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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1945
Page
2
The readable fragments mention a Dothan Eagle publication, subscription rates, and unclear references to names and dates. The text appears as garbled OCR with missing words, making precise details impossible to extract beyond the publication context.
A compact reflective note quotes a biblical verse from Jeremiah 5 6 and warns against commencing actions one may later regret attributed to Syrus with archaic phrasing about forsaking and repenting.
The piece argues that since Allied leaders declared unconditional surrender, opposition over peace terms has faded. It asserts Hitler firmly controls German policy, allowing no credible antiwar movement, and calls for crushing Germany to ensure lasting peace, even if it prolongs the war briefly. The author concludes that turning back is impossible.
Presidents missed chance to push a National Service Act, leaving the nation amid military shortages and labor policy muddle. A year-old poll shows Americans want wartime stability and a reliable car engine, with four wheels for peace.
The piece argues for total mobilization of manpower through a National Service Act. It decries delays by Congress and argues Roosevelt should press for enactment to harness all civilian resources, warnings of equipment shortages and leadership complacency, and the need for decisive action to win the war. It also weighs citizen rights versus wartime needs and urges strong presidential leadership.
Montana congressman Mansfield delivered a detailed briefing to President Roosevelt on Chinese theater morale and allied coordination in Burma. He praised Chiang Kai-Shek, Chennault, and Feating, noted the teamwork of American, British, and Chinese forces, and reported on conscription reforms and the Burma Road revival efforts.
Washington coverage analyzes CIO power within the Democratic Party after the 1945 election. It notes Roosevelt’s stance against CIO push for manpower controls and postwar planning, while outlining CIO opposition to State Department picks and its PAC growth. The piece weighs political alignments, possible postwar roles, and party strategies to curb or leverage CIO influence.
A dense, fragmentary radio schedule lists numerous shows across Friday and Saturday blocks with AP News segments, music and variety programs, plays, and hostings. Several named programs include Stage Orchestra, Dance Varieties, The Paul Lavalle Concert, Duffy's Tavern, Abbott Lyman, and The Great Novels, with references to networks, announcers, and times.
War column notes Churchill and Staun reach a Balkans pact to avoid entanglement, Roosevelt kept informed, while Stalin and Courvids push for a multi front victory strategy. German retreats widen, Allied offensives press on as Rundstedt’s counterdrive disrupts Rhine plan. Eisenhower hints at a major push, western fronts test German lines and keep the big squeeze on. Berlin signals general withdrawals amid heavy Allied pressure.
Johnny Revolta shoots six under par to lead a crowded Tucson open field at El Rio Country Club. Denny Shute, Sam Snead, Claude Harmon, Chick Rutan, and Gene Kunnes post 67s as 40 pros and many amateurs tee off with a 72-hole event likely requiring 67 stroke rounds.
In Chicago IAP action the junior quintet from the navy academy of the peivg edioal texgue posted a 105 to 54 victory over Chicago Letin, Bel Ure. The game featured a strong team effort and sharp scoring from several players.
New Orleans officials announced government approval for overseas distribution of 100 films of the Alzbarny-Dabe Bowl football game. Publicity Chairman F. Day of the New Orleans Midway Sports Association said $20,000 was raised through contributions to support the project.
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