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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1939
Page
4
A local banker recounts accompanying Charley Young manager of Good year on a tour of the large plant. He marveled that Young knew the name of every worker contacted, though the banker did not know how many were present.
A daily Bible thought from Press Bible Service Inc cites Galatians 5 13 urging brethren to use liberty responsibly and to serve one another with love. The devotional emphasizes a life of service over self indulgence as a guiding principle.
The Decatur Daily discusses progress on the Bee Line highway between here and Hartselle and mentions a shift in local leadership roles. It notes Alabama tax policy debates, Methodism merger effects on church titles, and Senator DeVane’s push for a statewide vote on repealing the Alcoholic Control Act, predicting the bill likely stalls in committee.
John L. Lewis and opponents denounce Garner in a sharp clash over a potential third term for President Roosevelt. The piece notes widespread resentment of harsh partisan remarks and previews local fair changes while detailing polls suggesting Roosevelt may not seek a third nomination.
The community awaits a decision on federal funds for the Morgan County jail construction. If federal grants fall short the county may proceed with a locally funded jail financed by a one mill tax, as the Board of Revenue and Control weighs options amid appropriation delays.
The Decatur incinerator operation drew praise with a caveat. A visiting youth reports enthusiasm fading as residents revert to old waste habits. Slow collection and improper container use threaten health measures and may lead to court action if laws are ignored.
Alabama bankers envision a state wide initiative by the Alabama Bankers Association to set up demonstration farms in every county. One farmer per county will demonstrate sound farming practices to lift farm incomes and move Alabama beyond a single crop cotton dependence. The plan aims to reduce financial doldrums and address prior criticism of farmers sticking to cotton.
Frank Dixon urges better land use and a strong marketing system to boost Alabama farm income. He argues towns should help farmers sell and buy locally, predicting Alabama could double farm income in ten years and keep rural youths from seeking opportunities in distant cities.
Washington report details how Morgenthau blocked the Wagner investigation using allies on the Byrnes Audit Committee while the White House aims to repurpose the inquiry for a new invisible spending program. Taft emerges as a sharp anti new deal figure amid bipartisan talk and economic reform moves.
Handy Myrtle Beach reports C H Goldsmith fishing in the surf when a two pound flounder struck his leg. He grabbed the fish and landed it rather than letting it escape, proving a rod and reel could have less impact than hand catching.
Police traced the missing sacks from G A Richardson concessionaire to a nearby park following peanut shells. They found three young boys, mildly ill from overeating goobers, connected to the theft.
The August season is described as peak venom and deceit for Poison Ivy and Poison Oak with wide U S and Canada distribution. A volunteer study shows 33 percent susceptibility to contact dermatitis, while overall immunity exists, and it cites biblical and Moody quotes about scripture and inspiration.
Dr. Clendening discusses poison ivy poison oak and poison sumac and how contact skin irritation arises. He notes regional prevalence eastern and western United States and mentions experiments testing virus extract as a preventive with limited human trials and animal immunity.
Questions and answers cover vitamin C levels in oranges grapefruit and mandarins and in canned versus fresh juice. Heat destroys vitamin C, canned juice preserves C if not heated, standing juice remains non spoiled and retains vitamin C.
A mosaic of humorous lines and sharp remarks appears as characters share banter about marriage, money, combat memories, and golf. The voices mix humor with wartime grit and light social commentary.
A brief sermonette discusses the Bible as God inspired and useful for doctrine. It reflects on believing all scripture is the Word of God and that its promises come from an omnipotent source capable of fulfilling them.
An editor notes Dr Logan Clendening offers seven health pamphlets. Each costs 10 cents. readers may request by sending 10 cents and a self addressed stamped envelope to Dr. Logan Clendening care of the paper. Titles include three weeks reducing diet indigestion and constipation reducing and gashing infant feeding instructions for the treatment of diabetes feminine hygiene and the care of the hair and skin.
The article argues the Bible's 66 books, written by 40 men over 1600 years, maintain a single divine theme. It cites Moses, David, Daniel, Jeremiah, John, and Paul as diverse authors whose writings form a continuous line of inspiration.
Predictions point to longer lifespans up to two centuries and rapid global travel via ocean tunnels. Fashion, diet, and living would evolve while culture remains enduring with Shakespeare, Beethoven, and Christianity shaping a still recognizable world despite many superficial changes.
Walter Winchell notes a Hatch Bill flash from the weekend, polishes gloss on Pola Negri litigation, studio moves, and Broadway gossip. He lists new papers, wedding odds, Manning changes, and showbiz tidbits with named figures and venues.
A collage of maxims and quips from a teaching scene includes a glass bowl with goldfish in class, jokes about hats and baseball dogs, and a philosophical note on work and merit. A case worker and client joke about relief and finances closes the passage.
Spokane reports Patricia Sells aged 15 dies from 110 burns sustained in an on stage pageant fire. Sally Lacy aged 13 also died after severe burns. Three others burned when costumes ignited from wand sparklers during the performance.
Walter Tanksley an 18 year old Montgomery Bell Academy graduate who planned to enter Vanderbilt University this fall was killed shortly before midnight in a traffic accident in Nashville Tennessee.
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