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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1944
Page
3
General Norman T. Kirk reports fewer than three percent of wounded die in hospitals, far below Civil War rates. He credits rapid field surgery teams, orthopedic and brain surgery specialists, and the use of blood plasma and whole blood in treatment as troops move to front locations and hospitals.
Moscow based Lavestis claims by Dmitri Petrov that Pope Pius XIII is pro Fascist and cites Vatican policy as supporting Hitler. Petrov accuses Vatican officials of aiding fascist regimes and notes opposition grows in Italy while diplomats kept ties with Berlin.
Swedish dispatch from Stockholm reports Berlin endured massive Allied raids with fires visible citywide. Estimates cite thousands killed and many buried as Frankfurt and other targets suffer similar devastation. broadcasts note German offices moved to Breslau amid ongoing bombardment.
Patrolman Bottinell arrived on the scene as a truck from Farm ee Slyde Bellville ran dilutions. Chief McPhillips pursued a chicken toward the west while spectators joined the chase. Palmer Bellville’s chicks were recovered and returned to their sack.
The Midland City FFA and community members have placed a large order for several varieties of fruit trees and pecadreas to improve local orchards and farms. The project, an $8 initiative, is part of broader efforts by FFA and community people to enhance agricultural yields and landscapes.
The Dotoan Retail Merchants Association will meet tomorrow at two in the Commissioners' room at City Hall. Arthur Johnson, secretary of the Chamber of Commerce, said the meeting will be important and urged all retail merchants to be present.
The Infantile Paralysis Fund swelled by 17.25 as soldiers from Camp Ruckers with Di gedion and Napier Fiatd donated at a raffle at Temple Emanu-El Mrs. Joseph Krasefsky executive vice president says over 1908 soldiers attended the Brunch reception under the Jewish Welfare Board Committee. Prt Martin Rakitt served as master of ceremonies and talent included Prt Zalla Masick Cpl Jean Greenharg T-5 Marvin Bolt and Prt Santos Moz.
In a confrontation on military voting, Senate leaders push to end debate and force a test vote on the administration’s war ballot plan for armed services, while House members prepare to tackle a rival States Rights bill that would place voting under state control. Senator Lucas D. Tu and White push for quick action, with President Roosevelt backing the federal approach and denouncing the states rights alternative as a fraud.
The city rejected a new plan to catch stray dogs pending commission review. Williams proposed a per dog fee plus animal care costs with disposal of unclaimed dogs, while statutes require licensed veterinarians for such disposal after a time lapse. Commission president Rawlins McKinney told auditor Vaughn to negotiate further proposals as stray animal conditions worsen.
A two day meeting at Lee Headland Experimental Station gathers county farm and home supervisors from the district. L G Nichols of Houston County FSA presides with W R Milligan E W Moring and Miss Mary B Arant among attendees as they address daily farm problems faced by supervisors.
The Dotheo Breech laboratory resumes testing blood specimens for Houston, Dale, Henry and Geneva Counties. Mrs Annis Irwin Cooper, director, announced no extra personnel were added. Since October 18 1943 all specimens have gone to the State Laboratory in Montgomery.
The Navy described the Wake raid as the tenth war hit since 1941, with 14 to 30 seaplanes delivering heavy bombs. Carrier and land based planes pressed the Marshalls assault for a 25th day, while planners noted no decisive move by large fleets. Advanced South Pacific authorities warned Japan would fight to defend New Britain airpower before withdrawal of key assets.
The dispatches report continued activity around Latyle and Novosokalniki with no Moscow confirmation on Ukraine front shifts. Berlin claims wipeouts of Soviet infantry divisions and tank corps near Vinnitem during attempts to disrupt the Odeuna Warehw railway corridor and approaches to the Romanian frontier, including new river breaches in the Dnieper bend.
The United States published a record of Japanese treatment of prisoners and civilians, citing protests to Tokyo since 1942 and explaining aims of exposing atrocities. Tokyo denied Allied accusations while Japanese broadcasts claimed Allied cruelties. AP reports describe Japanese actions in New Georgia and a poster campaign based on eyewitness accounts from Munda via the Balroko river area.
Solomon Baxter, county superintendent of education, heads to Montgomery for a two day meeting of all county education superintendents called by Dr. E. B. Norton, state superintendent. Mr. Master will return to Dothan Thursday.
Funeral services for Fred Belisle were held at his sister Mrs M Hubbard’s home in Blisios after passing away at kin howe in Homestead Fis. Burial followed at New Pork cemetery with Fellows and Poesrester directing. Surviving are his wife Fred Belisle Jr of Nepist and four sisters and four brothers. Active pallbearers included family and friends.
