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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1944
Page
3
Alabama agriculture reports a brighter outlook after recent rains ending extended droughts in North and Central Alabama. Cotton, corn, potatoes, soybeans and other crops show improved conditions though feed costs and beef cattle prices remain a concern. Pulpwood pricing and costs also challenge producers as they continue wartime cuts.
Auburn Alabama The Alabama AAA committee approved a resolution requiring analysis of all seed to be used for seeding in 1944 conservation practice payments The analysis covers seed grown and harvested on farms for seeding back on the same farms.
Aviation student Raymond E. Mercer of Zanesville Ohio set a course record at Court land Army airfield sprinting 70 seconds on the obstacle course. He helped Squad ron 8 to 30 points and second place in the class 44 I field meet. Cadet Joseph N Russell led Squadron 6 to victory with 10.3 sec 100 yard dash and 19 ft 9 in broad jump.
Pharmacist Mate Third Class Herman C. Myers, 18, son of Mrs. Mabel Myers of Lacey Springs, has graduated from the training command field medical school for hospital corpsmen at Camp Pendleton California. He completed medical field tactics training and will be assigned to a Marine Corps unit in the field. Myers attended Cotaco High School in Somerville and was farming before enlisting January 26 1943.
SEED INCREASE AUBURN Alabama production of blue lupine seed in 1944 is estimated at 2.3 million pounds of clean seeds up 65 percent from 1.4 million in 1943. Total 1944 output in Alabama Georgia and Florida is about 6.4 million pounds versus 5.1 million the prior year.
Private Amos T Morris has returned to Kelley Field Texas after a 20 day furlough with his parents Mr and Mrs David Morris of this city Ray G Hill 1 C is now in San Francisco He enlisted in February this year and is the son of Mr and Mrs Norris Hill of Hartselle
A letter to the Daily from a Decatur resident outlines a mayoral platform for the September 18 1944 election. It covers war effort postwar plans board reform school bus use curb repairs sidewalk and street upkeep public health and welfare bonding and accountability city staffing responsibilities curfew loitering enforcement and law enforcement vigilance with note of national and state aid.
J D Cloud pledges full effort to Decatur improvement including building a 20000 seat auditorium. He proposes nail up or fence condemned buildings to prevent danger and STOP signs at throughfare intersections to curb accidents. He trusts industry safety by granting police authority with city cooperation and seeks a full time city salary.
A series of gospel meetings will begin Monday night August 7 at eight o'clock in the Plainview school building five miles East of Hartselle. Hollis Roberson of the Hartselle Church of Christ will bring the messages each night. An open invitation invites all to attend and sing spiritual songs led by Greer Hendon with evangelistic song service experience.
The Spanish Armada of 1588 included 132 ships 3165 cannons 10854 seamen and 23200 soldiers detailing a massive invasion fleet and manpower.
Lieutenant (jg) Marvin M. Eubanks USN of Decatur receives the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious achievement while attached to the USS Landsdale during an April 20 1944 action off the coast of Algeria. While the ship was damaged and sinking he aided survivors, helped injured crew, and remained with a rescue vessel three hours later.
The Agricultural Adjustment Agency lifts acreage limits for seed payments to farmers harvesting grass and legume seeds. Payments of 3.50 per acre previously capped at 25 acres are now unrestricted to boost this summer’s harvest as weather and demand have reduced outputs. County agents and Extension Service staff drive statewide efforts to increase seed yields.
Auburn announces merit awards totaling 100000 dollars to rural youth across Alabama for excellence in 4 H agricultural and home economics activities. Details available from county or home agents or T A Sims Auburn Alabama.
Roasted nuts are generally easier to digest than raw varieties as heat alters compounds and breaks down tough fibers. Some nuts may develop better flavors and textures after roasting, influencing preference for snack choices.
Effie Cherry, last of the Cherry sisters famed from the Floradora era, died in a Cedar Rapids nursing home after a broken hip suffered last spring failed to rally. She was admitted recently and passed away today.
The War Food Administration extends the 1943 cottonseed minimum support price to the 1944 crop. CCC will back cottonseed products at a $56 per ton open offer through July 31, 1945. Oil price support set at 18th cent per pound below ceiling with Alabama meals at $44 per ton. local prices vary by area and seed quality.
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