Red Cross War Fund Drive Launches in County
A countywide canvass begins to raise funds for the Red Cross quota of 18 dollars per person. Workers from Houston County target urban and rural areas, placing buttons and soliciting donations to aid soldiers and the stricken, with committees organized for City Hall sessions and district canvassing. The effort aims to boost contributions locally.
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Houston County
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Dothan
Small Attacks Beaten Back In North Africa
Allied Headquarters in North Africa reported steady progress in northern Tunisia as Allied forces expanded holdings near Beja and Sed Jenane, with heavy artillery inflicting damage on Axis positions. The British Eighth Army conducted patrols while the Mareth Line saw only small thrusts repelled, and Allied planes bombed enemy concentrations, shooting down five Axis fighters and a bomber.
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Tunisia
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Sed JenAne
Rotmela
Sbettia
Tunis
Eighth Army
Tualata
Tunle
la Goulette
First Army
Grocer Charged in March 9 Hearing in MERV Alabama
AP report from MERV Alabama states judge Charles B Kenno will hear March 9 proceedings filed by the Office of Administration against JC than doing business as Grocery Co. Assid Knight faces charge No. 2 in the case.
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Ala
Ndge
Charles B Kennon
Office of Inistration
JC Than
Grocery Co
Assid Knight
World War II Air Strikes Report Across Europe
The Allied air offensive continues with heavy raids over Berlin and nearby targets as V-weapon fears rise. Reports indicate sustained bombers and night strikes, while ground actions push along the eastern and southern fronts with pressure on enemy lines.
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Axia Perth
Besa
Eaat
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Tmany
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Neral MacArthur
Savoy
Prizes Announced For All Divisions Of Fat Stock Show
The Seventh annual Tr States Fat Stock Show prize list was issued by Arthur Johnson secretary manager of the Chamber of Commerce sponsor. Awards include Grand Champion fifty dollar War Bond from Malone Motor Co and Reserve Champion twenty five dollar War Bond from Blumberg and Sons. Special ten dollar award if Grand Champion is Aberdeen Angusr. Divisions list first place fifteen dollars second twelve third ten and other amounts from local firms. Awards cover lightweight to medium weight animals with multiple sponsors including Sanitary Dairy Civine Co Ayres Brokerage Houston Marble Works J C Penny Co and others. Page reference indicates continuation on page four.
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Tr. States
Arthur Johnson
Chamber of Commerce
Ramsey & Scena
Addimon
Malone Motor Company
Blumberg and Sons
Assemalion
Singletary and Carmichael
Jamsey and Sons
Dothan Bank & Trust Company
Diars
Dothan Oil Mill Company
Qfth
Do Firs Sanitary Dairy
Dellars
Civine Company
Ayres Brokerage Company
Houston Marble Works
Faulkner Packing
Santary Dairy
J C Penny Company
Raymond Spann
Surance
Ussery Insurance Agency
Spann-Marchman Hardware Company
Pouuikner Packing
Roosevelt silent on fourth term idea during White House talks
Washington AP reporting: a Democratic National Committee delegation discussed a possible fourth term for President Roosevelt. Frank C Walker said the talk was not a formal presentation and the President gave no clear reply. Other delegates said the issue came up in meetings, but no consensus emerged and details remain unclear.
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Washington
Walker
Isaac
Roosevelt
House Committee Against Wiping Out 1942 Taxes
Washington AP report says the House Ways and Means Committee remains opposed to the Rum plan to forgive all 1942 taxes. Opposition centers on full year abatement with modifications seen as insufficient. Details requested from Ottawa on Canada’s plan to forego half of earned income tax and a substitute proposal by Rep Carlson is noted. Page 14.
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Washington
United States
Ottawa
Francis M Lemay
Ma Ainly
Howse Ways and Airangs
Carlson
Doughton
D-Nc
Uniform Pork and Beef Ceiling Prices Set Soon
AP reports that Price Administrator Prentiss Brown said uniform nationwide ceiling prices for pork and beef will be issued soon to combat black markets. He told a Senate subcommittee that current ceilings allow retailers to charge peak prices, encouraging illicit pricing and losses to independents. Brown said new pork ceilings should be released within days, with beef ceilings to follow shortly.
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Washington
Prentisan M Brown
Senate
Black Marketa
Brown
Prown
Butter and Cheese To Be Rationed With Meat
A wartime notice states butter and cheese will be rationed with meat under the food control program. Officials expect meat rations to drop about 13 to 14 pounds weekly, and butter margarine and lard are to be grouped for rationing due to interchangeability. Authority delays mean butter oils and fats await OPA authorization before substitution can occur. No anticipated antien freeze is planned.
