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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1948
Page
11
Gov. M. E. Thompson conceded Georgia governorship to Herman Talmadge as unofficial returns showed a lead of 271 515 to 241 005 in the Democratic primary and a county unit margin of 316 to 86 from 1 399 of 1 763 precincts.
In Atlanta Marvin Griffin, former adjutant general and Talmadge loyalist, led late returns in the Democratic primary for lieutenant governor. Griffin trailed rival Henry Persons in popular votes by headline figures but held a large unit-vote edge amid Talmadge-backed support as results continued to be tallied.
Utah voters in the 1938 primary show Republicans ahead by more than 13 000 votes in a direct primary. With 26 districts still reporting, Republicans logged 87 797 for governor candidates to 54 688 for Democrats. The nearly 123 000 total set a new Utah primary record, surpassing 119 047 in 1940. Maw seeks a third term. his Democratic foe is J Bracken Lee.
Perryopolis residents await details of the will of Mrs. Mary Fuller Frazier who left the town its major legacy minus a $210,000 bequest. Executors expect estate clearance to take 12 to 18 months, with funds earmarked for civic improvements including a street improvement program.
In Blakely Georgia Early County returns place Herman Talmadge ahead of M F Thompson 1778 to 1155 in the governor race. The 35 year old son of Eugene Talmadge enjoys strong popular support and carries some city strongholds as he seeks revenge with a swift inauguration after a 67 day contention last year. Turn To No. 12 One Page 2.
Georgia Republicans will meet Saturday to decide whether to field a candidate for governor in November. The party has not held a Republican governor since Reconstruction. Harry Sommers of Atlanta, a car dealer and Republican national executive committeeman for the state, has been mentioned as a potential nominee.
The Alabama State Board of Education approved a budget for the new State Vocational Trade School at Dothan Napier Field appointing KR L Turner of Eufaula as superintendent. The budget allocates 158500 for operation and 657000 for buildings with 75000 state funds and other sources covering remaining costs.
City Superintendent Bruce Flurry announced plans to replace two shift schedules with full day operations in all elementary grades. Highland Minnie T Heard and Southside will gain new classrooms by mid Oct and Nov. Negro schools stay crowded until new facilities finish.
President Truman plans a two week Western campaign ending with speeches in Iowa Dexter and Denver. Dewey will start Sept 20 in Des Moines and move toward the West Coast before returning to Albany. The AFI Building Service Union endorsed the GOP nominee as Georgia politics heat up with Herman Talmadge winning a decisive primary amid racial tensions.
The executive board of a major AFL union, claiming 175000 members, endorsed Thomas E. Dewey for president. William L. Green of Chicago announced the decision after talks with Dewey. The move marks the first clear AFL endorsement for Dewey.
Paris reports that Russia proposed a Big Four foreign ministers meeting tomorrow to discuss former Italian colonies. Britain France and the United States accepted. Molotov Bevin and Marshall considered attendance with deputies possible. Schuman would sit for France. Washington had labeled the proposal propaganda but agreed to participate.
Paris AP report says De Gaullists demand constitutional changes as price for backing a Queuille cabinet. Gracobbie leads the De Gaullists in the National Assembly and seeks elections to the Council of the Republic. Queuille struggles to form with Socialist support after talks and a government reshuffle.
CAP Dispatch quotes Abraham Dubinsky condemning Western concessions to the Soviet Union over Berlin. He asserts the United States will not be pushed out and calls for firm action as tensions with Russia loom. Secretary of State Dean Acheson faces questions at a news conference about policy.
Fire of undetermined origin swept the Green Ruane Furniture warehouse on South Kie causing heavy damage to building and contents. Owner Lloyd Green estimated losses between 27000 and 30000. Fire was contained after burning most of the stock and surrounding areas.
Dougie Bailey, the hometown writer praised locally, unveils his debut novel Devil Mike a Third gora, on sale tomorrow at all county stores. The piece notes his rising national profile and local celebration as Dothan supports its favored son.
A fragmented review scene praises Devil Make A Third as a notable first novel by Paulhaws Dowie Kanes. The piece mentions Biecey Potton CSoe and Kang Heney Vi secand, with various unreadable passages and page notes.
A massive 200000 strong anti Communist demonstration in Berlin faces clashes. German crowds in the British sector near Brandenburg Gate attack a jeep with Russian soldiers inside Soviet territory. Soviet police fire on protesters as tensions rise and world leaders call for calm.
Report claims nine Yugoslavs killed in an assault on Greece with Greek troops suspected to have killed a Yugoslav man. Western allies urged to intervene as Greece faces pressure amid retaliatory tensions.
Auto Union idle as guards strike following mass layoffs at Auto Union plants. About 64 000 workers across West Coast oil and shipping industries join the walkouts, with 25 000 at Briggs Detroit plants idled after guard union action. Chrysler and Packard layoffs rise as Briggs shutdowns ripple through manufacturing. No settlement seen yet in trucking stoppage affecting about 14 000 workers.
Four medical experts told Congress that doctors may soon use electromyography to diagnose aches and pains via a television screen. The device detects electrical impulses from nerves and muscles using needles or skin sensors and displays them on a cathode tube for evaluation.
Washington dispatch reports Secretary of State George Marshall urged a global reaffirmation of the United Nations Charter. He warned that a failure to renew support could weaken postwar peace and security, calling nations to unite in upholding international law and collective security principles.
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