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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1944
Page
8
Dorothy Dix laments mothers and mothers-in-law wielding power over families. She argues women tyrannize husbands and children, dictating careers spouses and even choices at the movies, creating dependent, controlled households.
A series of advice responses discuss powerful mothers who wield control, urging rebellion if needed, and advise a soldier to marry freely while warning about overbearing maternal influence. Dorothy Dix counsels on romance, adoption, and child care options, stressing practical steps and humane choices.
The 718th field artillery battalion mascot, Tillie the fox squirrel, known for quirky antics and beer tolerance, has gone missing then reappeared nearby. Arthur Woerner of Long Island City, NY, is cited with the mascot’s name and number amid the unit’s pride and concern.
New Orleans AP report notes staff at the Navy’s primary instructors school say they value trainees who have endured loud civilian noise. They argue prior exposure helps with hearing instructions amid cockpit and engine roars, improving ability to pick out commands.
NEA staff writer notes fashion shifts favoring back details. Dresses feature buttoned backs, bows, and rear view emphasis, with shirred drapes and peplums shaping silhouettes. Scarves and overhead draping add movement while coats and gowns highlight rear interest for balance and drama.
AP reports veteran heavyweight fighter Tom Sharkey, aged about 70, serving as a civilian guard for the Army in San Francisco. Once a top contender who challenged champions such as Corbett and Jeffries, Sharkey now patrols the beat with a badge and pistol, reflecting on his storied past while continuing government service.
In a hard fought battle Jeffries defends his heavyweight crown against Sharkey. The veteran shows resilience though both men suffer injury and fatigue as the bout tests endurance and skill. Jeffries speaks of pride in supporting working men and securing victory in the ring.
Army survey shows 86 percent plan to stay in the service or return to preinduction jobs as they adjust to war work. Twelve percent undecided while 30 million residents face cold winter and related conditions from Prince Ward Island to Massachusetts amid interior growth and low temperatures.
Henry Cornelius, a farmer, says he killed four pheasants with two shots while pheasants were flying in opposite directions in a field outside Canton. He notes this had happened before, with similar shots.
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