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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1944
Page
2
A local Girl Scout rally is planned for this evening with participation expected from scouts and volunteers. City officials issued a proclamation designating May 7 to 15 as Girl Scout Week to boost community support and recognize the organization’s service.
A crowd heard speakers including Adana presdent of the Dethas Chanter of Cotamerce, Rotary Club president Dever, and many community leaders discuss the night’s theme. Maran Wright introduced Dr Norman WeLeod of the Fuster Atcac Methodist Church who delivered the keynote on the Youth Challenge.
George Sroith and Shesvian Brown, both described in biased terms, were involved in a fight linked to a liquor case. Wade was treated at Dothan hospital after the incident, Owens allegedly stabbed Wade near the jugular. Owens surrendered at the sheriff's office and was released on bond. he was rearrested after an indictment by the grand jury.
The piece notes discussions on a potential fourth term for the President and mentions Senator Wheeler opposing a fourth term while meeting with the President. It also covers Dewey as a Republican prospect, a push by the National Association of Colored People for a Dewey statement on the anti-poll tax bill, and primary delegate movements in West Virginia. A separate local crash on North Mate Street caused no injuries. Houston County reports 7147 measles cases statewide.
Promoting by the university and featuring Hugh Schusbend and the Dothan City Band, the final concert of the series is set for May 19 at the Lighathoo auditorium. Carlton Mason of Cancy Florida and Orin Whitley of Panama City join directors John Ro Churies of Napier Field and Howl Hampton to present a varied program of classics popular tunes and well known band compositions. Season tickets are on sale at the auditorium opening and admission tickets will be sold at the door.
Miss Watson from the Dothan naval recruiting office addressed the Dothan Exchange Club at its Wednesday noon meeting. She explained the importance and work of women in the Navy. Dan Morgen and Robert Morrin were chosen to represent the club at the state Exchange Clubs convention in Tuscaloosa on June 4 and 5.
Do and Frasier Ellis Hospitals join the accelerated nurse education plan. Cadet Nurse Corps enrollment available for girls meeting requirements. Mrs. Brooks Belmer, chairwoman of the local recruitment committee, notes eligibility includes graduating high school and physical qualification. Ages range from seventeen to thirty five.
The article recalls Forrestal's rise from journalist to cabinet member, contrasting him with Knox, a Republican who started as a reporter and later led Dillon, Read & Co. It recounts Forrestal flying to Kwajalein with Capt. John Ginrich, serving aboard a battleship, volunteering for action, and sharing meals with Marines while enduring shellfire during Namur Islet operations.
Carlson speaks of a future machine for Mr and Mrs America in postwar travel. Red Cross report lists volunteers who completed a magical dress project at the workroom including Mrs Arthur Morris and several other named volunteers.
The article describes a labor conflict around a gate and maintenance clauses tied to a federal seizure. It notes Avery and Tempeiriity Wet the et al. and cites Henry AGdtfsls as a federal official. The United Labor Union rejects maintenance duties, threatening a return to old terms if no new agreement is reached. Paul D. Lowell faces charges for removing a government poster.
The article notes a poor crop season may reduce supplies this summer and fall with limited storage for perishables. Delayed farm work threatens oats corn cotton rice tobacco beans and vegetables for canning. Yet brighter signs include a 60 million bushel rise in winter wheat prospects, with production estimated at 652 million bushels versus 529 million last year.
In a large air operation over Vienna, 250 to 500 Flying Fortresses and Liberators pressed through about 120 enemy fighters near the target. Escorts claimed several German planes down as bombs hit the Wiener Neustadt area and Vienna airfield. Night raids by RAF Wellington and Liberator aircraft hit Hungarian industrial areas.
The Japanese drive from Shansi expands the war front toward Loyang and the ancient city of Sian. Reports say the crossing of the Yellow River sparked bitter fighting as Tokyo aims to sever Chinese reinforcements and cut rail links along the Po-ying Hakow line, with multiple divisions engaged across Yang province.
Legion post 1.713 meets to discuss service operations and revoke the legion hall, with committees formed for appointing new officers. Attendees and exact time noted as 7 oclock, at Mount Litrutgh? Vague location confirms a local community gathering to review operations and leadership plans.
The article notes reduced forthcoming passenger train service likened to window dressing for Berlin anti invasion broadcasts. It reports German forecasts of Allied strike Monday, redacted plans for British emergency units ready to evacuate non combatants and provide shelter and food along coastlines used as invasion springboards.
Number 24 will be used with updated motive power. Applications for Pullman cars are pending with the War Department, with coach service slated until approved. If Pullman cars are allowed, they will run between Atlanta and Panama City on the same route. The schedule change reflects rising military and civilian importance of the territory.
The article notes hog sellers accustomed to old weight rules at Number Two prices can now market hogs as Number Ones under updated standards. It mentions continuation from Page One and implies broader market impact for producers adapting to the change.
A full-time National Service Officer of the Disabled American Veterans was installed at Montgomery Veterans Hospital to assist disabled veterans with their benefits. The appointee is Jones L. Frazier, located in Room Now& Veterans Facility, Montgomery. Commanders Willem Le Daniels and John W. Devi urged veterans in the region to contact Chapter No. 5 Geneva for more information.
Do residents without electricity have sought meters and electrical access but shortages of meters and other equipment prevent any adjustments so far. Scarborough noted the issue may be resolved before October as more meters arrive.
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