17 Feb 1943
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1943
Page
1
A fragmentary report notes the Navy highlights a new aircraft initiative and fleet actions. It mentions 1035 horsepower engines, the Artemis II directive, and the war department's role, with emphasis on land based operations and modern fighter capabilities.
Allied forces in North Africa report Rommel's veteran tanks driving toward Feriana and Abeidla after pushing American lines back 18 miles. German 21st and 10th armored divisions use Mark VI tanks amid fierce fighting, while Montgomery's Eighth Army presses in the Mareth Line area.
AP dispatch reports Mississippi authorities intensify a hunt for three of seven remaining convicts who escaped Parchman Prison Farm last Saturday. Acting Gov Dennis Murphree orders a State Guard detachment to assist police in north Mississippi as the trio reportedly stayed with Fnith Alexander on a remote road near Clarksdale while kidnapping a woman and releasing her unharmed after her car ran dry on gas.
Mrs M J Hanahan longtime Dothan resident died at her home 715 West Main Street after long illness. She was seventy, born in Charleston S C, married in 1898, moved to Dothan from Birmingham, Episcopal Church of the Nativity member. Surviving: husband three sons M L Hanahan Jr LaBruce Hanahan Ingraham Hanahan all of Dothan a sister Mrs Katie Courtenay Dothan and all grandchildren, Bruce Dan Jean In Jr and Marton Henshaw of Dothan. Funeral today at 10 a m at residence, Rev G Ralph Madison officiating with Fellows and Forrester in charge. Burial Charleston. Pallbearers Whit Harris Dan Joerkins Lawrence Oskley Betts Slingluff Al Flowers Henry Flowers Jr Arthur Morris Van Ritch. Honorary: Dr E F Moody Dr D C Haisten Dr V J Thacker J K Bryson Myer Blumberg Henry Flowers Dr John Flowers Sr J H Adams J A McDaniels A K X Merrill Kens Forrester T Wyatt Barris J B Hackney Dr T R Repton D Lawis Wallace em Blomberg Georgs Press Thornton J G Owens Rawlins McKinney.
CHICAGO AP A Wilson packing executive urged civilians to boycott illegally slaughtered and illegally priced meats. He warned the growing black market threatens supplies for the armed forces and the public and called on consumers, wholesalers, and retailers to cut the practice. Washington officials may enforce strict price and supply rules to seal off the illegal trade.
Washington AP report notes a proposed government plan to require live animal purchases and dealer registration for all meat sellers to deter smuggling and aid small packers. House Small Business Committee weighs feasibility as Wilbur La Roe supports the idea amid industry strains from price controls. A Senate panel hears that an OPA milk price freeze could trigger milk rationing, per Charles Holman of the Milk Producers Federation.
In Chicago the wage negotiations between raulrosdp and MosCe mem bers of five operating brother hoods collapsed. The National Mediation Board was jointly invoked. A Reuters dispatch from Chesking reports Japanese troops landing in Mwengchow near the south China coast. Mohan K. Gasdhi shows more signs of weak rag today.
Allied air forces conducted a new night assault on Lorient and additional operations over the Shortland Islands area. RAF bombers suffered light losses while targeting submarine bases off Lorient and St Nazaire. American Liberator and Flying Fortress crews bombed St Nazaire as part of the effort to curb the submarine threat, with German air actions over South Wales causing casualties and damage.
In the Solomon Islands area, U S Navy communique reports two raids on Japanese positions during February 6th evening. American planes attacked Shortland Islands targets with some success and one aircraft failed to return.
The piece compares Wiregrass farmers to war fronts in Africa and the Pacific, stressing a looming food crisis and the need to plant large areas with limited help and equipment. It praises farmer endurance and patriotism, predicting a successful harvest and urging confidence in overcoming shortages. The EKagie's 143 Farm Edition is dedicated to this effort.
APD analyst Alvin Josefon says in 1943 coverage that Germany cannot win the war this year. He predicts Germans will withdraw to strengthen positions as Soviet advances pressure Europe. He doubts the Allies cannot accept surrender of Italy Norway or perhaps Turkey.
Allied troops advance against Japanese forces near Salamaua in New Guinea, driving back defenders and pushing toward key objectives. Reports cite coordinated blows by Australian and American units, with emphasis on tempo and river crossings as rain complicates operations.
A grand larceny case went to the jury after prosecutors presented evidence in a Cleveland courtroom. The defendant, Jones, faced multiple counts including theft and weapons charges. A jury will decide on the charges as the trial proceeds, with the defense arguing insufficient proof on key elements.
Washington dispatch describes Russian and Allied lines pushing forward on the Donets front as German forces retreat. A U S tax plan potential pay as you go changes looms with lawmakers debating proposed measures and possible tax abatements to aid taxpayers.
A wartime report describes a Soviet push toward Kharkov and Kherson region advances as German troops retreat to prepared lines. It notes heavy fighting, dispatches from London, and a red army counteroffensive driving toward the Dnieper basin with multiple towns and lines of defense reported to have fallen or been abandoned. The account emphasizes expectations of further ground gains and coordinated assaults against German positions near the Sea of Azov and along eastern fronts.
President Franklin D. Roosevelt urges Congress to enact a super wartime tax on high incomes. He proposes steep top rates, extending to all income sources, with rates around 80 percent for top brackets and refunds tied to wartime needs. He argues taxes must be immediate to support the war effort and criticizes existing rates as inadequate.
The cold spell across the United States results in 36 deaths as residents struggle with inadequate heat. Authorities urge conservation while utility officials warn of limited fuel supplies and potential outages. The report notes heating challenges in major urban areas and calls for rationing and prompt public action.
Federal investigators report a Coffee County Black man, Walter faranam Sy4ra of bow Blim, ledge in a bond hearing in Houston County jail. Agents say a Gibbs unit detained him and other suspects for alleged steroid or tax related offenses. The case involves Jim White and Juha Cin well and unnamed co defendants.
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