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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1944
Page
7
Allied air power pressed into Saxony and Berlins outskirts with heavy raids across the Danube region. British night bombing, aided by American aircraft, targeted southern Germany while claimed strikes on naval and chemical facilities.
FERHET Pennsylvania AP Roosevelt congratulated the nation for mobilization of its resources to fight a common enemy and expressed confidence the effort will be met with cooperative spirit. Senator Saltonstall opened the National Conference of Governors meeting, stressing cooperation and the role of the United States in world stability and domestic welfare.
The report details Allied advances toward Rome and Valmont as Eighth Army pushes through to break German defences. Bombers strike Germany and Danube regions while British and Italian forces hit occupied zones. In the Far East, Japanese and Chinese forces clash over Hankow, Honan, and Burma fronts as Allied and Axis units maneuver globally.
Allied forces advance in southeast Asia as American and Chinese troops penetrate toward Myitkyina, severing the Japanese exit from the south after two days of heavy fighting. Chindits withdraw from Mogaung area blocking the Mandalay Myitkyina railway, aiding by clear weather and allied air support.
Petitions urging federal action on absentee voting fraud in Houston County's May 2 Democratic primary were being sent to U.S. Judge C. K. Kennamer in Montgomery. Signers urged impounding the absentee box and inspections of other counties' ballots amid reports of fraudulent voting practices across the Third Congressional District.
Quito report says supporters of Velasco Barra, exiled former president, led a civil uprising as Ecuadorn forces clashed with pro Velasco factions near the border with Colombia. Elections are set for June 23 with Velasco Torra seeking return to power opposed by Miguel Angelo Albornoz.
Linda Cauley reports a Junior Red Cross conference for five southeast Alabama counties held at the Houston Hotel. Leaders Susie Edgerton Ming Antoinette Basslay and Milas Virginia Nees guide discussions on area chapter activities and school age participation in first aid home nursing water safety and citizenship development.
London reporters describe a surreal Whit Monday with England peaceful and closed businesses as vast armies await commands. Civilian life basks in sunshine while wartime crowds fill Lords for a record cricket match, and racegoers crowd arterial roads toward Arcot amid military convoys and picnics.
Funeral services were held for Dothan businessman D C Clark aged sixty five who died after several weeks illness at his home 721 Arlington Avenue Burial took place in City Cemetery Ward Wilson in charge He was a longtime resident of Dothan operated a business until two years ago and was a member of the Tabernacle Methodist Church Surviving are his widow four daughters Mrs R P Sanders Mrs Wise Mary Clark Mrs J G Kirkland Panama City Fla and Mrs J D Armtrong Columbus Ga five sons Marlin L Clark Lawrence E Clark W H Clark and others in Dothan Montgomery and Columbus with numerous grandchildren
Allied forces on Biak Island near Dutch New Guinea continued to push against Japanese resistance as they consolidate gains around Rosnek and move toward Mokmer airfield. MacArthur noted air and naval support reducing enemy defenses while advancing about seven to eight miles in the latest phase toward the Philippines.
German broadcasts reflect rising invasion anxiety as Allied forces near the continent. Reports cite weather favorable for a cross-channel assault and claim Eisenhower missed an invasion date. British defenses reached peak alert, with German outlets noting shifting dates and continued speculation.
The Draft Board asked men aged twenty six to thirty seven to file occupational certificates showing wartime activity or health safety work in support of national needs. Registrants over twenty six are deferred only if shown cause, and those twenty one through thirty seven must file certificates. Forms are available at Board One.
A lone registrant will complete May craft calls on Houston County Selective Service Board No One when Keller Page Derman of Dothan reports for induction into the Navy. Board One announced this month’s last call was for only one man, who was required by the Navy.
Detroit reports easing labor tension as strikes subside at General Motors Saginaw plants and Chrysler Highland Park. About 4,400 workers were affected by actions including UAW CIO locals and a forced restart at GM engines bearings, with 7,800 at Saginaw Chevrolet transmissions. Bread shortages appeared as Detroit bakers faced driver strikes.
Washington policymakers rally to cut the 500000 appropriation for the fair employment practices committee. Senators Russell Maybank and Bankhead push to strike the item, arguing FEPC erodes race relations and harms minority interests during wartime while FEPC supporters warn against renewed discrimination by employers.
Moscow said localized German attacks on the Lower Dnestr and White Russian fronts were repulsed while the overall eastern front remained quiet during the weekend. A Soviet communique claimed 14 enemy planes shot down, with patrol ships and a Soviet battle fleet credited with sinking a vessel in the Gulf of Finland.
Allied reports say the Fifth Army breached the Anzio Albano road and neared Valmontone, within a mile of the town on Highway 6, after clearing Aprlia’s vicinity. French and British forces also advanced, capturing Capranica and other positions on the Liri valley while pursuing retreating units toward the Dria Valley.
Gov. Thomas E. Dewey of New York came close to signaling willingness to seek the Republican presidential nomination. He told nearly 100 reporters he is not discouraging talk of leading the pre convention delegate race and may propose a Republican platform for Chicago.
The encampment of the Headquarters and Service Company of the Third Infantry Regiment, Alabama State Guard, will be named between June 29 and July 30. Brig Gen George Le Cleere disclosed that regular Army officers from the Fourth Service Command will serve as instructors. Transportation issues to Dauphin Island have led to consideration of an inland camp. Dothan officers include Colonel John Shealy as commander, with Captain Raymond Spann and Captain B. E. Turn.
WASHINGTON AP Senator Hill of Alabama introduced a plan to abolish the War and Navy departments after the war and create a single Department of Armed Forces with a civilian Secretary, under secretaries for Army Navy and Air, plus a general officer as director of supplies and an overall military strategy board.
The Supreme Court may adjourn today ending an eight month term that split opinions on war powers and faced a backlog of undecided cases. With 14 unresolved matters, a possible extra session Monday could allow completion of argued matters before a July adjournment and the October term. The eight-member court, appointed by Roosevelt and Hoover eras, issued many 5-4 and 6-3 rulings with unanimity rare and dissenting opinions sharp.
In Charlotte AP report Ex-Gov Clyde R Hoey tall and genial won the Democratic nomination for junior U S Senator from North Carolina defeating 74 year old Rep Camerton Morrison who had been appointed to the Senate in 1930 Reynolds, a longtime incumbent, did not seek renomination.
Washington AP report discusses how Selective Service Act provisions protect returning veterans by reinstating them to former posts or positions of similar seniority and pay. The issue creates painful disputes for workers, bosses, and unions when reemployment displaces newer veterans. Cases include an oversize age worker, a father with children, a physically disqualified volunteer, and women promised permanent roles.
Governor Filla Arnall orders Attorney General Grady Head to file in the U S Supreme Court a suit on behalf of Georgia as owner of the Western and Atlantic Railroad seeking to end discriminatory interstate freight rates. He accuses the ICC of allowing carriers to fix charges within the South and argues the Supreme Court has struck down such discriminations.
United States Commissioner J W Daughtry said W C well Negro was charged with violating OPA rules in the sale of an automobile tire. He received a preliminary hearing and was released on $300 bond. The two count charge included selling a tire without a ration certificate and violating price ceilings. Snellwap admitted selling the tire for $12 claiming it belonged to another Negro. He claimed he did not know he violated regulations by handling the tire.
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