Weather Across Alabama Sees Wide Freezing Temperatures
The stormy week brings freezing conditions from Tennessee Valley to the Gulf with mornings dipping to 23 in Decatur and 29 in Montgomery. The federal state weather service notes good soil for planting though late in the season while rainfall was light in most areas and pastures remain poor though livestock moves briskly to market.
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Greeks Drive 40 Miles Into Albania as Axis Lines Falter
Reports from the front say Greek forces have driven 40 miles into Albania and seized strategic heights near Pogradetz and Tirana. Italian mobilization swells to 1.2 million as Rome vows to break Greece's back, while Nazi raids and Allied air defenses feature in daily terror and rescue operations.
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Markets Rally as Wall Street Dips and Bonds Vary
Stocks showed mixed results with a rally in some shares like Commonwealth & Southern though overall activity remained uneven. Volume reached about 650000. tax-driven cash shifts pressured others while bonds and commodities were mixed amid year end adjustments.
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New York Stock and Market Highlights
New York markets show irregular stock trading with shipbuilding shares rising while bonds edge higher. Foreign exchange remains quiet as the cotton market strengthens near season highs and copper demand boosts metals. Cattle and hog futures reflect scarce prime offerings and softer hog prices.
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Cotton futures rise on smaller crop estimates and trade buying
New Orleans and New York markets show futures closing up or steady as December through July contracts edge higher. Trade notes smaller private crop estimates and cautious demand while spot prices trend higher.
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Cottonseed meal futures close steady in Memphis
Prime cottonseed meal futures 41 per cent closed steady with Memphis closing prices on Dec 28 for Dec 28.15 Jan 27.25 March 26.15 May 25.90 and July 25.75. Sales reached 700 units.
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Chicago grain prices on Dec 4 show varied bids and ranges
Cash wheat and corn quotes list No. 1 red at 94 3 4 to 95, corn No. 3 at 62 1 4 to 67 1 2, No. 2 show 64, oats from 30 1 4 to 40, and soybeans No. 2 yellow around 98 1 2 to 1.00 1 2, with sample grades spanning.
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Wheat futures steady as December contracts firm on year-end demand
Chicago grain trading saw December and May wheat contracts hold gains and firm slightly on year end delivery demand. Corn prices were steady to higher with slight advances amid liquidation and speculative buying.
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Board of Trade
Britain weighs labor compulsion to rebuild after bombing
The Commons signaled possible use of labor powers to tackle reconstruc tion in Britain’s bomb damaged centers like Southampton where workers were billeted outside the city as production sagged. Nazi raids and submarine threats remained central wartime problems while a British air raid against the Rhineland occurred amid Washington talks on new U S aid decisions for Britain.
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Poultry Prices Mixed as Markets Firm in Chicago
Chicago reports mixed poultry prices with a firm tone for certain grades. Lice, hens, ducks, and geese show varied changes by weight, while broilers and capons move modestly. other prices remain unchanged.
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Canty Found Guilty of 1938 Nurse Slaying
Dave Canty was convicted of murder in the 1938 slaying of Eunice Ward, a Montgomery county nurse, and sentenced to life in prison. The second trial followed a Supreme Court reversal of a prior death sentence over a contested confession. Miss Ward and sister Lillian were attacked on a suburban woods road while picking flowers.
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Britain’s threefold plan to beat U boats and save shipping
Britain faces heavy shipping losses as Germany expands submarine production. The plan calls for replacing ships, expanding naval patrols, and stronger convoy protection. London seeks 60 new ships from America and faster destroyer procurements while pressing Italy in a Mediterranean offensive to free naval resources.
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Railroad on Parade collapse claims two lives at World’s Fair
A massive railroad exposition building at the New York Worlds Fair collapsed today injuring six and killing two. The structure, visited by thousands during the fair’s two year run, was nicknamed Rail roads on Parade. Emergency crews worked at the scene as investigators inspected the wreckage for causes and safety failures.
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Jobs For Training Offered Defense Opportunities
This article outlines training and employment opportunities in occupations vital to national defense. It notes cooperation with the U S Office of Government Reports and provides contact details for more information at the Federal Building in Birmingham.
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Army Air Corps Pilot Training Program Offers Free Tuition
The Army Air Corps invites unmarried male citizens aged 20 to 27 with at least two years of college to apply for pilot training. Cadets receive free tuition, pay, meals, and clothing while training across three phases totaling about 215 flight hours and extensive technical instruction. Upon completion, graduates earn wings and pilot qualification with potential active duty and officer commissioning paths.
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Bethlehem Steel Expands Steel Ingots Capacity
Bethlehem Steel announces an $18,000,000 expansion to add 850000 tons per year of steel ingots for military and commercial use. The plan coincides with a separate $80,000,000 plant expansion now nearing completion.
