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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1945
Page
2
Publication imprint shows ownership by William Theonoe and associates with subscription rates in Georgia and Alabama regions. Mentions The Associated Press and maintenance by Sistas of Archaca Goergis and Mende. Quotes Jefferson and Jeremiah for editorial tone.
A Pennsylvania Republican Rep Kunkel proposes a constitutional amendment creating first second and third vice presidents in line of succession with the second presiding over the Senate and the others in executive roles. Critics call the plan impractical unfair and potentially destabilizing as it would produce ex vice presidents every four years and push many to perceived failure.
Allied reports indicate a German underground aims to sow mistrust and hatred during occupation. It circulates bold falsehoods like fines of 1000 marks on women with children and bans on marriages for five years, following Goebbels style propaganda to hinder the occupation effort.
American and British forces have killed or captured around 1 5 million Japanese and isolated many more through Allied operations at Japan’s front door. Estimates of remaining Japanese troops range from 5 to 30 million, with most likely to be killed rather than surrender, a costly path ahead. Also notes U S domestic concerns on war weariness and a proposal to abolish the three man Surplus Property Board shifting authority to a single administrator.
An analysis claims Germans tolerate underground resistance as they suffer under Hitler. The piece argues underground actions backfire on Germans, delaying Allied cooperation and prolonging hardship, as occupation tightens control and surveillance.
The story catalogs Allied intelligence quirks, Franco sugar politics, UNRRA sugar allocations, and McKellar’s Independence Day march to a closed Senate office. It notes an Aachen newsroom plant superintendent ruse, a German station intimidation, and postmaster hires amid holiday strain.
A collection of 1945-era items including building security changes at Capitol, staffing needs at Fort Leonard Wood, and commentary on postwar military discharge and international figures. Mentions guards required at multiple entrances, park yard access, and corner elevators. Includes references to Nazi gifts to Ford Cologne, Churchill advisers, Chennault, Wedemeyer, and other officials amid Big Three talks.
John Temple Graves discusses fair employment and federal oversight, noting Southern skepticism of a federal commission while endorsing merit based hiring. He cites Governor Gregg Cherry of North Carolina praising racial understanding and argues for Southern led commissions to promote fair employment without forced desegregation. He also profiles Lewis Schwellenbach's stance and questions a possible Supreme Court appointment.
Radio listings show WAGF airings tonight featuring Fulton Lewis Jr MBS Sinfonietta church programs and local newsreels with various orchestras. Saturday’s lineup includes Wake Up and Live AP News Mustard and Gravy Bing Crosby songs and multiple AP News slots.
The Chungking National Herald urges hanging Hirohito as a war crime, while cautioning the move could prolong the conflict. Truman’s approach centers on saving American lives and conditional steps, with Russia entering the war potentially shortening Japan’s collapse, while weather delays Manchuria campaigns.
Radio listings show a crowded Saturday night with multiple music programs and news blocks across networks. Notable acts include Montezuma and Cowboy Ramblers, Vernaners Orchestra, Chicago Theatre of The Air, Leo Caseel’s Orchestra, and Henry King's Orchestra, with News and Talk segments interspersed.
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