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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1945
Page
3
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As V E Day nears by unconditional surrender of Germany many towns plan sober observances. In Dothan and elsewhere residents are urged to close shops take the day off attend church give thanks and pray for an early end to the Pacific war. The tone stresses gratitude over celebration honoring the fighting men and awaiting real peace.
Senator Johnson of Colorado criticized the War Department plan for demobilization and urged a simple, induction order based release. He argued it would reduce paperwork and let soldiers forecast homecoming, though practical conflicts with ongoing combat needs and family considerations were anticipated.
The Alabama legislature opens its second biennial session with broad aims to adjust local and state laws including possible revocation of extended terms for tax assessors and collectors. Voters previously rejected two year extensions for sheriffs and tax officials, signaling a mandate to undo the lapse. The piece notes shifting political pressures and hints at upcoming repealer efforts as lawmakers respond to voter sentiment. Time remarks shift from Nome to Berlin to Berechtostgaden.
The War Department endorses a punt system to demobilize forces as the war nears conclusion. Readers hear calls for a careful release of troops in Pacific operations, while cautioning that experts warn against hasty or impractical schemes. Military leaders argue they know best how to balance needs and lives.
A reflective column rails at wartime failures and postwar power plays in Los Angeles and San Francisco. It cites parachute safety delays, Roosevelt era political battles, and the role of Justice and Interior in reshaping U.S. policy. The piece notes Churchillian caution, wartime rain in San Francisco, and the need to monitor antitrust actions and federal appointments.
The column cites reactions to appointees including Cliff Durr Snyder and Emil Schram. Jesse criticizes Snyder but now supports him, while Jones says Snyder is competent. Disputes involve Edith Holloway’s dismissal after Tulsa slur about Roosevelt, and a mystery around a Congresswoman Clare Luce’s front-line travel. The piece also recalls Ernie Pyle’s tribute to Fred Painton, and ends urging war bond purchases.
A war column debates postwar policy driven by editor letters. Analysts contrast brutal German brutality with calls for drastic population moves or education by Allies. The piece argues education, not force, offers the only feasible path to reform and notes the difficulty of teaching at gunpoint.
Radio schedule for WAGF listing numerous programs and times from 4:00 PM to 11:30 PM on Wednesday. Programs include Fulton Lewis Jr, Mutual Musicale, Arthur Hale, Music and Lyrics, Frank Singiser, American Cancer Society, Treas ury Salute, American Forum of the Air, Wings for Tomorrow, Duke Ellington Orchestra, News, Wake Up and Live, AP News, The Pumpernickel Band, Catac Club, Bible Readers Club, From Me to You, Shady Valley Folky, Rhythm Roundup, Glory, Mortoneney Songs, Your Army Service Forces and AP News summaries.
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