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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1950
Page
2
A showing of Of Life In The Wiregrass, a film depicting missionary work in Southern Mexico, will be at Grandview Baptist Church at 7 9 m tomorrow. Reverend C Sum ter Wemp invites the public to attend.
City court records show multiple drunk driving and traffic violations with fines ranging from 24 to 2102 dollars. Defendants include G A Pavy D Bilavent and A J Hammond, with others cited for reckless driving and license offenses. Additional cases cover vagrancy and public intoxication. Bonds totaling about 250 dollars were ordered forfeited for defendants who failed to appear.
HEADLAND Special The Henry County Teachers Association will meet here tomorrow with the theme International Understanding. A panel discussion led by Mrs. Mary B. Carter will include Miss Jane Espy E. J. Brantley Prentice Melton and Mary Maddox. A film on aspects of the international situation will be shown. Officers listed: E. L. Bransley president, Sidney Hodges vice president, Mrs. Myrtha Corbitt secretary-treasurer.
An alleged letter released by Gov. Hanley and New Foresi ties links M Anas to a payoff scheme to support Dewey over a rival in a Republican gubernatorial race. Publisher Fran Gannelli calls for a grand jury investigation as Hanley denies any illegal dealing while Dewey says he never discussed debts with Hanley and that Hanley’s state job remains secure.
Thomas E. Chambers of Florence was elected district governor for Alabama Kiwanis. He plans to stress attendance during his term starting January. District lieutenant governors named were Hughston, Nelson, Fuller, Washburn, Howell, Whit King, and Sscrar. the convention endorsed Raymond Wheeter for international trustee.
In Birmingham a businesswoman named Mrs Trannie Goodin fired a shot at State Senator Albert Boutwell during a property settlement conference. Boutwell plans to file theft with intent to murder charges. Goodin was jailed under guard after the late yesterday incident.
AP reports Abid Power and Paper Company will raise the price of standard newsprint by 10 dollars per ton effective November 1. The move could impact publishers and printers nationwide as input costs rise.
Postmaster General Donaldson asked the Interstate Commerce Commission to use a rarely invoked power to raise parcel post rates about 25 percent. He argued the move would generate roughly $195 million annually and make parcel post self supporting, noting Congress has not passed a broad rate revision since 1949.
Allied forces push toward Pyongyang with U S Fifth Air Force strikes and rapid motorized advances along the Pyongyang highway. American careen through Mulgae Sinmak Hyeong and Hungsu while South Korean troops move by foot to Hwaam and Pyongirwon, signaling a widening turnout toward the capital.
Senate crime investigators led by Chairman Estes Kefauver focused on horse racing tracks in Nashville and nationwide to uncover links to organized crime. The hearings resumed as probes into the economic and illicit ties surrounding the racing industry continue.
Alabama prison director seeks return of convict Louis M. Allen, released to Etowah Sheriff Cecil Folsom, amid grand jury criticism. Allen, jailed for liquor transport, was released without stated authority and later connected to Georgia work in Buchanan. Folsom claims authority. grand jury calls for Allen's return to Etowah for trial.
Livestock receipts at Thomasville and Montgomery markets show gains. Cattle and calves sold strong as buyers emphasized good and choice grades with 190 to 230 pound beef cows and various hog classes posting higher quotes. Packers at multiple plants across Georgia and Alabama reported firm to higher bids, with notable activity for 300 to 480 pound slaughter calves and 200 to 240 pound barrows and gilts.
USDA report from Atlanta notes live poultry in North Georgia steady with good demand and adequate supplies. Three pound and over fryers more common than last week as prices paid FOB farm Monday and Tuesday ranged 12 to 26 cents for broilers and fryers across all weights.
New York and New Orleans markets show cotton futures advancing amid fears a tropical storm could threaten the eastern belt crop. October and December contracts move higher while nearby months trade mixed as traders weigh harvest timing and weather.
Obituaries from Headland Dothan and Midland City describe services for Dora McGriff Charles Ray Flowers Hillard Thomas Martin Martha Jane Vinson and related survivors including Holmes Johns Lif Lif and Vinson families with church obituaries in Baptist churches and graves at local cemeteries. Surviving relatives span Pensacola Montgomery Enterprise and Eufaula with multiple children grandchildren and siblings named.
In a debate sparked by Truman MacArthur talks, Western leaders weigh whether Europe or Asia demands immediate defense first. Churchill warns Europe poses the greater danger, arguing a European buildup is vital, while Korea exposes limits of overextension. The plan hints shifting American strength from Korea to Western Europe after the UN mission ends, underscoring a dominant strategic focus on Europe to safeguard democracy.
A three year old Negro child Hing Leu Eawarde of West North Street was reported slightly injured when struck by a car driven by an unidentified man. Police said the driver carried the child to its residence and left before officers arrived. The accident occurred on West Sixth Street near Lena intersection. Investigators are seeking the driver as they complete the report.
The government’s budget remains in the red after a half year. Treasury records show the deficit for the fiscal year beginning July 1 totaled $50,400,738 as of December 13.
LAKE SUCCESS AP The Soviet Form Minister Vanshin urged USSR representation on a United Nations peace patrol to monitor global trouble spots. U S Delegate John Foster Dulles favored smaller nations leading patrols but left room for compromise if Moscow shows a positive policy shift. The exchange followed a private meeting on a plan including peace enforcement and emergency General Assembly sessions. The United States also proposed a supreme civilian director for Korea’s economic rebuilding program.
SLOCOMB Special Everett Stutts of Slocomb has been elected to Beta Alpha Psi at the University of Alabama for his scholastic record in accounting. He is in Advanced Air ROTC and a member of MKappa Phi. He attended Slocomy High School in 1968.
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