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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1940
Page
4
A garbled notice discusses republication rights for patches and credits. It mentions exclusive claims and reserved rights, referencing a unit called Al All Tights and various credits. The readable text is fragmented and largely unclear.
The passage remarks on England’s taunts, flood control by TVA, and a defense statement by William 8. Knudsen noting 2,000,000 men could be in the field by October 1. It questions whether Hitler will grant that time.
Alabama forecasts indicate the cotton crop this Pall will bring about six dollars per bale more than last year. Farmers anticipate better prices and steady demand, signaling improved prospects for the state's agricultural sector.
In the wake of daylight saving time returning wartime schedule, Republican leaders reportedly hedge on Willkie possible nomination and Hoover’s lingering influence. A Decatur port report notes 85 pig iron loaded for St Louis by the Midwestern Barge Line signaling regional development and cooperation.
The piece quotes Secretary Knox urging faster rearmament as Britain faces possible fall within 60 days. It contrasts Britain’s peril with American complacency, urging immediate bills for National Guard callup and conscription, and stressing tax and production measures to speed defense.
An Associated Press report from Birmingham notes Italian-Americans in Jefferson County contributed over 1100 to the Red Cross through A. M. Romeo known as Tony. TheDaily praises Tony and the local Italian community as patriotic citizens unlikely to engage in any fifth column activities.
Washington reports a new defense financing proposal by Leon Henderson that would allow government ownership of expanded defense plants after five years. The plan faces Treasury and defense commission debates on how far title rights should extend and how to fund large army costs, with estimates suggesting 1.2 million troops could cost over 1.5 billion annually.
Farmer Howard Burkhamt selected a Bailey wrapped candy in Manhattan Illinois on August 15. He bit into it and an explosion occurred. Investigators believe a July 4 torpedo from a youngster’s stash caused the incident.
A storefront promo and dialogue celebrate local business loyalty. Arguments hinge on community support, shared taxes, and mutual aid, urging customers to shop nearby for stability and friend ties.
A collage of light humor and moral quips about learning, missteps, and daily life. Banter touches on summer essays, trunk labels, learning beyond trade, and family scenes with a cellar light meter joke.
Omaha note reports Frank North advances a home grown cure by smoking his backyard tobacco to deter mouthers stating home cured tobacco makes a mild smoker back off.
Lawrence County residents shared a social weekend visiting relatives in Oakville Enon Union Grove and Five Points. Rev Ab Roberts of Moulton to lead revival at Enon starting the third Sunday everyone invited. Farmers welcomed rain Monday night improving crop prospects.
Dr Clendening outlines four main causes of heart disease with rheumatic fever and arterial degeneration forming 90 percent of cases. The piece notes age patterns, symptoms in children, possible heart damage, and the importance of rest, diet, and reduced strain, plus guidance on treatment and lifestyle for rheumatic heart patients.
A special called meeting of the quarterly conference of the Danville Methodist circuit will occur Friday at 3 PM at Lebanon Methodist church. The circuit includes Danville Lebanon Neel's Chapel Johnson's Chapel and Upton's Chapel. Rev R N Moore serves as pastor. The district superintendent will preside and important business is expected.
Montgomery witnesses before a congressional committee say migratory labor, about 4000 workers on the move, requires federal action. Economists agronomists and migrants urge parity farm prices and a live-at-home agricultural program to curb migration.
In Spokane on August 15 sheriff Ralph Buckley presided over a curious scene as four young boys endured a stern lecture. Buckley eyed the melon exhibit and declared with a sharp rebuke that the melons, all green, should have been recognized as such before trouble began.
Sunday visitors included Mr and Mrs Franklin McCaghren of Union Grove. Willie Owens from the CCC Camp at Hartselle spent the weekend with his parents. Martha Faye Johnson shows improvement after a serious illness. Wesley Curtis and Iane McCaghren were late guests of John A Crow and wife Thursday night.
Dr Clendening offers seven pamphlets at ten cents each. To obtain a pamphlet send ten cents and a self addressed stamped envelope with a three cent stamp to Dr Logan Clendening. Titles include Three Weeks King Indigestion and Constipation Reducing and Gaining Infant Feeding Instructions for the Treatment of Diabetes Feminine Hygiene and The Care of the Hair and Skin.
Miss Edith Bryan of Morrison spends week with brother J L Bryan family. N H Self seriously ill with Arthur Covey and Austin Dunlap families at bedside. Rava Nell Jones and Christine Jones visit Edith Bryan and Irene Pate visits. Peggy Sue Bryan seriously ill. Several neighbors visit and call on each other including Oden, Jones, Ozbolt, and Oabolt families.
A stream of statements from Decatur and broader area residents endorses Gly-Cas for relief from poor digestion gas pains and constipation. Roy H. Hicksen of Huntsville testifies the herbal capsule relieved years of chronic constipation without gripping or nausea restoring energy and weight. He credits Gly-Cas with regular bowel action and improved nourishment without distress after meals.
An advertisement notes Loyd's Drug Store in this city and highlights leading druggists in nearby towns, promoting local pharmaceutical services.
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