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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Apr 01, 1941

Page

4

Associated Press News Style Note

A historical newspaper notice states that the Associated Press is entitled to use and republish all dispatches credited to it or not otherwise credited to the paper, with permission for reprints of special dispatches retained by the AP.

Associated Prece Alec Hitler England French Tokyo United States Matsuoka Europe Berlin Far East Mediterranean Mussolini

Morgan County Observes War, Rail, and Community Progress

The editorial reflects on wartime mobilization and Allied resolve, praising American industry and farmers in Tennessee Valley communities. It highlights Morgan County’s 4-H rally, Hartselle’s growth, and calls for civic participation, building toward a stronger city and region.

Hartselle Morgan County Decatur

Roosevelt aides weigh civilian price control and rationing plan

Washington reports Leon Henderson backs a broad civilian price control scheme with prior ities and possible rationing to manage distribution of goods. The idea would require legislation and awaits Roosevelt's approval with caution from Henderson supporters about his authority.

Washington Eivan Control Board Roosevelt Office of Emergency Management OPM Leon Henderson Henderson Knudsen

Community News from Lawrence County Notes of Illness and Death

Miss Sylvia Copeland ill with mumps. Ennis Copeland family moved into the community. Mrs. Ray Jeffreys ill at home. Friends mourn the loss of a husband and father, with funeral held Friday and burial at Roden Cemetery. Rev. Brooks preached at Sanderson Chapel. Mrs. E Posey attended an Alabama Baptist house party in Florence. B H Gargis injured foot. Blonnie Beck visits from Bessemer. Local teachers attended the AEA meeting in Birmingham.

Sylvia Copeland Ennis Copeland Ray Jeffreys J. M. Willis Wolf Spring Roden Rev. Brooks Sanderson Chapel Methodist Church E. Posey

Cleanliness and science clash with body odor myths

The piece cites Dr. Clendening and Dr. Haggard on body odor and bad breath. It explains skin and breath odors arise from bacterial fermentation and food residues, with soap and trialed cleansers as practical treatment, and notes a chlorine mouthwash can neutralize odors within five minutes.

Howard Haggard New Haven Conn

Eyelid Infection Advice From R. M. M.

Questioner seeks cause and cure for red inflamed eyelids with white pimples at lash seats. Answer cites chronic granulatin eyelids from pus infection of lash follicles, recommending pulling infected lashes, boric acid eye baths, and brushing lid edges with a camel hair brush in 10 percent alcohol, plus caution to consult an oculist if lashes touch the eyeball.

Dr Clendening Publishes Seven Health Pamphlets for 10 Cents Each

Dr Clendening offers seven pamphlets priced at 10 cents each. Readers may obtain any title by sending 10 cents and a self addressed stamped envelope to Dr Logan Clendening in care of Peak. titles include Three Weeks Reducing Diet Indigestion and Constipation Reducing and Gaining Infant Feeding Instructions for the Treatment of Diabetes Feminine Hygiene and The Care of the Hair and Skin.

Clendening Logan Clendening

Witty tale and riddle of marriage and rumor

A rambling seaside vignette follows Sandy’s sorrow after learning from a palmist that his wife’s second husband will be handsome and clever. The piece shifts to a proverbabout cycles of work and trade and ends with a jaunty note about a man with four wives proposing to a widow, joking invitations included.

Sandy Palmint

Are you as big a fool as you look

A campaign scene unfolds as a heckler demands a yes or no answer. The candidate refuses a binary reply, arguing some questions lack a clear yes or no. The exchange ends when the heckler challenges the self judgment with a pointed insult.

Game of Life and a Hitler art heist tale

A poem on living and risk contrasts with a lurid anecdote about Hitler allegedly stealing Michelangelo's Moses from the Louvre. An informer claims a different motive, insinuating the Fuehrer pleads with Moses about crossing a water barrier.

Hitler Michelangelo Moses Louvre Berchtesgaden Gestano Fuehrer

Enthusiasm That Drives Progress Beyond Excitement

A reflection on enthusiasm as a force that sustains effort beyond momentary excitement. The piece contrasts fleeting passion with the steady drive needed to push forward and achieve long term goals. It emphasizes consistent motivation over temporary zeal.

Walter Winchell On Broadway Trettle Mark Registered

A collage of Broadway gossip notes from 1941 mentions Trettle Mark registration and a stream of entertainment world rumors. It references actors directors sexuals and politics with scant verification and dated satire.

Walter Winchell Daily Mir

Play and gossip shake the stage world on a busy front

A collage of theater buzz spans Pulitzer chances for Watch on the Rhine and Corn Is Green, Hollywood rumors about Loretta Young, marriages and divorces among socialites, editor swaps, and notes on Cary Grant and Lindbergh referenced in lectures.

Lillian Hellman Eileen Lange Good Housekeeping Lee Barker Houghton-Mifflin Exec Loretta Young Hollywood Edmond Anderson Countess Furstenburg Rex Smith Newsweek Cleo Black Fredericka Bertelotti

When No One Is Watching Sparks Quiet Emotions

A fragmented dialogue reveals patient nurse tension and social cues about enthusiasm and opportunity. Characters debate habits marriage and perception, exposing relationships and miscommunications in a muted exchange. The passage hints at hidden desires and social judgments.

Society Scenes and Salon Gossip Medley

Virginia Peine and Herbert Bayard Swope's boy date as Vera Zorina romance rumors swirl. The Fair’s Trylon and Perisphere head to armor plate melt down. Encyclopaedia Britannica to illustrate dance section with Georgia Tapps. Equity nears riot over closed shop push. A blonde evangelist charms Maurice the Monte Carlo doorman with prayer books. Will Oursler, Fulton Oursler’s son, sells a mystery to Simon & Schuster. Tempus fugits indeed.

Virginia Peine Herbert Bayard Swope Vera Zorina Trylon Encyclopaedia Britannica Equity Maurice Monte Carlo Will Oursler Fulton Oursler Liberty Mag Simon & Schuster

Secrecy Drama Over Coast Trial Blackouts

The article questions why the Army kept secret details of coast trial blackouts amid public noncooperation. It notes the secrecy sparked appalling reaction and mentions related remarks about public and international figures including an Eastman Kodak executive named as liaison for the Duke and Duchess of Nassau.

Eastman Kodak Duke and Duchess of Nassau Leighton Waldorf Billie Grafton Gazettes Ganna Walska England Honolulu Mexico Hollywood Hitler Yugoslavia

April Showers as Divine Blessings in Daily Thought

W E Waterhouse MA reflects on April showers as a metaphor for divine grace. Soft, unexpected blessings awaken life, compare to biblical promises, and remind readers that God's love arrives quietly, blessing hearts and offering eternal joy.

God Ezekiel

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