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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1944
Page
3
A letter-writer endorses Franklin D. Roosevelt over Thomas Dewey in the upcoming election, arguing the war and postwar peace take priority. The piece defends Roosevelt's wartime leadership, critiques Dewey as underprepared, and cites concerns about domestic policy while stressing the presidency's unique global duties.
Secretary of War Slanson announces a policy to keep the surviving son in such families out of combat, assigning him to nonhazardous duties or discharging him. The speaker contrasts with Germany and Japan, suggesting the U S treats individuals with sympathy, reinforcing national resolve to fight.
Washington reports reveal behind the scenes changes at the Stalin Churchill conferences, with Stalin praising the Soviet Union’s right to guard its borders and to seek friendly neighbors. The talks produced a spirit of accord, despite occasional disagreements, and a note of thanks to Roosevelt for world peace plans.
A visiting Democratic county chairman laments lack of Roosevelt pictures due to pay demands, while Lausche runs independently in a Democrat weak Ohio. Republicans, led by Ed D. Schorr, showcase money and organization. A political undercurrent favors Dewey, amid rationing anger and anti Communism rhetoric shaping votes. Roosevelt may yet rally industrial cities with a personal appearance.
A reader compliments an Eagle editorial on the upcoming election and argues for Dewey over Roosevelt. The writer recalls past Alabama politics, supports Jim Simpson for Senate, and urges the editor to publish another piece explaining their stance before election day. He plans to vote for change on November 7 despite local apathy.
Last week's column returns with tales of peanuts and weather affecting crops. A personal misadventure follows as Logue narrates a home cleanup, a goat barbecue, and a bed collapse after a night of laughing at family duties.
Funeral services for John Cyler Jones aged sixty seven will be held at Union Church after noon at three o'clock with Rev. Joe White officiating. Burial follows in the church cemetery. He was a native of Calhoun County Georgia and moved to Ashford at thirteen. Surviving are his wife and five daughters including Mrs. M C Harper. Funeral arrangements are by Johnson and Wilkerson Funeral Home.
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