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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1950
Page
2
A fragmented notice indicates defendants will be given an opportunity to enter a plea in the Wiregrass case. Details of the enterprise and guilty tem 8 percent are unclear, with trial sessions beginning soon. Further readable items suggest formal court proceedings scheduled at a local venue with involved parties unnamed in the fragments.
Reciprocity will govern performances by Do Yoan Enterprise at the Dothan High Auditorium. On February 5 Ballet Variante will perform with John Knight at the piano leading a program for Bird Farrell and Jane Hobson, with the Masters Trio featuring Donald Dame. The event continues with The Eveters Maule Quarter and Columbia Concert Trio, concluding April 5 with John Kalgat on piano.
Two observation planes captured the Red Kareena region yesterday dropping surrender leaflets while reports say Keafe living low. a small second division infantry patrol led by Lt Wit Mam 2 from Dothan Ale engaged. pilot's name not listed. Forest Service estimates annual profit from national forests at 254 million.
An ailment focused note describes backache relief and health concerns from urinary and bladder irritations. It mentions symptoms, overactive kidneys, and sleepless nights, touting a remedy named Daan's Pilly and Menuretic as widely used across many years.
The Alt- DAA Society for Crippled Children and Adults Inc has allotted 990000 for treatment of the physically handicapped. President George R Berces announced funds after a Birmingham board meeting. Allocations include 19000 for non state-aid conditions, 620000 for orthopedically crippled, 69000 for cerebral palsy, 8000 for epilepsy, 8000 for eye defects, and 8000 for hearing impairments. The board also set aside 174 for the Easter campaign and planned the Birmingham spring session.
Geneva Special report fails with many cases continued or disposed without trial. One defendant, Smith, convicted of driving with improper brakes. Others pleaded guilty to violating the prohibition law, assault and battery, or received prison terms. Several continuances and forfeitures noted, including Howard Moors and Connie Ree Lewis.
Hattie Anderson of West Powell Slyce was fined $50 in Recorder's Court for violating the city ordinance against selling intoxicating beverages without a license. She pleaded not guilty. Albert Jackson and Gene Hollie were fined 2 and 103 after pleading guilty to reckless driving. Several people were fined $7 each for public drunkenness. cash bonds totaled about $375.
The Alabama Congress of Parents and Teachers will hold nine district meetings in October across Montgomery Morse Alexander City Fayette Mobile Sheffield Gadsden Troy and other locations. The sessions will promote the 1930 theme The citizen child his cheating a free world with emphasis on education health citizenship and youth development. Noted speakers include Mrs D D Bisek Mrs L M Jordan Mrs Dan Bast Mrs Joan Fruce and Dr C G Smuth among others.
Spender and Specter spar over a resolution framed by Britain and allies, urging belligerents to halt hostilities and calling for withdrawal of forces from Korea. Voice concerns about manipulation and the UN Commission in Korea while Australian observers defend the alliance's aims and defend their nation’s stance.
A local PTA expresses thanks to police officers on duty protecting students at Lafayette Street Methodist Church. The note praises officers for safeguarding children and boosting community confidence amid school construction debates and broader war updates from Korea and Manchuria, with reports of Allied air and ground actions near border towns.
Dothan officials discussed a contested auto lot on South Oates Street with city attorneys and commissioners while Houston Memorial Library Board urged higher monthly allocations from 300 to 500 dollars. The meeting also reviewed an agreement with the State Highway Department to convert city streets for state highway use and permit pavement work with a 30 dollar deposit.
TOKYO ABI-UV reports 5 Eighth Army headquarters awarded Silver Star medals to Lt Sidney A. Berry Jr and Capt Stanley Howarth. Berry is linked to Hattesturpg Mise and Howarth is from Springfield, Mans.
A court report shows a defendant admitting guilt prior to charges being explained. The judge halted the proceedings as the man declared guilty to public drunkenness without knowledge of the specific charge. The case moved on to the next matter.
The hearing before Circuit Judge Eugene Carter will test whether the State Ranking Board should be permanently enjoined from granting a business permit for a proposed Third Bank in Dothan The injunction against the Banking Board remains in effect after a mid Summer session vote against the permit Governor Folsom replaced two board members and fired the Superintendent of Banks The First National Bank of Dothan secured the injunction as the board prepared to meet again on the charter news notes leadership changes and the ongoing legal challenge surrounding the charter request
Livestock receipts across eight packing plants in Albany Columbus Moultrie Thomasville and Tifton Georgia and Dothan Jacksonville and Tallahassee show hog prices 25 to 50 cents lower. Quotes cover barrows gilts in various weight ranges from 100 to 320 pounds with prices from about 12 to 19 dollars and sows around 14 to 15 dollars, reflecting a broad softening trend.
A partial news item from Oak Ridge Tennessee reports a letter containing payment for telephone service delivered to the Southern Bell office. The missive bears a confusing address and unclear sender details, leaving questions about the intended recipient and proper routing.
North Georgia poultry prices show steady demand but tight supplies for light hens and broilers with heavier fryers in short supply. Prices for broilers and fryers across weights quoted around 25 to 28 cents. cotton futures in New York and New Orleans move irregularly with specific contracts showing small gains and losses as traders weigh hedge selling and demand signals.
Birmingham officials permit Sam J. Hall Jr a return to the city after a pending vagrancy conviction and a controversial ordinance banning communists. The petition to restrain arrests and fines was filed in Pensacola by Hall’s attorney, arguing constitutional rights, while city and federal authorities weigh the case.
Amanda Seventy-four died yesterday at Dothan hospital. Funeral held 2 PM today at Abbeville Methodist Church with Rev. Terrence Maxey officiating and interment in Abbeville City Cemetery. Interment directed by Holman Puneet Howe of Abbeville. Miss Ward listed as sister of Mobert J. Macrag and aunt to eight nieces and nephews, including Mrs Emmett Caytogn of Abbeville.
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