Mrs Mary Lewis Dies At Slocomb
Mrs Mary Lewis, longtime Slocomb resident, died recently. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 10 00 a m at the Slocomb Episcopal Church with Rev J B Murphy and Rev HM Givers officiating. Burial will follow in Pleasant Hill cemetery. Surviving are two sons WC Tee and 2 C Lewis, five daughters Mrs J G Hartford, Mrs W E Harris, Mrs 1 A Harty, No J Harsis, and Mrs W D Yeoman part of Sweorb, seven brothers R W Klowsy, Charles Galloway, Fistcher Gallowey, Bob Hartford, Mrs Andrew McNeil of Hartford, nineteen grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Active pallbearers listed.
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Mary Lund
Lewis
Neve
Ely-Ope
Eas
Siocomb
J. B Murphy
Ag Bcuriei
Pleasant Hi
Ware-Whren
WC. Tee
U S. Army
C Lewis
Slocumb
J. G. Hartford
Sweet Is Speaker At Rotary Meeting
Rotarian BF Sweet spoke at the weekly Rotary Cib meeting yesterday on the unpreparedness of the United States on December 7, 1941 and progress in wartime material production since. Beary Fite of the Montgomery Folary Club attended as a visitor.
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BF Sweet
Rotary Cib
United Staten
Beary Fite
Montgomery Folary Club
Air power balance in WWII invasion capacity discussed
A historical wartime analysis compares Allied air superiority to German forces. It cites RAF and US Army Air Forces numbers in the United Kingdom and Mediter ranean, estimates bomber and fighter totals, and notes Germany's dwindling surface fleet and submarine strength amid broader Allied superiority.
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Germasya
Sowa
ePprration
Russia
RAF
U S. Army Air Forces
George
C. Marshall
United Kingdom
Mediterranean
Hitler
Balkan and Turkish roles in war plans discussed
A Budapest radio says Bulgaria’s premier met Turkey’s minister after a Sofia cabinet session amid rumors of a Turkish Anglo-Saxon Soviet conference. Roosevelt’s whereabouts after Teheran remain undisclosed as Allied forces push from Italy toward Germany, with Turkish entry seen as expanding a multi-front offensive.
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Turkey
Budapest
U. S
Dobri Bojitov
Sofin
Sofia
Cairo
Yes'erdays
Roosevelt
Iran
Caurehill
Teheran
Turney Samid
Alfiex
Stalin
Churchill
Germany
Itoly
Saa
Balkans
Unified talks ease tensions between departments
A conference was held several days ago with Buntin Coe and Police Chief J E Craughon to discuss charges and coordinate activities. Buntin declined to comment at the time.
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Buntin
Coe
J. E. Craughon
Last Rites Held For Mrs Jessie Judah at Hartford
Mrs Jessie Judah rites conducted at Hartford Holiness Church with Rev Ot Hompem officiating. Burial followed at Hartford cemetery with floralholders and attending relatives from Hartford and surrounding areas. Survived by husband J B Judah of Hartford, sisters Mra Joh Mae Rosas and Mie Yous Joes Citas, and brother Calvin C Judah, among others.
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Mredisse
Cotyaogel
Hartford Holi
Churey
Ot Hompem
Hertford
Holian
Hanford Directa
J.B. Judah
Het
Ord Rodte
Wiz Cnugrtera
Joh Mae Rosas
Mie Yous Joes Citas
Muzie Martin
Hartford
Jilma Galloway
Tonab
Wis
Hilda Hoy
Mradeville
Annie MecC_ure
Oliaa Judsh
Calvin C Judah
Butt
Des Everett
Slowes
Farmers Attend Tractor School in Wiregrass
Farmers from nearly every Wiregrass section attended a tractor schooling day. Morning sessions covered tractor lubrication taught by a representative of a large company, followed by an afternoon on tractor care led by a representative of a large farm. Army field kitchen provided a free lunch at noon.
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Sesson
Army
City dog drives face renewed drive plan after resignations
About 775 dogs were impounded with roughly 85 reclaimed by owners. Since the dog catcher quit after three weeks, a rise in dumped animals was noted. Commissioners suggested restarting the campaign under a new setup if a reliable catcher can be kept, and considered fee changes or alternative plans if the drives reopen.
City council tightens clock on magic machines rules
Number 22 continues from page one with Hicks saying the Recreation Center could not locate the juke organ. A case may be brought against the operator if the machine was played when not shown. Recorder Vaughn opposed fining one person for multiple exceptions. An ordinance passed in November limits magic machine play to 7 am to midnight. Fines range from $3 to $100 for violations.
