Fire prevention week brings no blaze to Williams-Young yard
N Longgrear of Williams-Young Lumber Co. reports no fire during 1947 Fire Prevention Week, breaking a long jinx. A hand injury from door latch required medical care, but no serious harm. He notes a rare calm week amid ongoing pandemic-like fire fears and comments on a constitutional amendment proposal to allow legislative self-convening, calling it bad and a potential slap at Gov. Jim Folsom.
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N. Longgrear
Williams-Young Lumber Co
Sweek
Dothan
Bud
Geneva County
Budk
Jim Folsom
Ed Yeaman plans return to Dothan business
Ed Yeaman, longtime Dothan resident, has left his state job since September and toured this section with a tire business partner. He previously moved from Dothan to Florida, then served as a taxability analyst in Alabama's Revenue Department under Gov. Wallace, and now contemplates resuming business in Dothan within months.
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Ed Yeaman
Dethan
Alabama
Himaeetf
Dothan
Florals
State Department of Revenue
Jim Olsom
Boswell Says No Bud Boswell Stirring State
Boswell of Geneva voices firm opposition stirring state politics as he resists calls for action. His stance draws attention from lawmakers and residents across counties seeking clarity on his position and potential impact on upcoming discussions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bud Boswell
Geneva
Dangerous Football Claims Dent Car in Panama City
Reed, an accident insurance adjuster, recounted an unusual incident at Panama City where a hard football dented a steel car roof after falling from a nearby fence. He warned motorists at games to beware parking close to fences as auto coverage varies and not all policies may cover such damage.
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Buck Reed
Panama City
Spectator President Proposes Name Rich Ball Players
Suggestion by former Dothan Baseball Club president Mark Cannon favors more players with distinctive names like Fiorello and Angello. He notes funny names performed well this year even in the majors, while admitting he avoided proposing the idea when payrolls and records needed spelling.
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Mark Cannon
Dothan Baseball Club
Fiorello
Angello
Notre Dame
The Giant Milkman Who Won A Town
In Minneapolis Ole Svendsen, a seven foot tall lumberjack type, joins a dairy company as a milkman. He attracts crowds and gains customers on his rounds. A day he returns without his wagon after a scare, quits with a humorous line about the milk wagon needing a telephone pole, ending the tale.
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Ole Svendsen
Minneapolis
Dorn
Ole
Lumberjack Union
Manneapolis
Chamber of Commerce
St. Paul
Giake
Bae Telephone Pole
Billy Roses
Radio Listing Details Evening Network Schedules
Radio networks present a dense Wednesday to Thursday lineup with 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. blocks featuring News and Commentary, mystery programs, talk shows, dramas, and musical variety. Notable entries include Jack Smith Show, Murrow, American Married Time, The Whistler, Jimmy Durante, and varied MBS ABC ARC slots.
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Nbe
Jack Smith
Cba
Bob Croaby
Cbs
Kaltonborn
Fd Murrow
Dennis Pay
Meindy
D. Chistian
Naffy
Travers
Ogan
Ameche
Che
the Whistler
Jimmy Durante
Nbr-Hade
Muasle Shop
Fulton Lewin Jr
Gabriel Heatter
AP News
Hible Readers Club
Shady Waller
Martin Biack Shaw
ABC
Iack Parr
Hong Cromby
Heney Morvan
Tommy Toony Orch
News Ce
Henny Strong
Freddtie Noel Orch
Graemere
Aluminum Foil Helps Greens Stay Fresh One Week
Report notes that wrapping greens and vegetables in aluminum foil extends freshness for about a week, reducing waste. Observers suggest covering produce and storing in a cool area to maintain crispness and flavor.
Evening Radio Schedule Relay on Whig Channel
A fragmented listing shows multiple ABC and ATC programs with hosts and times. Notable entries include Farin Uand at 6:00, Martin Agronsiy at 7:00, The Breakfast Club and My Tray Story on ABC, and classic acts like Paul Whiteman and Terry and The Curates. The lineup blends talk shows, music, and variety segments across dayparts.
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Farin Uand
Martin Agronsiy
ABC M5
the Breaifast Clib
ABC
ABC U Creches
ATC Vo Rilueaaer AB
Hellywood
Calon Viti AG
Teel Malone
Welrone
Rankhaer Te
Nancy Crona
AKG Rm
Frannie Cathe Osch
Wit
Walter Klernan
ABC Iews
Dovellanntine Brida & Granm
ATC
Laden
Paul Whiteman
Bil’ Terry and the
Shy Kine
Porterhouse Steaks Named After Local Eating House
Porter ran an eating house in New York and gained a reputation for the steaks he served. Over time his steaks were nicknamed after the restaurant, becoming known as porterhouse steaks.
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Porter
Oan Eating House
New York
Maori Discovery Timeline Claim
The statement asserts Maori discovery of New Zealand about two centuries before Columbus reached America, placing timeline far earlier than conventional Maritime Age records. It mentions indigenous knowledge and navigation without detailing sources or corroborating evidence.
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New Zealand
Columbus
America
John J. Williams of Marianna Dies
John J. Williams 67 of Marianna died in Oliver General Hospital Augusta Georgia. A Westville Florida native, he was a printer who long worked for the Old Times Courier and later the Jackson County Floridan. Survived by six sons and a daughter, a brother and sister, and a wife who predeceased him. Funeral arrangements to be announced by Neal Funeral Home.
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Marianna
Neal Funeral Home
John J. Williams
Oliver General Hospital
Augusta
Georgia
Betty Jean
Pennyslvania
Edward A
The
Bonifay Advertiser
Bonifay
W. D. Douglas
Crestview
Florida
City Of Marianna Votes Down Garbage Tax Change
Marianna board rejects a one dollar monthly garbage collection fee while approving a ten percent city water and local telephone tax to take effect November 1. Andrew Austin is dismissed from the police force as five officers, led by Chief Roy Wright, remain. The panel orders a repeal study of punch board licenses and plans sewer extension surveys plus inner fire limit extension and appoints Mrs. W D Bennett as city librarian succeeding Mrs. Hays Lewis Sr.
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Marianna
Board of City Commissioners
Andrew Austin
Austin
Roy Wright
R. S. Pierce Jr
W. D. Bennett
Marianna Woman's Club
Hays Lewis
Methods For Melting Paraffin In A Water Bath
To melt paraffin for sealing jars of jam or jelly, place it in a saucepan in a container of boiling water. It may catch fire if heated over a direct flame.
Court says expectant mothers on buses deserve help
The Florida Supreme Court ruled that a common carrier must provide personal assistance to an expectant mother traveling by bus. Justice Glenn Terrell wrote that a carrier handling a passenger in delicate condition bears a duty of care, potentially requiring help boarding or alighting. The Palm Beach Circuit Court had dismissed the Loftins suit against Florida Cities Bus Company.
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Tallahassee
Fla
Supreme Court
Glenn Terrell
Palm Beach County
Florida Cities Bus Company
Gladys Loftin
Walter Loftin
Justice Terrell
Palm Beach
Loftins
Stretch the stubborn skirt band to fit
Local sewing center experts recommend tightening the waistband before sewing. Pin the band securely to an ironing board at both ends, then dampen the waistband and stretch it to achieve a snug, proper fit on the skirt.
Former Miss Carrie Hightower Referred To as Such
A brief line notes that several years ago the individual was formerly Miss Carrie Hightower of this locality, indicating a past title or status retained in reference within the article.
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Carrie Hightower
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