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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1944
Page
3
The execution of famed gangster Lepke and two aides, scheduled for last night, was postponed by Governor Dewey amid an appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court. Warden Saylor reported the trio remained in the death house as defense counsel prepared a review petition seeking further action.
City detectives seized a home brew operation in a Crewe residence. Hattie Andaroom faced charges tied to illegal alcohol and was held under bond. Brackin named in a separate petit larceny case linked to the same sweep. Twelve arrests were reported including public drunkenness and disorderly conduct offenses.
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A list of named Black registrants from Houston County who have been called for exams and will depart early tomorrow for instruction. Individuals include Robert Bryant, Frank Gary, Jimmie Thomas, Lewis Huey, George Thomas, Pauline Taylor, Rufus Potter, Willie Willems, Elbert Johnson, Regan Ashley, Arthur Lea McElroy, Harley Stallworth, and others. note a transfer from another board.
Navy recruiter M O Ford announced three more youths enlisted at the Dothan station for U S Navy service. Named are George Brice Slaton of Dothan, Wallats A Greene of Montana attest, and Willm Ray Baflay of Elba route two. Also Doris Hollis Everatt of Hartford was accepted for Waves and will report to Hunter College in two to three weeks for indoctrination.
In Naples AP reports Italian labor leaders threaten a 10 minute strike in defiance of Allied orders. The protest targets Prime Minister Churchill and Premier Badoglio as Allied authorities remind that strikes in war zones are prohibited by the Allied Military Government proclamation.
A fire damaged a garage in the 30 block of Montana Street this morning. Firefighters said the cause was not determined after the alarm, reported around noon, with two fire trucks responding.
A meeting of Negro FC bor rowers in Houston County was held Wednesday by Miss Mary D. Arant, county home management supervisor, and W. Ro Mulligan, FS supervisor, at Foy Lee and Julia Callina home. Present were George W Neil, Johnny Register, James H and Mary Wilson, H D Dowling. An open floor discussion covered cropping system, land preparation, fertilizer types and amounts, and planting methods, followed by a cheese-making demonstration by Miss Arant.
The article reviews Oscar night highlights with winners and nominees across studios. Shining Matustis Katina Panteen are noted for top acting honors while Warner Brothers and Century Fox figures figure prominently. Irrepressive Wil- Hem Sareyin named for best original motion picture story The Human Cen cad y.
The article notes that the Allies expect a definite swing in their favor once weather clears for air superiority, with Italian weather typically improving in March or early April. It references replenishment of women and general returnees from a Mediterranean tour and mentions air war prospects dependent on conditions.
An AP report states Pvt Ailen W Owens of Napier Field Alabama was shot in the stomach by a fellow soldier in Harlem during a robbery attempt. Owens died two hours later at Gydenham hospital after a hallway struggle. Police say Owens may have been a former New Haven resident who was lured to Harlem by the other soldier.
New Delhi AP reports Japanese forces counterattacked about four miles north of Ayyab in Burma while West Africans push south in the valley, meeting resistance near Apaukwa. British units mop up remnants near Ngakyedauk Path and a large Japanese force in a valley northeast of Neakyedauk is being liquidated, with Chinese troops advancing on Maingkwin to help encircle a Japanese group near the Tawaung river bend.
Royston Court 417 Cube prepares for National 4-H Club mobilization week spanning March 4 to 10 with a Saturday night opening. A 1A Club radio program on Blue network will feature War Food Administrator Marvin Tones and outstanding 4-H youth from the nation. Creel and the H Club plan broadcast over WAGH with the county members in charge. Franklin Roosevelt message cited urging youth leadership for peace and victory through 4-H Club work.
In an amphibious training update at the Amphibious Training Base Cam Bradford MOB Merfolk, a senior officer announced a relationship between Jamea FR Taylor of Dethan and Seaman Taylor Raw. The formal status and implications remain unclear amid ongoing training.
New Orleans AP reports Teche-Greyhound lines reach a settlement ending a four hour old work stoppage by 200 workers after a labor board meeting. Buses resumed service in Florida and Georgia as regional officials ordered workers back to duty. Broward White, 17, jailed for second degree burglary in a separate case involving stolen meat from a Bay Line freight car. Forrester, a paroled convict, and Mose Kelley face charges tied to the theft and disposal of meat with White.
President Roosevelt spoke at a news conference about the service vote controversy. He called the Senate House compromise bill retaining state rights a fraud and said he did not know if the measure would repeal existing exemptions for service members from tax and registration requirements.
Washington AP reports the OPA released lard from ration limits for March. The War Food Administration freed 50 million pounds of lard for soap makers to ease supplies and maintain fat cleanliness for the month.
Lawmakers consider a proposed bill drawing strong support and opposition. Officials say it aims to address public concerns while critics warn of unintended consequences. The measure faces committee review and potential amendments.
Lawmakers clash over Roosevelt directive for a broad review of occupational deferments. Representative Sparkman argues raising the minimum deferment unit from eight to 18 would largely hurt small farmers who care for livestock and land. Senator Bankhead notes pending Senate legislation to compel farm worker deferments if appeals fail.
The discussion covers wartime use of all ships against the enemy and postwar considerations. Roosevelt notes some Italian ships may be manned by Italians, some not, and that Italy’s escaped fleet to the Balearic Islands is a Spanish issue. He cites a rough one third distribution of Italy’s tonnage to each of the U S Britain and Russia, without specifying totals. Stettinius’ upcoming trip is described as a non dress conference, with London’s Moscow committee as one of many topics.
Number 33ties in the Ukraine and Berlin broadcasts cited Soviet offensive action near Krivoi Rog. Other Red Army units pressed hard and continuously north of Reval and south of Novo Sokolnik, according to the Germans.
Army dispatch describes ongoing Allied air operations across northern France and western Europe. Bomber formations, heavy aircraft observed, struck rocket gun sectors and targets in southwest Germany and France. Chartres airfield reportedly attacked as part of the dawn raid amid a record armada of fighters from Britain.
Incomplete report notes military aims tied to defending the capital as German air forts near Vallcan City are referenced. Mentions Waterte jomg as a principal fort and ongoing defensive measures.
Proceedings in the Broderick case stall as Judge Fresch ponders contempt charges for a defendant missing court days. Attorney Hagen argues the judge’s demeanor risks an unfair trial while the panel may be reseated, raising questions about fairness and delay.
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