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Hicks
Hong
Vaughn
Unil
Aftermath of Pearl Harbor Strengthening Navy Evidences
The article notes growing U S Navy strength evidenced by repair and construction facilities, workshops, and barracks on Oahu. Havoc from earlier attacks is contrasted with a brighter picture as the United States goes on the offensive. General Richardson warns of another possible sneak attack. Admiral Nimitz and General Richardson attend a Catholic memorial with other officers.
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Hickam Field
John Rogers Airport
Oahu Island
United States
Robert C. Richardson
Army
Hawaisn
Nindiz
Maua
Richardson
Admal Nimits
Richardeo
County Court Roundup Under Judge Saxon
Poymer cases wrapped up yesterday while many matters carried forward for response. Rita Mee Beschem pleaded guilty to a JBC rule violation and paid a 50 dollar fine. C B Riley found guilty of assault and battery and fined 50 dollars. appeal noted. Sam Riley charge of assault resulted not guilty. Roy Mason acquitted of malicious property injury.
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Saxon
Poymer
Aenaioe
Rita Mee Beschem
JBC
C. BR Riley
Sam Riley
Roy Mason
Building Permits Issued In November
Wire Chief J. Rigisr reports 13 building permits issued in November vs 11 in October, totaling 1 415 for new work and 1 475 for repairs. Repairs included five permits for 1 475 while October had six for 880.
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J. & Rigisr
Pistol Packer Pleads Police Permission
Monroe Page known as Pistol Packer faced charges for carrying a concealed pistol. A written statement from Police Chief J E Croughon said he authorized Page to carry the pistol as a special police officer to work among Negroes. Sheriff B G Farmer noted an initial privilege granted upon taking office was later revoked for unsatisfactory performance.
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Monroe Page
J. E Croughon
Page
Shariffa
Draughon
B. G. Farmer
Pete
Truck Tire Shortage Worsening Warns Official
A. D. Wilkerson chair of the War Price and Rationing Board warns truckers to conserve tires as shortages deepen. He cites lack of synthetic rubber production and dwindling crude rubber stockpiles, noting synthetic tires fail at speeds over 35 mph and pose safety risks. He urges reliance on crude rubber tires for heavy trucks and cautions against durable long high speed use.
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A. D. Wilkerson
War Price and Rationing Board
Wilkerson
Mr. Wilkerson
Judge Considers Juvenile Charges in McSwain Case
Judge Saxon Poyner in juvenile court today considered whether Johnnia McSwain a Dothan Negro charged with first degree burglary can be reformed. The hearing focused on character witnesses and welfare history as County Attorney Lester Farmer presented evidence. McSwain allegedly broke into a residence on Mast Adams Street and assaulted a woman while she slept. case transferred to juvenile court after mother claimed he was underage.
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Saxon P. Poyner
Johnnia McSwain
Dothan
Racorda
Lester Farmer
Axl
Juvenila
Cl. Salting
MccSwain
Poyner Pata
McSwain
Mast Adams Street
Juvenile Court
D. C. Halatead
Cemetery Working Planned at Rocky Branch Church
A cemetery working will be held July 16 at Rocky Branch Church on Thursday, Sept. It was announced today.
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New York
New Orleans
Cincago
Tory
Rocky Branch
Number 13- centioned from page one
Fragmentary OCR fragment mentions care in many parts of the country and tradework bearing fruit in averting major epidemics thus far. It notes woe experiences in inflings twenty-fivi.
Last Lecture in Rotary Series Tonight by George A Malcolm
The Rotary Club concludes its Tow lectures series with George A Malcolm, retired Puerto Rico general, delivering the final address. The event aims to attract Dothan residents and Recreation Center patrons, highlighting Malcolm’s thirty hours of Philippine government service and his standing as a Pacific affairs expert.
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Tre Dothas Rotary Club
Golders
George A Malcolm
Aler-Sy Geeeril
Puerto Rico
Ure Crab
Coliebore
Tte
Una
Dothan
Filey
Malcolm Haz
BR Authority of Pacific Affairs
John J. Danzey Funeral Tomorrow
Funeral services for John J. Danzey eighty three of 047 Charles Ave. who died at his granddaughter’s home will be at Ward-Wileen Chapel tomorrow at four o clock with Rev. Sam C. Reaves officiating. Burial will follow in City cemetery. A Baptist, he lived in Dothan thirty five years. Survived by two daughters Mamie Taylor of Columbus Ga and Martha Johns of Abbaville and several grandchildren.
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John J. Demasy
Charches Ave
Bart Harris
Ward - Wileen Chapel
Sam C. Reaves
Hife
USO Traveler's Aid Aids 2000 in November
USO Traveler's Aid reports 2000 individuals assisted in November, led by housing needs for Army families with children. 17 transients aided financially, personal services totaling 300. Staff logged 362 hours, volunteers 70 hours at transit hubs and intake desks as holiday demand rises.