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Prive Ado
Prentien Brown
Wickerd
OPA
Turman
RAF Blasts Reich For Seventh Night
In Washington the RAF faces friction as debate on a farm deferment measure continues. Senators gauge support for a draft relief plan, with Mallary’s committee presenting a revised form despite opposition from the War Department and the Selective Service. The main change would defer farm workers after January 4, while House Republicans push to extend married deferments with children.
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Washington
Sponcora
Bankheid
War Department
Aildas Bald
Fires Set In Nazi Capital Monday Still Blazing
Reports from London state that fires were set in Berlin during a Monday raid by Allied forces. The Ministry acknowledged casualties and missing aircraft, with German defenses and British bombing claims drawing swift, tense reactions as war news continued to unfold.
Honor system eyed to end pleasure driving ban
Price Administrator Prentice Brown proposed an honor system to enforce the pleasure driving ban with a possible lifting by March 22. In Washington a report notes nine raids and air strikes in the Aleutians, with 05 aircraft dropping bombs on Jap defenses near Kisha, no enemy aircraft lost. The State Department said the U S sent a note to Britain to cooperate on measures to ease European suffering under Nazi occupation. In London German threats over Nadoccuphedna violence prompted Allied warnings that torture killers will be hanged. In Algiers, four German and Italian consuls general and families captured by U.S. troops have arrived in the United States and are guarded at the Inglaide Hotel near Mountinunciation.
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Pratisa Brown
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Alji
Welles
United States
Great Britain
Washington
Algiers
Sermen
North Africa
Stounten
New Auto Rationing System Liberalized
The Office of Price Administration announces a further liberalization of auto rationing. The reform expands ownership eligibility and C card usage for new cars, aiming to ease restrictions and adjust allocations. Officials expect quicker access for qualified buyers.
Allied Warplanes Pound Jap Convoy Bound For Guinea
Allied bombers and fighters attacked a Japanese convoy bound for New Guinea. Four of fourteen ships were sunk or damaged, with the rest pursued. The Japanese escort suffered heavy losses as Allied air forces pressed the attack near the Les, New Seulpea area under General MacArthur.
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AL Stmralia
Les
New Seulpea
Douglas MacArthur
Knox Warns U S To Expect More Navy Casualties
Secretary of the Navy Knox outlined an operating force plan to bolster Navy strength and warned Congress that casualty rates could rise. Officials projected replacing one sailor in every ten killed or wounded as the Navy aims to reach 22 percent by July 1. The plan details potential costs of sea war fare and the manpower mix, with testimony released by a House subcommittee.
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Washington
Serritary
Navy
Knox
Absenteeism Debate Ties to War Costs in Knox Hearing
The House hears Knox describe absenteeism as a factor beyond strikes, linking it to wartime production and labor discipline. He cites draft periods and wage controls while urging tighter enforcement to keep manpower available for critical war needs. The discussion touches on policy shifts and the broader impact on national effort as page four of the NG Fon is referenced.
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Knox
Feqiy
Abe
Wallfilly
Tony
Ina
Deane
Gandhi Ends Fast Amid Strain and Good Spirits
Gandhi ends a two day hunger strike showing strain but remains in good spirits. The ceremony and public reactions mark a tense close with followers and leaders noting relief as crowds disperse.
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Gandhi
Separate Veterans Organization Seen
A fragmented report describes a veterans group split over leadership and coordination. The piece references a Peninsula area meeting, a legislative conundrum, and a decision on forming a central committee with potential names and roles.
Compromise May Be Possible To Settle Indian Problem
Readable fragments discuss potential settlement of the Indian question amid mentions of figures like Monierji and Jinnah. The text cites debates on war service, unity among Hindu and Muslim groups, and political organizations shaping independe nce efforts in a historical context.
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Prinan
Kostnert
Ow Hong
Yale
Lonadur Sapru
Deral Ftia
Monkerjon
Jinnah VI
Thig Sansa
Rhi
Evacuation and German Defenses Shift in Kursk Region
A Soviet dispatch via Herlin radio reports the evacuation of Hatey in the 130 mile west zone as German forces fortify new defenses. The narrative describes heavy battles around Moscow’s approaches, German counterattacks, and significant territorial gains with towns captured northwest of Kursk. Soviet and German positions are described amid a shifting frontline, with reports of civilian displacement and ongoing bombardment.
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