Times Endorses Dewey and Warren for 1948 Election
The Times argues for unified national leadership and criticizes Truman administration failings. It endorses Governor Dewey and Senator Warren, stating they offer strength to challenge reactionary Republican forces and address grave domestic and international problems. The paper reasons it avoids Dixiecrat or Truman endorsements, choosing a practical path.
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Huntsville Times shifts to Republican slate for Dewey Warren
The Huntsville Times abandons its Democratic stance and endorses Governor Dewey and Governor Warren. It cites foreign policy as decisive, arguing a strong, united, non Communist leadership is needed to deter Soviet influence and safeguard world peace. The paper criticizes Truman and Wallace while praising Dewey's evolving stance on global leadership.
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Inflation and War Costs Rise with New Conflicts
The piece argues inflation would push war costs far beyond World War II. It cites current aircraft spending about triple WWII levels and extrapolates a third war could approach a trillion dollars, plus rehabilitation costs if victory is achieved.
Supreme Court rules on union control of wage raises
Two rulings address union consent for merit raises and general pay increases. The court will review whether employers err when raising salaries without union approval, amid debates on union involvement and employer generosity. The piece notes the text is from Washington dispatches.
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Ferguson probe halted amid Tucker scandal chatter
The Drew Pearson column recalls Senator Homer Ferguson of Michigan slowing the Preston Tucker mobile scandal probe after allegations of political influence. It notes payments to ex-Republican official Mrs. Dudley Hay and her husband, hotel records of May to June 1947, and Tucker’s claim of hiring a Michigan political figure to end the Senate inquiry. It also cites government investigations and a projected grand jury in Chicago.
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Radio sports bias stirs debate amid postwar era talk
A column discusses the clash between heavy sports coverage and other news in the radio era. It notes World Series concluded, rising professional sports pressure on college games, and the tension with high school sports becoming mass entertainment. It also reports on GI loan restrictions and bank attitudes toward veteran housing loans.
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So They Say War Talk Propaganda and Labor Politics
A fragmented transcription presents diverse quotes on war talk as political propaganda, labor leaders, and foreign policy. It references figures from the CIO and States' Rights movement, with jumbled lines reflecting a noisy historical debate on prices, industry profits, and international issues.
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Wiregrass paper shortage confronts Dothan Eagle front page
The Dothan Eagle faces a sharp paper shortage affecting daily front page photos and print runs. An Alabama journal editor weighs options as stills and beauty pictures appear daily while supplies dwindle.
Alabama’s Year of Protest Splits on Truman Vote
Alabama politics in 1948 centers on Governor Folsom’s pro Truman stance amid a Republican push and write in doubts. Editorials question motives and fear race tensions while praising Dr Ralph Draughon’s selection as president of API and noting his down to earth remark Let’s go eat.
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What’s wrong with Birmingham what readers think
The DeKalb Times quotes The Birmingham News inviting comment on misperceptions in Birmingham. It notes that locals show snootiness and fail to nod on streets, contrasting with Fort Payne’s greeting habit as a point of view.
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Fire at S O Willis home and local events noted
Fire crews responded to the home of S O Willis on South St Andrews due to an oil stove incident causing minor damage. The Acazar Temple ancient Arabic order plans a Dothan visit on October 23 to initiate about 75 candidates. A fiddle convention at City Hall is expected to attract a large crowd with prizes from local merchants. R L Milner, A C L gang foreman, died from injuries after a derailed car near Watford. Dothan high hosts Dale County at Fair Field today.
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