This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 13 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1948
Page
2
A compact reflection blends biblical verse from II Kings and a Christian prayer by Scriver. It contrasts a request for balance between poverty and riches with a humble heart aligned to God's will. The passage emphasizes obedience and contentment in spiritual guidance.
The Navy tests midsize air ferrying using floating bases to move short range fighters from California to Hawaii via two staging ships Tarawa and Princeton. Planes refuel at sea, reducing carrier reliance and speeding deployment in potential future conflicts. The method aims for a simple, cheap solution to project air protection quickly during war.
Former Major Jap Bryant of Bessemer, newly appointed ABC board member, asserts past actions are water under the bridge and pledges fair governance. Chairman Lowell Gregors supports the move as the board begins a fresh start despite lingering questions about previous policy commitments.
A humorous essay explores two types of people who irritate others in everyday life. First, the health walker who declines a ride, provoking thoughts about social judgment. Second, the watch-checker who questions the time, fueling rumors of dishonesty. The piece gazes at social awkwardness and public perception with wry detail.
Washington reports detail how 15,000 Soviet Mongolian deserters hiding in Berlin after 1945 were hunted by American paratroopers. Gen. Lucius Clay described the brutal campaign in which MPs were overwhelmed, and fighting squads flushed out fighters to Russian sector for court martial. The operation marked first direct contact between American and Soviet troops.
Barbs in the area engage in a tense standoff tied to a notable event. Officials report a brief disruption as crowds gather near the scene, with no injuries or arrests announced. Local authorities urge calm and clarify the situation as investigators review available clues.
This afternoon essay notes that many Americans seek deeper religious meaning amid a broad indifference. It praises a new nationwide Episcopal radio series presenting Great Scenes from Great Plays to shape individual character, emphasizing selflessness over social reform.
Fragments show quotes from Vishinsky Dewey and Wallace on peace, inflation, and UN roles. References to Colgate University president Everett Case and Norman Thomas appear alongside scattered notices and partial names, hinting at a broad, tumultuous wartime era debate in Paris.
The editorial notes Bryant's appointment to the ABC board may improve policy and urges the state to support a functioning liquor control system. It warns that about $2,000,000 in ABC revenue is missing, which could derail the state budget and revive prohibition-era problems if reform is not pursued.
The Georgia Progressive party sought to place its slate on the November ballot but faced rejection after officials found forged and bogus signatures. Circulators used uniform handwriting and fictitious names like George Washington and Julius Caesar, signaling effort to provoke denial and gain publicity rather than secure votes.
A reflection on Negro folklore and spirituals shaping the region’s culture. It cites Marion Anderson and other songs, plus a list of superstitions and fall signs, including eggs, hair rinsing, and Monday luck. Rumors of political views on Dewey versus Truman appear in a fragmented column note from Decatur Daily via Shades Valley Sun.
In a Sylacauga News letter to the Birmingham scene, residents criticize Commissioner Connor for targeting "trashy" comic magazines and seek a standard board to regulate publications. They praise his crackdown while urging better spectator behavior at baseball games, suggesting deposits on cushions and bottles to curb misbehavior.
Fifty years later in a local football note Newton yielded two points on a blocked kick in the end zone as Dothan defeated Newton 52 to zero. A fire destroyed a March Kirkland home on Newton and Cherry streets while the family was away. Col Allison Owen of New Orleans, commander of an Alabama National Guard battery, was set to inspect the Dothan unit. Burglars pried open a door at Maione Hat Company but nothing appeared stolen.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.