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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1939
Page
4
The Massachusetts legislator who donned a bathing suit to protest the governor's adjournment stance faces scrutiny as observers note the stunt. Political interviewers report difficulty getting Jack Garner to speak while commentators question what more he could add to the public discourse about him.
The piece notes Mississippians heading to the polis after a dull campaign while weather forecasts warn of a tough winter. It questions lawmakers' attention to Baldwin County and Mobile events and mocks Tallulah Bankhead as a lobbyist. Senator Bankhead voted to curb theater relief projects despite support elsewhere.
Civic leaders travel to the eastern states with definite meetings to promote Decatur as an industrial site. The group explains past delays and emphasizes careful, prudent outreach to manufacturers who know the region. They caution there may be no immediate announcements on return but affirm Decatur’s commitment to steady, sound growth.
The Birmingham Age-Herald Washington bureau chief hails Senator Sparkman and Alabama representatives for their work on TVA and other issues. He notes John Sparkman’s pivotal behind the scenes aid, lauding Dale County hog sales and cooperative farming as examples of Alabama progress and development. He urges state papers to unite in promoting Alabama's growth.
Washington analyst argues a patchwork peace via gangster diplomacy is likelier than war. He predicts England and France would gain by conflict, while Germany seeks markets and raw materials through restored trade. He notes Britain France and the US have armed post Munich and see a danger in Danzig and Poland.
An analysis argues Hitler may not intend a full war of conquest, noting the German general staff lacks a ready plan and asserting Hitler thrives on bluffing. The commentator doubts Hitler would survive a war started by him, warning of internal dissent if the gamble fails.
Commentary argues Hitler cannot accept terms while threatening war and must wait to shape terms to a tolerable peace. The view suggests he will attempt to bargain once he can adjust conditions to his advantage.
Eugene Oregon August 9 1944 Victor Johnson paid a fine for parking his auto in a space reserved for horse drawn vehicles as the city debates horse era rules.
Walter Winchell reports on a whirlwind of celebrity moves and political talk. Names include Mexico’s Cardenas, Mrs. Lindbergh, Arline Judge, Henry Ford II, and Jackie Gately with hints on marriages careers and political bets in New York and beyond.
The note suggests Jackie Coogan could team with Mary Beth Hughes after Betty Grable’s cancellation. It references MGM connections and mentions Crown Prince Michael of Romania nearing 19 as a European link.
A collage of brief notes reports and gossip from a past issue including travel returns from W H Duncan and Grace Littrell visits from Lynchburg Tenn Florence social visits by Ellis Lanier and a Riverside high coach resuming duties. An injured traffic officer Bill Moore is back on streets. Cooper Wells to knit silk hose. Mrs J B Schimmel hosts a Friday bridge. A joke about Lepke and a possible deal with the District Attorney.
Dr. Clendening argues vitamins are essential but not a cause for alarm and cautions against overreliance on synthetic vitamins. He promotes natural sources like pepper as a vitamin C source for adults and notes garlic has limited proven medical value.
Patrolman Jimmy Williams brought a stray St Bernard to the city pound in Helena. Poundmaster Lyle Hansen, after buying four pounds of steak per meal for the dog, left a note for Williams implying violence for future large dogs.
Readers may obtain seven Dr Clendening pamphlets by sending ten cents for a desired title along with a self addressed stamped envelope bearing a three cent stamp to Dr Logan Clendening care of this paper. Titles include Three Weeks Reducing Diet Indigestion and Constipation Reducing and Gaining Infant Feeding Instructions for the Treatment of Diabetes Feminine Hygiene and The Care of the Hair and Skin.
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