27 Jan 1943
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1943
Page
1
Incomplete dispatch describes forces clashing in a Pacific theater area. Names like Rey Gainer and Robert Eichel appear in the fragmentary text as part of a report on military actions and a claimed victory by allied forces.
Fragmentary OCR text describes revoking motor vehicle privileges and penalties for speeding. Mentions the War Price and Raw Beard era terms, a chairman, and enforcement actions. Many garbled phrases and names are unreadable.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a conference matter about invasion and operations. It notes a total figure of 10,690,000 and mentions gal leMist new par, with unclear references to se ats and rind. The readable items include numbers and partial terms but lack coherent names or events.
London AP reports a Soviet bulletin claims 17,000 German troops remain trapped near Stalingrad in two pockets. Russians describe an unprecedented encirclement and annihilation of large, modern-equipped forces. The communique cites 40,000 killed since the siege began and signals an impending German defeat. In Casablanca, a 1943 Allied plan to force unconditional surrender of Germany and Japan is outlined at a conference chaired by Roosevelt and Churchill.
An Agriculture Department report shows Northern and Western corn and wheat farmers getting the largest shares of 505 million dollars in parity and other benefit payments for the 1941 crop year. Wheat 133 million, corn 148 million, cotton about 79 million. cotton's drop reflects improved prices.
War Department lists 456 American soldiers and three Army nurses held by Japanese in the Philippines. Names span officers and enlisted personnel with next of kin notified. Readable entries include Givens Bernard W, Hudson Aubrie O, Kenney Clinton O, Golden Leo B Jr, Harrelson Abe, Handry Pierremce M, Orr Ralph, and others with home towns and relatives.
Washington officials and Arab officials hope for decisive outcomes from the Casablanca conference between President Roosevelt and Prime Minister Churchill. Reactions range from cautious optimism to expectations of the Allies' unconditional surrender stance as the war moves into a new phase.
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee backed Edward J. Flynn for Minister to Australia and President's southwest Pacific envoy. The 13 to 10 vote split along party lines with three Democrats in opposition. Committee endorsement sends the nomination to the full Senate for next week consideration.
Brig. Gen. Cetlyle H Wash a 53 year career officer and commanding general of the Second Air Support Command with offices at Colorado Springs was killed along with nine staff officers when their twin motor Army plane crashed near Mobile Alabama during a heavy storm. The wreckage scattered over a wide area and a wing was found several hundred yards from the fuselage. The dead include Lieut Col J H Cunningham Lieut Col J A Calin Maj J R Lee Lieut J A Bimon Maj 8 S B Gimble Jr pilot Lieut Edward A Durick flight officer Glenn A Johnson co pilot Master Sgt Pius Witheraw and Staff Sgt J C Melcher. Wash a West Point graduate born October 15 1889 in Minneapolis had served in many posts of high command including commanding general of the Second Air Support Command with headquarters at Colorado Springs. He was en route from Drew Field to Oklahoma City via Mobile.
The Eagle reports widespread display of Stars Of Honor as a nationwide tribute to loved ones in the armed forces. A sterling silver Star of Honor can be ordered for 30 cents plus postage and handling, with mail order available for collectors and supporters.
Map shows Nazi retreat pursued by the British Eighth Army and French forces from Libya. Allied bombers hit Bizerte, Gabes, and Axis evacuees at Zuarars. A separate map outlines a Russian drive toward Kropotkin Tikhorstsk Varoshilovgrad and Kharkov along the Caucasus line.
Allied forces in North Africa crack German defenses in the Ousseliia valley near Tunfain, capturing key positions along the mountain pass from Dunwells to Kairouan. Despite intermittent resistance, American units reclaimed large stretches of the area as French forces had moved forward a week earlier.
German radio mocked the Roosevelt Churchill conference calling it ingrained in Hollywood pretensions and Africa romance. It accused Roosevelt of provoking European bloodletting to defend against Bolshevist hordes and derided the North Africa journey as imperialist symbolism.
The armed forces are projected to total 10 420 000 by year end, boosting expectations that drafting of men with children will begin next winter. Officials note childless married men are being exhausted as the pool shortens, with deferments shifting toward occupations and war industry. Senator Chandler announced the 1,420,000 figure including officers after testimony from Army and Navy chiefs.
Lakeport sheriff reports sighting what may be a body and airplane wreckage about ten miles north of San Francisco near Clear Lake. Navy plane with 18 on board believed seen six days earlier in the area.
Washington dispatch reports a top Allied plan prioritizing the defeat of Germany and Italy as the initial goal, with Japan as second, and a broad European offensive to follow the Africa campaign. Roosevelt and Churchill are said to have agreed in principle on major theater resource allocation and the timing of cross-Atlantic operations, leaving execution to the combined chiefs of staff.
US and Japanese air actions over Wake Island and Ballale Island are described. US planes conducting reconnaissance were attacked by Japanese planes but returned safely. Two Japanese Zero fighters were shot down in the Wake engagement. Additional crashes likely occurred during January operations including B 17 bombers striking Ballale airfield and starting fires.
An Atlantic Coast Line collision near Albany killed the freight train engineer W Troy Strickland and injured 13 aboard the passenger train. Fireman David Jones died in Albany hospital after the wreck. Nine of the 12 treated were passengers. Baggage car wrecked and freight cars damaged. A replacement engine was added and service resumed later day.
J oG Lawn of Enterprise was jailed today under 2000 dollar bond after yesterday’s arrest on charges of attempting to corrupt a witness. She testified in U S Court at Dothan in April 1962. Federal officers said Lawle was arrested at Camp Rucker where he worked as a civilian.
Allied air forces bombed Bordeaux and Lorient areas as part of a large raid. British and U S aircraft engaged targets in Germany and France, with two British planes reported missing and Allied planners aiming for major four engine bombers. The raid followed prior night assaults and included attacks on Lavient and nearby installations, amid ongoing air offensive across the region.
The Ration Banking plan, developed by the OFA with ration bankers, begins today in Houston County. Merchants may open accounts to manage rationed staples by depositing stamps or checks, replacing shelves as needed. Stamps do not expire and can be used to settle purchases at any time. The Houston County War Price and Rationing Board will stop issuing ration certificates as the program rolls out.
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