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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1945
Page
2
An OCR fragment describes misstatements and political grievances with references to Associated Press style and national representation. It mentions a May 21 1445 date and various names and terms suggesting a clipped news fragment about a grievance or editorial note and a public notice context.
The text presents two quoted lines: a biblical verse about nations joining the Lord and the Lord dwelling among them, followed by a maxim stating that peace comes only from oneself and the triumph of principles.
The Stars and Stripes editorial from Honolulu urges easing home front restrictions as the war with Japan continues. It argues civilians deserve cars, gas, and comforts that do not hinder victory, and asserts returning soldiers will regain normal life quickly. A second note praises Senator Elvin C. McCary of Anniston for proposing to discontinue the sale of gales 14x tokery and to tax purchases of 15 or less.
A Paris report says German manpower and technical skills are already being used to recondition equipment for the Far East and to toil on roads and supplies. Germans will farm Europe’s food and later assist rebuilding, with top Nazis prioritized for removal from labor duties. The plan aims to ease Allied redeployment and speed victory, amid war’s closing phases.
A proposal by Senator McCary suggests reducing duties of cashiers and door keepers rather than expanding them. He argues revenue will stay steady without raising taxes, citing studies of California and Kansas tax systems. If adopted, he claims Alabama could gain fiscal stability and public gratitude.
A wartime dispatch outlines Stalin's reply to Truman and Churchill on the Yalta pact. It notes Russia will broaden the Lublin government but not include London Poles, justifying speed in Austria and Romania, while Western prisoners linger in Poland amid disputes over recognition and governance.
Reader letters from a Roaring War era ship recounts of life aboard a cruiser in the Sulu Sea. Notes on gear timers, a missing front tooth, Berlin delays, and Molotov era Russian relations mix with shipboard humor and petty details. Includes portraits of sailors such as Lieut. Comdr. John R. Hickel and Jack W. Hogren sharing duties and homebound wishes.
Radio listings detail WAGF programming across networks with numerous time slots and show titles. Entries include Fulton Lewis Jr. and Mutual Musicals on MBS, AP News, Real Stories From Reel Life, Eddie Stone’s Orchestra, and various local acts with a broad mix of music, news, and variety segments reflecting a bustling schedule.
Yugoslav leader Tito claims Italian and Austrian territory around Trieste and Klagenfurt as he strengthens occupation in the region. Allied powers pressure withdrawal while Moscow's stance looms, with evacuation orders issued for diplomats and citizens.
Ace Adams again was rejected by the military due to a knee cartilage issue. He burst into relief for 12 appearances, only two runs charged, one earned, helping the Giants win 11 times. A broken finger and bad weather hampered his eighth inning appearance against the Cubs at Ebbets Field.
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