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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1933
Page
2
A review notes the film Gabriel Over the White House mirrors government crackdown on crime. It says federal agents under the Justice Department now have orders aimed at solving kidnapping cases, signaling a tougher national campaign.
The Anniston Star criticizes limited study of Brookings Institute reforms cited by Representative Earl McGowan in his Alabama speech. The paper notes good aims in his proposals, but points out they echo earlier Brookings recommendations made over a year ago.
Baynard Malone of Morgan county conducts a vigorous district tour to win support for Congress. He meets thousands, defends Roosevelt era policy, backs jobs programs and valley development while stressing service to the people. The piece notes wide local backing and hopes for Malone to lead in the September 12 vote.
The piece commends Mr. McGowan for studying the Brookings report and calling attention to a major study of Alabama government state activity and municipal affairs. It lauds his intellectual bent and hopes he continues to educate the public.
Arthur Brisbane reports on Paris and global markets as gold miners face pressure amid busy economic activity. The column weighs political and financial implications and hints at shifting investor sentiment in 1933.
News reports Italy is secretly developing a high speed aircraft to surpass the existing 446 mph record held by an Italian. The craft may be long range, with potential for faster flights if completed.
Clyde Beatty and Edward Anthony recount escapes by lions and tigers, from winter quarters to a Shrine Temple in Detroit. The narrator describes how cages, canvas walls, and trained handlers funnel the animals back, with Gracie the tigress staging a dramatic chase through a partly finished Shrine pool. The incident ends with a tense pursuit to recapture Gracie amid scaffolding and nails.
The piece says speed could deliver an air armada in six hours, noting Germany can operate dirigibles and keep capable commanders in post. It mentions a German dirigible visit to Chicago and a jab at Postmaster General Farley offering a chance to send opinions of Hitler.
The zeppelin regularly voyages from Berlin to South America. Mr. Parley is young energetic and trusted by the President for good reason. He may win government support to establish a national airline across the ocean.
The piece describes pacifists opposing naval expansion yet supporting Roosevelt’s use of public works funds to build the Navy. It notes their influence on Congress, their lobbying against Army public works grants, and their push for Geneva disarmament, with calls for evidence on naval labor costs and for pulling back forces from the Pacific and King.
The article notes Rodney Dutcier M rachel Croddy, long time head of the League of Nations social service, visiting the White House after arriving from England and spending time in Canada. It questions Americans’ sudden cheer and prosperity.
Citizens vote 100000 in bonds for LaFayette street high school repairs and a new building with a three mill school tax to support the issue. Automobile sales rise with one dealer moving 48 cars last month signaling activity. Elizabeth Singleton of Birmingham visits Mrs. C O Foote in West Albany as Mr. and Mrs. Joe Brown plan a Georgia Tennessee trip return today.
Mrs Geo Mitchell of Chicago and Miss Lola Dukeminier of Mr Hope are the visitors to Mr and Mrs W D Free.
Mr and Mrs M A Thomason returned to their Tampa Florida home after a brief visit with their parents Mr and Mrs R L W Thomason.
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