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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1939
Page
4
A Bible Thought for Today cites Paul’s journey to Arabia as a key message from Galatians and pivots to public officials and civic wisdom. The piece discusses lighting, Tennessee power, and Southern sports pride tied to a Rose Bowl context.
The article urges Southern farmers to vote on December 9 whether cotton marketing quotas should stay in force in 1940. It emphasizes the farmer's right to express whether controlled production and sale rights have provided income, noting ongoing debate over controlled versus uncontrolled acreage and the need for farmer input.
The passage argues that Finland's courage and independence are being crushed by a stronger aggressor nation. It calls for a return to decency, condemns Russia and Germany, and urges aid from the United States and Great Britain while advocating neutrality in war. It emphasizes the need to support smaller nations against aggression and defend democratic values.
A fragment notes Huntington College girls at Montgomery as apolitical. The piece recalls a December 6 encounter with a major southern figure in economics. He questions the Decatur Chamber budget, suggesting it could be far larger than the $5,000 offered.
Alabama bankers traveled to Decatur and Clarksville to study Banker Bailey’s diversification strategy for farms and to assess how a broader, sustained farming program can boost regional business. The visit aims to promote dollars and cents of diversification and influence plans back home.
The Eva 4-H member from Morgan County tours Chicago on a free trip for good work and shares a bold lesson to county farmers. He grew three bales of cotton on one acre and a quarter using modern methods, arguing for higher yields on smaller land and a robust market. The Daily praises Arrington and urges other farm youths to emulate his approach.
The piece notes overoptimism on Russia overpowering Finland and contrasts Roosevelt’s financial woes with war department strains. It warns of December bids for manganese amid fears Reds may win wartime contracts, while officials face scrutiny over buying from an oppressor and public impact.
A rapid parade of street sights and show folk around New York City highlights Walter Winchell style notes. It mentions stars such as Milton Berle Aline MacMahon Gertrude Lawrence and Jane Bryan amid Fifth Avenue Madison Square and Broadway hotspots.
A fragmentary column blend reports a German visitor praising American life in a caricature Berlin scene. It recalls a sister elopement in Virginia with Promenade Magazine ties and hints at stage and publishing projects from Times of Trib contributors.
Within the last 24 hours the region recorded weather changes as First Presbyterian Church initiates a January week of prayer. Courtland visits noted, Saturday Club meets at Mrs. Cartwrights, and Rev James Allen Smith to speak at Central Baptist Christmas services. Kansas City awarded 1928 Republican National Convention.
Dorothy James denies engagement rumors with Bill Lundigan of Warner. The Inkspots play at the Famous Door. Fiesta on 42nd Street nets $6,000. Hoover and agents head to Miami to shadow mob activity. A Broadway lothario scandal unfolds with a dangerous confrontation at a party.
In a wry quip, a Broadway observer notes true success comes when flattery backfires and a man bears the burden alone. The speaker contrasts a self reliant fellow with those who need others to back him up, while wryly pondering whether a chorus girl’s eyes signal blue or red.
A jumble of verse fragments and quips includes OFFICE CAT by Junius and A Wasted Day with lines about a boat, sleep, and a new day. Short exchanges touch Roberta-Tessie youth, Mary Lou, and a joke about men and bacon.
Dr Logan Clendening warns in a tuberculosis campaign month column that silicosis from silica dust is a preventable fatal lung disease. He details causes, protective equipment like helmets with fresh air, and the need for industrial controls, plus notes on bursitis and available pamphlets.
The item discusses a string of topical gags and vignettes from a column style piece. It includes a joke about mistaken identity with an Irishman and a negro sharing a hotel room and a joker blocking his face. It also notes a household humor note about children and parents and a quip about dieting and dancing.
A collection of old quips and gags features a light pun about a lightning bug and a mosquito. Other bits play on a Scotch crossword habit and a rent dispute, ending with a ridiculed radio comment about jokes and education.
In Roanoke on December 7 a woman claimed her husband no longer lived there on her tax return. The collector sent back a bill for Mrs. Leftown Smith alongside her own.
Mr. R. M. DeFord of Decatur credits Gly-Cas with restoring regular bowels and normal kidney action after years of constipation and nightly disruptions. He says the capsule purified his intestinal tract, eased backaches and headaches, and gave him renewed energy and restful nights. Gly-Cas representatives meet daily at Lord's Drug Store in the city.
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