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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1948
Page
2
A concise reflection on confidence as the mind's bold foray into noble aims. It contrasts Philippians 1 25 with Cicero noting confidence as a steadfast trust in oneself guiding steadfast pursuit and joy in faith.
The Census Bureau reports 2.89 million adults over 14 cannot read or write, a record low 2.7 percent, down from 4.7 percent in 1930 and 6.5 percent in 1920. Factors include compulsory schooling enforcement, expanded education, aging illiterates, and WWII training for veterans.
A lively national dispute on the correct method to burp a baby features New York pediatrician Dr. Ruth Hawkins arguing burping is needed while Connecticut health experts defend gentler, shoulder-free techniques. The debate cites traditional methods and warnings against improper handling as authorities urge careful support for infants' breaths and comfort.
The speaker defends a long standing family practice of keeping the baby Uke with the parents. They argue it has endured ages and will continue. The question remains whether the baby’s needs will be satisfied and safe in this setup.
The draft agency reports hundreds of thousands failed to register last month. FBI and selective service personnel are pursuing those who did not sign up, warning of leniency only if reporting immediately. The message stresses peacetime stigma equals wartime consequences for a dodger.
A reflective piece framing National Newspaper Week as a mutual duty shared by newspapers and readers. It argues that a free, independent press sustains liberties and contrasts it with totalitarian regimes where people know only what is fed to them. The article emphasizes the public’s right to know as essential to democracy.
The column reviews a 1940s era intrigue involving John Foster Dulles and Swedish links in a covert American arms and plant deal. It notes testing and certification maneuvers, political influence, and questions over personnel and pay, including Grace Cleverender’s unusual position. A complex web ties banks, trusts, and wartime policy to votes and official actions.
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In this reader submission from The Eagle, the writer explains the origin of the term Wiregrass for a southwestern Georgia and southeastern Alabama region. The piece outlines wire grass as a tough, seedless, wiry growth that resists plowing and spreads slowly from roots, contrasting it with sage grass. The writer cites historical clearing, land use, and local terminology such as The Wire Grass of Dober and related nicknames.
Senator from Massachusetts presents Resolution 206 proposing to reform how electoral votes are allocated. The plan would split each state’s electoral votes in proportion to its popular vote, without removing any votes from states. The author argues the reform preserves state sovereignty, strengthens the will of the people in each state, and fosters a two party system while reducing influence of regional minorities.
A critical look at traveling circuses and midway scams notes how card tricks and bell games fleece crowds, with calls for stricter licensing and protection for honest entertainment. The piece condemns clip joints, gambling stalls, and misleading sponsors, urging civic action against such rackets. It also cites related editorials from The Covington News and Decatur Daily on governance and public safety.
Governor Dewey backs federally generated energy transmitted away from power sites to ensure uniform regional availability. He supports the proposed TVA New Johnsonville steam plant, underscoring his stance as Congress debates the project this year.
A western rodeo headlining the fair year is organized by Texas Rangers. A house on North Fi street, formerly owned by W Grant and later sold to Mike Saliba, is noted in passing. The Alabama Boys Industrial School band from East Lake will perform for a week at the fair, with concerts at the grandstand twice daily. An old-time fiddlers’ convention is planned for Oct 19 at the city auditorium to fund rugs for the hall. The Automobile is the 8% sect of Mr. Cochran’s sermon at Lafayette Street Methodist church tonight.
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