13 Mar 1945
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1945
Page
1
Griffin of Geneva was appointed to the Ceopia Court of County Cynuch for the term ending January 147. The move follows CM. Segrest, Tewgard, and others in the Geneva area where funeral services were set for Felix J. Young near here with community members paying respects at Ward-Wilson chapel.
Pte. Verson Tew, husband of Mrs. Johonie Tew of 004 West Mead street, has been promoted to Sergeant. In service since December 1943, he has served in the European theater since August 1944. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. N. B. Tew, live on Slocomb route.
Senate figures clash on a House bill to draft unmarried nurses aged 21 to 45 as emergencies loom. Ex-classmate links to University of Alabama, Senator Bankhead and Senator Chandler of Kentucky vote against the measure amid Army and Navy commissions debates.
The Boy Scout campaign runs through April 30 with an Ike medal for individuals who collect 1000 pounds of waste paper. A veteran shell casing with a General Eisenhower citation will be awarded per unit, regardless of full troop participation. Use of strong alkali on aluminum is warned against.
Hollywood film workers strike drags on with no early settlement as union leaders clash amid deadlock. Screen Actors Guild seeks unity with other guilds while producers push for talks, with several stars crossing picket lines and others staying idle. The War Labor Board decision on local painter representation adds to the ongoing tension and potential negotiations.
Reporting on the Kuestrin victory area, Soviet forces under Marshal Zhukov press a final mop up along the Warthe Oder confluence and push to sever German bridgehead east of Stettin while rumors of cross-Oder crossings stir Berlin.
Allied forces advanced toward the Rhine with armored divisions reaching near Koblenz and Coblentz while German fire from Trier and Huenningen intensified. Airstrikes battered the Ruhr as Remagen bridgehead endured heavy bombardment, with 4,000 tons of explosives hitting Varimund in a blitz on Ruhr lines.
Jerry Frank Watson son of Mr and Mrs Tl AL Wason of 06 East Collins street received his wings and flight officer designation at Napier Field graduation ceremonies on Sunday as announced by the public relations office. Watson is a graduate of Dothan High School.
The case of Johnny B. Smith, a Black resident brought to Tuscaloosa from Jefferson County, opens in court amid allegations tied to an incident. Details remain unclear due to fragmented text and OCR errors.
News from Nagoya and Tokyo reports rising war jitters as top officials announce imminent invasion preparations of the Japanese home islands. Premier Kunis Koipo and War Minister Gen Su game briefed the Imperial Diet on accelerated mobilization and firing drills along the coast and near strategic points.
James E Harris stands trial in Federal court here charged with income tax evasion for 1912 earnings from cafe sales gambling profits room rentals and slot operations. Prosecutor Walter Campbell said Harris of Phenix City Alabama reportedly earned over 12000 and paid about 423 in taxes. He is one of eight Phenix City residents accused. two pleaded guilty and were to be sentenced Friday. A severance was granted for Charles Herbert Elrod, now in the armed services. others named include Armand Parr Beechie Howard Parr Goldie Howard Elrod and George T Davis.
Reports describe travelers in Germany noting trains derailed by foreigners and workers committees challenging the Nazi regime in Essen Munich Dusseldorf Dortmund. Dachau prison camp alleged as a resistance hub with over 50 political prisoners said to escape and similar numbers executed. No six military lines halt across Bavaria and Austria amid rail disruptions.
Comdr Harold E. Stassen said the peace organization to be formed at San Francisco must be flexible to meet future threats. He supported review authority for wartime pacts, warning against inviting constant renegotiation of every agreement. He argued the review power should exist to prevent actions likely to spark another war.
Military reports describe moderate machinegun and mortar fire on the outskirts of Zamboanga city center, heavy fighting along the Shimbu line in the Makirina watershed east of Manila, and rapid advances of the First Cavalry Division into Antipolo. Cavalry forces gain high ground on three sides while Japanese rocket batteries are silenced by artillery and air support.
Marthe Byrd eighty two died at her home in Midland City after a long illness. A native of Midland City she was a member of the Midland City Methodist Church. Funeral services will be held at the church tomorrow at 10 39 a m with Rev W L Lindsay officiating. Burial will follow in Midland City cemetery Ward Wilson directing. Surviving are a daughter Mrs St G Epps Midland City four sons J F Byrd Midland City six grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Active pallbearers listed Bons Byrd Dannelly Byrd Clarence Byrd Bob Brown Gib Solomon Leh man Dasinger.
RAF heavy bombers battered Dortmund and Essen then written off in two days of mammoth attacks. US bombers from Italy struck Herborn and Dortmund's Ruhr gateway role while Mosquitoes hit Berlin nightly. Allied strikes targeted the Ruhr industrial complex and its transport hubs, with 1100-plane daylight raids and 1000 tons of explosives on Dortmund.
Mr. Van Fleet outlines a weekly bulletin and a continuous leadership training program for the Negro recreation effort in Panama City. The initiative aims to have trained leaders in supervisory roles and involves shared program copies distributed to club members. Other attendees included Rotarian A Mathis, A S Holcomb, Mrs. Al Winter, Miss Mildred Daniel, USO director Robert McHugh, Asbury Blount, and Clyde Coe.
General LeMay reported 16.7 square miles of Tokyo area devastated with fires still burning in five sites including Dai do Nissan Chemical and harbor. He noted moderate damage at Hokoku Machinery Co. and minor damage at Atsuta factory Nagoya Arsenal Daido Electric Steel Plant Tsukiji Plant Sumitomo Light Metals Plant and harbor facilities. Five factories were newly added to the destroyed list.
First Lieutenant John W. Bed of Graceville has been awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action with the 93rd Armored Field Artillery Battalion of the Seventh Army, as announced by the public relations office today.
A detailed account of the Yalta meeting with Roosevelt, Churchill, and Stalin arriving amid ceremonial guarding. The article describes the setting at Livadin Palace near Yalta, the snow capped mountains, and the first sessions on February 4, outlining agreements on military information sharing, material distribution, and coordinated Allied operations. It notes potential future talks on the world security council and the fragile balance of power shaping Europe’s postwar order.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss two percent provisional government aims and two Democratic interests. Vague quotes mention Vigiers and a call to act at the earliest moment through elections. Tomorrow, Stele urges action with a rallying cry.
Fifth Army troops blasted the Germans from Monte Spigolino near Pistoia and repulsed counterattacks on the peak. Headquarters announced the action, with fighting southwest of Monte Belvedere. The Italians reported German shelling along the coast as Allied patrols engaged in coastal positions.
A Sacred Hap sing will be held at the courthouse Sunday beginning at 7 30 p m with the program under the direction of J T Higlens. The public is invited to attend.
In a World War II era notice, Cecil I. Quarta, son of Mr and Mrs Walter Quarta, is reported connected to his unit in Germany, with mention of injuries and service status. The brief lists other family members and names Ross Van Quardenes in the U.S. Navy, noting military service and related observances.
Questioning why prayers fail against Hiller and threats, the piece recounts Edwin J. Dingle authoring a Tibet inspired solution. It highlights his recovery from illness, wealth, and recognition, urging readers to request a free copy from the Institute of Medhysles in Los Angeles.
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