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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1944
Page
3
Travelers Aid and USO services aided about 150 people seeking rooms this week. Miss Putty Buchanan, director, said many were relatives of soldiers at Napier Field Cadets awaiting graduation on January 7. Residents with spare rooms on South Foster St were asked to contact the center to arrange offers for troops and families.
On the threshold of the new year, we pledge to continue cooperation forged in war. The aim is to win the final victory on the battlefield and establish an international organization of peace-loving nations to sustain peace and security for generations to come.
The report says Japan will push wartime production using pre-Pearl Harbor plants and conquests, while Germany’s economy suffers from front needs and bomb damage. It notes Germany is short on oil and rubber with critical shortages by 1944 and limited capacity to exploit European resources.
Number 22 continues from page one with books reported missing from the board and three mailed to the Dollen radio station to the "lost and found cofur an." Detective Wes Herring notes efforts to locate the other cooks have failed. State OPA action anticipated before Wilkerson comments.
The article assesses Admiral Halsey’s role in the South Pacific campaign. It notes operations in Bougainville and nearby islands, the push toward Rabaul and New Britain, and the looming task of neutralizing remaining Japanese forces. It discusses potential redeployments and possible higher commands for Halsey as US strategy tightens around Japan.
Firefighters were unable to locate a live blaze after a grass fire on West Main Street yesterday. Late Friday afternoon a fire at Mrs. H Blumberg’s home at 409 West Main Street caused slight damage after a cigarette allegedly ignited window curtains.
The narrative traces years of parish life from 1912 to 1942. Led by Rev W G Lowery, Rev Eileworth B Collier, and others, the church built a brick structure by 1927 and cleared its debt by last September. The consecration will occur with Rt Rev Carpenter at the door, followed by confirmations and a bishopric service. Holy Communion and an 8:00 am celebration will conclude the rites.
Fragmented text reports an American air campaign against Germany. It notes the number of bombers, tonnage dropped during December, and comparisons to overall annual tonnage. General statements claim the Eighth Air Force's sustained pace and losses, with references to Allied air power and Bomber Command figures.
Montgomery AP reports two bottles of wine including champagne are now available anytime from state liquor stores on a recoupon basis. The State Beverage Control Board announced the change, noting wine was previously available only with surrender of ration numbers for spirits. Board chairman Dr. B C Rey said no action or proposal to cut whisky rations was taken and declined further comment.
Spaatz met with Lt. Gen. Baker as United States Marauder bombers and RAF planes struck northern France and allied targets around Cognac, with heavy bomber raids on Paris area. Seaborne losses. 17 enemy aircraft downed by bombers, 11 by escorting fighters, 29 American bombers and 3 fighters missing. Meanwhile Gulfport Field appoints Capt James Mullen as assistant exec officer of the Technical Training Command for airframe mechanics.
Fifth Airforce and Liberator bombers strike Cape Gloucester and Arawe in New Britain as American forces widen beachheads. Japanese resistance at Tuvau is repulsed while Rabaul comes under heavy bombardment. In New Guinea, Ian forces push along the Huon peninsula toward Winschhafen as antiaircraft fire and air battles unfold.
A soldier claimed he became enraged when a Negro was identified, leading to a fight after he struck a bellhop. Police detained Washington, then released him to the sheriff due to the seriousness of charges. The soldier and his wife, from Camp Rucker, had come to Datten for New Year celebrations and reported Washington entering their room with a pass key three times to sell whiskey.
The Price Administration announced a new pork bonus stamp to cover purchases of five points worth of pork products for Sunday January 7 to Sunday January 14. The new stamp covers any pork sausage not canned or glass bottled, regardless of content. Stamp One, valid for 100 percent pork sausage, expires at 12:01 am Sunday.
Margaret Morgan of 303 East Washington street received her husband Le J. D. Moore first pilot on a Flying Fortress mail mittens sent December 1 and learned he was missing. Ten days later the mittens vanished after slipping from her pocket at a Dothen theater. She hopes the finder returns them.
Funeral services for Roger Lee Bell sixty one were held at Neal Funeral Home with Rev I W Chalker and Rev William Oswald officiating. Interment was Riverside Cemetery. Survivors include widow Eula Lorce Bell of Marianna two sons Harry and Raymond serving abroad Jack in the Navy at Pensacola Hugh in the Army two daughters Mrs Roy Smith of Atlanta and Mrs Foy Gilmore of Pensacola two sisters Mrs Alice Bell of Alford and Mrs Hugh Everett of Orlando. Bell a Lumpkin Georgia native came here twenty seven years ago and worked in the mercantile business. He died after a heart attack.
Funeral services for William Price fifty two who died at his Headland home will be held at 2 p m today at the Headland Baptist Church with Rev Roby J Lee officiating Price a World War veteran and Baptist Church member is survived by his wife Mrs Ella Price a sister Mrs Lille Mae Hicks Ellis route one a brother Marvin A Price Do than route five Interment will follow in the church cemetery with Headland Mortuary in charge.
The text reports a split among officials and lawmakers over labor unions and a pending anti strike measure. It notes criticism of the administration by Senator Johnson and others, calls for government use of labor to prevent work stoppages, and potential legislative steps after January 16.
Fragmented wartime diary entry describes a weekend with Mrs Lake at the Lakes, attending meals, movies, and social visits. The narrator recalls staying in a comfortable room, meeting Mrs Lake and Mr Lake, and visiting towns and churches. Mentions a British service officer, a Royal Academy figure, and Scottish soldiers with WLA girls, plus plans to spend Christmas with the Lakes.
Army dispatch reports a 4 daring raid as American and Canadian forces pressed toward Viticuso and Vasario, facing harsh weather and stubborn German resistance. Allied lines extend about two miles southwest of Viticuso and near seven miles from Rome, with San Forio’s fate unclear and Mt Damacro stronghold in doubt despite Italian radio claims.
Fragmentary text stresses capital for new industries to absorb unemployed workers as wartime spending ends. It argues for deficit financing as a practical step and asserts national finances are the country’s foundation for the future. The tone reflects a period speech urging economic transition and growth.
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