26 Jan 1943
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1943
Page
1
AP dispatch reports mounting urgency in the Roosevelt administration’s efforts amid a priorities clash over military and industrial needs. William Jeffers faces a probe into alleged interference as the Navy and war materials programs come under renewed scrutiny by the House committee in Baltimore.
The seventh annual Fat Stock Show was announced by Cos Chamber chairman Menacement. It will be held April 1 at the Ramsey stock barn on the North reel extension, starting at 9 am for judging. The cattle and other divisions run to noon with prizes and bonds. Grand Champion and winners in each division will be awarded.
Fragmented dispatch describes Marseille unrest, evacuation, and Vichy era artillery reports. British notes a house fight as General Giraud coordinates with U.S. forces in North Africa. Rommel’s bulk links with Axis forces while Allied and Soviet operations intensify on multiple fronts.
London report says General Charles de Gaulle and General Henri Honore Giraud reached an accord in North Africa after mediation by the United States and Britain. Allied military leaders were said to have aided talks aimed at unifying French factions to accelerate war efforts.
Washington AP reports the government plans about 100 million dollars in incentive payments to farmers for increased production of soybeans, peanuts, gram or ghams, flax, sweet potatoes and dried peas. Payments vary by crop and target acreages rise across soybeans, peanuts, flax, dried peas, grain sorghum and sweet potatoes.
A Royal Indian Navy patrol boat rammed and sank a Japanese troop ship on the Mayu river area in Burma after being rammed first. The British communique said Japanese casualties were at least 50 with two Indian officers wounded. RAF Hurricanes supported nearby fires destroying army trucks along the Taung Up Padaung road.
London AP reports a small scale British commando raid on the Norwegian coast last Saturday night successful but details withheld. Reuters cited a German news agency saying Narvik was struck with seven torpedo boats attacked and possibly two sunk.
Nine inmates escaped Draper State Prison in Alabama after scaling a 12 foot fence during a late night meal. Three wounded by guards gunfire, all non life threatening. At large hours later, with weather hampering bloodhound trails. list of other escapees and prior convicts identified from Montgomery and surrounding counties.
Washington AP reports a House Agriculture Committee informal session on a measure to set identical prices for eating peanuts and those used for oil. Chairman Fuller says no dissent and a hearing may be unnecessary. the bill is led by Rep. Lace with backing from peanut growing states and other Congressmen.
Washington lawmakers introduce a bill to extend the Lend Lease Act for another year as World War II intensifies. Chairman Bloom notes the act expires June 30 1943 unless renewed and emphasizes Congress foresight in 1941 to aid nations opposing aggression.
Washington reports American forces have consolidated positions at Kokumbona on Guadalcanal, claiming control of the village and beach. The Navy communique notes a Japanese bomber threat repelled by U.S. fighters, with several ships and equipment captured and enemy losses tallied.
Report from Tripoli describes crowds cheering as British troops and RAF units entered the city and accepted Mussolini's capitulation. Residents gather around arches and gates, presenting gifts and seeking photographs with American and Allied leaders, amid emotional scenes and gratitude.
Probate judge explains poll tax rules for 1642 born residents and those turning twenty one by Oct 1. The document outlines who must pay for 1942 and indicates a Dothan election event with limited details.
A Fort Bragg unit led by Captain Willan E Hornby landed in Washington seeking morale boosting events. The 604th Parachute Infantry borrowed $1900 from a bank, planned a celebratory fling with hostesses, parties, and visits to Congress and the White House, but altered plans to jump on the White House lawn.
Stalin urges greater effort to expel Nazis as Soviet forces advance on multiple fronts including the lower Don near Rostov. The premier lauds troops and workers after driving 245 miles in two months, routing 102 enemy divisions and capturing 200000 prisoners.
Reports from Vichy radio say Marseille is under a state of siege after Swiss dispatches described residents fortifying the old port district and clashes with German troops. German agencies and Madrid cables cite thousands arrested and authorities evacuating the area.
In Belfast a U S President delivers a forceful message at ceremonies honoring the anniversary of the American landing in Northern Ireland. He vows a relentless, determined attack and credits Allied forces for changing the war effort. Maj Gen Flaxsel P Hardy presided as acting European theater commander in place of Gen Dwight D. Eisenhower. The address stresses moving from defense to offense and calls for action by United States forces, British troops, and other allies.
Authorities in Linn County continue to gather evidence in the Berth 13 slaying involving Martha Virginia Bilin of Surfolk Virginia. The victim, daughter of a prominent family, was killed aboard a sleeper car on the ninth hour of travel, with items from passengers and crew recovered at the scene and shipments of witnesses returning to local authorities.
A Memphis report outlines a broad plan to expand cotton uses through a funded research program. National Cotton Council officials say weapons and processing advances drive market gains and domestic production faces new competition. The article notes proposed military and consumer applications and cites expert projections for textile innovations.
Briefs report rationing limits for canned vegetables to start soon. Senators discuss a 2 220 ton Navy strength target by December 1945. A Reuters item states 110 men and 80 women have been shot at Maruride amid a state of siege after French firing. An Army general notes a grand jury indicted Marine Maintenance Corp for over Filtering charges tied to ship repairs for North Africa and Korea.
London reports growing Allied pressure on Tunisian front as Rommel’s forces retire toward Tripoli and Leclerc’s French column reaches Tripoli after a long trek from Equatorial Africa. Allied air and ground actions persist from Tunisia to the Libyan border while multiple columns maneuver to encircle Axis positions near Mida and Zauie.
The report marks General Douglas MacArthur's 63rd birthday at Allied Headquarters in Australia. Text reflects wartime atmosphere with references to his leadership of defense efforts in the Philippines and activities around Corregidor.
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