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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1943
Page
4
A garbled page from The Dothan Eagle includes obituaries and failed misstatement corrections. It mentions Kelly Smith and others, with references to publication rights and local notices, though most names and details are unclear due to OCR errors.
A compact reflection on fear and faith, citing Mark 4 40 and Ovid. It blends biblical and classical inspiration to emphasize courage as a source of strength for the body and spirit. The piece urges steadfastness amid doubt.
A reader argues that Vice Admiral Horns overstated plans for a war into 1940 and criticizes outdated Navy officers. The piece cites Allied attrition against Tojo, shipyard growth, and air power as keys, noting Japan’s shipping losses and intensified construction. It urges modernization toward air power and faster decisive action rather than prolonged naval focus.
A family tale of competing birds as wood thrushes nest in a poplar by the front porch, sparking warnings of slighted mock ingbirds and daytime raid risks. The waiting game under incubation leaves humans dodging dive bombings and yard work neglected while ponderous to the next season.
Washington reports that Mrs Roosevelt and Harry Hopkins have clashed as Hopkins and his wife plan to leave the White House. Relations have strained over Hopkins's influence, seating rearrangements, and policy shifts, with Mrs Roosevelt blaming Hopkins and Churchill for the change.
Martin Dies attacks public figures, accusing John Bovington of communist leanings and prompting the OEW to seek his resignation. Crowley rejected the demand, while Dies continues to pressure college trained economists who also ballet dancers, arguing such ties threaten national unity.
In a critical column the author targets the International Ladies' Garment Workers' Union led by David Dubinsky. He accuses it of secrecy, improper use of member dues, and links to underground activities and political groups, questioning accountability and the value of union leadership in wartime funding and ethics.
A Saturday lineup lists Musical Clock at seven, News Summary, Frankie Carle, Lovee Clan, AP News, The American Way devotional, and out of town requests. Includes Kiddie Show, Lat Movietime, Farm Hour, Washington News, interludes, and music segments featuring The Songmakers and The Hillbilly Parade.
A chaotic pane of radio listings for a wartime era schedule. Items include The World War via Broadcast Rex Stout, The Johnson Family serials, Easy Aces, Olga Coetho songs, Daily News broadcasts, Corliss Archer drama, Parker Family Drama, All-Time Hit Parade, Sherlock Holmes, Adventures of the Thin Man, Five Minutes News, Abe Lyman Waltz Time, Friday Night's Playhouse, and various sports and variety segments with multiple performers and sponsors listed across scattered times and stations.
The piece analyzes Italy under Marshal Badoglio amid Allied pressure and potential surrender. It weighs the king Vittorio Emanuele III’s role, the monarchy’s future, and the rise of Crown Prince Umberto as a potential leader if the regime endures.
Civilians in the War Department rose from 130,000 in July 1939 to 1.3 million in 1943 as overall defense staffing swells. Navy Department figures climbed from 85,000 to 580,000, reflecting rapid manpower expansion for the war effort.
In Fort-de-France a cargo of gold valued around $324,000 is described as being prepared for sinking with ships to scuttle harbor approaches. The plan involved loading coins into boxes, sealing them, and using a rampart to guard the precious cargo as US officials and French authorities inspect the hoard amid ongoing war-time discussions.
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