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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1947
Page
2
The U S Chamber pledged to restore peacetime conditions and stabilize the economy. It blamed wartime distortions for current woes and urged substantial tax cuts to boost investment and employment amid rising prices and policy debates.
The Kresky Evenheat Floor Furnace described as the first fully automatic floor furnace with forced hot air circulation is sold and installed by J. L. Harris Roofing Company. Offered in two models Evenheat and Super Serge, it provides low cost automatic oil heat with floor space savings and six advantages including enclosed double casing and automatic thermostatic control.
Unclear text reports floodwaters waning toward the sea near Tokyo. Mention of Americans among casualties and Allied losses. two U.S. soldiers drowned Wednesday, with broader fatalities and displaced residents noted. Local agencies referenced with disrupted details.
Alabama Department of Public Welfare payments totaled 1,283,268 last month, up 10,617 from July. Commissioner Lonia Dunn announced the distribution by program: aid to the blind 19,954 dependent children 254,565 old age pensions 925,994 foster care 7,365 handicapped 73,074 temporary aid 3,515.
The article outlines conflicts in Dothan about primaries for the city commissioner race. It questions party nomination status in general elections, who receives absentee ballots, who pays primary costs, and whether primaries should be abolished in favor of a single general election. A proposed elective election board is discussed as a replacement.
The piece records a jumble of names and terms including Ferguson Bridges Attlee and Viterbo in a discussion about postwar costs and agreements. It mentions British plans and potential settlements, with references to opposition figures and government actions regarding occupation and reparations.
At District II fall meeting in Houston Note, Louise McDonald of Mobile won the debate arguing against women leaders. Helen Talmadge of Selma argued affirmatively. A two day Pilot gathering opened with a tea by Dothan club and a banquet with group singing and lyrics by local clubs.
Public hearing set for October 1 on the Alabama hospital construction program. State Health Officer DG Gil reports a master plan complete, with 12 277 beds needed and 7 473 extra beds required. The Hit Berton act would fund 2 877 725 annually for five years with the feds covering one third of costs. Legislature approved 2 million dollars for related work.
Mobile event gathers 67 Alabama counties for the annual convention of the Association of County Officials. Governor Joanes B. Folsam is slated to speak along with other notable county leaders from Decatur Centre and Montgomery.
A fragmented note lauds civic clubs extending a youth program to curb street problems. It emphasizes that awareness and support will keep youths engaged and foster fair competition, urging contributions to fund the initiative.
Vishinsky launches sharp attack on Americans led by John Foster Dulles accusing them of warmongering as U.N. debates unfold. France aligns with US on key issues while Czech leader Masaryk backs Moscow but seeks to bridge US Soviet rift. Bidault warns crisis deepens as delegates adjourn after tense exchanges. Th. La Guardia dies prompting silent tribute.
Ground party and four spotter planes moved toward northern Luzon hoping to locate alive at least some of the 28 US airmen who parachuted from a crash near the Cordon area in the Cagayan valley. The wrecked C-46 was on a routine flight from Guam to Clark Field when it went down during stormy weather over the sea.
Mrs. Keener Baxley advertises an unused swarm for sale at 200 E Woodland Drive while noting she cannot guarantee delivery. The swarm settled in a camphor tree in her yard as her three children and a neighbor boy watched, with six year old Bill Baxley briefly considering catching them before retreating. The owner invites the first caller to claim the swarm despite uncertain departure timing.
Storms devastated Gulf Coast areas from Bay St. Louis to Clermont Harbor and New Orleans. Deaths include Mrs. Benpanmun Hart and others. National Guard ordered to enforce curfews. Flooding, downed crops, and widespread property loss reported. rescue and relief efforts under way as authorities assess damage.
Senate leaders gridlock over a $40,000,000 road bond and a tractor gas rebate bill. Opponents threaten delaying tactics to derail votes while supporters seek a compromise to avoid a chamber stalemate and early adjournment.
A visiting group plans to secure more entrants for the beauty pageant and parade. They will visit Headland Newville Abbeville Ft Gaines Ga Eufaula Clayton Louisville Clio Ariton Newton Pinchard and Mid Tand City to recruit participants.
Harold Bell suffered a severely burned hand when the car he and his family rode in burst into flames after a Friday night game in Elba. The vehicle burned rapidly, likely from gasoline leaked from a carburetor. Harvey Pociford of Abbeville was with them and escaped injury. Bell was treated at Enterprise for burns and shock.
Dr John C I Lee arrived in Iowa City from Italy by private plane to visit family before reporting to Washington for a probe into conditions of troops in Italy. He plans retirement soon and was to go to San Francisco for a new assignment after temporary duty. He did not comment on the investigation and accused the reporter of seeking a personal spotlight.
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