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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1935
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR shows a 1927 public notice for Issee Valley Printing Co Inc related to a debt matter under an 1876 act with July 1 1927 date. The text references Suelton Montagas BoEe and a presumably attorney role, plus National Advertising Representative Divine-Texney Corporation Detroit.
Five Louisiana congressmen oppose Huey Long era rules and suggest possible new lawmakers in the next session, as reported by the Miami Herald.
A Philadelphia Evening Bulletin report states a American dancer was fined for outraging the morals. The item notes the offense appears light given the apparent significance of the act and the public reaction.
The piece cites Mont judge Walter B Jones and editorial writers discussing Fiorello H. La Guardia and his stance amid Roosevelt era tensions. It comments on editorial bias, anti alien sentiment, and the Dies Bill's potential impact on immigrants, unemployment, and American democracy, noting questions about La Guardia's position and patriotism.
A column blends odd goat lore with satire on air, sun baths, and a Goats for defense plan. It cites Toggenburgs and Hoggenburg breeds, notes Ju an Caballos of the New York stock exchange, and weaves in a Paris or New York vibe with references to DeWolfe Hopper, Japanese emperors, and a mayoralty race shaped by race.
A digest section explains modifying a normal diet for digestive disorders. Energy comes from starches fats and proteins while tissue replacement relies on milk eggs and meat. For ulcers and acidity a smooth diet low in roughage is advised with lean meat mashed potatoes and creamed soups, avoiding sweet sour and spicy items.
The text mocks the Mikado as a divine figure and imagines a distant future ruler called Grand Pan jandrum believed descended from a mythical goddess named NIRA. It warns that criticizing her could lead to punishment by boiling in oil under a "code."
The San Diego museum reports burial places where California Indians laid women to rest with lower jaws removed. Skulls of important Indians found nearby had brains removed and filled with ceremonial offerings. The piece urges a visit to the exposition linking California and Old Mexico with Pacific breezes.
A Washington scene shows the thermometer at 98 as the latest tax bill comes up and about a third of representatives are absent. The text mocks Congress, noting most members did little, with a tongue in cheek claim they could later say they had nothing to do with originating the legislation.
In Minot North Dakota on August 6 a gray attacker frightened several little girls. Six year old Maxine Mellberg suffered lip and forearm cuts after a gray squirrel attacked. Ole Rud, a truck driver, came to the rescue as the animal was killed.
Editor notes pamphlets by Dr Logan Clendening can be obtained by sending 10 cents per pamphlet and a self addressed stamped envelope to the paper. Titles include Indigestion and Constipation Reducing and Gaining Infant Feeding Instructions for the Treatment of Diabetes Feminine Hygiene and The Care of the Hair and Skin.
Senate considers conference report on an airmail bill and takes up copyright legislation. Committees study taxes and private bills while the rules panel restarts a lobby inquiry. Yesterday's items summarize House and Senate activity.
The Limestone county farm bureau warehouse in Athens Alabama declared a five percent dividend on the past year’s operations. Changes in cotton marketing conditions led to the warehouse being rented out and prompted stockholders to consider allocations and distributions among holders.
A brief verse parody from Glenville Kleiser in Grit highlights a political speaker in the den at desk and on the stump. The piece contrasts fluent language with empty talk as crowds shout and the speaker seeks to charm voters though little substantive is delivered.
The amateur author asks for an honest opinion and says they will not be offended if the reader says the story is punk.
The passage emphasizes seeking friends who support us speak well of us stand by us and believe in us while offering candid feedback to help us improve inspiring us and using their influence to aid our success.
The account recalls General Braddock’s defeat at Fort Duquesne where Washington’s subordination and strategic choices shaped his fate. It notes his later roles and, on July 9, 1930, the U S issued a stamp depicting Washington in a British colonel’s uniform.
A sprawling, fragmentary roundup covers Max Gordon, the Rockefellers, a Great Waltz revival, Ed Wynn not returning as Fire Chief, Hollywood chatter, a Lyda Roberts black eye publicity shot, a Rose Pearl Murders book, Lou Gehrig’s wife lyric, and a mistaken Lob Lawman joke. The piece skims industry gossip, ad campaigns, and electoral hints with colorful asides.
David Grayson cautions that friendship is essential and urges immediate action to help a friend in need. The quote urges rescuing a drifting friend rather than ignoring them, underscoring the irreplaceable value of companionship.
A crew member of a large ocean liner spots the phrase Table d hote on a menu card and explains to a companion that it means a set meal. The joke shifts to a jokey mispronunciation as table dottle becomes Irish stew in their chat.
In a terse exchange Brown asserts Ezra Shank has changed for the worse while Jones retorts that he was never worthy. The dialogue hints at reputations and hidden truths across a charged confrontation.
A humorous dialogue notes jelly substitutes for cream and a fur coat, then shift to a stroke of luck involving an insurance payout. It follows reflections on aging and birthday dates, ending with a wry remark about cockroaches supporting many offspring and a cockroach not able to be idle.
A witty caption features a sharp description of a woman described as talkative about topics that render her speechless, highlighting a playful take on gendered perception in a vintage newspaper context.
Dialogue sketches a couple celebrating twenty fifth anniversary with a playful golf wager. A widower plans for no remarriage, and a pair quip about loud talkers exposing ignorance. The light tone mirrors everyday social humor.
A rougher stance may accompany the meek as they claim the earth inheritors pledge a firmer approach to power. The phrase suggests a shift in conduct tied to impending rights and responsibilities.
The reader recalls an intelligence feature guessing real names from nicknames. The Great Lover is Max Baer, Orchid Man is Georges Carpenter, and the City Editor is four or five men with five phones. Telegraph humor and a note on Woollcott's tone fragment the page.
Universal announces Sidney Fox out of Sweet Surrender due to illness she disputes. Paramount clock on North Side awaiting costly repair. Hoovers seeks expert accountants for tax cases. Roscoe Ries identifies his stepdaughter as mixed heritage heir to land in Oklahoma. Hazel Forbes romance with H Richman rumored, Harry Richman reportedly not appearing.
Warning issued about speed traps on Route 4 in Jiimsey with police orders to process a daily quota of summonses especially under ramps. Mention of H Meyers orchestra from upstate. Evelyn Langffeldt to marry George Finnery. Abner Silver gag about a hotel room encounter ends with a quip about a young lady.
Kansas City dispatch reports milkman Richard T. Beedle aged 28 was shot by street car motorman J. C. Coghill, 43, near Coghill’s home during a late lunch dispute about breaking up the marriage. Coghill’s wife said Jim was insane and the sun may have affected him, and they deny taking milk from Beedle.
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