During a Fifth Army Air Force strike on a Japanese center midway near Madang, two Lightning pilots Henry L Cacdon and Billy M Gresham observed a bomber plunge a 2,506 ton freighter after diverting enemy fire. The ship sank, aiding destruction of two other vessels in the bay.
The measure lists new excise increases on furs jewelry cosmetics toiletries luggage and entertainment. It raises night club admissions postage and telephone charges while repealing the earned income credit and changing the wartime tax structure. The changes would take effect after enactment and affect the 1943 tax year computations.
Tokyo reports claim 865 planes shot down in gashed battles though Allied losses rose. About 50 to 80 interceptors engaged in a futile strike to shield Rabaul as Allied bombers operate across the Southwest Pacific. Two 2 000-ton freighters destroyed near Madang with a smaller cargo ship aflame. Aerial support aids Australian and American troops as ground forces press toward Belas Point and Saidar.
Fragment mentions a person identified by number 16 who studied law at the University of Georgia and was admitted to the bar in 1893, then began practicing law in Savannah. The fragment provides minimal context and lacks full name.
The Houston County Farm Bureau will meet Thursday at seven thirty in the courthouse. Knowl, the president, will preside. Directors for Beat Three will be elected and a film Soldiers of the Sell will be shown.
Fire of undetermined origin caused about 300 damage to an apartment building on East Woodland Drive. Fire Chief J B Ziglar said the fire was confined to the ceiling and roof of the unit occupied by T D Sanford, starting near a chimney. Alarm sounded about 10 o'clock.
Funeral for Miles Julia B Dunaway eighty one who died at her home in Greenwood after weeks of illness was held at Greenwood Baptist Church with Rev Bill Oswald of Bascom officiating. She leaves a sister Lena Dunaway of Greenwood and several nieces and nephews. Ward Wilson Funeral Home had charge of arrangements.
Ai fifteen year old fugitive from the Florida Industrial Home for Boys at Marianna Fla was apprehended here today by City Detectives John Hilson and Taylor Hicka and released to the custody of Florida authorities Desk Officer Wddiea Kelley at police headquarters reported The youth identified by Bernard Williams refused to give officers his home address the officer said adding that Williams was nabbed at the bus terminal about 3 pm today Williams escaped from the Florida institution Sunday A description of the missing youth was furnished to Dothan police Kelley said M F Nowell Dies On Ashford Route
Thieves used a roof entry at the Jitmey Jungle store on South Foster Street to steal about 65 cartons of cigarettes. Special Investigator T T Knight reported no clues yet. Fingerprints were attempted but no leads found, and the burglary was discovered this morning after a ceiling hole was found.
Scout Cub Pack 22 is organized at Lafeyatta Street Matha dit Church with mothers and several members aiding. The group plans three dens led by Mrs. J. D. Sella and Mrs. W. B. Dukes, aiming to charter within two weeks as Pack 23 follows as the second cub pack this year.
Victory gardeners in Dothan and surrounding county areas are welcomed to see today an ample supply of fruit and vegetable seeds for 1344 gardens. The War Food Administration estimates civilians will use about 375 million pounds of seed, roughly 70 percent of national stock, with most of it for corn, beans, and peas and a smaller portion for lighter needs like lettuce and cabbage.
Private Frances Harr and Corporal Catherine McDade recruiters from the Montgomery office visit Dothan to interview young women interested in joining the WAC. They are stationed at the post office building each Tuesday and Wednesday.
Opponents of Franco argued he favors Germany and would pivot only if forced by a pro Allied coalition. U S and Britain press Spain as oil supplies tighten, with Franco facing a potential break with the Axis. German radio claims Allies threaten to cut supplies while Madrid considers its future alignments amid consular moves and high-level talks in Paris and London.
Fragmentary wartime note mentions Churchill and London with scattered names Georgy Kahertiz and detlined references to war principles. Vague discussion unclear about a date or duty while noting reaction and laughter amid the topic.
Fragmentary report says Allied bombers struck targets in Austria and Italy with heavy losses claimed on both sides. German air defenses and weather limited operations to a small number of sorties, while Allied and Axis forces faced ongoing opposition and equipment losses.
General Hines outlined bed capacity plans increasing to 1006 admin facility beds with potential to reach 300,000 capacity by 1949 due to hospitalization and war strain. He noted service connected disability counts and wartime hospitalizations from Pearl Harbor through 1943, referencing 1943 hospitalization figures and veterans’ rolls in relation to World War II service and pensions.
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