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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1944
Page
2
An OCR filled page fragment shows a public sale notice with dates and locations. The garbled lines mention Hale Beet ULE and Horace Ball, a sale of assets, and references to AlabamA and Georgia. The text includes misread names and addresses, plus a disclaimer about Associated Press copy and a misstatements notice.
A compact excerpt discusses alms giving in secret with moral instruction citing a verse about not letting the left hand know what the right hand does and the reward by the Father. It mentions Tankes the giver and Lessing as sources or commentators.
Safety Commissioner warns spectators to cooperate with firemen after a Monday gas plant fire and explosion left one firefighter dead and several injuries. Reports say crowds blocked responders, risking more harm as vapors and flames spread. Authorities plead for better behavior to reduce danger at future incidents.
A Welsh letter taunts Eire for refusing to join neutrals in refusing sanctuary to Axis war criminals. It accuses De Valera of duplicity while claiming to be friends of America and the United Nations. The memorandum rejecting cooperation signals continued friction over wartime security and postwar peace efforts.
Sir H D Beasley of Dothan route three returns Japanese made souvenirs sent by his son Pfc Jesse Morton Beasley. The pieces show scrap iron shrapnel from Burma while the sun helmet and garrison cap reveal quality gear given by War Loan Drives to keep U S troops supplied with the best equipment. The note urges support as the Sixth War Loan Drive opens November 20, stressing the need to meet quotas for timely war needs.
A jumble of war era notes recounts MacArthur pressure over return phrasing in the Philippines, misread China moves by Col. Morris B. de Pass, and political barbs about Harold Young praising Wallace. Also mentions Miss Perkins ready to quit and shifts in Labor Department power under Fannie while notes tease a Perkins post possibility.
Thomas L. Washington reflects on democracy proved by the wartime election and warns of a future test as egg prices and surplus stocks shift with OPA changes. The piece notes honors for Sumner Welles and Willkie style praise, plus comments on surplus war property and Mrs. A Mitchell Palmer voting in Stroudsburg, Pa.
A historical editorial urges vigilance to ensure election promises are carried out. It notes public demand for joining an international peace organization, job security, continued New Deal reforms, and expanded social security, while warning against propaganda and entrenched political machines.
Radio listings for Friday November 17 showcase a dense lineup across networks with variety shows, dramatic programs, news briefings, and music blocks. Notable acts include Deanna Durbin, The Pioneers, Dinah Shore, and a Dixie Jamboree, along with Frank Horgan, Major Bowes Amateurs, and a treasure of network programs across times from 6 p.m. to 7 a.m. the next day.
A Seabee in ENIWETOK asked for sun tan oil but received a turtle neck sweater due to a misdirected mail. A brother in England requested a sweater while the sun loving Seabee in the Marshalls got the wrong item. The mixup highlights wartime mail confusions and cross theater exchanges.
The piece discusses Anglo French talks and the Paris conference as Western bloc moves to counter Germany. It notes Soviet and American roles, Smuts’ forecast of a three power world, and France’s rebirth under Britain’s backing. De Gaulle plans a Moscow visit amid shifting spheres of influence.
The London Gazette lists A. J. V. E. P. CM. 4. T. A.D. Camillesl of Eastleigh Hampshire as to assume the name Aurelius Joseph Camilla. The initials spell Aurelius Joseph Vincent Emmanuel Pius Carmen Marianus Arnettus Thomas Aloysius Dominic.
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