21 Feb 1945
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1945
Page
1
H K Martin addressed the Kiwanis Club during a gathering noting anniversary observances. The program included remarks from club president Phil Malore and guest attendees such as Billy Mahss and Dr Aed J Wajebarton, with references to local community leaders and a propriety auction planned for the meeting.
Millions over 40 years found fast relief from itching and smarting with the soothing Peterson's Ointment. A user reports relief and better sleep, and the ad promises satisfaction or money back from druggists with a tube applicator.
War Department reports 2,112 soldiers wounded in action in the European theater. Among them are Private First Class John T Gamble, son of Mrs Annie L Gamble of 207 West Crawford Street, and Corporal Hillard C Cherry, son of Mrs Essie Cherry of Hartford.
Columbus Albert Underwood was killed in action in Belgium on November 18. His wife Mrs LaVerne Underwood of Alexander City, formerly of Dothan, has been notified after he was previously listed missing. He had served since May last year and was overseas about two months. his mother Mrs Etta Mason lives in Fayetteville, NC.
A vintage ad touts C-2223 as pain relief to ease mind and restore rest. It promises relief comparable to others and offers a first bottle price refund if unsatisfied, with a today’s offer for C-2243.
Allied units push across the Saar Moselle triangle driving toward Saarburg and reaching near Echtermach as Patton's forces press along the Moselle valley toward the Rhine. German defenses crumble in multiple sectors while American divisions report 1,200 prisoners captured and continued movement north and east toward key road centers and towns.
Reports indicate US Ninth Air Force attacked rail yards and locomotive shops at Nuernberg with two aerial strikes from British and French bases. The raids hit trains, depots, and near-By towns in a pattern tied to forces around Adolf Hitler’s retreat areas at Obersalzberg and Berchtesgaden.
The report traces Gaetan coordination with Koneys Fist Ukraine Army and Zhukovs First White Russian Army along the Oder river near Crossen and Fuerstenberg. Fighting persists for control of the west bank while Zhukov masss or pressures Berlin front. Goerlitz closeto Dresden and Breslau siege guns pound Silesia as German ultimatum looms.
Market notes show opening lower, with notations of erratic trading and price gaps. Early figures list highs around 2213 and lows near 2204, with volume indicators and brief price reactions across multiple contracts.
The dispatch details heavy fighting around Manila with Japanese resistance at Pasig maternity hospital and Fort William McKinley, including paratroopers near Fort William McKinley, a Filipino rider delivering a note then being forced on foot, and U S forces breaching the Genko line. It notes 1,227 pillboxes at Genko, the 4th and 9th Airborne divisions advancing south of Intramuros, and heavy bombing on Formosa and Bareno coasts.
Dunning seaman second class has spent five days with his parents Mr and Mrs W C Dunning of Dothan route five after completing boat training at Great Lakes He has returned to Great Lakes for his new assignment Furlough Private Harry K Wilkes visits his parents Mr and Mrs G J Wilkes 201 W Washington St Wilkes served with the Seventh Army in Italy and France was hospitalized overseas before return to the United States Soldier promoted Private Richard O McCarty wife at 70 Eufaula St Ozark promoted to private first class He is at Mechanic with the 34th Red Bull Division of the Fifth Army in Italy
An old ad promotes Burkley's Canaulol Mixture as a throat and bronchial remedy claiming instant relief from coughing and breathing difficulty. It urges 43 cents at Harrison and Lisenby or any drug store with a money back guarantee, while warning it is not a cure for chronic bronchitis or asthma and advises medical consultation.
County health officer said today that the health department inspected multiple pickup trucks at Camp Carrabelle Flo. The checks aimed to ensure suitability for use in the Houston County typhus control program. Dr WT Burkett county health officer provided details.
The article discusses British and Japanese roles in the war’s Asia theater, American leadership in Burma and New Guinea, and debates over French participation. It notes Roosevelt’s talks with De Gaulle, and a U S note seeking clarification of the Yalta declaration about France joining the Big Three in governing liberated Europe. It also asks what secret agreements existed and how information should be exchanged among the governments.
Funeral services for DG Carmichael eighty one who died yesterday after a short illness will be held at pm today at the residence with Rev A Debieden officiating Burial will follow in City cemetery Ward Wilpon in charge Surviving are a son David AL Carmichael Dowhan four grandchildren Mrs Clayton Hoss Baker Dothan Hubert Foy Carmichael and Michael Ste U S Novy California Earle S Carmichael and Mel Allen Stephenson both of Dothan and five great grandchildren Active pallbearers Sam Hall Fred Bexley Sergeant Fred Morgan Duke Armstrong EJ Strickland Wes Herring C E Gilbert and Cec Koowles
The article quotes Dr Dowling calling out Bodie and Montgomery counties for lacking recognition, urging revisions to empower boards. He suggested expanding changes to other counties, including authorizing traveling expenses for board members to inspect tax property.
Povate first class Wilvia A Reece, 23, son of Mrs. Bobby Lee McCrane of Black Bronte One, receives the Bronze Star for heroism on the Fifth Army front in Italy. A rifleran in Company G, 32nd Infantry Regiment, 91st Powder River Division, he entered the Army Oct 23, 1942.
The measure would deduct a business expense from taxes and withhold the equivalent of legal wages for war contracts. Proponents say the bill is broader than the House bill, covering all workers regardless of age or sex. It would apply to all civilian men between 18 and ev. n years.
The text describes a plan to expand private credit at reasonable rates, comparing it to successful Vloras loans and FHA programs. It claims a comprehensive investment program could spur up to 29 billion dollars of new private investment yearly, while lawmakers warn the proposal could be a step toward socialization of credit led by federal backing and bank loans.
United States leaders announce cancellation of seven meetings as part of a broader disruption. President Rochard Weth stated the decision today, highlighting alterations to international engagement plans and scheduling changes across multiple conferences.
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