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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1943
Page
10
The article reports on discussions led by Chairman Doughton and others about pay tax regulation and wartime tax policy. It cites reactions from Rumson, Carlson, and Republican members, debating fairness, progression, and potential effects on different income groups while considering amendments and war bonds incentives.
Fragmented OCR summary notes Allied Eighth Army advances on southern front with long range gunfire and shelling. British Prime Minister press reports gains against Germans as air and naval bombardment intensifies. References to Allied bombers, Japanese actions, and U-boat activity.
Chicago AP report explains rationing may not boost meat supply. Government will take 30 to 50 percent of meat from federally inspected packing plants in April, with veal at 30 percent and lowest quality beef at 80 percent. Packers warn buyers may face smaller than expected cases despite rationing. Slaughter trends show declines across cattle, sheep, and hogs in early spring.
A mine cave in near Pittston Pennsylvania caused widespread subsidence in an eight block residential area. More than 150 homes and buildings cracked or sank as ground shifted with yawning crevices in lawns and streets. Fire and police evacuated residents and armed guards kept people from returning while water and gas mains were damaged and a new high school building was heavily damaged.
Washington AP reports Congress may create a civilian supply chief with power to determine manpower and materials needs. McNutt Wickard Byrnes among possible appointees, with Senate Banking Committee hearing underway and support from Office of Civilian Supply director Weiner. Burnea Callia expected to testify. plan aims to unify authority and streamline policy.
Washington AP Robert Jt Kine counsel for the House Oval Committee said that despite fanfare many wage agents are paid excessive sums shocking to the conscience of the committee Congress and the American public as the new inquiry into curbing methods opens.
Mrs Abbart B Fal wife of the former Secretary of Interior died at 72. Johnny Mito Giants infielder accepted for service after passing physical at Jefferson Barracks. Senate approved debt ceiling increase to 210000008000 and repealed Roosevelt wage cap. Naval supplemental appropriation bill for fleet and shore establishments passed. Twenty three brigadier generals nominated for major general including Claire L Chenault leading the 16th Army Forces.
A twenty one year old Miss Mary Bernice Cannon of Napier Field died of suffocation as fire swept the second floor of the two story residence of Mrs. H D Hale at 403 North Foster Street early today. The fire origin was undetermined but started on the second floor and dense smoke filled the hallway and room where Miss Cannon slept. Also on the upper floor were Mrs. RA Bryant and an elderly mother who were awakened and escaped injury with others in the house. Fire Chief J E Ziglar reported.
April ration stamps become valid today but housewives may hold them for another week due to OPA bonuses. Officials, refusing to be quoted, hint next month could bring reduced values for many pressed fruits and vegetables.
British reports say German bombs fell on Scotland and northern England as RAF fighters and anti aircraft defenses intercepted attacks. Incendiaries and bombs caused casualties and damage, with heavy raids noted on western England and coastal towns.
The Warren Army Auxiliary Corps conducted its first official Dothan visit led by Second Officer Charlotte Torts, accompanied by Lou B. Rebingen and Sergeant Jack Wa. Justus. They aim to recruit women aged 21 to 40, with a rally at Houston Memorial Library tonight and nearby discussions at the Army recruiting office in the Federal building. The drive runs through Saturday as recruiters meet eligible candidates and explain WAAC benefits.
President Roosevelt announced creation of a new Agriculture Department post to lead food production and distribution efforts. Cheater C. Davies, head of the Federal Reserve Bank at St. Louis and former AAA director, will supervise duties including the redistributed food programs and wartime labor recruitment. Davis will take leave from the bank and report near Monday. Secretary of Agriculture Wickard may retain or surrender responsibilities as the new setup is implemented.
United States Eighth Bomber Command reports a devastating raid on the U-boat supply center and railroad yards at Vegesack, claiming substantial enemy losses and noting growing Allied air strength. The communiqué cites 4,000 tons dropped and 26 percent feared destroyed or damaged between November and March, with emphasis on improved daylight capability.
United States troops repulsed heavy Nasi armored attacks in the Galea sector and made local gains in the Maknawy area of the central Tunisian front. The Mareth Line battle narrowed to artillery dueling after four days of intense fighting as German counterattacks under Field Marshal Rommel halted further Allied advances. Advices from the southern Tunisian front said German counterassaults largely erased early gains by the British Eighth Army.
Allied headquarters report Gen MacArthur's forces launched 44 bombing and strafing runs on Japanese positions at Muto and New Guinea, firing 30 000 rounds from cannons and marching guns. Day and night raids targeted enemy bases above Anettalla and Wawak, with ships struck near Walmann and Kat Landa.
Prime Minister Churchill said in Parliament that the Allied fleets are substantially stronger than at the worst moment of the U boat war and noted ongoing improvements in shipping. The remark came after a question by Easr Admiral Tufton Percy Beamish about German damage to Atlantic convoys and ship losses.
Moscow dispatch from Edd Gilmore reports Soviet forces pressing toward Smolensk through Donets valley, claiming new village seizures and heavy fighting with German troops. Red Army advances north of Avkhovachs, and operations extend toward Dorogobuzh and Chugu. Air losses cited for Germans as Soviet countermeasures intensify.
B N A I B R I T H bonds put on April quota. Ravn Alfred Wort reports $100,000 in war bonds credited to the county quota. April 1 delivery begins. Mahhi Wolf urges purchase of E bonds with a \$6000 individual limit and higher totals allowed with multiple owners.
U S Deputy Clerk J W Doughtry said the evasion case against Benedict Fitzgibbon was dropped after the District Attorney declined to prosecute. Fitzgibbon, a New York native, was arrested on suspicion of desertion from the Canadian Army and later rejected by the U S Army for mental reasons. An associated figure, Sheriff Wald, noted lack of a valid draft registration card.
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