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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1947
Page
2
The piece discusses John L. Lewis and the UMW, noting a petition to call strikes and stagnate industry. It argues his power may be waning as mine workers’ allegiance fuels the economy, signaling potential endgame for the CIO era.
A muddled excerpt discusses Josnie Lot’s Span ing Frankly and mentions James F Byrnes and Henry A Wallace in the context of wartime diplomacy and peace plans. The piece notes endorsements, political tension, and questions the clarity of the proffered positions amid a fraught domestic debate.
Fragmented OCR text references a senator Waban and a ta revenue plan described as pay-as-you-go. Mentions abortive proposals, possible public works or paving concept, and political debate about costs, revenue sources, and party lines. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
Fragmentary account describes a controversial overseas trip involving Democratic and Republican figures. The piece mentions threats and possible violence tied to Greek-Rutza tensions, with references to police, artillery, and protective actions during the journey.
The article alleges Governor influence in post session appointments. Senator Broughton Lamberth is named executive officer of the Alabama National Guard, filling a vacancy caused by Senator George Quarles. Rep. J Emmett Wood becomes an investigator paid $300 monthly, with ex sheriff investigators added. critique questions motives and the size of the governor's payroll.
The American Federation of Labor rejects John Lewis and United Mine Workers pressure to violate Taft Hartley rules requiring union officers to sign anti communism affidavits. The AFL reorganizes its structure to maintain compliance and protect its 200000 UMW members from potential government action.
The White House ends six formal dinners for the season as meatless Tuesdays and poultryless Thursdays join a broader conservation effort. Social secretary Edith Helin notes dinners were cancelled due to their size and the need to set an example for Americans and overseas audiences.
A long profile of Josephus Daniels, Roosevelt's Mexico ambassador and Wilson loyalist, reviews his new autobiographical work and warns that his liberalism bridges Wilson and Roosevelt philosophies. It notes Daniels remains active in Raleigh and his influence on North Carolina, while paying tribute to James E. Shepard and local race relations.
Fragmented OCR text discusses impending supply declines and rising tensions. Mentions Taft-Hartley era concerns, referenced figures, and scattered references to warlike attitudes and various groups. Content is unclear and partially garbled.
Harassed mood Luckman, head of Lever Brothers soap, rushed to Koetan over the weekend as his son underwent an emergency operation. He spoke with the company’s manager about fats and salt supplies, noting the fat needed from meat, packers, and housewives.
In a reflection on democracy vs authoritarian rule, DeWitt Mackenzie cites Marshall's definition of democracy as self-determined social political and economic life. He argues Eastern European nations like Finland Poland Romania Bulgaria Yugoslavia Albania Hungary Czechoslovakia face Bolshevik pressure and must remember democracies to preserve freedom.
Rip Sewell, veteran pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates, was released as a player. Indications suggested he might remain with the Pirates in some capacity, mirroring how others stayed on with teams after releases.
The Boston College Eagles, short three starting backs, face undefeated LSU at Braves Field in a night game expected to draw 35 009 fans. The preview notes high pace from LSU and BC’s depleted backfield as the key matchup.
In Albert Lea Minnesota a local drive named Jobs Inc gathers 100 businessmen to fund and guide community ventures. From a 1943 Chamber study to postwar planning the group launched small plants, a brass foundry a creamery and more by pooling talent and capital. Employment rose 23 percent statewide and 6 percent locally by 1947 with 149 unfilled positions.
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