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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1943
Page
6
Areas of Alabama remained under water as heavy rains diminished but river levels stayed high. Authorities evacuated lowland families to higher ground near Montgomery and rural sheriffs aided the response, with riverbank communities bracing for renewed rises toward the Gulf.
Flood warnings spread as rivers including the Ohio and nearby tributaries rose, forcing residents in Bergia Louisiana and Mississippi towns to abandon homes. Red Cross leaders planned to shelter evacuees as officials battled rising waters along Boula and Leaf rivers and along highways near Bogalusa and Meridian.
Amid wartime news a fragmented AP dispatch describes Allied actions near the Mareth Line and Kharkiv regions. Mentions Montgomery, Britons, and German resistance as air and sea operations unfold over North Africa and Europe.
London AP says Prime Minister Churchill in a radio address outlined a postwar order featuring a 48 European and Asiatic council of free nations to maintain peace. He warned Britain to keep focus on victory as the war may last two years or more until Hitler is crushed. He supports comprehensive social welfare from cradle to grave and a classless society with equal opportunities.
Senate leader George announced a 10 senator panel to map postwar economic problems with business labor and finance leaders. He envisions an unpaid advisory group led by crisis expert Baruch and several subcommittees to study housing reclamation aviation and reconversion of war plants, plus demobilization and world relief.
Washington AP reports a lingering cold kept President Roosevelt in the White House over the weekend. The illness improved but he remained in residence with only one scheduled appointment, a 12:65 meeting with Basil OConners, head of the National Foundation for Infant Parslysis.
The Senate Agriculture Committee voted unanimously to require including farm labor costs in the parity price formula. The measure covers wages for farmer family and hired hands, affecting price ceilings and farmer purchasing power tied to the 1908-14 period.
Washington AP report describes Allied Newspaper Council urging public support for a $13 billion Treasury victory loan drive. The council, after meetings with Morgenthau and Marshall, calls it the greatest financial undertaking in history and urges increased war bond purchases to hit April goals.
Moscow dispatch says Red Army captured Durovo, 57 miles east of Smolensk, and advanced toward the rail line from Bely while repelling German counterattacks. Russian forces seized two fortified positions north of Kharkov area, even advancing over enemy dead as they pressed toward the Donets line amid heavy combat.
Democratic leaders push back against the Ruml plan to tax income for a yearly PAYA cycle while Republicans label the bill stupid. The debate grows as a potential coalition of disaffected Democrats with some GOP members could shape the action on the House floor. Rep Knutson predicts limited Republican support, while Rep Disney forecasts more GOP opposition. Turn to page 2 for details.
New York AP) Charles ONeill spokesman for Northern Appalachian coal operators said talks with United Mine Workers were deadlocked over contract retroactivity. Telegrams were sent to President Roosevelt and government officials seeking federal intervention. Fed authority head Steelman indicated possible entry into the dispute as the current contract expires in March and negotiations continue with proposals for retroactivity.
Adolf Hitler spoke in a brief radio address admitting parts of Germany have become war zones after heavy Allied bombing. He claimed German fronts near Russia show casualties rising and praised limited battlefield gains as the nation endures a prolonged conflict.
Government order halts butter lard and other fats for one week starting next Monday, with margarine and related foods frozen, while restaurants stay open. Mayonnaise and salad dressings are not rationed, and wholesalers will resume supplies after the freeze. The move aims to prevent shortages before new rationing takes effect on March 7.
London AP reports British observers find no critical weaknesses in the German war machine despite bombing and defeats. They cite continued German morale, manpower losses reaching millions, and long war prospects with reserves and reinforcements mobilized. The tone suggests belief in German resilience despite Allied pressure.
Rains slow progress on county warehouse project delaying grading and framing. crews struggle with mud and equipment shortages, with officials warning of limited work this week and possible further delays before completion.
Athens Tenn area: Cong pol attorneys challenge constitutionality of poll tax and permanent voter registration system. Rocky Mount NC: Meader Bay Kyser says deferred draft status appeal denied and he will report for examination when ordered.
Australian Army Minister Francis Forde declared Japan more determined to invade Australia as Allied victories in New Guinea, Bismarck Sea, and the Solomons intensified enemy resolve. The report notes bombing raids near Cape York, Dutch New Guinea, and other northern targets, with Japanese air and naval activity escalating as Australia braces for possible further attacks.
Houston farmers expect higher food output amid wartime goals with national targets set. American farmers plan 1 000 million acres of crops. Alabama and other states show increases in livestock and poultry, though peanut production may miss targets.
Allied forces drive a wedge into Erwin Rommel's defense on the Mareth Line with American armor near Maknassy and Medenine. Montgomery directs a full-scale attack while reports say Italian prisoners and captured German units bolster the push toward the Gulf of Gabes.
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