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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1948
Page
2
A fragmented OCR page shows postal notices for mall matter and subscription rates across Alabama Georgia and Florida and includes quotes from Jefferson and Luke 17 2 and a commentary on Americans and Communists. The text references a September 16 1948 publication date and mentions scientists government workers and others facing questions about Communist ties.
Dr G Brock Chisolm of Canada, director general of WHO, told a news conference at the AAAS meeting in Washington that world population rises by 2,000,000 monthly, with the US India and China crowded. He suggested limiting US births within 30 years, a stance criticized as jeopardizing UN funding and urging a larger US birth rate instead.
President Truman claims Congress uses smear tactics against Communists while scientists quote fear in atomic research. Oak Ridge Association of Engineers and Scientists reports about 40 percent of Oak Ridge scientists have resigned over smear fears, amid contrasting views from advocates of the Atomic Energy Commission.
The Texas Democratic convention lines up to keep Democratic electors for President Truman, ousts Dixiecrat delegates, and signals a three way race for Texas 23 electoral votes in November. Gov. Beauford Jester’s control contrasts with Dixiecrats seeking an alternate slate amid Republican gains.
Birmingham's Police Commissioner Eurene Connor warned football fans at Legion Field to follow seating rules and behavior standards or face enforcement. The message stressed orderly conduct, with receipts and sections monitored by officers and venue staff.
US and British intelligence tracked Baron Von Einsiede, linked to the Free Germany Committee, as a key Nazi behind efforts in the Western zone of Germany to organize an uprising against American and British forces. He faced six months in jail for fake papers, while broader notes discuss postwar German reconstruction under Marshall Plan influence and US policy shifts.
A columnist argues that college scholarships for women should reward more than looks, praising personality and intelligence. He cites Miss America in Atlantic City and questions the fairness of awarding scholarships solely for appearance, urging a broader measure of merit.
A compendium of quotes from Sen Irving M Ives and Gen Hoyt S Van denberg urging readiness and decisive action to save Western Europe and deter adversaries. The text weaves political warnings with wartime rhetoric about sustaining long term air power and industrial efficiency.
For years talks of CIO AFL unity stalled at the top level where leaders resist. A Detroit Labor Day meeting was to please Truman, not to merge. Top jobs would shrink by half, deterring consolidation as chiefs resist yielding power and prestige. Some mid tier leaders may seek a third union.
A reader suggests inviting U S Senator Claude Pepper to debate A G Carmichael versus Gov Andrews on the Dixiecrat issue. The letter proposes Pepper to accept the invitation and notes Carmichael declined the prior offer.
Tuscaloosa reports the installation of 750 downtown parking meters with police noting smooth public adjustment. City officials consider expanding meters after favorable pilot results in other towns, while little opposition has emerged and council may act soon. Several editorials discuss Alabama politics and voting trends affecting national races.
Firemen battled a morning blaze caused by an un attended coffee percolator left on at Tee's lunchroom. Mrs J L Jackson of Doths won first prize for her estate at the Dempsey Firpo attendance event, with Mrs Jarg on guessing 92 100 and AP reporting about 90 000. Rev R J Haskew left for Youngstown to hold a revival next week. Fire in W F Martins home cellar coal bin threatened the house but was extinguished. Chief Dempsey was slightly injured slipping on stairs while investigating. R E Gamble, local insurance man, broke his right arm cranking his car.
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