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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1945
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text presents scattered phrases. It mentions PoP, year, gut, ar op, tee cath, ate sate, and a 8 2 figure, with no clear news event or coherent narrative to summarize into a proper card.
A district report recounts Cameron explaining the loan office incident, noting officers arrived and five people returned to the office with a focus on the sequence of events. The piece mentions family ties, the brother Halph, and the roles of Radley and Beale, with no injury details disclosed.
An advertisement promotes Petersons Ointment to ease itching from eczema and skin irritations. It claims rapid relief, improved appearance, and soothing effects for stressed skin, cracked heels, and toe cracks. Money back if not detailed by druggists.
In Europe the famous Sgt Bul Mauldin characters Joe and Willie lose their beards and dirt as front line grit gives way to routine Army life. Patton opposed the cleanup, arguing it undermined Army morale. The shift from Up From Sweatin It Out to Seatin It Out begins today, concentrating on troops awaiting home or the Pacific.
Selective Service officials in Montgomery warn Alabama registrants they must obtain local board permission to change jobs. The 7A to 2B status remains, and moving jobs without written board approval could lead to induction into military service. Local boards scrutinize age brackets and employment changes. registrants should seek permission to avoid penalties.
The War Department announced Army representation at Midway check posts in eight states to curb black market sales. Quota details focused on meat and poultry pricing and distribution to deter profiteering.
In 1942 Jones allegedly arranged a compromise of a debt involving the Roosevelt family. A note and stock collateral were taken, and a $4000 check to John Hartford closed the loan. Hartford claimed the debt was written off as bad in income tax filings, with Elliott involved. The piece questions whether the President knew of the loan and approved it, noting potential tax implications and benefits to Roosevelt.
President Truman signals hopes for free Polish elections after Moscow talks and outlines aims at home. He cites balanced media access at the Moscow conference and names personnel for the trip, while urging Congress to restore wartime budget and sustain employment programs amid domestic pressures.
A clipped OCR item reports a Dothan area soldier listed among the youngest discharged. It names individuals and associates a dated event with military service context. The text is partial with fragmented phrases and scattered names.
Athens Ga report on a yearly clinic for women instructors with references to colleges and teachers colleges in Georgia. The article notes participation from University of Georgia and local teaching staff, highlighting professional development and safety themes.
The report notes steps to preserve peace including a public session to hear pleas from a committee on a regional defense system. It mentions the UN charter empowering the council to use force for peace and security if needed, and updates on talks among major powers over Poland amid arrests of Polish leaders.
General Claire Chennault announced that new American airfields would be built in China to support battles against Japan. He said the 14th Air Force would rapidly establish facilities after the Japanese withdrawal from southeast China, framing it as part of a broader strategic plan.
Alabama sportsman Fred W Hooper Jr of Montgomery won the Kentucky Derby with Hoop Jr. The Alabama contingent followed the race and praised the breeding and training setup at Hooper's farm. President and lawmakers discussed racing interests in Montgomery after the event.
AP reports war bond sales to individuals in the war loan drive reached 82.377 million dollars to date, about 8.0 percent of a 4 billion dollar goal, while total bond sales stand at 82. something million, about 75.4 percent of the 7 billion funds target.
Dothan chapter number 76 of the Order of Easter Star will meet at 8 oclock Thursday evening at the Masonic Temple for the election of officers. All members urged to attend to hear annual reports and discuss other important business.
The War Department lists 45 wounded personnel including Samime J Andrews husband of Mrs Lulian To Andrews, 44 Bell S Fosterprice and Pfe Wilmer TL, Williams son of Osher T Williams, and Graces hie, among others reported wounded in the Pacific regions.
William Talbert of Wilmington Del formerly of Indianapolis agreed to play in the Red Cross tennis benefit at Forest Hills on June 27. He was runner up to Frank Parker in the nationals last September.
A small fire broke out at the Office Supply Company causing light damage before firefighters contained it. No injuries were reported, and investigators are examining the scene for the cause.
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