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USO
Mim Patty Buchanan
Miss Buchanan
Zereto‘ore
Mies Buchanan
USO Traveler's
Greyhound
Mizz Puchanay
Andalusia Scout Council Plans Tuesday Meeting
Andalusia Masonic Temple hosts South east Alabama Boy Scout Council executives Tuesday at 7 30 p m with 27 board members informed by mail. Officers for 1944 to be elected. Beouters round table set for Monday at 7 p m in Dothan.
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Southeast Alabama Boy Scout Council
Masonic Temple
Andalusia
Tex” Hanner
Banner
Dothan
Cemetery Working at Mt Enon Church Near Dotaan
A cemetery working will be held at Mt Enon Church nine miles southeast of Dotaan on Thursday. Everyone is invited to bring soup and attend, according to a Se BS notice.
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Mt. Enon Church
Dotaan
World War II Pacific War Update From Early 1944 Reports
The narrative details Allied and Japanese actions across New Guinea and surrounding areas. It notes raids, naval bombardments, land-based artillery strikes at Cape Griscatier, and coastwise burning of vessels. Australian forces, with American support, push along the Finschhafen coast while American patrols probe Solomons.
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Marabalis
Arwy
Liternion
MatArthurs
Cape Griscatier
Mhipa
Rabaul
Springbeard
New Guinea
Australiang Dushing
Finschhafel
Peribete
Bow
Bainville
Repeneer
William F. Halesy
Italy Front Battles Rage as Allied Forces Advance
Rome reports heavy fighting as Cassino defenses crumble under Allied pressure. U S troops seize Point west of Mignano and a position near Fillgnapo, taking prisoners. British and American units push along Mont Magriore ridges while the Eighth Army crosses the Moro river near San Leonardo. Severe rains hinder supply and progress. both sides struggle to move Pippiten wm across the front.
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Parsons
Rome
Cassino
U. S
Mignano
Gerignang River
Fillgnapo
Mont Magriore
Eighth Army
Moro
Italy
San Leonardo
San Vito
Adriatic
Moro River
Orsogna
Nouth
Casoll
Nation Arming for War and Allied Support Across Oceans
The text chronicles U S mobilization after Pearl Harbor, detailing industrial output that armed American forces and supplied Allied nations. It notes Wake Island, Manila, Bataan, Corregidor, Doolittle's raid, Midway, Guadalcanal, and Allied advances in the South Pacific under Halsey, MacArthur, and Nimitz, while also describing Germany’s push toward victory and Allied responses across the Atlantic led by Rommel’s Africa campaign and supplies to Britain.
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Pearl Harbor
Toa
Manes
Wake Island
Manila
Bataan
Corregidor
James E. Doolittle
Tokyo
South Pacific
Aleutians
Midway
Metines
Guadalcanal
Tulagi
Solomon Tolands
Alles
Halsey
MacArthur
New Guinea
Nimitz
Gibert Islands
Mountbatten
India
Africa
the &Th
German Offense Stalls in Africa as Allies Turn Tide
The narrative covers key World War II turning points from El Alamein in October to Allied landings in French North Africa and Soviet offensives around Velagrad. It notes Germany on the defensive, Italy exiting the war, and Allied and Soviet forces tightening control as air power and ground campaigns intensify.
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Eh Alamos
Garmens
Germass
Alexander
Montgomery
EF Alamein
Rosamel
Tenlede
French North Africa
Red Army
Tule
Balagrad
Ilham
Italy
Bern
Dothan Chamber Ballots Return Slowly For Directors
Ballots for seven new directors of the Dothan Chamber of Commerce move slowly with only about 102 of 240 ballots returned. Ballots must be in by December 10 and counting is set for December 11. Fourteen local businessmen appear on the ballot for two year terms. winners will be announced later in December.
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Chamber of Commerce
Arthur Johnson
Serly
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Mary Lewis
Slocomb
Sweet
Rotary Meeting
Yen Ree
van Heflin
Marsha Hunt Lee Bowman
Dothan Milling Company
Jessie Judah
Pistol Packer
Rotary
John J. Danzey
Council
Mins Rebeccas Boorer
Mise Patty Buchanan
Mijas Boccer
State Department of Public Warfare
N. St. Andrews St
Leap Baiten
U. & Army
Fua Ova
Z. C. Lewis
Visor
Milas Gey Poarma
Fra Sapg
Morria M. Borland
Issegy
J. L. Harris Roofing Company
Dothan Savings & Loan Ct
Eee Oeneane Han
Southside
Appletren
Frians Coy L. Bremen
Jatk Elgg A
Hudson’s
Hudson
Bib Ak Co
W. Tro
Wnidl & Phl
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