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Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1948

Page

2

Tez Dotman Eagle Publishing 6 Year Ad Rates

Obscure scanned page shows shipping and postage, cataloging, and rates for publications in Alabama Georgia Florida. It lists subscription prices by carrier and mail, daily and Sunday editions, and separate rates for motor route service. Includes notices about obituaries, cards of thanks, and classified charges. Also contains boilerplate Associated Press and United Press notices and a Jefferson quote.

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Let There Be Light Debate and Spy Claims Reported

A 1948 column recounts a controversial debate stance and a claim that Soviet intelligence obtained classified material from downed B 20s in China. It notes Gen Spaatz's revelation and President Truman's pledge to prove the questionable “requirering” business before the election, highlighting national concern and public anticipation.

Spaatz China Truman

Easy Come Forgotten A Communist’s Government Pay Tale

Whittaker Chambers describes a Soviet linked payroll raid in Washington as he sought a government job to avoid attracting notice. He claims 24 hours yielded a federal post at 6000 dollars yearly, but records show about 2000. Critics seized on the discrepancy. supporters argue capitalist confusion explains it.

Ing Commie Washington Chambers

Truman Defends Red Herring Charge in Espionage Probe

The president labels the congressional inquiry into communist espionage as a red herring while insisting investigations into espionage by Germans and Japanese were not pursued. He argues the Soviets were allies during the war and accuses critics of dismissing ally secrets. The piece portrays a tense clash over wartime intelligence and party lines.

Truman

Hatch Leads Democrats in 1948 Campaign Speeches

Senator Carl Hatch of New Mexico, named chair of the Democratic speakers bureau, said most of the Truman cabinet would campaign for the President. He later noted Secretary Marshall and Secretary Forrestal would not join the hustings, staying out of partisan politics to protect international negotiations and national defense.

Carl Hatch New Mexico Truman Democratic Party State Marshall Defense James V. Forrestal Forrestal Marshall

Big Stick theme echoed in Roosevelt slogan reuse

A fragmentary wartime editorial recalls Theodore Roosevelt and the big stick saying, noting U S naval power shifts. It mentions American ships in the Mediterranean, bombers and bases in Britain, and a broader Cold War defense posture, with emphasis on firmness and self-reliance.

Rumors on Lewis UMW leadership and CIO ties emerge

The report discusses United Mine Workers leader John Lewis contemplating retirement at the union's October convention due to ill health. If he steps down, Tom Kennedy is seen as likely successor, with Lewis remaining active as president emeritus amid a strong UMW treasury and rising member pay and pensions. It also notes CIO endorsements of Truman, disputes over civil rights and labor factions, and ongoing AFL leadership rumors including likely candidates to succeed Green.

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Barbs and 7 a Che Travel Teepad Report

Fragmentary OCR text shows scattered phrases about travel and a tee. No clear events, names, or places to confirm a full article item. Summary limited by readability but preserves the fragmentary sense of a travel or tee topic as an item.

Local reader argues over sewer bond and outfall plans

An interested resident questions a $200,000 sewer bond and proposed outfall enlargement. He cites University of Detroit tests showing low efficiency for circular tanks, higher for rectangular tanks, and warns of city overpay to Dorr Company. He notes infiltration from rainfall inflows and questions funding for East Town, urging focus on stormwater infiltration rather than large outfalls.

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That afternoon by John Temple Graves

A fragmentary column discusses states rights versus federal funding and education, noting The Baltimore Sun praising a Southern movement as honest and dignified. The Atlanta Constitution editor reflects on hypocrisy in Southern advocacy and the obligation of states to the United States.

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Democrats All-Perhaps In Alabama Rift Over Electors

State Senator Joseph N. Langan led a group urging Democrats to vote under the state emblem in November with a plan to later press electors to back Truman. The split risks aiding Republicans and destabilizes the party, while Thurmond-Wright supporters foresee limited cooperation and ongoing tension within Alabama Democrats. The piece notes reactions from Bishop Oxnam and editorials, plus remarks on local civic leaders and a separate note about Robert McRight leaving Boy Scout duties for Dothan.

Joseph N. Langan Mobile National Democratic Party Langan Truman Alabama Ane Thurmond-Wright FEPC Istate Party Birmingham Age-Herald

Northern friends hear southern Negro praise on porch

On an evening porch gathering, locals urge northern readers to listen as southern Negroes are praised and sung about. The writer claims jealousy explains any criticism and notes the Negroes appear happy and content without a care in the world.

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Convicts Fight Fire Like Their Own Building

A group of inmates battled a blaze at a facility, redirecting efforts to protect the structure as guards contained the flames. No injuries reported. Authorities credited inmate cooperation and rapid response with limiting the damage.

Prison escape costs questioned by Alabama director

Prison Director Frank Boswell says fewer inmates are escaping Alabama penal institutions now. He suggests prisoners may have learned about the high meat prices outside. The remark is noted alongside criticism of the attorney general’s demagogic and hysterical rhetoric.

Frank Boswell Alabama Greenville Alabama Journal

First Baptist revival planned after pastor change

The First Baptist Church will hold a revival in October, the first since Dr. C. Ross Baker became pastor. Fire threatened an elevator plant in Dothan when an electric motor flamed up, causing slight damages. City council sets two hearing dates for paving project objections, Sept. 24 for Duly to Washington to Lafayette area and Sept. 27 for North Cherry North Avenue and North Alice. Lions Club heard Sellers Stough discuss his New York City visit.

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British editions reach U S markets swiftly by air

British newspapers released in London are made available in the United States almost as soon as they hit the stands by sending first editions across the Atlantic. The five hour time difference accelerates distribution, ensuring prompt availability for American readers.

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