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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1944
Page
2
The fragment discusses pre flight reconnaissance before operations over Tokyo, noting the need to identify military targets and justify actions. It argues for measured bombing and condemns indiscriminate attacks, while predicting future aerial missions and potential retaliation. It cites US plans and expresses caution about Japanese perceptions.
Moscow marked its 27th anniversary of the Russian Revolution with Marshal Stalin declaring Germany on the verge of catastrophe. He cited German divisions cut off in the Baltic region and 120 German divisions destroyed this year, praising Allied support and the Red Army’s combined strength. Churchill’s remark on Russians tearing guts from the German army echoed the mood.
In the past ten days reports claim American planes over Tokyo have sparked alarm though details are murky. The 2th Bomber Command has not confirmed visits by its bombers, while a B-20 or several may have flown over Tokyo without dropping bombs.
The piece discusses postwar U S business competition in France with Britain protesting American access to Paris trade. It notes Eisenhower's denial of favoritism and urges boosting U S trade, alongside a local jab about a surplus of identity cards carried in Houston County and a joke about a WAC handbag to hold them all.
The column discusses wartime democracy as it endures political pressure, highlighting Will Clayton’s pro Roosevelt stance, Mrs Clayton’s influence, Sidney Hillman’s PAC moves, and broader reflections on elections abroad and Lincoln era comparisons. It notes political tensions within the Democratic camp and shifts in wartime policy leadership.
Thomas L. Washington notes that professional polls are uncertain yet predicts a Roosevelt win based on personal surveys in key states and the war's impact. He says the war overshadows domestic issues, shifting some Republicans to reconsider, with New Jersey Delaware and Kentucky cited as fallouts. A GOP advisor warned the campaign would be dirty, urging avoidance if possible.
The piece notes CIO outreach and large air and labor support aiding Roosevelt. It cites hometown observations in the industrial Midwest and key eastern states, with Dewey pressing a desperate tone. Analysts sandbag predictions of victory on small margins in New York Pennsylvania Massachusetts Connecticut as the election nears.
A new and exclusive club movement gathers relatives and close friends of POWs held by Japan or Germany. About 150 clubs, aided by the Red Cross and POW Information Bureau, meet to share letters, learn POW rights, and hear from repatriates. Chicago hosted the largest gathering with 700 attendees.
The piece argues that Stalin sees Germany pressed from four fronts and warns the war may end quickly if Western Allies push a rapid Rhine crossing while the Red Army drives toward the Vistula. It notes potential Austrian revolt and ongoing German defenses, stressing simultaneous pressure on multiple fronts for an early German collapse.
A radio broadcast overview explains Wake Up and Live and AP News style programming. The Modern Salon Group and Home Hour are part of a schedule including Mountaineers and Prisoners of War Bulletins for relatives of American POWs and internees. The bulletin answers questions, shares late corps news, and tracks movements to comfort those who wait and hope.
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