19 Oct 1945
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1945
Page
1
Obituary notice states Mrs. Mary Afar Guth Commander of Salem Church area, wife of HR. T Commander, with two sons and a brother among survivors. Named relatives include Amy Fortes and Huy Ko Commander, plus grandchildren and nephews.
Fragment from page one discusses alleged orders for cruelty toward Allied prisoners. The text references box whistles and Japanese methods and questions why the command demands harsher treatment. It attributes the orders to imperial wishes and criticizes the treatment of prisoners.
Mrs W E Day, aged seventy four, dies at her Cottonwood residence after long illness. Buried at the nearby church with funeral services at Belview. Survived by husband W E Day and several children. local relatives attend.
The formal indictment was presented yesterday in Berlin outlining the case against 24 defendants including Von Ribbentrop and Speer. The charges allege conspiracy to overturn Versailles, aggressive war, and crimes against peace. Prosecutors seek accountability for plotting to dominate Europe and war actions against Britain France Poland and the United States.
An ordinary table fuik, used along the chine dike edge and bent together, proves very satisfactory in scraping cer bal from an automobile motor.
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National conference gathers Disabled American Veterans delegates led by Milton Cohen of Buffalo. Discussion covers mandatory rating, tax relief, and dependent allowances for disabled veterans, with broad support for improving benefits and school aid for dependents.
The Houston County Professional Workers Council held its regular monthly meeting at the Eccleston Center with Rev J Nurian Dendy and CL Col lis as guests. Attendees included Mrs Coline, Mrs Sarah Whaley, Miss Martha Cletre Gates, Miss Jane Bailey, and officials from the Department of Public Welfare and county offices.
The State Department said the first meeting of the Allied Advisory Commission is postponed due to Russian attendance concerns and some governments not sending representatives in time for the October 2 session. The delay aims to align Truman era efforts with the Big Three to resolve wartime diplomacy.
World War II veterans may receive forgiveness on income tax obligations amid postwar relief proposals. The federal effort seeks to ease financial burdens for aging veterans as public debates weigh welfare benefits.
Houston veterans increasingly use tax exemption provisions as officials report steady applications. The law covers all veterans with a 240 year service record and extends to World War II and Spanish American War veterans, with exemptions possibly affecting property taxes and future bills. Officials at the probate office note many veterans are applying daily, while veterans organizations highlight the privilege during the current drive.
A plan announced by Foster Flying Command at Maxwell Field, Alabama, states about 4500 Aviation Cadets in the Army Air Forces Training Command would be discharged or reassigned. Cadets leaving service may take up reserve or allied duties while others pursue medical service options or deferred duty as directed.
Dr Burkett addresses Lions Club gathering amid remarks on healing and community service. Attendees include local figures and supporters from Putian and nearby areas. The talk covered civic involvement and regional partnerships with wartime veterans groups present.
A Houston court arraigned twenty four defendants for crimes this week. Five Black defendants pleaded not guilty to murder and related charges. Attorneys for Boner Lewis and Pavey Lewis sought first degree murder deliberations. Oscar Montgemens cited for assault, while Roast Neal and Artur Neal faced murder charges. The cases proceed in the ongoing criminal court session.
AP reports West Coast ports will receive 33 000 returning troops. Ships include Milford Victory and Henry W. Sweener with hundreds of patients and passengers slated for discharge. USS Lowndes and other vessels are listed arriving at Seattle and Newport News with thousands of personnel aboard.
An alleged burglar with a Texas forgery count is sought by deputies. Roy L. Marfis and Denver Coleman are reported missing after a late Wednesday burglary at Clendinen Company on South Oures street. Authorities say about $9 in small money bags was taken, with clues from a cowboys buyis offer guiding the investigation. Sheriff Farmer noted arrests and ongoing searches as deputies pursue suspects and examine the burglary scene and vehicle responses.
A two story frame dwelling on Montura Street suffered a major fire that raged through the top floor before firemen, led by Chief Floyd Hari, brought it under control in minutes. The home owned by Elis McCloud Dalto was badly damaged, with one occupant reportedly saved as neighbors aided. Firefighters remained on scene for nearly an hour to prevent the blaze from spreading.
Acclaimed the worlds shortest living pet performer tied to hand in the mechanical held. The Little moon idol of the Del Rio troupe of singing and dance. My midpels featured on the Imagine Mouth midway of the Johnny J. Tones Exposition during The Greater Winston County Fair week of Oct 29 through November here in Dothan.
J W Hudson dies after a long illness. funeral services held Tuesday at the Chuck Win church. Survivors include wife, two daughters, two sons, four sisters and several nieces and nephews. Interment at Glennwood, Alabama, with service at Camp Wheeler, Ga.
Witnesses in a U.S. House hearing discuss secrecy proposals tied to atomic energy. Dr Leo Sailard of the University of Chicano describes two schools of thought on developing atomic energy for civilian and industrial use versus weapon-related aims amid Cold War tensions.
Russia considers extending egg supply by letting hens roam and forage. Observers note a 120 month horizon and potential shifts in feeding and management as birds are free to network.
Provisional health statistics released by the State Department of Health show typhoid deaths in the state falling to 11 from the start of the year through July. Seven fatalities were among whites and four among Black residents, with figures possibly revised from earlier reports.
Grady S Eubanks sues Max Bruner claiming a Bruner owned truck driven by a Bruner employee left the road near Ashford in September causing two broken ribs a lip and chest injuries. Eubanks alleges negligent operation and seeks 5000 in damages in Houston County Court.
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