25 Feb 1943
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1943
Page
1
Reporters describe rising meat prices as a squeeze by packers and a black market undercutting OPA controls. Wooten cites decades of unlicensed activity at Faulkner Packing Co. slaughtering plant, with coolers full and no licenses for six years as prices were pushed up.
Sol- Co leader and longtime Moore Hardware executive in Bonifay and Marianna, Mr. Solomon died last night after an operation. He helped grow the firm into a major motor and farming interests figure, married to Maria Patterson, survived by his mother, with funeral set at Cherokee Avenue Church officiated by Dr. Norman and burial in Mariana. Ward-Wilson funeral home in charge.
Soviet troops push along the entire front despite intensified German counterattacks and harsh winter conditions in Ore and Kurak. Air activity rises after weather clears, with large-scale bombing and dogfights in the south. Berlin reports Russian planes downed and German losses. Kharkov area sees notable gains with two towns captured as Fed Army advances toward Dnieper valley gateways.
In Dothan officials report 7,000 plus people registered for War Ration Book Two with about 3,500 individuals not counted. They expect a last minute rush as schools close for a day to train volunteers and process remaining applicants. Registration continues at Young Junior High through tomorrow 6 PM. Neighbors register at Highlands Senior, South Alabama, and Alice Street schools. Rural county registrations expected within the period.
Washington AP reports Administrator Prentius M Brown says OPA will ease regulations for public benefit under rapidly changing circumstances. He cites two recent adoptions: gasoline rations for those unable to reach labs and removing tire recapping restrictions for passenger cars and light trucks. He warns against adding unnecessary burdens and instructs staff to adjust rules promptly as conditions allow.
Washington and Salt Lake City reports say the War Department postponed authorization for soldiers to harvest Arizona long staple cotton. Secretary Stimson cited investigations showing the emergency may not be sufficient. Conferences continue as the issue is settled soon.
Federal Judge C B Kennamer issued a permanent injunction restraining White Rock Packing Co of Dothan from delivering meat beyond the 1941 contribution limit and ordered non graded meat sales records. The ruling labels White Rock as a non quota firm authorized to deliver meat as contracted to UAL. A similar restraining order was issued yesterday for M V Brakes Packing Co of Andalusia.
Washington reports indicate Finland may seek peace terms with Russia as unofficial signals travel via Stockholm. Observers note Finland’s claimed withdrawal from German-led operations, asserting intact territory and a desire for guarantees before any peace settlement.
RAF bombers struck Wilhelmshaven and other western German targets last night, marking the sixteenth raid on Germany this month. The operation aimed to set a new monthly record for bomb tonnage, with Lorient’s submarine base earlier this month delivering over 1000 tons as part of ongoing Allied air offensives.
American air and ground operations penetrate Japanese lines in Burma near Assam fields. 10th Air Force shot down several Japanese planes with no losses to Americans, while Allied raiders hit a Japanese outpost south of Akyab, destroying defenses and a river steamer.
Article by William Frye discusses the persistence of wooden guns and feints used in wartime. It notes comments by Brigadier General Lewin about dummy soldiers and the perceived threat from phony artillery. The piece describes why fake weapons are kept for ruses and training and why real guns remain deployed.
Debowitt Mackenzie reports from studying the crisis notes and censorship as Britain faces a political clash in India. He warns the situation could erupt into revolution if quick settlement fails and Gandhi hints at civil war possibility.
Canadian forces pledge offensive action as new army appropriations proposed. Reports say Allied leaders expect Britain to apply more pressure in North Africa while cooperation with the United States and other Allies strengthens. A forecast of forthcoming sentiment hints at broader operations and strategic moves ahead.
The report cites varying averages of car load factors in Manila and Dothan, with 66 percent overall and higher shares in certain areas. It notes percentages for drivers with different passenger counts, including single, double, triple, and four passenger cases, and mentions names such as Aaron Seer in association with listed figures.
President Franklin D. Roosevelt was confined to his living quarters in the White House with a slight intestinal disturbance. He had a temperature below one degree and would rest quietly, cancelling all appointments, according to Presidential secretary Willem Hasnett.
Washington AP reports Secretary of War warned of a long hard fight as American forces press a counterattack against Rommel’s Afrika Korps in Tunisia. He praised air support and noted replacements for heavy losses, with ground forces gaining strength though progress remains slower than hoped.
L T Solomon a longtime Headland leader and business figure died at home after a long illness. He served as manager and trustee of multiple Headland firms, chaired the boards of a national bank and a local church, and led city organizations. Survived by his wife, several children, and other relatives. Funeral arrangements via Headland Mortuary will be announced.
Prime Minister Churchill, ill with pneumonia, remained in London hospital but showed general improvement after a restful night. An AP report stated his condition was stabilizing and progress continued today.
Allied forces led by General Alexander push across central Tunisia, driving toward Kasserine Pass and northeast targets. British Eighth Army and American air power strike behind Axis lines as Rommel retreats, with Italian troops and prisoners reported. Montgomery's Eighth Army noted in dispatches amid the broader North Africa campaign.
In a 77 to 2 decision the Senate approved legislation nullifying President Roosevelt’s mobilization order and the related deduction of government benefit payments. The move comes as parties react to the contested authority amid war conditions.
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