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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1945
Page
1
Washington commentary shows division over trying Hirohito for wartime actions. Some lawmakers urge trial as war crimes, others argue he should not face accountability, noting political and symbolic implications and whether justice should extend to Japan's leadership.
An Army private contends he faces punishment for backing a discharge push. He cites pressure from officers, a hostile reception by authorities, and a warning to others who contact Congress. The account notes political figures urging sympathy while addressing demobilization plans and morale concerns.
A mosquito borne disease is blamed for livestock deaths in Houston County. Dr Veriesdnarada and Dr Puivevint note two encephalitis forms, with horses among the affected. State investigators report outbreaks in Bastia and nearby areas, while Florida and Merivune are mentioned in connection with cases and losses.
About 600 CIO members from New York marched to the Capitol demanding quick action on the administration’s recast version program. They carried jobs slogans and gathered in the House calling room with New York delegation members. Philip Murray delivered a message urging prompt approval of three Truman administration proposals: unemployment compensation, gallant labor reform bill, and a 50 cent minimum wage bill.
A rally and barbecue for Wiregrass Post 0738 Veterans of Foreign Wars drew nearly 100 attendees. Thirteen World War I veterans were admitted as new members, while accusations or announcements about individuals were noted but not detailed.
The Al-Master Masons invite members to meet at the Temple at 4:30 p m Thursday to participate in the funeral services for B C Williams Roy Young and M anounced ladias in attendance.
The notice lists tax valuations for various 1938 to 1942 car models including Pontiac and Dodge, with specific S values and model ranges. It states taxes of 2.10 per 100 outside limits and 2.60 inside corporate limits plus license plate sale dates from November to December.
An aged ad touts Black and White Ointment and Black and White Skin Soap as fast fixes for pimples acne rashes and fungal irritations. It claims immediate action and a satisfaction refund policy, urging daily cleansing with the soap to improve skin health.
A city study examines possible electric rate changes for Dothan. A completed rule-based report from experts is awaited, with officials guiding the decision process. The proposal could affect consumer costs and city revenue, pending final recommendations.
Hollywood AP reports child star Shirley Temple plans to marry a sergeant tonight amid intense public interest. Details are scarce as the couple prepares for a private ceremony with close friends and family present.
Officials from Form Ownership, including specialist Ant D Folmar and assistant construction engineer WoOY Cook, visited the Thoreton County Barra Security Administration Office to discuss alternative plans for construction salilities. The appraisal of timber on land was conducted under the supervision of the County FSA supervisor.
Salisbury AP reports three Panton brothers suffer muscular dystrophy, described as hopelessly progressive with one son age 18 and others unable to walk fully, a sister Nora at an orphanage. The piece mentions Mrs Trousdale and church notices about a Cub Pack meeting at Fayette Methodist Church with cubmasters and mothers listed.
Madrid reports France accepts terms for Tangier withdrawal. Allied and Spanish representatives finalize a plan tied to the conference and Spanish participation in Tangier arrangements. Details remain partially unclear in the dispatches.
Three men named Odell Rivers Jo i Register were taken into custody on charges of stealing records. The suspects were held on bonds set at four hundred and four dollars each after a tense day of investigation.
W B Crawley spoke to the Dothan Kiwanis Club on peanuts and the outlook for the industry. He was introduced by a local agent. the business session followed with attendees including a pastor and a security office official.
The Parent Teachers Association of Highland Elementary School will hold its first meeting of the 1945 46 school year at Highland School 2530 pm for Morton it was announced today.
New Orleans Cotton Open event reports results with competitors Lauw and Lavst earning positions on October 7. Organizers, sponsors, and venue details are noted as part of a compact daily sports brief.
A promotional message urges readers with rheumatic pain or muscular aches to try a medicine with directed use and a money back offer. It claims effective results and invites immediate action with a first bottle price and a coded order offer.
The article reports a broad strike wave with CIO United Auto Workers planning a vote in mobile plants over 30 percent wage demands. Idle workers exceed 80,000 in the Dewoit area while Sinclair Refining risks closing East Chicago plant and others may follow. Major disruptions hit Texas Port Arthur and Sherland refineries and widespread action spreads to Chicago Detroit and Toledo plants.
During a two hour press conference to Al lied correspondents, Japan's premier contended the Emperor was not a war criminal, saying he was deceived by militarists. He said details of executions were beyond his province. In Washington, Senator Russell introduced a resolution to arrest Hirohito as a war criminal.
The speaker proposed ambitious home-building targets starting in 1946 and escalating to 1,000,000 or more homes annually by 1948. He claimed that 500,000 new houses could begin in 1946 and 750,000 in 1947, urging rapid progress toward the high postwar housing goal.
A provocative claim says a pilot of a modern high speed aircraft can catch revolver bullets fired into space ahead of it. The statement envisions space flight feats beyond ordinary gunfire limits and raises questions about projectile trajectories and speeds.
A statement notes there are more insect species than the combined total of all animal and plant species. It highlights the vast diversity of insects as the largest group of living organisms by number of species.
Parley with federal officials on Napier field use is planned for late September in Wantington. A five member committee will meet with government offices to decide future use of the base and nearby industrial opportunities. Local sponsors see the field as ideal for attracting Gulf Coast area firms and industrial branches to Dothan.
A pile of gigantic stones in the Netherlands has long puzzled researchers. No quarries in the flat country seem capable of producing boulders of such size, leaving questions about their origin and transport.
An advertising letter from Samuel D Blank of Brooklyn promotes Kellogg's All-Bran as a natural bulking food that ends constipation without pills. It claims daily use improves bowel regularity and offers a money-back guarantee if not satisfied.
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