Obscure historical Dothan Eagle notice from 1947
Fragmentary page text shows subscription rates, mailing details, and organizational notices for The Dothan Eagle, dated Sunday November 30 1947. It includes pricing by mail or carrier, limited service regions, telephones, and copyright notice. The portion references Associated Press and Jefferson quotes with misprint-heavy OCR.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cocker
Nall
Alabama
Georgia
Florida
Alabares
Tseoraia
Abe
Alabama Marriage Reform Promises Safer, Slower Weddings
In January Alabama enacts a new law requiring blood tests and health regulations for marriage. The measure delays nuptials to ensure responsible decisions and reduce hasty marriages, aiming to prevent venereal disease transmission and promote stable unions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alabama
FEPC PREVUE: Hollywood Firing of 10 Writers and Directors
Fifty film executives in New York announced the discharge of ten writers and directors who refused to answer questions before the House Un Americanism Committee. Two were fired immediately, the rest to receive separation papers soon. The ten refused to deny Communist affiliation, prompting debate over FEPC status and job discrimination risks in a world where refusing to confirm or deny could bar employment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollywood
New York
Mississippis Right to Choose Its Senators and Congressmen
The editorial argues Mississippi may elect its own federal representatives without outside meddling. It contrasts Mississippi with Alabama and cites editorials from The Meridian Star and The Birmingham News. It notes forestry safety remarks about 4000 squirrels killed in Alabama forests and ends by urging early Christmas shopping.
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Paul Swathout
Alabama
Friendship Train reaches Philadelphia with 202 cars for Europe
Drew Pearson notes the Friendship Train ends its Philadelphia leg with 202 cars loaded by numerous railroads and communities. Cargo shifts to France via New York and Italy via New York, with pre Christmas and Epiphany deliveries planned. Communities nationwide sent flour milk and canned goods, while organizers praise spontaneous American generosity and rail line cooperation.
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Philadelphia
Southwest
Friendship
Wichita Eagle
Santa Fe
Chespeake and Ohio
Baltimore and Ohio
United States Lines
New York
France
Exiria
Italy
Waterman
State Marine Corporation
Aleway
Mediterranean
United States
Nashville
Tenn
Philadephia
Chattanoga
New England
Manchester
New Harmidshire
WEEA
Beethren
Union Pacific
New York Central
Pennectvara
Brotherhood of Man
Allarts
Aranle
Yadhonville
Noonie Enceanyn
Wetech
Vir- Rint Tetermann
Thantesivina Banevatean
Alf Qapaqyena
Norfall
Wester
Rannike
Trnehburs
Danville
Noarfall
Portsmouth
Richmond
Lions Club
Marehead City
Toons
Kinstan
Weet
Virginia
This Mornin by John Temple Graves
A commentary on church and secular press roles in public life, praising humane values in education. It cites editorials, church leaders, and university figures to argues for moral discipline, cultural heritage, and leadership in liberal arts colleges amid Cold War tensions.
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Frank Bell Lewis
New
Mary Baldwin College
Staunton
Virginia
Bristaf Arts
Princeton
T. M. Greene
Lewis
Ins
University of the Soa
Alex Guery
John W. Lewis
Macon
Alabama to require syphilis test for marriage licenses
A new Alabama law takes effect next January requiring both applicants for a marriage license to produce a certificate showing they are free of syphilis. The groom faces a doctor’s exam and blood test, while prior practice often skipped thorough testing. The law aims to fix lax pre marital scrutiny that has allowed cursory checks.
The Friendship Train and American Unity in 1947
Remarks recount the postwar push for a nationwide Friendship Train amid Cold War tensions. Mentions figures such as Hector McNeil Herbert Evatt and V A Zorin, plus critics of press freedoms and US aid to girls. Describes Hollywood figures Charles Skouras and industry leaders coordinating publicity for the fundraiser.
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America
V. A. Zorin
New York
WN. J
Wilbur J. McGowan
Atlantic City
Hollywood
Charles Skouras
Fox West Coast Theatres
Skouras
Amber
Skourases
Warners
McGowans
Dick Longs
Legionnaires
American Action
Bell Syndicate. Inc
Midland City's Iceman Mayor Seeks More Water Upgrades
Midland City mayor R. M. Idas Williams, longtime ice dealer since 1933, rose from councilman to leader to fix chronic water shortages. He recalls wartime ice supply boosts, a debt reduction plan, and ongoing efforts to expand water distribution and hydrant capacity while continuing city improvements. The mayor also drives a tractor on farms during spare time and emphasizes action over words.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Midland City
R. M. ‘Idas Williams
Williams
A. B. Hawkins
Young Williams
Hawkins
Dothan
Mayor Williams
Napier Field
Neee Sal
Gontell
Max Williams
Eagle
Atlanta WSB Plans Television Hook on ATLANTA
AP report notes WSB signed RCA contracts to bring the first television set to the Southeast. WSB and WICD plan a TV center at a cost around 40000,000 with a 1949 nationwide network goal. The piece also mentions magnetic poles in Canada.
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Atlanta
WSB
Atlanta Journal
Radio Corporation of America
RCA
Southeastern United States
J. Leonard Reinsch
Cox Newtinansis
National Broadcasting Company
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Dso N. Michican Ave
Parker Haves Bie
Chicago
Boston
Detroit
San Francisco
God
Thomas Jefferson
Luther
FEPC
Americanism Committee
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Commmunist Party
Tunity
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Ten
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Veler
Fair Employment Practices Committee
Mississippi
Bilbo
John
der the Constitution
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Kettle Black
Birmingham News
Heaven
Sippi
Bitno
Orange Crain
Tom Helfin, Prine Sena
Torial Monkeysman
Maine
California
Canada
Gulf
Drew Pearson
Europe
Columunist
Los Angeles
John Temple Graves
William J. Robertson
Savannah Morning News
Roberston
Episcopal
House un-American Activities Committee
Russia
Atom
Adolph Hitler
Free Lands
Sewanee
Bennett Meyers
IST
Mr. Vishinsky
Hector McNeil
Korea
Herbert Evatt
Tom Clark
U. S
Iceman
E. W. Gullege
Water Department
Johnny Daniels
J. B. Hicks
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Goothia Peninsula
Bathurst Island
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