dothan. The passage remains unclear and partly unreadable.
A fragmented report discusses attendance figures at Alabama state parks including Chattahoochee and Segrest, urging development to match other regions. Gov Chauncey Sparks is named in connection with the issue, as locals push for improved facilities and wider access for Alabamians and visitors.
In a high stakes clash linked to John L. Lewis and United Mine Workers politics, Ray Edmundson sought to run for UMW president but was barred from the convention floor by credentials. Judge Goldsborough’s January ruling upheld the rival’s exclusion, threatening Lewis's grip on leadership and miners’ futures.
John Temple Graves reflects from Brockton Massachusetts on Boston’s proximity to sources of attack, aviation and scientific work. He cites radioactivity debates, weather notes from The Boston Globe, and a Brockton manufacturer considering Tennessee for raw materials and cheaper labor, arguing the South could become a center for labor peace while Bostonians obsess over northern athletic teams and politics.
Fragmented remarks mix election confusion with approval of self reliance and international relief policy. The piece references Supreme Court, Beeres, LaGuardia, UNRRA, and US relief stance, noting tension over a proposed international body and displacement aid.
The Greek government under Premier Tsaldaris seeks UN complaints over alleged border violations with Albania Yugoslavia and Bulgaria as Greece vows to fight for independence and democracy despite Communist pressure. Dragoumis warns of insurgent activity aided from Yugoslavia and Bulgaria while Greece’s strategic Balkan position draws in Britain and Russia with a possible hands off stance from both powers.
A fragmented listing shows a Monday radio lineup across networks with programs including Radio's Supper Club News Commentary World News Jack Smith Songa abe Elmer Davis Commentary and various dramas, music shows, and quizzes from 6:00 to 10:15 PM, featuring hosts such as Carolyn Gilbert, Bob Hawk, H V Kaltenborn, Lum & Abner, and The Five Minute-Nernont, plus the CBS NBC ABC brand slots and a late-night Variety News and Dance wrap.
Miami reports the Florida Legislature will consider a bill to allow widows veterans and disabled persons to file a single exemption form for both county and city taxes. Dade County Tax Assessor J Lummus Jr and Rep R E Gautier Jr will push the measure, aiming to extend current homestead exemptions to additional categories. Lummus notes past delays for those who failed to submit exemption forms, and homesteaders favor a unified filing to escape both levies.
A new egg shampoo promises to recondition dry hair by blending eggs milk and oils into a fine liquid that cleanses and nourishes. Glamour model Helen Mann reports the product helps hair recover from summer exposure, leaving curls revived and glossy.
The fourth annual all day Sacred Harp singing convention will be held in Dothan Thursday starting at nine a.m. Old time gospel singing enthusiasts are invited to join at the courthouse for a revival of the traditional shape note hymnody.
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