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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1946
Page
1
A fragmentary account notes Hautzie on stage with strong impressions from a South tour. The piece hints at technical issues with older equipment and a chaotic scene surrounding paper hauling and a postponed moment, leaving the exact outcomes unclear.
The article recalls a performer who travels by bus when possible and notes his Columbus trip, enjoying the scenery. It covers remarks on popular music and the Dothan Community Concert Association sponsorship, framing the season’s final presentation.
The Rev. H M Grubb of Knoxville credits Retonga with restoring his weight and strength after a severe illness. He says his appetite returned, sleep improved, and he could move from chair to bed with help, noting sustained benefit after using the product.
Officials call for men with proven work in specific fields to join the Regular Army. Veterans already discharged or nearing prior dates are urged to reapply, highlighting needed engineering, artillery, and administrative expertise.
Four damage suits filed in the Cacho Clerk's office allege injuries from a vehicle wreck on U S Highway No 84 west of Duthan on August 25 1944. Plaintiffs Jenangs Twomley Harold Chhtwun Adams Gloria Adams and L M Thiveet seek damages ranging from 100 to 1000 dollars.
The Treasury announced a further debt cut to be made April 1 by paying cash for 2.0 billion of indebtedness certificates. It will also offer 2810-354000 of one year seven eighths per cent certificates in exchange for Series C 1948 certificates. Consistent with the president's message, cash balance funds are used to redeem existing issues in exchange for new assets.
Veterans in Houston County may apply to the County Service Commissioner or the Office of Price Administration for sugar rationing stamps. Sam Parrish, Service Commissioner, said veterans were directed to the County office to file the application, and the OPA office would also process the applications for sugar rationing.
London officials call reports of Russian troop movements in Iran a nervous reaction to the Soviet failure to withdraw by March. British sources say the maneuvers reflect broader tensions and misgivings about Moscow’s breach of the withdrawal agreement. An Abernaga Office spokesman notes government information is limited as U.S. officials also weigh the moves.
Washington reports Chairman Vinson called for full public debate on the Navy budget for the 1947 fiscal year. He criticized the Budget Bureau for arbitrary cuts totaling about 7 million dollars and said he would question Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz and the Chief of Naval Operations next Tuesday.
St Petersburg faces a mystery as 27 beached whales line Cabage and Moon keys near Pass-a-Grille. The Gulf coast town buzzes with visitors, boats ferry tourists to the whales for a dollar, while locals propose theories ranging from mass death to migration anomalies and spawning fish.
The piece notes ongoing wage dispute negotiations with CIO electrical workers at Westinghouse, GE, and GM electrical divisions. a wage rise expected after a ratified agreement granting 13 1/2 cents. bus drivers strike and county buses required to attend upcoming April training at Wiregrass Memorial Station. Solomon Byvter announces attendance requirements for county buses and school principals.
Funeral services for John W Pearce forty four of Covington route one who died in a Durban hospital after a personal safety related pistol shot wound will be held at 2 PM Saturday at Webb Baptist Church with burial in Webb Cemetery. He was a lifelong resident of the community. Surviving are his wife two daughters Myrtle and Christine Pearce a son JC Pearce his father J W Pearce both of Covington route one two brothers J W Pearce Phenix City and Robert Pearce Dornan a sister Mrs Addis Floyd, plus two nephews.
Funeral services for E Q Womble seventy nine, who died at his home in Graceville Florida this morning after a long illness, will be at Bethel Church at 1 02 pm Saturday with Rev Joe White officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Johnsen Wilkerson directing. He had lived in the community 30 years and was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Woodmen of the World, and a Deacon at Bethel Church. Surviving are his wife four daughters Hazel Rush Ocala Florida Helen Luster Graceville Adda Eva Womble Butrohenam and Lois Cannon Birmingham two sons L P Womble Panama City and James Oscar Womble U S Army and five grandchildren.
Attlee said India must choose its constitutional position in the world and may remain within the British Commonwealth. He noted nationalism is rising across Asia and that India should decide freely, the Commonwealth binding only by voluntary association. He pointed to educated Indians widening the nationalist tide and recognized soldiers who helped in the war.
A cryptic report notes a northwestern sea route yielding about 1,000,000 tuns of herrine and shally. The fragment references Duisyeg vermal tines fishes and a significant transport of marine resources by sea.
Police investigate an automobile mishap on Nora Oates Street involving Willie Jones and others. The fragmented report names J A Aben of Panuls Ave and Pate Gre as persons connected to the incident. Further details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Douglas Stephen Devene of Elba was accepted by the Tecept 07 center ap Burmerghem for enlistment in the U S Navy. Officials of the Dothan Navy Recruiting Liston announced today. Of 12 specimens sent to the Burmagham reception center for week by the Dothan station turf examination Devene was the only man accepted.
Russia shows limited need for the International Monetary Fund as it stabilizes the ruble under controlled policy. Officials say exports are modest, trade conferences loom, and Russia weighs participation while aiming to boost prestige amid global buyers.
United press style summary notes continued reports on the Turkesh Bugarar frontier with large troop concentrations and Russian troop activity near Iran. Iranian sources call their army among the world’s finest, Anglo American equipped, with air force trained in England, while Soviet forces in Tran Kharaij region are debated and evacuation promises hinge on statements by Iran’s War Minister and remarks about talking with the Shah.
A witness recalls plans for a bee museum at Karin Hall esdale that were disrupted by the War. The chaotic Miami scene includes a dog, a cat, and a snake in a yard. The text mentions many American saloons breweries and distilleries, highlighting alcohol industry figures.
A shipment of 32000 tomato plants is due to arrive in early midsummer to bolster the county farm program. Ling, County farm agent, says tomato acreage this year will more than double last year with about 1000 acres planned. Many farmers expect to plant one to two acres each as a cash crop, with plants grown in south Florida.
The Houston County jail docket lists two men charged with burglary. D. McCiemey of Gordor, arrested yesterday by Chief Deputy Sheriff J. T. Casey, allegedly forced entry into a house near Gord dur. The other man, Marvin Weems of Ashford, was brought to the jail by a law enforcement officer. details of the case remain unclear.
Lues G Whatley of 211 S Oakes Street Dothan has finished Navy boat training in San Diego and is home for 13 days leave. He has volunteered for sea duty and was accepted for voluntary enlistment by the Dothan recalling station.
Fragmentary text reports sailors on leave and retirement terms. It notes Lasse A Guaards on second class, 2B Wilson at Derhap, Bas returning after a 13 day leave, and samplemen at San Diego. A Navy Reeve Station statement says Guncuels volunteered for duty on return and was accepted for enlistment. Recruiting station details remain unclear.
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