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Demolition Roof Collapse Traps Several Workers
While demolition was underway the roof gave way and trapped a number of workmen, prompting emergency responders to evacuate and assess injuries at the site.
Kimbrough and A M Stars Dropped From North South Roster
John Kimbrough and three Texas A and M stars were erased from the North South roster as A and M debated bowl bids. The Aggies initially chose the South, then reportedly reversed to participate on New Year’s Day, with potential Cotton Bowl opponent Fordham speculated.
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Old Man River: TVA river traffic updates from Guntersville
Prepared by the River Transportation Division, Commerce Department TVA. Barges delivering oats to O J Walls grain elevator in Guntersville arrived November 28. The Chicot tow bringing another grain barge reaches today December 2. Norris towboat arrives December 1 at Chattanooga with three cargo barges from St Louis. Destrehan returns with gasoline to Gulf Refining Guntersville and two more to Sheffield and Decatur. A tow passed Wilson Dam December 1 bound for Guntersville. Polliwog up the river with two gasoline barges for Guntersville terminal. Betty Gardner tow brings a large gasoline barge to Guntersville Ro Ro terminal.
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Ford Peace Expedition Aims Fade In Global Journey
The Kirkwall to Christiana voyage led Ford party members to abandon the mission. Ford returned home before Christmas but offered support via cables. Notables aboard included William Jennings Bryan Jane Adams and Judge Ben Lindsey. The venture failed as global tensions rose with World War I.
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British losses and cargo ships fate debated at treasury conference
A Treasury conference focused on merchant shipping with officials Morgenthau Stimson Knox Jones and Welles present. The maritime commission approved the fate of four more cargo vessels to Britain amid a backdrop of 130 American ships sold to Britain since the war and 63 ships still laid up.
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Decatur Social News and Local Notes
Decatur's diary reports visits and health updates with Nancy Huddleston and Ethel Norton guesting for the weekend at Miss Virginia Prince Calvin's home. Others travel, illness at home, church activities, and upcoming CCC exams are noted across the community.
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Longtime Montgomery Mayor Gunter Dies in Montgomery Era
The notable Montgomery figure served as register from 1901 to 1904 and as mayor from 1910 to 1915 under a state law. He married Julia Campbell Scott in 1899 and fathered six children including Dr. William A. Gunter Jr. Survived by his widow, sons, daughters, and in law Attorney General Thomas S. Lawson, his death marks a notable era in Montgomery civic life.
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Masons Name New Leaders in Alabama Grand Lodge
The Alabama Grand Lodge of Masons and related bodies held its 120th annual session in Montgomery with about 1,000 attendees. Officials elected for 1941 include J McMurray Griffin as grand master of the Grand Council, J W Terry as grand treasurer, Guy T Smith as secretary, and Ency F Yielding named grand master of the Royal Arch Masons after a vacancy.
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Tribute Paid to A T Hanson On Local Notice
Chattanooga Valley Times reports A T Tap Hanson son of Mr and Mrs A T Hanson of this city and former Decatur resident will lead a Lanett high school faculty panel discussion for the local PTA meeting on Thursday afternoon November 14 at 3 15 The topic is Personality in the Expression of Human Character Hanson a graduate of Alabama Polytechnic Institute and former Fairfax High School teacher is described as a dynamic personality and successful public school teacher in Alabama.
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Tap) Hanson
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Bee Line Highway Troops Pass Through Decatur
The Bee Line Highway through Decatur now resembles a military road with soldiers moving through almost daily. On Tuesday 65 trucks traveled from Fort Knox Kentucky to Fort Benning Georgia, met at the Tennessee line by local highway patrol. They were escorted to the Cullman county line and into Birmingham by further patrol officers.
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Cubs Acquire Myers From Reds In Cashexchange
The Chicago Cubs obtained shortstop Billy Myers from the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for outfielder Jim Gleeson, shortstop Bobby Mattick, and one other player to be named later.
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Scouts to Hold Council Fire Rites at Delano Park
The Explorer patrol of Boy Scout Trap 11 will conduct a council fire ceremony in Delano Park on Thursday at 8 p.m. Patrol lead Pat Godwin guides the event featuring four fires, torches, fire and lightning ceremonies, Indian torch dances, and a victory dance. Public invited.
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What Causes Epilepsy Doctors Offer Free Booklet
A booklet presenting opinions of famous doctors on epilepsy will be mailed free to readers who write to the Educational Division at 535 Fifth Ave New York NY Dept D-201. The offer invites inquiry and provides access to medical insights from notable physicians.
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