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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Apr 25, 1933

Page

2

National Advertising Representative Network Listed

An advertising representative network list includes DEVINE TENNEY CORPORATION with offices in New York Chicago Detroit Pittsburgh Des Moines Atlanta and other cities. The compilation outlines regional agents for W and Shelton counter-rotor related services.

Devine-Tenney Corporation New York Chicago Detroit Pittabarch Des Moines Atlante

When the Southern farmer will come into his own

Visionary piece imagines a self sufficient South where farmers grow bread meat and cotton surplus. It extols independence from creditors and debt with gardens orchards vineyards dairies and barnyards supporting self reliance and local markets. The prose sketches a hopeful rural economy centered on cotton as a clean surplus.

Return of Dr. W J Pettingill Sparks Interest in Decatur

People still await the return of Dr. W J Pettingill to Decatur as his work Keep Looking Up remains in many listeners' minds for its lasting value.

Optimism Binds Nation as New Leader Promises People Focus

The text voices unwavering belief in brighter days with a president who weighs the public over big business. It stresses that the leader works for individuals, not organizations, and urges confidence in the nation’s future.

White House

Cooking School Held At Riverside High May 9 10 11

The Decatur Daily announces an annual Cooking School in May on the 9th 10th and 11th at Riverside High School auditorium. The sessions are open to all ladies in Morgan Limestone and Lawrence counties with no cost and offer lessons to save steps and time in the kitchen.

The Decatur Daily Riverside High School Sash Morgan, Limestone Lawrence

Inflation Fears and Confidence Shape Decatur Outlook

Decatur residents and nationwide observers discuss inflation meaning and how far price rises may reach. Confidence, not fear, is seen as key to stability as the U.S. moves away from the gold standard, with international reactions likely to follow and influence future policy.

Decatur

Roosevelt leadership cited for handling inflation and gold standard shift

The Columbus Dispatch outlines widespread confusion over currency policy and inflation. It argues that off the gold standard raises prices, boosts demand, and stimulates production and employment under President Roosevelt’s bold, timely remedies.

Roosevelt

Monetary parity aims for equal advantage and balanced outcomes

The idea asserts a monetary standard that removes edge for some and penalty for others, creating parity with the best possible result. It emphasizes leveling benefits through a uniform system to achieve overall efficiency and fairness.

Buying Ahead Inflation and its impact on prices

The piece argues inflation raises prices for basic commodities and shifts buying power to producers. It explains money in circulation grows when prices rise and warns people buy now for fear of higher costs tomorrow.

General Motors

Roosevelts and MacDonald Seek World War on Low Mood

Arthur Brisbane argues for US focus on domestic conditions over global cooperation. He notes auto registrations remain high despite decline, predicts a car boom with prosperity, criticizes Muscle Shoals politics as a wedge toward socialism, and endorses Florida tax exemptions to spur prosperity and attract residents.

Tax payers mass meeting in Morgan at Hartselle

The April 12, 1921 note describes a mass meeting in Hartselle with several hundred Morgan county tax payers emphasizing state conditions. P. E. Dettra previews a Morgan county tennis tournament with applications due soon. A Y M C A fellowship luncheon is planned for Wednesday night at 7. Mrs. W. B. Russell and Mrs. Robert Cain, guests of Mrs. A. E. Humphries, have returned to Madison.

Hartselle P. E. Dettra Morgan County Net Stars W. 8. Russell Robert Cain A. E. Humphries Madison

Uncertain Washington forecasts on post gold standard

The article discusses U.S. moves after leaving the gold standard, noting Washington uncertainty about inflation policy and Roosevelt’s likely inflation while awaiting conferences with foreign leaders. It compares expected inflation to Britain's 1931 experience and outlines potential bond issues and currency changes.

NEA YY Ashington Washington Roosevelt Eut

Man’s pledge to wife the power no force can take home

The quote contemplates a husband declaring that no earthly power can remove the home from his wife and children, envisioning steadfast protection and security in the family unit. The statement centers on dedication, duty, and enduring commitment within marriage.

Airship Vision Lets Humans Live and Travel at Heights

University of Cincinnati doctors discuss how low atmospheric pressure at high altitudes boosts arterial strength and enables hard exertion. The piece suggests airships will allow people to live and travel from sea level to mountain heights with less fatigue.

