This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 17 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1944
Page
8
A chaotic game recap highlights Southworth leading the Natives League champion Carfipa with aggressive, daring plays. Tight pitching and steady defense kept scoring opportunities limited as both teams fought for a decisive run and a narrow victory.
Atlantic City reports 18 Yankee players begin spring drills at Bader Field with Manager J. Moe Curthy overseeing workouts. The scene shows tardy callers and young players advancing as Mora assists.
MEMPHIA AR 1944 schedule previews Southern baseball plans. Braves like Chattanooga debut in afternoon. Opening series lists April 28 Birmingham at New Orleans Chattanooga at Nashville, Memphis at Birmingham. May 2 Atlanta at Chattanooga, New Orleans at Little Rock, Nashville at Knoxville, Memphis at Birmingham.
New York boxers Beau Jack Al Daves and others donated to the American Red Cross after a Madison Square Garden bout Friday night. Jack sent a check for 10 percent of his purse and a 100 for the New York unit, Davis added 1500 and 10 percent of his purse, with total contributions expected near 31,090.
In Tropical Park's Coral Gables handicap eight year old gelding Marriage led early but Raga-to-Riches, trained by Coward and DuPuy, won by three lengths over Mar-Kell. Shot Put placed third while the crowd backed the leaders as Marriage paid $6.20 for a $2 win ticket and the others cashed at $2.10.
Sal-Mer Dutch Harrison shot a 68 and 68 for 136 to lead the Charlotte Open at halfway, two strokes ahead of Jug McSpaden who carded 69 for 138. McSpaden and Harrison battled through a day marked by spectators and weather, with Harrison bogeying No 4 but recovering with a strong finish on the back nine.
A memorial honoring women in the armed services and home front roles was approved by Alabama Governor Cozy Spanky. Planned for the Capitol grounds, Myra Barknead Owen will supervise sculptor selection for the memorial, highlighting Alabama as an early defender of women’s contributions during war.
State Ihquar stores will suspend sale of alcoholic beverages May 1 to 6 to complete whisky ration card registrations. Beverage Control Board chair Dr. Ray said many Alabamians were unable to register earlier and those 21 after the period or released by armed services may register at any time. The suspension excludes May 2 for the State primary and aims to finish registration across 1½ counties with thousands already registered for whisky ration cards.
Papers for the renewal of the recharter of Cub Pack 3, sponsored by First Baptist Church, were received at the Scout office. John J. Astleford will continue as cubmaster. New committee members include Sam C Stephens chair, Wallace Seabrough, and Richard Ramsey Jr. The pack has 45 boys in four dens with den mothers and den chiefs named. Pack 3 is one of four packs in Dothan alongside Packs 15 1 and 22.
A Buenos Aires report claims an error in registering quintuplets births. Two infants Franquis and Maurie were listed as twins in one registry, while Fernando was registered elsewhere. The father’s residence and dates are noted, and legal action may follow for failing to report births within three days.
Tax groups meet in five Alabama conferences to discuss the assessment of property and rents for roughly 30 million dollars in annual taxes. Revenue Commissioner Dr. H. G. Fowling invites county boards of equalization and assessors to exchange ideas and tackle inequalities in tax assessment practices. Conferences span Montgomery March 22, Decatur March 23, Birmingham March 24, Mobile March 27, and Ozark March 28.
The Miami Herald reports the transfer of all Army Air Forces training at Miami Beach to San Antonio starting April 15 as part of a consolidation. The move includes the officer candidate school and will convert the beach facilities into permanent Texas establishments, with about 114 hotels used and roughly 40 returned to owners by July 1.
Abandoned bicycle found twelve miles south of Dothan reported by Sheriff B G Perwer. The owner may claim the bike with proper identification at the sheriff’s office.
Probate Judge S P Poyner announced receipt of a 24878 check from the State Department of Revenue in Montgomery. The February distribution reflects Nyvor Tax receipts from retail stores and mirrors January's share, about 22 percent, for Houston County.
Lt James E. Hunt assistant commanding officer of training squadron Wo. I at Napier Field received the Air Medal. He is the first instructor to win the honor while in the United States after a flight near Napier Field on August 3, 1943. As a second lieutenant, Hunt ordered a cadet to bail out as the plane caught fire at low altitude.
A misread wartime note describes a trainee named Hunt from 92 West Beach, Gullport, Mississippi. He receives instruction under Gary following a staged event at Napier Field with arrangements for an upcoming presentation and ceremonies.
The Senate Finance Committee described the GI Bill as more extensive and generous in veterans benefits than any prior measure in this or any war. It labeled the legislation a prudent investment for the future welfare and strength of the armed forces, noting many servicemen will form the core of the postwar military.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.