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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1945
Page
3
An odd OCR fragment recounts a 1945 event titled The Dothen Eagle Pebhohet Meet Gabrisy Iy with references to Mall and publisher roles. The text also quotes Job from scripture and muses on hypocrisy, noting a Thursday March 1 1945 context and themes of hostility and triumph of the wicked.
President Roosevelt, returning from the Yalta meeting with the Big Three, states that the war must end only with unconditional surrender of the Axis. He emphasizes no deviation from terms, while denying any plan to murder or enslave enemies, promising them a path to decency under victorious Allied supervision.
Alabama legislators weigh revenue options as prohibition debates grow. Rep. Norman proposes raising sales tax from two to four percent to compensate for liquor tax losses, with distribution tied to Alcoholic Beverage Control. Montgomery discussions also consider raising the overall sales tax from two to five percent, shifting the burden to shoppers of groceries and goods. The debate echoes broader issues of liquor regulation versus prohibition and the fate of state finances amid the uncertain future of alcohol policies.
A fragment notes an elaborate but firm surrender formula from prior world leaders conferences. It counters calls to offer Axis nations a hint of terms after laying down arms, emphasizing no relaxation of surrender conditions.
The President signs the George bill divorcing the Reconstruction Finance Corporation from the commerce department. Henry A Wallace is slated for a modest $15 000 yearly post with limited financial powers as secretary. The Senate is expected to confirm given the reduced remit and funding. The piece comments on Japanese apologies related to bombing near the emperor's palace.
Debates over compulsory labor and manpower policy reveal tensions within the War Mobilization Board. Johnston criticizes cost-plus contracts and suggests a nationwide educational campaign, while leaders like Gardner push for stronger enforcement and public truth about wartime labor needs. Meanwhile Rankin and Celler clash in a House lobby over remarks on Jewish professionals and anti Semitism. National figures, farm groups, and industry voices shape the contentious policy discussion.
War column from the Marianas Islands by Ernie Pyle describes B 29 missions over Japan, the long oceanic return, and the dangers of ditching. It notes rescue rates, the buddy system, and frustrations of aircrews and officers like Major Gerald Robertson.
A dense listing of radio segments and orchestral programs across various stations. Includes mentions of AP News items, music groups like The Four Vagabonds and Duke Ellington pieces, devotional and prayer segments, and program blocks such as Rhythm Roundup and Meet the Band Tonight.
A wartime column defends Allied air attacks on Tokyo and Berlin as targeting military objectives while acknowledging civilian casualties. It argues the Hague Convention limits but does not prevent total war bombing, questions why civilians should be spared in a conflict of such scope, and notes the moral tension between military necessity and human suffering. The piece cites casualty estimates for Berlin and Tokyo and defends the strategic aim of destroying key war industries and transportation hubs.
Victor Henry Hanson publisher of The Birmingham News and Age Herald is in a Miami Beach hospital for heart treatment. He and his wife are vacationing here and he was taken ill several days ago. His condition was described as good by his physician. Hanson is a past president of the Southern Newspaper Publishers Association.
An all day sing in honor of F M Roney will be held at the Houston County court house on the first Sunday in March. All singers and friends are invited. Plans are being made to ensure one of the best attended singings in this section.
A garbled listing shows a 1940s era radio lineup with performers such as Bob Burns, Dinah Shore, Bing Crosby, Fred Waring, Rudy Vallee, and Anita Ellis. It lists various shows and times from 4:30 to 10:15 with music, comedy, drama, and news segments.
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