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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1935

Page

3

Masie Helps Jo Open A Sandwich Shop In Hollywood

Jo moves into Masie Lesters bungalow and joins Masie’s sandwich shop near Hollywood. Jo befriends Masie and Jim Lester while learning the trade and coping with loneliness after leaving Crest Lake Inn. Masie plans a vacation as Jo thrives in the busy counter work and small town Hollywood atmosphere.

Gowich Shop Lolita Montez Lolita Masie Maisie Masie Lester Hollywood Weston Crest Lake Crest Lake Inn Cocoanut Grove the Grove Jim Lester Jim Lester William Powell Bing Crosby

Goodyear Airwheel tire debuts for heavy service trucks

Goodyear introduces a heavy duty commercial Airwheel tire in 7.00-15 size aimed at delivery fleets. It promises longer wear and better traction with thicker tread, lower air pressure cushioning, and safer turning due to scientifically placed shoulder blocks. Load capacities and air pressures are listed from 960 to 1350 pounds at 15 to 24 psi.

Fleeta Goodyear

New Welding Methods Bring Ford Cars Into Modern Age

Ford engineers showcase automatic welding that reduces weight and cost while ensuring consistent weld quality. The system uses robot like devices to control timing and current, improving body and chassis integrity as welds rise beyond traditional hand labor.

Sinclair Offers a Door to Door Farm Service

Sinclair Ctl Co launches doorstep service for farmers in Limestone, Lawrence and Morgan counties. Local agent Jimmy Munn offers oil and gas at market price with no delivery charge via Sinclair trucks passing daily. Postcard or phone 481 to Decatur Office secures earliest delivery.

Sinclair Ctl Co Jimmy Munn Linestone Lawrence Morgan Counties Sinclair Decatur Sinclair Off Oe

Probe Ordered on Eight Hour Law Violations

President Roosevelt ordered a report on any violations of the eight hour law on federal public works. Government representatives in charge of public works must report to their superiors, who will refer cases to the justice department.

Washington Roosevelt Justice Department

Huge Increase in New Car Sales Reported

De Soto executive L G Peed notes all time highs in new car sales across the middle west and Pacific coast. He cites rising optimism, strong buying mood, and willingness to purchase modern transportation despite taxes and regulation. Buyers are decisive, often experienced, and seek specific features.

L. G. Peed DeSoto Motor Corporation Middle West Pacific Coast de Soto Mr. Peed America Cidec Wfety

New Dodge Truck Line Promises Durable Performance

O. Smith manager of Be eatur Motor Co says the Dodge Motor Co has released a new truck line. He claims the model will meet public demand and outlast previous models, backed by the factory. Local sales units display several models and invite demonstrations of its performance.

O. Smith Be Eatur Motor Co Dodge Motor Co

Local Sales Unit Doubling Effort at Medy Store

The Medy store, closing August 31, doubles down in a national sales contest. All employees from manager to staff compete to earn valuable merchandise prizes by accumulating points before the cut off. The store decor echoes the old west with ranch themed banners and a Parade of the West featuring cow punchers. Prizes awarded soon after the contest ends.

Medy

French aviator claims 1000 km world air record

Raymond Del Motte of France claimed a new world record by flying 1000 kilometers in a 50 kilometer circuit, averaging 450.392 kilometers per hour.

Istrebance Raymond Delmotte

Incomplete OCR notes on a car route and fuel stop

Fragmentary text mentions an operation with a case and ignition, a mileage route including a detour into a national park at high elevation, and a fuel replenishment scene. Details are garbled and names or dates are missing.

Sequoia National Park

Future Ruler Crossword Clue Puzzle

Complex puzzle entry listing across clues about royalty and objects. Includes references to Italian crown prince and palace terms, with many garbled fragments and several numbered hints for the grid.

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