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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1945
Page
2
The piece notes increased journalist deaths among armed forces correspondents, with examples from Leyte, Europe, and the Pacific. It praises their bravery and sacrifice in reporting from dangerous fronts to inform American readers.
A sobering reflection on war correspondents who die in action and the perilous, on site work that brings home frontline realities. The piece lists 26 fallen reporters from diverse theaters including Yugoslavia Cairo Iran Australia Sevastopol New Guinea and Italy and notes ongoing dangers as Germany plans to continue fighting. It also questions optimistic forecasts amid an FBI case of two German saboteurs landing in Maine with a large cash fund aboard a U boat and argues against premature conclusions about the war's end.
The piece rails against armchair critics who demand someone to blame for military setbacks. It argues blame gourmands arise in peacetime or war, urges respect for all who fight, and rejects distant critics who claim experts or leaders failed. It asserts every soldier is a hero and mocks the urge to send critics to the front.
The article argues that early setbacks in North Africa stemmed from inexperienced field officers and a 48 year age cap imposed by General McNair. It cites the 106th Division collapse, replacement of senior leaders, and lessons from Kasernine and Lazerne showing need for seasoned commanders. It notes McNair reversed limits after Allied pressure and highlights broader impacts on the U.S. Army’s front lines.
Washington notes the 73rd Congress inherits a clear directive to align with an international body for postwar peace, marking a shift from isolationism. Roosevelt's re election and Republican gains reflect broad support for foreign cooperation and a bipartisan push toward global governance.
AP News compiles a Thursday radio lineup featuring Wayne King and his Orchestra, Frank Sinatra, Dinah Shore, Sammy Jaye, Abbott and Costello, Rudy Vallee, and Gordon targets across AM bands. Programs include Brastard and Gravy, Lamp of Friendship, The Frank Morgan Show, and major network variety orchestras with news, drama, and audience participation segments.
Some turtle species bury eggs in warm sand then retreat and rake the surface, creating false signs to mislead egg hunting predators. The tactic relies on conspicuous scratching near nests to confuse would be raiders while eggs incubate.
The article cites General Yamashita as a dangerous foe with plans to contest Mindoro and Luzon as MacArthur presses toward a final Philippine battle. Mindoro air bases shorten flight to Manila, aiding bombers and threatening Japanese defenses. Admiral Nimitz warns rough fighting ahead as China coast landings stay on Allied agenda.
Headquarters Panama Canal Zone hosts a significant project shaping Latin American military development. Latin American officers and enlisted personnel from Guatemala to Chile and Brazil have completed intensive courses, largely taught in jungle and field environments rather than classrooms, with a focus on tactics under near battle conditions.
Fragmented report describes a chemical insect repellent for armed forces and notes a London dispatch on military training sharing between allies. It mentions Albert Le manager Petit Nicols and a broad claim about training faculties and a “Military sity” without clear specifics.
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