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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1944
Page
6
Economists estimate civilian food consumption in 1945 will rise modestly with more beef veal pork and mutton, and per person intake about a pint of lard and less butter. They project higher citrus consumption but fewer fresh fruits due to acreages and yields.
Rep John Newsome returned from Europe with proposals for postwar peace. He advocates collaboration between the English speaking world and joint U S England deliberations led by representatives from both nations. He favors talks on international commerce and accords, noting Russia’s admission would be hard without a legislative body. France endures a harsh winter of 1944-45.
Harvest ended with high civilian supply still trimmed by wartime needs. Del Monte notes 1 to 3 percent fewer fruits and about one less in vegetables for civilians than last year. Weather and manpower cut 1944 packs. military quotas double, but no clear release planned. Consumers urged to choose dependable Del Monte brands and show grocers patience as deliveries spread through the year.
Aspamagu s asparagus and beets face larger government quotas while tomato and pineapple juice see major cuts due to weather, manpower limits, and higher military needs. Grapefruit juice expected output drops after hurricane damage. Tomatoes also limited by weather.
A medical society head asserts doctors bear heavy strain and higher mortality in home practice from wartime stress. He cites Journal of the American Medical Association analysis showing elevated death rates among physicians at home versus armed forces, with aging doctors disproportionately affected.
A extension agronomist from Alabama Polytechnic Institute emphasizes abundant cheap roughage as the foundation of profitable livestock production. Proper pasture management can make permanent pastures the farm’s most valuable area. Winter is ideal for brush clearing to prepare land for next spring pasture.
Public notice-style health ad warns that chronic bronchitis may develop from lingering coughs or chest colds. It promotes Creomulsion, claiming it acts directly on bronchial mucous membranes, dissolves phlegm, and soothes inflammation. The ad guarantees money back if it does not quickly ease coughing and restore rest.
Wartime shortages tighten the electric system. Copper, poles, transformers remain scarce and engineering staff is thin as engineers are drawn into military service. Even with full materials, expansion slows because skilled workers are diverted, delaying definite service timelines.
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