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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1944
Page
4
A mixed devotional and public notice voice, referencing the Lord's Prayer from Matthew and urging support for the Sixth War Loan. The item notes rising arrests for driving while intoxicated in October 1944 versus 1943, and asks why traffic safety laws lag as alcohol sources persist.
Churchill argues Germany may be defeated in Europe by mid 1945. He notes Allied impatience and the need for a strong home front to strike a decisive blow, warning that once the fuse is lit the Nazis could be swept away.
Staff Sergeant Ray Ed V reports Decatur received mostly favorable publicity this year. Notable items include Rip Sewell and Don Tinmire bringing spotlight to Decatur and a Quadruplets birth and death drawing national attention. A Polish government in exile ship delivery via Ingalls Corp and its voyage further boosted Decatur’s image.
The article compares Chiang Kai-Shek's denial of a separation rumor to the use of the phrase unmitigated falsehood in political campaigns. It notes Hoover calling Harold Ickes a liar as a modern substitute and reflects on the novelty of such blunt rhetoric in public life. The piece warns about the emptiness of bombastic labels in politics.
The Alabama Journal notes the state Insurance Fund reports significant earnings despite Director Hayse Tucker saying it is not operated for profit. Since 1923 the fund earned 771860.75 and saved taxpayers 2936625.40. Investments total 658000 par value, market value 776922.50. The fund runs on its own resources without state expense.
The article discusses a federal proposal for building 3050 new airports and upgrading 1625 existing fields at a cost of about 1.25 billion dollars. It breaks down Alabama’s share at 12.185 million for 35 new airports and 6.205 million for improvements, and notes Decatur’s potential role if funds are allocated. It highlights Southern Airways training shutdown on December 28 and the importance of council owning airport property locally for future readiness.
A dramatic excerpt contrasts a bold voice proclaiming power with a cautionary tale about carelessness. It warns that carelessness causes sickness and death, affecting workers, families, and society, then shifts to a lighthearted flirtatious exchange between a Decatur young man and his girlfriend about acting like a baby.
A fragment from a historic page mixes quips about coffee for medicine, a doctor at an asylum, housing woes for war workers in Washington, a rhyming ad for a room, and light flirtations. It also notes juvenile delinquency talk in Germany and a tense street encounter ending with a Jewess asserting her identity.
A witty dialogue ponders which traveler travels more Franklin D. or Eleanor. Flossie and Suzie discuss rumored affairs of Ethel. The talk hints at social double standards as life balances misdeeds with consequences. A courtroom interruption ends with a sharp jab at a rival lawyer.
Mrs Howard Anders of Lebanon visited her parents with Mrs Shelly Eddy and family during the weekend. Miss Panzie Legg of the Coast Guard enjoys furlough with her parents. Edna Steele married Samuel Bibbs of the Army last Monday. Families and friends from Evergreen Cullman Decatur and Florence visitations noted. Mrs Bessie Poole a patient at Decatur General hospital. Miss Lurline Poole of Florence also mentioned.
Westbrook Pegler argues that postwar commissions in the Army and Navy were awarded for status or connections rather than merit. He cites unqualified appointees, press-relations “experts,” and veterans passed over for skilled civilians while capable regulars are returned as sergeants. The piece calls for scrutiny of rank politics and notes a looming political impact on the Army as veterans reassess careers.
Dr Clendening explains cataract causes and the eye as a camera. Early symptoms include central blurring and peripheral haze while advanced cases dull vision. second sight may mislead patients into delaying care. Ophthalmology offers improving outcomes with treatment based on thousands of cases.
Walter Winchell notes explain why night clubs dominate cigarette sales due to pricing and allowances under OPA ceilings. Concessionaires earn extra margins, enabling higher pack prices than retail shops, fueling a lucrative nightlife cigarette trade.
A sleeper note says many small town businesses stock fine perfumes brandies and other scarce French products not found in big cities. These items sit on shelves unused while larger markets exhaust supplies.
Column notes New York rumor that one of the President’s sons was overdue as Col Elliott Roosevelt prepared to depart. He delayed leave to bring five officers and seven enlisted men home together, then returned with his crew. The piece defends his actions amid criticism after helping stop a street brawl.
A pair of marked dice with faces 1 5 6 and 3 4 5 allegedly produces passes all night, avoiding losses or craps. Insiders note a recent New Yorker complaint about a dice swindle will not be pressed.
The Carnegie Endowment limited edition releases Raphael Lemkin’s Axis Rule in Occupied Europe. The book is described as the final word on Nazi crimes in the Old Country, with the Writers' War Board involvement hinted.
Arnold Reuben led a successful war bond drive first day, despite a liquor suspension at his restaurant for an employee betting on horses. He feeds servicemen nightly, hosted 5000 Thanksgiving guests, and runs Father Duffy Canteen aiding 508 000 troops monthly. Lt Spiros Pissanos, honored guest and Greek aristocrat, earned 106 RAF missions and AEF decorations after rising from Plainfield bus boy to war hero.
The text alleges a new German tactic called the V D linking it to mass roundups since October. It claims Nazis conscripted Rhineland professionals Belgian Poles French and young Russian women into forced entertainment for troops. It reports Allied stockades and Eisenhower's non fraternization order to curb such actions.
Macon editor prints a letter from Dr W B Burke noting 50 years in China and blaming pro Japanese fifth columnists for whispering camp rumors about the Generalissimo. It also recalls Washington gossip and a Masquerade joke about Clare Luce and a wasp costume.
A novel use for milk whey is reported as researchers develop fabric fibers from whey components. The approach aims to create sustainable textile options by converting dairy byproducts into wearable material.
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