10 Sep 1943
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1943
Page
1
A Heaston County farmer expects a late peanut harvest threatened by worms. County Agent Hubert Creel urges poisoning vines to prevent worm damage and loss of crop. He notes ample pruners and the possibility of war prisoner labor for harvesting the week of Sept 2.
General Mark Clark's Fifth Army attacks Na- carries counterattacks inland near Brenner Gate. Italian hold firm in Milan area as British Eighth Army gains 20 miles. Naval clash as Italian fleet flees to join Allies. Soviets push toward Dnieper hydroelectric center, reclaim towns near Mariupol. In Pacific, U.S. paratroop action disrupts new Guinea operations.
Allied air forces launched a round the clock eight day aerial offensive against Nazi targets, signaling a new phase of the war. More than 1000 sorties by American bombers and 1500 RAF sorties supported cross-Channel invasion preparations, hitting Paris factory complexes and nine northern France airbases with joint operations and ground support.
OZARK Special Stuart x fitephenaon district OPA officials announced two panels of the Dale County War Price and Rationing Board had been reorganized and the other two expected to be completed early next week. The tire panel now includes Ramuel Spurgeon Midland City chairman I. Dieton and Louie Howell of GC Midland City Oxark. the gasoline panel features G. Luther chairman Charles Stokes Ozark and Jonnie W. Daniel Midland City. Remaining two panels for prices and food at Stephenson noted Mr Dunn as general chairman with others to be named. All four panel members have signed the oath of office and will meet tonight. The effort aims to preserve a list of panels and names for food and price enforcement. Stephenson said the board has staff and the work is proceeding with a “clean state.”
Adolf Hitler repudiates Italian surrender while rallying Germany for total war. He says Italy’s collapse stemmed from a lack of will, warns of possible territorial concessions, and vows to press countermeasures as Allied air raids intensify. He insists Germany can still win.
The county War Price and Rationing Board announced Book Three A coupons become valid for meat purchases starting Monday, Sept. 12, with validity through Oct. 2. Military personnel may file for No. Three books by tomorrow, then from the board in person.
Houston County gears up Third War Loan drive with bond rallies to hit the 2 182 000 quota by May 30. War Savings Staff head Clyde Levern and Payroll Savings Committee workers plan bonds sales of 200 each. Mrs Jowell Allen of Big Star led early pledges with 260 in bonds by 3 30 am as telephones began the drive. Columbia Town Committees chaired by W C Riv enbar k and A D Wilkerson endorse the effort 100 percent.
Allied forces pound Japanese positions as 20000 enemy troops are reported trapped near Lae in New Guinea. Australian and American units press the attack across the Owen Stanley range toward the air base at Tae. Field dispatches say 25 pounders opened fire on Lae base as Australian troops cross a river outside the Lae perimeter.
London AP reports Norwegians acknowledge loss of Spitsbergen to German attackers. Berlin radio claims heavy casualties and a German naval and marine assault secured a base 60 miles east of Greenland, 660 miles from the pole. Washington AP notes Senator Downey doubts U.S. army expansion without production strain and Selective Service officials warn Wheeler bill may or may not alter manpower.
James Marlow and George Zieley report that a meeting is planned in October 1971 with officials from the National Association of Secretaries of State and federal departments to address soldier voting. States vary in requirements, and opinions differ on a law permitting armed services members to vote in federal elections, including overseas ballots, for president, vice president, and senators and representatives.
Washington AP report warns the Balkans risk a premature explosion as Allied planners weigh a possible invasion of Albania. German occupation rumors and Italy’s surrender heighten southeastern Europe tensions while timing a broader Balkans assault remains uncertain and the Adriatic coast is a focal point for potential advances.
London report says Germany may seize Albania while a major Allied fleet heads toward the Adriatic. Dispatches claim German troops occupy the Adriatic coast as Italian forces hold the rugged region once ruled by King Zog now in England. An Allied landing is reported imminent amid concerted air support and naval movement.
About seventy five teachers attended the City Teachers' Institute today in the auditorium at Dothan Senior High. Bruce Flurry, City Superintendent of Education, reported on program features including delinquency discussion by Mrs Collins, Alabama school legislation by Mr Vaughn, and birth and work certificate requirements by Mrs Liven. First graders were reminded to bring birth certificates for enrollment. all new and special students were asked to report tomorrow for class placement.
Moscow dispatch reports Red Army forces advancing along a 10 mile front from Baakhmach to Zenkov closing on Kiev. The center push reaches streams northeast of Romny, about 183 miles east of Kiev, while the right wing presses from Bakhmach toward the north as a key Dnieper defense weakens.
London AP says Rome radio dismissed Swiss and Berlin reports that King Vittorio Emanuele I abdicated in favor of Crown Prince Umberto. Stefani agency called the reports untrue. Reuters had quoted Zurich rumors, and an Herlih broadcast claimed abdication. The AP intercepted another Herlih transmission. Abdication talk has resurfaced recently.
City officials in Dothanes consider an impoundment program to seize stray dogs. The plan includes impounding, potential euthanasia, and disposal methods amid facility and procedural delays. A Tuesday meeting will address redemption periods and methods for handling unredeemed animals.
Allied forces landed at Taranto near Rome with British aid, completing the occupation of the Italian naval base. The operation expanded the Allied push in southern Italy as German resistance and Italian political turmoil continued in Rome and Naples. The Rome government remained nominally in charge, while German efforts to seize control of Rome faced strong opposition and ongoing air raids.
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