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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1946

Page

4

Alabama News Magazine editorial urges liquor control shift

The Ala bama News Magazine editorial argues to end liquor in politics and support the state store system. It criticizes the ABC system and endorses a unique Alabama solution, noting reform as essential for public trust and future governance.

Alabama Alabama News Magazine ABC

Virginia's Song Sparks Debate Over State Anthem Edits

The Norfolk Virginian Pilot critiques Virginia lawmakers for editing Carry Me Back To Old Virginia for grammar and purity concerns. The piece recalls earlier debates on the anthem and mentions a separate Selma Times-Journal snake eradication crusade in a light, opinionated style.

Virginia Norfolk Virginian Pilot Old Grammer Bland June Selma Times-Journal St. Patrick Handys Times-Journal

As Pegler Sees It on Gaer and P A C Propaganda

Westbrook Pegler questions Joseph Gaer alias Eli Fishman and his P A C pamphlets for the C I O. He cites Dies Committee reports linking union label 412 to the Prompt Press, describes Gaer's pamphlet advocating extended unemployment benefits and criticizes communist influence in U S labor groups and publishing.

New York Joseph Gaer Old Country Eli Fishman P. A.C Dies Committee Congress New Union Press Union Label 412 Prompt Press Daily Worker Communist Party United States New York Post New York Telephone Directory East Thirteenth Street Pess American Communications Association Paris Newspapers Guild of New York United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America Gaer Russia Ivan American Veterans’ Committee AVC Inc Bessarabia Drug News Union Treasuries George Spelvins Vito Marcantonio Marcantonio Wall Street Federal Writers’ Project Roosevelt Farm Security Administration C. B. Baldwin Sidney Hillman Treasury Henry Morgenthau Bretton Oods Estie B.A. C

News Behind the News on Russia and Tito in World Power Struggle

A prominent business director warns Russia will win the United States only after generations. The piece contrasts Russian diplomacy with Hitlerism, cites Tito’s statements, and urges firm, truthful tactics over Moscow’s propaganda. It critiques Western leaders and promotes Browderism as a counter to Soviet aims.

Washington Russia United States Hitler Poland Finland Yugoslavia Sweden China Palestine Germany Tito Molotov Paris Britain India Moscow America

Plans for potato curing plant at Albany chamber event

Years ago today reports show Albany chamber directors to host J O Wells head of new hosiery mill at a luncheon. Community notes mention local meetings, travel plans, and school opening dates as residents move about Albany and surrounding areas.

Albany Chamber of Commerce J. O. Wells Rock Club Aileen Moseley Walnut Street J. H. Branum J. E. Gailey Pacific Coast Cliff Saunders Cliff Jr Carolinas Louise Collier Washington Carolee Speake South Alabama Sarah Blackwell Lizzie Bouldin Scottsboro J. M. Patterson Pulaski W. R. Nelson Alvie Landers The Daily Force Toomorrow Billy Giles John. L. Proctor Tennessee Charlie Alexander Biloxi C. B. Elliott Dick Harris Town Creek Moulton Heights Monnday

Local Negro Man Dies From Bicycle Collision Injuries

Noah Armstrong of Dolomite died at Jefferson hospital after head injuries from being struck by a bicycle Sunday. He was a resident of the nearby area and died yesterday.

Birmingham Noah Armstrong Dolomite Jefferson Hospital

Bedelia and the Gold Tooth Stop the Laughter

Walter Winchell recalls early New York nightlife and impresarios who turned Bedelia into a sudden sensation with a gold tooth act at a late night venue. The stunt drew high society crowds before fading as Bedelia demanded a full orchestra and fame proved fleeting.

Jack Mark Hellinger Winter Garden New York Chicago E. Madison St The Alcatraz Rae Samuels Rae Bedelia Ashton Stevens Percy Hammond Ashton Percy Stillson

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