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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Aug 20, 1934

Page

5

Political Friction in Washington and Mississippi Rivalry

A heated scene depicts criticism of federal spending and pressure on Washington from Mississippi figures. References Bilbo and the AAA as the scene shifts to a gubernatorial or editorial confrontation with candidates Ross Collins and Frank H. Harper in a contentious nomination race.

TRE Bilbo Ross Collinns John Sharp Williams Congress Mississippi Frank H. Harper

Beauties Then and Now Nail Polish Remover At Home

An old column compares beauty practices from medieval times to modern cosmetics. It notes professionals craft better formulas, but offers a simple do it yourself nail polish remover using ester of castor oil and a small amount of ester to blend and protect nails and cuticles.

Harper and Stephens Rival for Senate in Mississippi

The piece analyzes Senator Hubert D. Stephens and actor Collins as the main contenders in Mississippi, noting Stephens long service and a voting record aligned with power interests. It mentions Marvin McIntyre sending a supportive telegram and hints at Huey Long comparisons, with Bilbo possibly gaining votes as the contest unfolds. It also notes Misses Jeanette and Dorothy Maynor traveling to Cullman before returning home.

Marvin McIntyre White House Stephens Mississippi Roosevelt Far West Collins Huey Long Senate Por Collins Bilbo United Feature Syndicate, Inc Jeanette Dorothy Maynor Cullman Birmingham

Fills Pulpit In Huntsville Church Visit

George W. Emptage, minister of the Grant Street Church of Christ, filled the pulpit at the Cen Rae of Christ in Huntsville.

George W. Emptage Grant Street Church of Christ Cen- Rae of Christ Hunteville

Beauty Q and A hints from Miss Grady column

Hair advice covers hot oil treatments for thickening and reconditioning and salt water for falling hair from a Beauty Culture booklet. Henna options and cautions, vinegar rinse for highlights, powder base for oily skin, and makeup prep tips are included. Readers are invited to request pamphlets and pay small fees with stamped envelopes.

Dolly

Chaplin Fends Off Catalina Yacht Pursuit by Curious Fans

Hollywood gossip notes Charlie Chaplin, while fishing off Catalina, is mobbed by a flotilla of YMCA campers near White's Landing as he and a sailor attempt to flee to Chaplin’s yacht. Mae Clarke recovers after a hospital stay and a rest home period. Debra Lewin arranges a November wedding between Bannett and Dr Marcus Radwin with a 14 October date and a short honeymoon. Dick Powell learns his godson is Richard Powell Bailey ahead of a Pittsburgh christening.

Harrison Carroll King Features Syndicate, Inc Hollywood Charlie Chaplin Garbo Catalina Charlie Paulette Goddard White's Landing Avalon Selznick Paca Dick Powell Warner Star Earls Bailey Richard Powell Bailey Pittsburgh

Hollywood Gossip and Stage Life Notes from the Famed Actresses

In 1928 Dick introduced the Baileys to each other and he became a theater emcee while the future Mrs Bailey was a chorus girl. Judith Allen laughs at the scrapbook of clippings about him and a caller at dinner once shot at the actress with a bill from her ex husband. Gregory La Cava replies when asked about Katharine Hepburn. Ann Dvorak faces another disappointment. George Raft joins the next picture amid Hollywood Plaza fashion panic caused by Eddie Cantor in shorts. Jean Gale and Tommy McLeod are linked in romance rumors. Miriam Hopkins sails for New York with her adopted son and will open Elizabeth Marbury house as their permanent home. The Hayworth club is the latest fashionable spot with music and roadhouse chatter.

Bailey Judith Allen Judith Gus 8Onnenberg Miss Allen Ann Dvorak Philadelphia Maxie Rosenbloon George Raft Hollywood Plaza Eddie Canter Jean Gale Wampas Babys Tommy McLeod

Loans on cotton now available for farmers

Organ farmers may obtain production loans via a cooperative credit system. Borrowers must own 5 percent stock, provide warehouse receipts and a blanket fire policy. Value is based on New York spot prices with carrying charges and a four month maturity unless sooner. Interest is charged at a set rate while funds are used.

Kennamer Ted Ous New York Exchange

Did You Know- Wartime Truce Aid by Fom Lodge Crove

Unclear OCR fragment hints at wartime truce efforts linked to Anne Morgen and American committees, mentioning Lodge and Crove in a political or social context. Details and spelling are uncertain.

Fom Lodge Crove Anne Morgen America

Tennessee River Gauge Data Update

A fragmented reading notes gauge data on the Tennessee River at a specific station. The report references river level measurements and potential water flow conditions, with details missing in the damaged text.

Andrews Head to Biloxi for Several Days

Mr and Mrs Milton Andrews will spend this week in Biloxi Mississippi for several days away from home The trip is described as a brief vacation with leisure time in Biloxi.

Mrs Milton Andrews Biloxi

Born to Be Bad at the Princess in lively romance comedy

Loretta Young stars with Cary Grant in Born to Be Bad at the Princess Theatre today and Tuesday. A sharp mother son comedy with droll moments and pathos, featuring Jackie Kelk as the boy and a supporting cast including Harry Green Henry Travers and Paul Harvey.

Joseph M. Schenck Darryl F. Zanuck 20Th Century Pictures Loretta Young Cary Grant Princess Theatre Miss Young Jackie Kelk Wallace Beery George Raft the Bowery Bis Lowell Sperman Ralph Qoraves Harry Green Henry Travers Paul Harvey Russell Hopton Andrew Tombes United Artists Jackie Kélk Princess Théatre

Drive on Radical Funds Enlarged

Sacramento California August 20 a state wide in junctive action was announced by Neil McAllister district attorney to curb sympathizers of radicalism. He planned to file a petition in court within ten days seeking to enjoin the right to contribute to or advocate any form of radical activity as part of an expanded investigation following links to four film stars.

Sacramento Calif Neil McAllister McAllister

Cotton fund payments top state rankings in South

Brackeen notes IN COTTON FUND paid 3 412918 for reducing acreage this year and only Texas and Mississippi ahead of Alabama. Government total to cotton planters in the South reaches 34 001 298 this season with an expected 130 000 000 by year end. Much land retired from cotton now grows food and feed crops while others go to soil improvement projects. Farmers still hold cotton options and may benefit from rising market.

Brackeen Texas Mississippi South Alabama

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Washington AAA E. Forbes & Sons Piano Co Second Avenue Gladys Glad America Robinhood Sherwood Forest Benita Hume Harper Hubert D. Stephens House TVA Republic PWA RFC Asher Sizemore WSM WHAS KMOX WTAX Riverside High School Decatur Little Jimmie Joan B. L Glad Cos Ae Mn NO Mae Clarke Helen Ferguson Mae Gregory la Cava Katharine Hepburn Teenessee River the Princess DECATUR _ BOX & Basket co U. S Martin College Sauneerd v Panderd Junior College Solomon
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