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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1927
Page
4
A Nashville Tennessean headline argues that conditions in colleges are not as bad as portrayed, noting expectations are worse than reality and urging a measured view of campus life.
Chicago residents express jealousy toward Pittsburgh after two convicts, aided by a county prison gun, carried out a shooting. Authorities investigate the break with prison firearm access.
Fragmentary report notes a Ponvier song praised as a potential national anthem and expresses belief it would bring unity and widespread appeal across the country.
Reports indicate tensions within the William West Virginia police force were resolved quietly. The large number of inquiries about renting property in Decatur suggests strong outside interest in the city.
A large portion of Morgan County women voters have wired Judge A G Patterson asking him to call the revenue board into a special session. The message reflects broad support for the request across the county.
Decatur welcomes Columbia citizens to explore rapid industrial expansion in the Valley. Residents will learn about agricultural development from Tennessee neighbors and exchange ideas on regional growth.
The Decatur city council passed an ordinance to improve Second Avenue the main North Alabama thoroughfare. A hearing will be held September 15 for protests and the Daily hopes they do not materialize as merchants face trade handicap from the poor street condition.
Massachusetts supreme court denies the plea of Sacco and Vanzetti counsel. The case may go to the U S Supreme Court as a final authority, but precedent suggests low odds for relief. Delays of justice and costly appeals are noted as the long road to resolution for the radicals.
Report describes the disappearance of five aviators who were last seen near the Arab deserts. Authorities search the wide reaches for traces of the missing fliers and possible clues to their fate.
A contest offering 28 000 dollars to be the first to fly from America to Hawaii drew many entrants. two planes faced ill fortune and the search for the missing aviators continued as rewards rose beyond the winners’ prize.
The Daily questions Senator Heflin’s delay on Muscle Shoals details while praising his intellect. It urges clear policy from Congress in December and notes his dual role as citizen and U S senator and the risk his rhetoric poses to public perception.
A long reflective prose piece by J. E. Blair arguing that self adulation and self pity are harmful traits. It condemns self centered bragging as untrue to God and notes the social harm to others, while urging cheerful effort and a positive life philosophy.
Remarks from Calhoun county press condemn unlawful flogging after an acquittal in an aggravated nuisance case. Editorials urge courts to function properly to deter mob justice and protect communities. Nearby notes advocate using moving pictures to educate about Southern industry and labor life.
A Florida group of deacons examined books in libraries and on bookstands and concluded many are indecent and immoral. They warn that publicity would boost an objectionable title and urge a safe consistent approach rather than shouting down authors.
A fragment suggests a call for visual coverage to boost the public perception of Southern industry. The text argues that more photographs could illuminate industrial sites, workers, and processes for a broader audience.
A 1927 medical column discusses post operative care after general anesthesia. It stresses empty stomachs, rest, warmth, gradual activity, and careful monitoring by the surgeon. It warns against early movement, notes risks of adhesions in abdominal operations, and urges practical healing rules.
The Seamus Daily offers Mr B s daily editorials though not agreeing with his opinions. Lindbergh, visiting ninety cities in forty eight states, has worked to promote flying and airport building as a benefit to aviation and to each city s prosperity.
The Augusta Chronicle notes new airfields on hilltops in several cities led by Augusta’s plan. E Francis Jenkins claims a runway 100 feet long can launch planes. Col E H R Green plans two grass runways at Round Hills to handle larger aircraft. Scientists seek funds for a LaPlace monument, praising his celestial mechanics contributions, while lamenting sculpture challenges.
A fragment reflects on American civilization and familiarity with John L. Sullivan, noting 1 000 and LaPlace with a sense of genteel public discourse and mild government.
Readers debate radio prize fights and their reach into homes. E G Senter mocks Texas lawyers, editors versus lawyers, and editors threaten reform. A speculative note wonders about de-ice materials for metal airplanes and the limits of nature versus human ingenuity.
Boston sees rising air mail traffic with May 1590 pounds, June 2603, and July 2222. Colonial Air Transport earned 4770.19 in May, 7809.27 in June, and 6687.50 in July. Lt Albert Hegenberger, hero of the San Francisco Honolulu flight, is named honorary Rotary member. Harvard football coach Arnold Horween unveils a large coaching staff across varsity and lower ranks. Boston also reports a tax rate cut to 30.30 per 1000, first drop since 1890.
Lincoln Park Commissioners announce filling a lakefront portion of Lake Michigan to create a 400 acre playground featuring an athletic field golf course archery range and bathing pavilion. Immediate 2 million dollar expenditure approved and plans for a new outer drive extend from south Chicago to northern areas. An airplane landing field is planned on an island to be formed in the lake near the Winds Central tracks.
Morgan county products are saleable at Decatur, and the more farmers grow for sale the faster Decatur will develop as a marketing center.
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