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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Aug 30, 1939

Page

9

Chicks Lead Shrinks After Big Loss to Atlanta Crackers

In a Southern Association showdown the Memphis Chicks were crushed 13 to 3 by the Atlanta Crackers. The defeat cuts the Chicks’ lead to one game as Nashville and Knoxville chase. Nashville beat New Orleans 7 to 8, Chattanooga topped Little Rock 6 to 8, Birmingham shut out Knoxville 0 to 7 and 0 to 1.

Associated Press Knoxville Memphis Chicks Southern Association Chicks Atlanta Nashville Larry Gilbert New Orleans Pelicans Birmingham Barons Knoxville Smokies Smokies

Governor appoints judge and solicitor for Covington county

Governor Dixon names George Whaley of Andalusia as judge and Robert Albritton of Andalusia as solicitor for Covington county inferior court. The new court was formed under a recently approved act sponsored by Rep. L. E. Brown.

Montgomery Ala Dixon George Whaley Robert Albritton Andalusia Covington County Inferior Court L. E. Brown

Classified Ads Boost Visibility with Easy Value Finds

In everyday classifieds readers discover items and services with clear pricing and quick search tips. The ad section highlights new listings, bargain offers, and practical options for local shoppers seeking affordable choices.

Erosion of Soil Can End With Terracing

Experiments at Auburn show ten percent slope fields with contour rows lose about fifteen tons of topsoil annually to sheet erosion. Erosion hurts Morgan County soils more than crops. control begins with complete terrace systems on slopes over one percent. Land steeper than twelve percent should not be cultivated. close growing crops help reduce losses.

Auburn Morgan County

Devils to Meet Orioles in Goodyear Park Tilt

Decatur Blue Devils face Birmingham’s strong Orioles at Goodyear Park Thursday at 4 15 PM under Father Raffety in a Birmingham City league clash. Likely mound duel features Joan Mananan for the Devils with Red Caudill behind the plate. Orioles boast a long win streak and strong management. Sunday’s finale pits Jasper against the Imps at 2 30 PM.

Decatur Blue Devils Goodyear Park Imps Orioles Father Raffety Birmingham Devils Knoblock Joan Mananan Red Caudill Satans Jasper Sunde

Rivalry Tees Up Alabama-Florida League Showdown

Dothan Browns toppled Andalusia 5 to 2 to take a 2 1 lead in the five game series. Tallassee Indians lost to Panama City 9 to 2 and also stand 2 1 in the series. The two rivals meet again today in Tallassee.

Dothan Ala Tallassee Dothan Browns Andalusia Indians Panama City

Terracing for Better Farming Techniques and Maintenance

The article explains terrace planning and construction for sloped land, advising against long water runs, starting at the highest point, and spacing terraces by slope. It describes the Nichols type terrace, ditch formation, and equipment like turn plows and tractors, plus the need for ongoing maintenance to keep ditches clear.

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