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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1943
Page
11
A report details reckless mismanagement in a military mess with wasted milk and beef, discarded coffee, and salable food diverted to pigs. Civilians face shortages as cooks worked at full strength, prompting blame on the post and unit responsible.
Dewitt Macken cites Japan’s air war atrocities against POWs and civilians, urging unconditional surrender of Axis powers. He links Allied resolve with President Roosevelt and leaders’ vows to justice, referencing Pearl Harbor and Hong Kong as outrages.
The piece recalls Manfred von Richthofen, the Red Baron, shot down over France. Allies honored him as a clean fighter whose daring and chivalry contrasted with later diktats. High officers attended his Somme funeral as Allied planes circled in tribute.
An upcoming Friday service at Grace Methodist Church was announced with a focus on the impact of Christ and forgiveness. The order of service includes readings about bearing burdens, forgiveness, and the cross as part of the Lenten itinerary.
The notice invites members of all denominations to attend Good Friday services presided by Methodist ministers. Each speaker will address about ten minutes per period while the church choir leads songs fitting the occasion. The announcement references animal furs and Indian state mentions in 1932.
Detroit lawyers join war effort by working six afternoons a week at Detroit Steel Products Co while keeping law office duties. Harry Merrick of Fidelity Building describes punctuality and balance with court hearings adjusted to factory shifts. In parallel, the District Engineer announces a $22,000 contract win for Camp Rucker extension work supervised by the Corps of Engineers.
A sweeping Senate Judiciary Committee inquiry into government information handling targets the Office of War Information, with questions about dissemination, censorship power, and potential broader curtailment of objectionable material. Elmer Davis, OWI director, defended neutrality and denied foreign country influence. Chair Van Nuys said Davis will be recalled. broader review of federal news agencies planned.
The USO Travel Aid Office opens at 107 South Foster Street with Miss Patty Ree Buchanan as director. Hours are 9:30 to 1 on weekdays and 2 to 8 on Sundays. Services include information, travel help, housing, and individualized assistance for soldiers and families. Buchanan is from Louisville Kentucky and holds an AB from the University of Kentucky.
Merrick recalls praise from judges and co workers for his role as the first lawyer at Detroit Steel Products. He confirms a closed shop and union membership, noting initial resistance but eventual acceptance as work and solidarity improved.
Veteran Newt Brasher of Austin Texas recounts being wounded aboard the Vincennes as Japanese attack raged. He describes shelling, swimming to a raft, rescue, blood transfusions, and the plan to amputate his left leg while noting his forged false limb. The tale ends with a surreal detour mentioning Polish mine sites.
The Rex T E Harber pastor of the Cherry Street AMFE church announced the church is debt free and will celebrate by burning the mortgage at 11 am during the May 2 service. Contributions from white friends and church members helped raise a $1700 fund to retire the debt with additional aid from other churches and the U S Department of Education noted in the report.
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