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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1947
Page
2
Publisher boilerplate recounts subscription rates and postal terms for the Daily Eagle. The column also includes Associated Press rights, misstatements disclaimer, and a long political commentary fragment urging restraint toward Soviet Russia and support for international peace efforts.
The AP notes that Americans crave lower costs but reject restoring price controls. Congress is inactive until January, and experts say ceilings at current levels would merely stop prices from rising without lowering them. Wartime controls showed ceilings often became minimums when supply lagged demand. Black market prices ran higher.
The piece argues Russian leaders like Gromyko and Vishinsky are pushing propaganda through Western media. It contends readers should not view U S policy as attempting to undermine the United Nations and notes timing aims to influence public opinion during weekends.
Bob Hannegan steps down as national chairman of the Democratic National Committee due to ill health, handing over to new leadership. Gael Sullivan also resigns as executive director amid White House tensions and shifting party control, with Rhode Island Senator McGrath eyed as potential successor and Southern support reportedly growing.
A British intelligence summary claims Moscow has abandoned friendly ties with the United States. It says Russia will formalize relations, campaign against U.S. influence, woo Arabs over oil, and use the Palestine issue to pressure Europe while opposing the Marshall Plan. The report also notes Stalin’s reluctance to shift policies and predicts a tense Western peace environment.
Fragmented remarks from a wartime era forum show leaders including Pruitt, Kilgore, and Roosevelt addressing global trade, reallocation of German assets, and tax policy. Calls surface for increased production, price reductions, and fiscal restraint to sustain international exchange and national obligations.
Column argues MacArthur’s return could overshadow Eisenhower in wartime aura and influence presidential prospects even if he does not run. It cites his Bataan legacy and potential to steer political calculations and campaign dynamics through a dramatic homecoming.
Britain readies Elizabeth’s wedding with pomp pared to costs, while nation’s economy worries persist. Royal finances are described as benefiting the government, with Queen Elizabeth and others receiving allowances, and the royal house holding substantial property and foreign investments, reflecting continued royal influence in Britain.
The Slocomb Garden Club held its first meeting at Mr. Smith’s home with floral displays. Officers named: Mrs. Serrest president, Mrs. Pat vice-president, Mrs. James secretary-treasurer, J. B. Davidson parliament. Various local families and students are noted for family visits, school activities, and community events in Slocomb and surrounding areas.
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