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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1944
Page
8
A fragmented account notes a horse race where a record was equalled. It mentions jockeys such as Paige Jonk and teams or entities like Gaines Armuttae and Vrach, with early stages of the event leading to a notable outcome as the field progressed.
Former Wake Forest coach Voyles will lead Auburn staff after agreeing to a Bi year contract. He leaves Wake Forest amid plans to join Auburn as head coach and athletic leader, citing family and career growth opportunities. Arrival expected in late April with a goal to elevate the program.
Florida head coach Tom Sdeh announced the Gators will play Tennessee in Knoxville on October 14. The 1944 schedule lists two conference games for the young team, following an earlier announced game with Georgia in Jacksonville on November 11.
The National Association of College Basketball Coaches voted to suggest two rule changes to curb physical play after abolishing the center jump altered game length. Proposals include a six foot circle under the basket zone and a three second rule, plus penalties for ball touches on downward flight. presentations go to the rules committee. Ed Hickox of Saintfield College was elected president, with Junie Fink of Africa Sin and others noted among leaders.
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Midland City technician fourth grade Dalmion B Roberson, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Roberson of Midland City Route Two, was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action in December 194% while serving as a tractor mechanic. He calmly directed crew and maneuvered the gun over rough terrain under enemy fire to complete the mission in minimal time. The decoration was awarded January 1 and mailed to his parents yesterday. he enlisted in July 1941.
Seventeen Dolien High School athletes were awarded for football and basketball seasons. Awards were presented after spring football scrimmage. Recipients included Billy Joe Adams and Ralph Money for football and Ralph McLeod and Dennard Snell for basketball. Also listed are marriage licenses issued by the Houston County probate office and notes on Farm America events and War Foods Administration actions affecting beef pricing and slaughter permits.
Marine Lieutenant Gare Ander san, who has fought in the Marshal Islands, arrived in Dothan yesterday for a short visit. He will stay about a week and then return to the Marshals when his tour ends.
Three thieves described as having a touch of comedy entered a Portland clothing store and divided to different sections. In the ensuing confusion they exited with ten newly taken garments totaling 80 dollars as police investigated the unusual burglary.
The Exchange Club backed a new youth club in Dothan, praised for addressing a local need. Members provided substantial funding and city officials appreciated the project, while 4-H events and cattle quality notes appeared in coverage from prior weeks.
Washington spokesman says many prefer absorbing the rise in odd cents while bars may reduce link sizes to keep prices stable. An extra one cent is allowed on an 8-niner beer. Excise taxes are seen generating $1.051 billion. rest of the $2.7 billion revenue bill comes from higher personal and corporate taxes. Postal rate changes include domestic air mail rising to cents per ounce. military air mail rates remain unchanged.
Ten Houston County men are among new recruits at the U S Naval Training Station Great Lakes Illinois training in seamanship military drill and wave procedure. After recruit training they will be home on a nine day leave. Names include Frank Hunter Cletus Rollins James Enridge Queen Goodson Ralph McNeal John Owens Jackson Willie Martin William Knowles and Well Anderson Greene.
In a recent grooming feature Morvline Hair Tonic is praised for universal use. The piece endorses consistent care and mentions a bold versatile look suitable for a range of fashions.
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