23 May 1945
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1945
Page
1
Abbeville funeral services for Fay Kanto were held with Mr and Mrs Thomas Hutte in charge. Surviving brothers Willie Byrd and four sisters Frances Esslene Mame Loy and Evelyn.
Four of the county 4-H winners were named today by Miss Fran Molette, with assistance from Misa Emilee Walton. Senior and junior dress revue winners included Kene Jarvis, Maunce Godwin, Angeline Clearman, Ruby Nell Wilson, Sybil Sexrey, Louise Whiddoo. health winners were Sybil Searcy and Ladle Nell Jarvie. dairy foods team winners were Gwendolyn Cherry and Mildred Barnes from Madrid.
A catalog of individuals and company representatives from Pittsburgh Toledo Clarksburg New York City Corning and other locations. Names include Higgins Tucker Monro Braun Rolland Gentile Houghton and Curtiss among presidents directors and secretaries tied to glass firms and a patent holding company with regional ties across several states.
Private Huey L. Dyken of Do than route one has arrived at Fort Bragg North Carolina Field Artillery Replacement Training Center for basic military training.
The nation watches Prime Minister Churchill resigns prompting King George VI to invite a caretaker government while Labour demands an autumn election. Coalition fractures, interim measures, and wartime precedents shape Britain’s path to a possible July vote as Churchill seeks broad support.
Napier graduates near two hundred in a ceremony in the Field House with Lt Col Charles J Daly officiating. Cadets were sworn in by Capt. Miller Besrsley as Col Dials urged air power’s wartime role and warned the risks of postwar complacency.
In a discussion on future German policy figures such as Fuchs describe a path to rapid civilian releases from control, education revival under religious auspices, and restoration of newspapers. He criticizes Nazism, notes limited meetings with Communists, envisions a new democratic party for Fatherland rebuilding, and recalls threats from Nazis after Saar plebiscite.
Kiwanis Club program led by Kowans Education Committee chair Kiwanians discuss governance history. Guests Lieut. Young Boozer and Graham Carson attended as the 1930s–40s British political shifts are summarized, noting Haldwin, Chamberlain, Churchill, wartime coalitions, and ongoing by elections affecting ministers.
Washington AP reports the Senate Equalization and Labor Committee approved a permanent fair employment practices measure despite protests. Key senators backed the act with party lines and faced a rejected amendment to delay operative status unless state leaders deemed it necessary. Pepper indicated intent to pursue separate anti discrimination legislation. focus remains on equal pay and job access for women.
Amid fierce debate on sterilization and eugenics proposals, Alabama lawmakers weigh restrictive measures while committees push welfare funding and payroll raises. Opponents include Mobile representative Joe Sullivan. supporters include women's clubs and church leaders. The House debates a Tuskegee Institute appropriation and teacher pay interests as welfare and education funding move through the general fund.
Eggs were scarce across Atlan ta while all kinds of meat vanished from counters. The Virginian shortage hit an elf-time low as Richmond markets ran dry. Shenandoosh valley restaurants closed Sundays and Alabama markets eyed cattle moves. Jacksonville and Memphis reported scarce poultry and scarce meat despite some fresh vegetables, with overall shortages framing the period.
Washington AP reports the Army plans broad officer and enlisted releases under the punt system. About 2,000,000 personnel, including many officers, are to be discharged as service ends. The system weighs service value and certain scores to determine who stays or leaves.
One person died and two were hurt in a Uniontown Alabama blaze that destroyed the Uniontown Hotel the First Baptist Church and Woodfin's mule barn. E L Scarborough aged 74 in the hotel died from burns. J J Dawes and Miss Mabel Tucker injured. Total damage about 52500 with hotel 30000 church 20000 barn 2500. Fire started around 1 00 am as Uniontown residents helped firefighters. Mrs Sw Pilkington owned the property.
Allied forces arrest 390 officers and others from the Flensburg government ending its role as a wartime command. Doenitz and other leaders are taken into custody as the German high command is dispersed, with Eisenhower’s staff directing disarmament and prisoner handling henceforth.
Fifty five Napier personnel and forty six Napier Field officers are discharged under the point system. The list names Ser Clarence C Keenan, Frank G Buthir, Raymond S Waish, Henry B Watso, Maunce Hyland, Ligya Vi Edwards, Levy K Geo, Julius G Blankeoscip, Anthony Z Koptie, all awaiting civilian status after arrival at the separation center. Quotas are issued as needed with some men deemed essential or wishing to remain until war ends.
The Houston County War Price and Rationing Board announced that it is necessary to list serial numbers and condition of all tires mounted on a vehicle when making out passenger type tire applications. Usable as well as condemned and spare tires must be described, with classes A for usable, D for replacable, and E for spares.
Maude Thomas, Negro, was taken into custody yesterday by Special Investigator Clayton Adams of the sheriff s office on a grand larceny charge in connection with the theft of a necklace from two women at Cottonwood. The arresting officer did not recall the names of the complainants and the warrant was returned to Cottonwood. The case was set for trial in justice of the peace court there.
Nations Conference discusses limiting veto rights in a proposed world security council. Britain pushes to bar the veto from debate on investigating disputes, fearing a single no vote could block peace steps. Big powers defend veto, while smaller states push for reforms amid pressure on France and Syria Lebanon.
A maternity clinic will be held in Cottonwood tomorrow at 1 p.m. Dr. D. M. Hicks will lead the clinic, with county public health officials announcing the event.
Atlanta prepares for General Courtney Hodges arrival with a star lineup including Lt Gen Lewis Herereton and Lt Gen Troy Brigh. A half holiday will accompany a car parade from the airport to a downtown hotel with 36 P-40 fighters and B-21s overhead and a cannon salute at the hotel.
Congressman Rains describes German arrogance during wartime, condemns the Nazi moral elite, and argues for strict postwar justice. He warns that continued German scientific progress could weaponize future catastrophe, urging UN resolve to secure peace and deny Germany scientific freedom within a harsh, vigilant framework.
Technician fifth grade Ira C. Benton, son of Mr and Mrs I J Benton of Do than route five, was awarded the Bronze Star for meritorious service and the Soldier's Medal for heroism in Germany. Gen Louis A Craig praised Benton for unselfish devotion and outstanding service in letters to his parents.
S Sgt James W Collins of 307 Jett Street serves as a waist gunner with the Second Bombardment Group in the B 17 Flying Fortress unit of the 15th Air Force in Italy. The unit recently flew its 400th combat mission in World War II, the field censor announced.
A Washington AP report quotes government officials discussing a forthcoming conference involving President Truman and Secretary of State James Byrnes. The Secretary says no decision on specific topics was made, noting a general policy but indicating additional talks are expected. The White House aims for clarity on timing with a briefing set for tomorrow.
The article discusses afloat logistics for the air war, detailing floating supply ships, jeep carriers, and on board repair capabilities. It explains the need to move parts and personnel to forward outposts, reducing weather and loading uncertainties, while outlining ship categories from large ships to barges and small cargo vessels.
Fragmentary notes show authorities addressing draft deferment and youth service, with mentions of Hershey and European war end hopes. The text references percentages, ages, and requested work for unassigned individuals, signaling organizational discussions on military conscription and labor needs.
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