This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 22 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1938
Page
4
The article urges public support for tuberculosis relief by purchasing Christmas seals. It notes about eighty percent of funds fund the Morgan County Tubercular Sanatorium and calls on residents to mail in contributions, highlighting tuberculosis as a leading killer of people aged fifteen to forty five and promising yearly progress.
A collage of quotes touches on disarmament talk with Hoover and Baldwin, Leni Riefenstahl denied as Hitler’s girlfriend, Ickes possibly seeking Chicago mayor, Munich pact reactions, and Hollywood’s reception of German figures amid tensions. The piece blends satire with historical rumor.
The National Safety Council reports 1938 may set a new safety record as October marks the 12th straight month of fewer traffic deaths. If the trend continues, the total toll could be about 8,500 below last year, the first drop since 1932.
In Birmingham district calls for a new 4 million dollar school appropriation as Alabama lawmakers prepare for the upcoming session. The piece recalls past sales tax funding for schools, questions budgeting and operating plans, and argues for steady funding to avoid shortened terms and underpaid teachers.
The Birmingham conference draws criticism from Senator Bankhead who calls its membership lacking wit and wisdom. The Daily sides with the sentiment and questions how a woman United States commissioner in Birmingham could defend the conference after exposed lack of judgment.
A fragmented note discusses repeatedly buying tuber cullosis seals as the season for seal purchases returns. It references ongoing reminders to acquire these seals though details are sparse.
From the Daily 12 Years Ago column December 1 1926 Emery Teague shows marked recovery from bron chial pneumonia. Mrs Reed Rogers and children return from Pulaski Tennessee visit to Mr Rogers' parents. Ellen Groenendyke hosts a vanishing party and the Central Baptist Woman's Missionary Society holds a social at Mrs J F Smither's Jackson street home.
A forthcoming neutrality program draft envisions indirect price controls via five committees on utilities housing finance commodities with an overall coordinating panel. It would use voluntary action first and only later possible proclamations of fair maximum prices if needed.
Elmer Kotulik, 20, performed a juggling act in a sedan when a collision sent him over the front seat. He clung to a bowl of goldfish on his lap as the car wreck occurred, preserving the water and fish despite the impact.
A vintage humor montage traces everyday absurdities from grocery bills and hair restorers to hotel talk and fashion foibles. Quick quips on economy, gadgets, romance, and social trends reflect a mid century lighthearted take on modern living.
In this column Dr. Clendening explains that nerve cells can rarely regenerate once destroyed, unlike skin cells. Loss of highly specialized neurons leads to permanent paralysis, numbness, or mental disturbance, with drugs and infections cited as causes and treatments noted for central nervous system tumors.
Lawrence County notes report Theo Pitt moved from Baugh's Infirmary to his home in Conway, friends say he is greatly improved. Matt Shetton and Ben Compton families travel to Tampa for winter. Alvie Bryant family hosted Mrs. A. J. Shelton. Raydon Shelton visited grandparents, W. T. and Mrs. NeSmith. Esley Shelton works on a new home. Conway school enrollment 68. Mrs. W. T. NeSmith and Vera Mae hosted Mattie Bert Shelton. Howard Shelton and wife welcomed son Willard Joe born Nov 20. both well. Joe Shelton ill but improving. Joe Shelton's mother Mrs Allie Shelton died Sunday night. Surviving children include Homer, Joe, Howard. Gracie Thrasher, Hattie McComac, Edna Morris and others. Funeral at 3 p.m. Monday.
Mr and Mrs Minor Bayne spent last Tuesday with Mrs Fannie Sims and Mrs Bertha Fuller. Mrs Roy A Warren and children shopped in Decatur Saturday. Mr and Mrs Well Bayne and baby visited their parents Mr and Mrs William Price last Monday. Mr Price is improved after a long illness. Mr and Mrs Curtis Fuller and children Doyle and Evelyn and Mr and Mrs Clarence Sims and son Norman Dal were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs Clifford Sims. Mrs Elbert Hayes gave a quilting last Tuesday afternoon with several neighbors present. Mr and Mrs Elbert Hayes visited their parents, Mr and Mrs Alred Sunday. Miss Virginia Gay is spending this week with her sister, Mrs Clifford Sims. Mr and Mrs E J Sheats of Decatur visited Mrs Fannie Sims and Mrs Bertha Fuller Sunday afternoon. Miss Sue Sandy spent the Thanksgiving holiday with the parents of Whiteside.
A funeral for Mrs Allie Shelton was held with burial at Sivley cemetery. The service was directed by Highsmith of Moulton. Relatives from Cullman including Mr and Mrs Lee Willingham and son Albert attended from Monday to pay respects.
Walter Winchell reports on American ideals and the liberty of individuals. A midtown doctor’s letter recounts a New York automat gesture where a manager replaces a fallen ham and eggs, illustrating humane service in public life.
An amid the Broadcast item notes Father Coughlin was not heard on the New York outlet due to a Newark station relay. It recounts listener complaints, NBC board responses, and misperceptions of where the program aired. The piece also critiques European politics and references a Scribner's magazine literary piece titled Heil by Kimball Flaccus.
The passage recalls thirteen year old girls from Jonesville Louisiana and their encounters with reporters as Joseph Dunninger, famed for exposing fakery, is mentioned in connection with spooky stories. The lines imply fear and bravado surrounding an era of sensational reporting.
A jumble of quotes urges that true abundance comes from action not vote, and from unavoidable laws. The text pivots between idealistic calls to work and play, humility in defeat, and a satirical scene with a dentist and Pullman porter exchanging lines about order and numbers.
Hollywood agent Arthur Lyons boasted to Hedy LaMarr of a new role for a “sophisticated lady” then blurts the punch line calling a sophisticated lady a bum. Billy Wilkerson relayed the overheard exchange amid gossip chatter in town.
A columnist argues that automobile safety would improve with brighter road lighting and fewer reckless drivers. The piece warns about hazards from dim lights and careless behavior behind the wheel.
Wolcott Gibbs writes in Talk of the Town about Charles A. Lindbergh's farewell to democracy and his wish to live in Berlin. The mock farewell notes his ambivalence toward privacy and asks whether an artificial heart would thrive in German surroundings.
Cullman County news notes Rev W L Foust will preach Sunday at 11 oclock with inviting message. Local social visits include Buck Hudsons in Cullman and Buckelews and Maddox families visiting in Corinth and Battleground. Hospital trip for Hollice Buckelew to Decatur and social passing mentions of Ebenezer West Point and Pleasant View residents.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.