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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1945
Page
1
Announcement outlines purchase prices for crimson clover seed by the Wheat and Forage Authority. Details include planting timing, eligibility, and contacts for agents regarding pricing and procurement for pasture use.
Marianna residents push for a Veterans Hospital in the county with backing from U S officials and federal bodies. The plan calls for a 213 bed general medical facility serving the northwest Florida area, led by local chamber board members including J M Sims A Daffin and A B Cobb amid ongoing presentations to Generals Hines and the Federal Board of Hospitalization.
The Big Five argued over Security Council voting procedures at Yalta with 38 other issues discussed. Delegates debated whether any power should block airing of disputes and how interpretations affect voting, amid tension and calls for peaceful adjustment.
Sgt. Russie Gilley, formerly of Dothan, Alabama, has arrived at Welch Convalescent Hospital in Daytona Beach Florida for reconditioning. He entered service in January 1938 at Ft Benning and served 16 months in the European theater, earning the Purple Heart. His wife Addie lives in Dothan. Samuel F B Morse’s line between Washington and Baltimore was completed on May 24 1844.
A Mobile lawmaker led a heated fight over a tax bill causing two days of delay as senators, including Henderson of Wilcox, wrestled with calendar motions and a tax diversion amendment. Absence of Henderson and his committee’s stance muddled action while the House debated related items from a four-year forestry plan to veterans affairs and a state building program.
Funeral services for Misa Wil la Mee Tew thirty six who died at her home on Slocomb route one Saturday morning following an abort ulneas will be held today at 11 am at New Teamon Church with Rev A D Halstead officiating Burial will follow in the New Teamon cemetery Ward Wilton in charge A life long resident she was a member of the New Teamon Church Surviving are her father M Tew Slocomp route one four brothers L L Tew Panama City D L HH and M L Tew all of Slocomib two sisters Mrs M L Creel and Mrs Marvin Bolin of Slocomb Active pallbearers Ray Taur man Arthur Morgan CA Bed sole Leamon Bedsole Jack Watson and Bob Watson
A young man alleged to have stolen $12,000 in jewels from a Fort Lauderdale jewelry shop killed himself after being cornered in a hotel. He was tentatively identified as Santo Edwurd Russo of New York City, registered at the Roney Plaza Hotel as S Russell. Police recovered a discharge and other documents linking him to the University of Mratu, while a note hinted at his intent to end his life.
Donnell reported a disturbance in the dining room of the Maryland House of Correction at Fort George G Meade involving inmates overturning tables and heckling guards. Police and state troopers fired on inmates after attackers rushed doors, injuring several prisoners. Superintendent Wright said meat supplies were limited and a request for new authorization was made as 360 hogs could be slaughtered.
Textile bag requirements show about a twenty percent increase for bags while allocations expand, with more than five units per cow but less than last year. Farmers and agricultural adjusts, and trades are urged by WEA to conserve bags and return them to the charity promptly.
Pope Pius XII affirms Germany’s postwar healing and urges a peace that upholds human dignity. He recalls the 1934 concordat with Germany, condemns National Socialism, and calls for a future free of tyranny while stressing cautious, moral rebuilding in Europe.
MARIANNA Special J V Knapp of Tallahassee former Kiwanis district Governor was principal speaker at Marianna Kiwanis tenth anniversary along with J W Hightower first president presiding A cake cutting celebrated the milestone. The club organized May 21 1954 and has had presidents including Hightower Oswald Toole Henderson Ormond R A Willis Merrill Winslett Otis Padgett A J Cobb L E McCutcheon Sam Morrow and Ven V G Lowery current year.
American 10th Army moves against dispersed Nipponese units while Admiral Halsey returns to action with the Third Fleet. He aids Admiral Spruance and supports the Okinawa invasion as U S forces retake areas around Shuri fortress and push toward victory.
The provided text fragments summarize wartime shortages and policy debates. Reports from Associated Press surveys note scarce meat poultry and sugar, with slight improvements in fresh vegetables. Other lines mention Britain Cuba labor protests and invasion logistics, but the passage is fragmentary and lacks coherent narrative.
Officials with the county Price and Rationing Board announced a small rise in May quotas for passenger car tires. The I grade tire allowance climbs slightly while small truck tires 750 or smaller also gain. A hardship quota of 317 gallons was established.
Kefauver, a young submarine officer later earning command of multiple boats, recalls night battles in Japanese waters. He relates depth charges, fumes, and enduring danger as his crew attacked enemy ships near Wake Island and in other patrols. He notes the crew’s trust and grim resolve despite fear.
The Chinese high command reports May 2 advances in south central China from north of Hengyang, plus a 14 mile gain near Szelo and attacks around Yungning. Japanese thrusts extend along the east coast toward Wenchow while US Air Force notes evacuations of 11 bases in China and partial recoveries at Yuhe tung and Siuchwan.
The report shows new command shifts in the Pacific with Effie Ocean directing all Ryukyus forces and Lt Gen Buckner's Tenth Army under his control. Vice Admiral Hu replaced Turner as theater Amphibious Forces head. Spruance earned the Navy Cross for Okinawa and Iwo Jima actions, while naval losses through May 23 reached 4,270 killed or missing and 4,171 wounded. Admiral Halsey orders ships to bombard Japanese positions as he vows to "kill more Japs and sink more ships."
The fragment describes a busy Friday night with departures to Baltimore and a military post, a wedding at Camp Ruicer, and ensuing funeral arrangements. It names Captain Eagle, Mrs Ersle, Ada McCleoney, and others connected to Headland, Salisbury, and Duby Jel. Burial plans and headland notices are to be announced by Headland Mortuary.
De Gaulle urged a joint, peaceful handling of the Arab world issue with inclusion of Russia and broader regional players. He defended France’s right to military bases, contrasted France and Britain’s Middle East policies, and noted historic Franco British tensions since World War I. A stray note mentions the star Petergeuse in Orion.
Report on an American death case involving German civilians facing trial. Testimony details torture threats and a fatal club attack as prosecutors and defense present witnesses. Members of the German rural police deny intent to harm and sworn statements from defendants are read as verdicts loom after days of court hearings.
A quirky historical account claims James VI of Scotland died in a Mother rhyme titled Simple Simon due to heavy taxation. The tale links the monarch to a popular rhyme rather than documented events, reflecting folklore about taxation and fate.
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