University of Cincinnati

Plough Unearths Silver Cache. Sweden Museum Buys Goods

A Southern Sweden farmer unearthed 378 coins and Gothic silver artifacts with his plough. The government historical museum bought the collection. A Goethe reference notes ancient plough treasure rules and a long history of fertility and taxes.

Sweden Government Historical Museum Goethe Faust Germany

Oldest European title tied to a Venetian criminal tale

A historical note links Europe’s oldest title to a Venetian criminal exiled to marshlands, later gaining wealth and status. It mentions Egypt’s ancient lineage as a long-standing parasite issue affecting over sixty-five percent of Egyptians. Dr Farlow of the Rockefeller Foundation aims to eradicate a snail-borne cancer causing strain.

Europe Voltaire Venice Egypt Farlow Rockefeller Foundation

Barbs Defeatee Editor Taken Into Protective Custody

A German editor who caricatured Hitler is reported to be in Nazi protective custody. The item hints at a benevolent crackdown to aid the regime. Hawaii faces beer shortages with distant supplies. Water scarcity and stock declines are noted alongside a bill to cut free newspaper copies.

Germany Hitler

Rumor and Riddles in the Ladies’ Folio

A playful column fragment taunts readers with hints about Roman numerals and age, jokes about prosperity and war, and quips on marriage, manners, and daily life. It notes parrot-like repetition and mischief in public discourse within a dated newspaper voice.

Billing and Cozy Courtship Verses and Civic Duty

A quirky verse set contrasts a courting couple with a busy citizen who neglects family time for duties. A witty exchange on train platforms follows. The piece notes wildlife decline with rare sightings of ducks geese quail and a lone stork.

Morning Schoolyard Sayings and Proverbs Collage

A garbled classroom dialogue mixes names and lessons with adages about perseverance honesty and wit. The list includes remarks on motherhood marriage towels mirrors milk cows and the value of effort and planning.

Large Offering Made to Missions at Ninth Street Church

A large offering was collected last night at Ninth Street Methodist Church during Missionary Night with a special program. A large congregation attended the event.

Ninth Street Methodist Church For Missions

Mrs Bev Howell Shows Notable Improvement

The many friends of Mrs. Bev Howell will be gratified to learn she is considerably improved today and able to sit up for brief intervals after a month of illness.

Bev Howell

Mrs Hess Improves After Serious Operation

Mrs. J. M. Hess of 1424 Eighth Avenue South is resting well at Benevolent Hospital after a serious operation performed several days ago.

J. M. Hess Eighth Avenue South Benevolent Hospital

Sermons on Waiting, Strength, and Good Works by Evangelist

An evangelist preaches two sermons urging believers to wait on the Lord for renewal of strength to run and walk without wearying. The messages stress patience, universal charity, and living a monumental Christian life, with readings from Galatians and calls to action for all men and the household of faith. Otto Fischer sang a sobful hymn at night.

Christ Evangelist Household of Faith Otto Fischer

One Day Session Is Called By Goodrich

E. W. Kennedy, manager of Goodrich Silvertown, is in Atlanta for a one day session of Goodrich managers. The meeting in Atlanta is viewed as relevant to regional developments tied to Muscle Shoals legislation.

Goodrich E. W. Kennedy Goodrich Silvertown Atlanta

Rural pastors train at Vanderbilt for two weeks

Rev. Vance A. Gordon pastor of Willoughby and Westside Presbyterian churches attends a two week training school for rural pastors at Vanderbilt University.

Vance A. Gordon Willoughby Westside Vanderbilt University

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United States Columbus Dispatch Coumbus America King Features Syndicate, Inc Arthur Brisbane MacDonald Timbuctoo Senate Muscle Shoals Rogers Fort Florida Chambers of Commerce Temas California New Jersey Tage BY Rodney Dutcher England China Mesopotamia Tepe Gawra Confucius Derrick Hawaii NEA Service, Inc J. P. Morgan Anx Ray Roy Porter Johnny Thompson Perkinson Johnny Fred Alfred Grandma Dr. Carson Presbyterian
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