11 Feb 1943
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1943
Page
1
Fragmented text records a late radio broadcast noting forces under Miles and Corps dueling near Bes Gar, with retreat by Marshal Ron Jn and mention of action around Tripoli Tonkin. British efforts to break Axis lines are described amid unclear details and incomplete attribution from sources.
The War Commission outlines a new week order aiming to ease wartime labor shortages and boost production. It notes some workers may face longer hours under wage and hour rules but promises limited extensions where necessary to support war effort. The plan includes investigations and a new bureau in Chicago to improve plant and office staffing.
Fragmentary report discusses Allied plans and moves in Europe with references to British, Chinese, and United Nations leaders. Mentions of Field Marshal and generals imply ongoing campaigns around Chungkking and surrounding actions, with focus on strategic tensions and wartime alliance dynamics.
Washington AP Major General Lewis B Hershey opposed a draft bill to exempt men with children until all single and childless married men are inducted He warned the next two to three months will chiefly produce inductees who have children He called the bill unwise and said it would complicate Selective Service administration Hershey testified before the House Military Committee urging changes may be possible but unlikely to pass
Allied troops in New Guinea advanced against the main Japanese force in the Wau Mubo area, driving them six miles toward Salamaua. About 125 Japanese were killed as bombardment by Allied artillery harassed the retreating units, with Allied estimates of 500 enemy losses in recent fighting. The action signals increased tempo and initiative by Allied forces near Wau, southwest of Salamaua.
Washington report on a closed conference where General Marshall urged boosting Army manpower while lawmakers fear war production could suffer. Senators Bankhead and Nye led objections over funding and expansion. The article notes a congressional split on enlarging the armed services.
Dothan city undertakes heating installation at the recreation center as five firms secure building contracts. Officials, including Commission President C. Bates, say opening depends on readiness and potential federal funding. local funds are planned if federal aid isn't timely. Architect Clyde Pearson of Montgomery notes no firm occupancy date yet, but occupancy is hoped within weeks.
Washington AP reports the War Manpower Commission designated 102 U.S. cities as areas of anticipated labor shortage. The move allows these areas to receive potential hour work week controls and job-switching powers, with McNutt stating broader employment curbs could begin quickly in these zones. Existing $2 critical shortages areas continue current measures while expansion relies on policy speed.
Police released details of a Bay Line crossing collision on Bast Main Street. An automobile struck a train injuring several occupants. three fled, five were detained for investigation. Two men suffered facial cuts, others minor bruises. Names of victims were recorded.
The navy said organized Japanese resistance ended on Guadalcanal with Major General Alexander Patch reporting complete U S gains. US planes then bombed Japanese targets across the South Pacific including Kiska, with heavy and medium bombers and escorts striking positions as patrols continued. A lone enemy floatplane attacked US carriers during the operation.
Prime Minister informs the House that the United Nations plans a strong strike against the Axis within nine months aiming to engage the enemy early and decisively. He notes North Africa unification under Eisenhower, with Alexander second in command, air and sea forces coordinated for a final push toward Europe. The British Eighth Army advances in Tunisia as Allied command reshapes for a broader campaign.
Washington reports from AP describe defense transportation chief Eastman approving plans for a street car attendance setup for the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Tauhavilte on May 1. A House vote urged ending Finland’s island colonial regime and allowing People to choose their government by popular vote after the war if feasible. The Senate unanimously approved a treaty ending extraterritorial rights of the United States in China.
In Finland's forthcoming election, voters face a choice on peace with Russia. Incumbent President Kyro Kyy seeks a full term after Tegonta Walia's death while former ministers and party leaders press for varied paths to conclude the war and stabilize relations with Russia. Polls Monday will reveal the public mood on shoring up peace and postwar policy directions.
Police and state agents arrested two liquor violators yesterday. Hannah Hand, 14 Ketan Alley, was caught selling whiskey to a Negro woman. Arto Parnell, white, was arrested on South Fowler Street for selling whiskey to a man in an establishment.
Memphis traders report a surge at the mule market as farmers seek stock for plowing. One major dealer moves about 20 mules weekly, with 44 percent more sales than 1942 in the same period. About 50 mules were sold to the Army, but most go to farmers for farm work amid supply difficulties.
The fragmentary OCR text shows mixed characters and incoherent phrases, lacking discernible persons, places, or events to identify a factual news item or to craft a proper headline and summary. No verifiable entities or actions are present to summarize reliably.
Soviet forces press the Rostov pocket as five towns fall in Donets and Kharkov sectors. Reports say Chuguyev and Volchansk were captured while Russian advances push toward Belgorod and Novocherkassk, with heavier fighting noted near Kharkov and Rostov.
Allied headquarters in North Africa reports American forces replacing exhausted French troops on the Tunisian front. French units withdrawn for equipment and training with American arms as U S troops advance in central and southern Tunisia and in the north near the Peloponnese front. The communique notes air and ground clashes with Axis units, with several vehicles destroyed and enemy losses acknowledged in a series of engagements around the Tunisian theater.
Washington AP reports Foemarnt tremevell nominated Lieutenant General Dwight D. Eisenhower for full General, aligning with Allied North Africa operations. Approval expected. he would be the fourth full General in American forces, after John J. Pershing, George C. Marshall, and Douglas MacArthur.
Washington editors from many daily papers gather for a war effort session to boost participation in production and propaganda. ASNE president Hey Steberts notes plans to press wartime information and meet with White House and military leaders amid a packed agenda including panels, discussions, and a dinner with war correspondents.
The weather bureau warned of a cold wave extending with frost into the northwestern Florida region. Farmers in the Carolinas Georgia Alabama Mississippi and Florida face increasing cold this afternoon and tonight. North and South Carolina are expected to see freezing temperatures with a hard freeze inland.
Washington AP reports President Roosevelt will speak tomorrow at 4 pm from the White House radio networks across the country. The Lincoln Day address will cover domestic issues, including the new hour work week order, and reflect on the recent Mansion Conference and changes since then.
Washington AP reports Arnold Thurma, assistant attorney general in charge of antitrust prosecutions, nominated by President Footnevelt to be associate justice of the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia. If confirmed by the Senate, he would fill the vacancy created by Wiley B. Rutledge, just approved for the Supreme Court.
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