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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1943
Page
2
Five acre parcel linked to oil development in the East and Pacific region becomes a point of strategic interest. The text references domestic energy potential and a move to add to supply capacity amid competing interests and local stakes.
The document outlines ration program details including payments, seed and crop pricing, and instructions for completing the War Ration Book Two declaration. It explains Coffee and Canned Foods entries, family member listing, and inventory timing with filing guidance for February 21 1943.
Growers who did not market all of their 1942 peanut production may sell the remaining supply to other growers for planting in 1943. Sales priced at the oil price on sale date plus handling charges require a certificate from the purchaser confirming approval by the local AAA committee.
Washington AP reports Canadian National Railroad adds coffee shop cars to wartime traffic needs. Kitchens and pantries sit midcar with space for 20 diners at each end. Vegetables cook with steam from the locomotive to serve patrons faster than standard dining cars.
Desk Sergeant Walt Stewart notes a jail resident has spent about 11 years in custody. He has been arrested for drunkenness 111 times and served 2,220 days, totaling just over half of the 4,015 days used for the calculation.
Bill Yoakum of Blanchard Oklahoma secured the coop to keep his cat from sleeping with the chickens. Early morning found the cat again between two hens, undeterred by the improvised barrier.
A new Broadway bar abandons wild west decor for a modern motif with cow boy outfits for staff. Patrons joke about hitching posts while gas rationing keeps expectations in check as the place buzzes with novelty and risqué flair.
Office of Price Administration promotes ration form for Consumer Declaration for Processed Foods and Coffee in newspapers. Readers instructed to catalog canned items and counts, list household members, and apply for War Bond Book No. 2 during Feb. 22 27 registration week to speed distribution and limit errors.
Northwestern coach Dutch Lonburg attributes the rise of the one handed shot to tightened defense. The article notes this technique gaining traction in practice and early games, reflecting evolving shooting styles in the college game.
A fragmented report notes players adopting a B maneuver to gain speed and an emphasis on proper technique as a shot is handed. It mentions issues with obtaining new cars and scarce spare parts, with references to opponents and a Bendel line.
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