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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1943
Page
2
The article describes wartime food processing plans with 400 000 units needed for canneries and dried fruit targets. It notes workers recruited from farms and communities, including women for packing and dehydration of carrots, beets, cabbage, and onions, plus the setup of cannery, freezing, and packing operations to supply supplies for soldiers.
Acme News Pictures photographer Sherman Montrose reports American troops under Major Albert V. Hart probing Holtz Bay on Attu. Despite dense fog and heavy Japanese fire, A Company forces forward, blasting holes, taking cover, and pressing uphill to secure a toe-hold deep in enemy territory as bombardment and air support rain down on Chichagof Harbor and surrounding positions.
A dense list of radio programs from WAGF and networked hours outlines musical Clock segments, news summaries, club shows, AP News updates, devotionals, orchestras, and dances. It mentions World War era broadcasts, programs by Fred Waring and Cantor, and a final note on pigeons in warfare and Army Sentinel plane construction losses.
Dorothy Dix comments on postwar marriages, noting many unions formed in haste during wartime are doomed to fail. She warns that hunger, homesickness, and excitement drive couples to marry, only to face separation, boredom, and eventual divorce when soldiers return home to normal life.
Police report says officials smashed gaming devices under a court order as part of raids. Estimated scrap value stated at about 3200 dollars, with officials noting antigambling measures and community impact. Local accounts mention tensions and race-related remarks amid the drive.
Four engine transport version of the B 24 Liberator with a 28 ton load, 3000 mile range, speeds above 300 mph, ceiling over 30 000 feet. It carries 20 passengers and crew, over six tons of cargo and operates in a temperature range from 160 to 60 below. Navy patrol bomber PB4Y 1 variant has retractable landing gear and a crew of six, mounting 50 caliber guns and bombs.
Alabama herd sale reports 38 Guernsey cattle traded at a state auction. Bidders featured dairy breeders and creased value for breeding stock as organizers showcased quality stock from multiple consignors.
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