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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1939
Page
4
A compact Bible Thought for Today quotes 2 Peter 3 18 urging growth in grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ with a note on looking over Alabama opportunities for a successful and happy living.
The Talladega Daily Home reflects on seasonal life with soundscapes and local delays while sparking political critique. It cites national figures, school needs, and Alabama towns poised for growth alongside budget and legislative concerns.
Readable fragments describe Mr. Charley Young’s Eastern clambake primer with menus and ritual details. Following, Washington dispatches report Hitler delaying crisis plans past August 16 amid diplomatic tensions and internal German-British exchanges, plus musings on Vice President Garner and U.S. political jests.
Chairman O Mahoney signaled the national economic committee's planning court could wind up next February with the law allowing continuation until January 1941. His remarks came in a brief, overlooked testimony before the House Appropriations Committee.
The piece presents a sermonette on Acts 1 8 focusing on Christ s final instructions to his disciples. It emphasizes urgency and packed guidance for future challenges and reflects on the decisive moment before the crucible of early Christian mission.
The piece recalls John Gorrie of Apalachicola Florida as a pioneer of artificial ice and reflects on life before modern cooling. It notes a civic honor linking him to a Hall of Fame while contrasting past everyday gadgets with modern conveniences this summer.
The narrative recalls ice storage failing by late July in the ice house era and credits Dr John Gorrie with a 1836 invention. A doctor by trade, he conceived cooling fever reduction and built and operated his own ice machine to bring cold air to the hot Florida summers.
The device, a pump that compresses air into water to absorb heat and form ice, was shown at the Smithsonian in Washington. Dr. Gorvie faced ridicule and funding struggles, spending his fortune on development before his eventual recognition as a benefactor to humanity.
A human-interest note recalls a doctor whose greatest reward was the enduring friendship of his patients during his life. It mentions Florida placing a statue in his honor, symbolizing lasting gratitude from those he cared for.
The article defends milk chocolate as nutritious with no physical harm from eating plenty, noting it may reduce appetite for a balanced diet and can be fattening. It states manufacturers proved wrapping is harmless before its use.
A reader asks whether avocado is classified as protein starch or fat. The inquiry notes long stomach trouble and seeks a definitive dietary classification for the fruit.
Avocados deliver two percent protein twenty percent fat and seven percent carbohydrates with about 100 calories per 46 grams. They supply vitamins A and B no vitamin C plus minerals calcium phosphorus and likely iron. The fruit is described as alkaline forming and excels other fruits in fat and protein content.
The editor notes Dr Logan Clendening offers seven pamphlets priced at 10 cents each. To obtain a pamphlet, readers should send 10 cents and a self addressed stamped envelope to Dr Logan Clendening care of this paper. Titles include Three Weeks Reducing Diet Indigestion and Constipation Gaining Infant Feeding Instructions for the Treatment of Diabetes Feminine Hygiene and The Care of the Hair and Skin.
A sermon emphasizes that true progress for the church comes from the Holy Spirit rather than machinery wealth or numbers. It argues the Spirit convinces and moves people without argument or eloquence and that without this power prayers understanding and conviction falter.
A compact notice urges readers to use the Want Ada feature for buying selling or swapping items. It emphasizes advertising advantage and practical tips for effective listings.
An old Quaker counsels a new neighbor on town life and character. He notes that one’s outlook shapes surroundings and social fortune. By seeking a cheerful disposition, a person will perceive and create a more pleasant community.
Mrs Newly-Wed asks about tree growth guarantees and root strength. The florist assures tall thick trunks and strong roots as she purchases seed packets and a hammock.
Al Davinsky airily accuses a buyer who charged over 300 dollars and never paid, challenging the debtor who agreed to pay in 60 days but has not in six years. He labels the recipient a thief rascal and a liar in a pointed missive.
A shy man approaches the inspector at the police station saying his wife has been missing for two weeks. He explains he did not report earlier because he could not believe it.
In a light chatty note Albert is told summer heat is cheaper than winter. A speaker quips about a cod and asks what he is taking. The text then asserts the best comic strips appear on beaches this summer.
Walter Winchell notes a web of Hollywood and political gossip. Arline Judge at Atlantic Beach Club. Esmond O’Briens share the same plan. Jean Ackerman and groom influenced by false friends. labor chief John L Lewis in talks with Republicans. Derby champ worries over trainer Fitz’s denial. Jazzing items include Weissmuller marriage rumors, Billy Rose retirement, and a Broadway musical christened DuBerry Was A Lady.
Report notes J Edgar Hoover and others in Miami Beach last week amid rumors of a Times sale for 150 million with Hyde Park interest. An NBC exec Fernand Auberjonois slated as fall groom to Princess Murat’s heir apparent. Iris Hall wed Peter De Rees in London. Police hunt Pete Panto amid fears of a cement suit in the East River.
Washington insiders claim McNutt is the leading vice presidential option for Roosevelt. An old political rule suggests evaluating him by future capacity rather than past favors in this veiled discussion of the ticket.
A gossip filled fragment notes Errol Flynn wearied by a birthday bruise allegedly from a car crash caused by a flung bottle. The piece mentions families and figures including Virginia Hyde and James True amid Washington meetings and odd claims about industry figures.
A clerk struggles as a customer seeks two squeaky shoes matching in pitch. The exchange hints at a humorous mystery in a shopping scene.
A humorous item notes a forty billion deficit relief plan by saving eight cents a pound on some tins of foreign beef. A student proposal uses a coin flip to choose between activities, and a bus query asks about liking indoor sports with a comic exchange about girls and early departure.
Mrs Harrison Williams plans again and Mussolini linked as a close friend. Tammany friction erupts between Jerry Mahoney and Eddie Loughlin. Anne McDonnell and Henry Ford II form a steady pairing. Frankie Hyers and Bert Clemourx noted. Fannie Brice clashed with MGM over air show plans. Joe Ryan warns New Deal chiefs of a possible September 20 strike if Bridges not deported. N Y Post covers Miriam Verne as Hitler’s dance partner in a Heel and Toe feature.
The text lists diverse items: Morton Downey Jr. on Barbara Bennett forming an octet, Read er's Digest circulation over four million, Attorney General Murphy denouncing reports on Thurman Arnold’s resignation, anti trust suits to press in certain industries, Soviet ambassador Oumansky reporting to Stalin in person, U S stance on a Chinese Munich and no new suggestions on New York judgeships, impending local tax disclosures, dramatic executions reported by The Hour, Anita Loos on blondes, and Hedy Lamarr as a brunette.
The Daily notes Traffic Officer Bill Moore shows improvement at Benevolent hospital after being thrown from his motorcycle Sunday afternoon. Also mentioned are visitors Miss Eleanor Bronaugh of Madison and Miss Mary Katherine Smithers heading to Kentucky, Law Lamar Jr and Kitty Lamar visiting, and local realtor J A Thornhill in Montgomery on business.
Senate debates sale of government cotton to France and Switzerland at 11 a.m. BST. Audit committee weighs 100000 for civil liberties inquiry at 10:30. Labor panel hears CIO witnesses against wage revision at 10. House mulls whether to consider 800 million housing bill at noon. Ways and Means subcommittee reviews tax law revisions at 10:30.
Yesterday the House passed the final appropriations bill and the Senate approved it, ending the budget package process. The action funds government programs and sets spending across agencies for the new fiscal year.
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