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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1943
Page
7
Allied forces report heavy fighting as Arany engages German defenses along a winter line. Montgomery’s troops face stubborn resistance across the river, with allied reports noting attempts to pin enemy positions and dislodge them amid harsh conditions.
The death of Sam Mr. Howse a veteran Alabama lawmaker and chairman of the House Currency Committee shook Alabama politics. Colleagues recall his 270 years of service and extensive influence on key committees. Funeral plans followed his passing after a brief illness, with state officials and former colleagues attending the services in Montgomery and Washington.
The nation marked Thanksgiving with prayers for victory and safe loved ones as military actions continued in the Pacific and Europe. President Roosevelt’s proclamation was read by commanders, while allied troops and Partisan forces in Yugoslavia joined in. Pentagon cafeterias offered turkey and a quiet holiday, with many battles and scarce football games shaping the day.
Washington AP reports Fifth Army losses in Italy through date total 10 659. Of these 1 612 killed 6 961 wounded and 2 685 missing. British elements of the Fifth Army slightly less, weather limits operations. Gilbert Islands focus and Pacific actions noted.
Aerials report Mosquito bombers raid Berlin for the third night as smoke spreads for 300 miles from the devastated capital. Pacific actions note U S forces seize Gilbert Islands in four days with heavy Japanese losses. British and American operations across Europe and the Mediterranean are described along with Soviet gains near Kiev.
Senate moves to rapid passage of a tax bill increasing revenue by about 10.5 billion dollars, raising total annual receipts to roughly 43.5 billion. House approved 200 to 27 after a day of debate. Finance Committee to hold hearings Monday as Morganthau negotiates with Democrats.
Circuit Judge D C Halstead declared a mistrial in the burglary case of Satchel Hawking a Black man after hours of jury deliberation. Hawking is accused of breaking into a residence in the eastern Dothan area. In other actions Steve Jackgom pled guilty to first degree burglary and was sentenced to fifteen years. New cases were set for today as the court resumed before Thanksgiving.
Allied account from GI observ er describes German massacre of 54 men and boys at Bellona in Napl s province on Oct 7 as retaliation for the killing and wounding of two German soldiers during an attempted abduction of 22 year old Italian girl Mara Cafaro daughter of Gabriel Cafro an American citizen formerly of Rutland VT The report notes Cafro was seized after an attempted kidnapping and that the killing followed.
Eyewitness reports from Berlin describe massive destruction after two nights of intensive RAF raids. Fire crews struggle as water mains fail and rainfall aids firefighting efforts, with about 65 percent of Spandau area evacuated. Industrial districts in Tegel Rainickendorf Pankow and Welasen are heavily damaged.
Two Dothan homes sustained minor damage from fires yesterday with five alarms during morning and afternoon shifts. Grass blazes caused no damage. A roof fire at Allen Alford’s home on North College Street caused little damage. later Howard Doster’s North St Andrews residence was threatened by an oil heater blaze but suffered only light damage.
Washington AP reports the responsibility for disciplining Lieutenant General George Patton for striking an ensnared man lies with General Dwight D. Eisenhower. Secretary of War Patterson says a full report is pending, stressing Eisenhower’s authority over administration and discipline in his theater.
The monthly meeting of Houston County teachers will be at Young Junior High School aud Storium Thursday December 9 starting at five p m Solomon Baxter County superintendent of education announced today All teachers must attend as important business will be discussed The Negro county teachers will meet at Highland Negro School Turn To Number 12 On Page 3
Franklin Banker reports on Jep Kest of West Point Mine who swapped coffin selling for RAF gunnery and bomber duties. He recalls the Battle of Britain and the harsher risks of bomber missions, contrasting fighter and bomber experiences. (Page 3)
London AP reports that Soviet forces repelled German infantry, tanks, and air attacks about 45 miles west of Kiev. A Russian communique, first in 12 days, said German attempts to reach Kiev failed, with heavy German losses and improved Soviet positions. Berlin claimed advances toward Brusilov and Chernyaktor, while the Russians acknowledged some town losses in the Kiev bulge sector.
Chinese high command reports over 5,000 Japanese killed in the Changteb area as they press toward Changsha. China claims gas shell use, heavy artillery, and aerial support by the 14th Air Force aiding defenders, with Japanese by-passing attempts repelled and supply routes under attack.
Dothan observed Thanksgiving with a quiet downtown, shoppers and workers staying home as services focused at First Baptist Church. The Rev. W O Phillipe of Lafayette Street Methodist led the sermon, with Rev Gam Roesves of the Dothan Ministerists Association involved in the observance.
London reports Moequito bombers swept Berlin for the third night as fires raged and smoke rose above the German capital. One raider failed to return. British heavy bombers continued the attack into daylight with waves of Allied aircraft crossing the Channel toward the Continent, while a Swedish report noted fires near Oeland.
Allied naval action near Rabaul and the Solomons reports four Japanese destroyers sunk, one damaged and one escaped. U S forces claimed no losses, while Halsey noted the blow could force Japan to rethink its hold on Bougainville, Shortlands, and nearby areas as Allied air and sea pressure intensifies.
James Mccain and Lomax Mitchitl, two youths sentenced to two years in the penitentiary for sodomy, pleaded guilty before Judge D. C. Halstead Earl and sought probation. After Judge Halstead granted probation to White C. Black, another defendant, the court reconsidered declaring McClain and Mitchell eligible for probation, with Bieck also receiving four years on probation after pleas of guilty. The proceedings mark a shift toward probation for the group.
Pearl Harbor dispatch reports a fierce four day battle as American forces overwhelm Gilbert Atoll defenses. Betio on Tarawa falls to Major General Jallam C. Smith’s Marines after intense fighting. Makina and Abemama are secured as Japanese resistance collapses. Major Admiral Nimitz says more attacks may come wherever Japanese are.
AP dispatch from Basel reports Pope Pius II pursuing mediation between Germany and the Allies. Italy's Catholic press cited the pope’s intensified diplomatic talks with envoys from Britain France Germany and the United States. The Vatican leaders and cardinals were said to meet privately, shaping Rome's stance on Mussolini's fascist regime and relations with Soviet Union and Turkey amid cautious Vatican diplomacy.
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