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Despite cold winds and bare fur the determined coon hunter continues the night trek. The report notes resilience and steady resolve in pursuing the night’s quarry as winter deepens.
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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1933
Page
2
Industry Growth Reaches Columbia Tennessee
Columbia Tennessee joins a wave of industrial expansion as another plant enlarges its operations in the city. The town’s growth reflects its improving economy and steady development in local industry and employment opportunities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia, Tenn
Columbia
Alabama liquor control debate stalls on reform
The outlook from Houston County legislator Julian Hall notes a fourth Alabama legislature session and a 3.2 beer bill seen as a sop to keep prohibition while funding schools. He and others call for real thinking before action on liquor flow control as a long unsettled problem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julian Hall
Houston County
Dothan Eagle
Alabama
Graves Refuses Calm After Lotsboro Trials Editorial
J T Graves criticizes Decatur Morgan county coverage by Gray Hall editor of the Montgomery Adger. Graves urges the columnist to stop unsourced commentary about local conduct and invites him to learn the facts before further chatter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Temple Graves
Lotsboro
Decatur
Gray- Hall
Montgomery Adger
Graves
Morgan County
Al Smith Critiqueed as Misguided on Public Works
The Columbus Dispatch rebuts Al Smith's criticism of the Public Works Administration and Civil Works Administration. It argues the agencies face legal limits that slow progress and says reforms are underway despite delays and imperfections in their operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus Commercial Dispatch
al Smith
PWA
CWA
Dispatch
Tme
Public Works Administration funds aid for wages and jobs
The Public Works Administration provides 70 percent loans and 30 percent grants to support state and local projects, aiming to equalize wages and offer four percent interest. Governor Smith notes prudent use, while Civil Works Administration expands employment, backed by the American Federation of Labor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Public Works Administration
NRA
Public Works Fund
Smith
Civil Works Administration
American Federation of Labor
Lee Highway Paving Progress and Challenges Noted
Editor Harry Walker cites steady paving along the Lee highway from Jasper to Chattanooga with a target completion by next spring. He notes Madison Jackson counties show progress while Lauderdale lags, and warns Dam No 3 could flood segments, urging TVA involvement via Carmichael for a sustained paved link.
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Lee Highway
Harry Walker
Limestone Democrat
Huntsville Times
Jasper
Tenn
Chattanooga
Lee
Miller
Madison
Jackson
Athens
Huntsville
Lauderdale
First Creek
Elk River
Carmichael
TVA
Tennessee
Muscle Shoals
Don Poncho's Philosophy and Regretful Reflections
Cartoon caption presents Don Poncho lamenting past days and lost fortunes. The piece notes his regret over “the days of old” and the contrast between no money and unlimited wealth while referencing broader themes through Arthur Brisbane's syndicated voice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Poncho
Don Poncho of San Simeon Reflects on Old California
In a San Simeon interview, Don Poncho recalls frontier life from a hilltop near Marmolejo, condemns automobiles for changing American values, and shares stories of his horse life, Indian workers, and smallpox history while celebrating a deep bond with the land and cattle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hearst Ranch
San Simeon
Cal
Don Poncho
Pacific
Cambria
Marmolejo
New York
Lucia
Sacramento
Behind the Scenes in Washington by Rodney Dutcher
The piece surveys options for currency inflation and gold valuation under Roosevelt era plans. It notes potential use of profits from devalued dollars for currency, plus comments on milk pricing enforcement and a Navy draft corps as a strategic reserve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rodney Dutcher
NEA
Ashington
Federal Reserve Banks
Treasury
George F. Warren
Roosevelt
France
Italy
Albany Chamber Spells Twin Cities Farm Bureau HQ Move
Albany officials announce a decision inviting the farm bureau organization to establish its headquarters in the Twin Cities. The DeKalb city council refuses to dispose of the $100000 school bond issue until bids meet expectations amid growing inquiries about the bonds and city finances. The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra may tour to the Twin Cities this season through Tennessee Valley Shrine Club efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farm Bureau Organization
Twin Cities
Albany Chamber of Commerce
Decatur
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Tennessee Valley Shrine Club
Barroom Etiquette and Prohibition Forecast in 1933
A 1933 column riffs on bar behavior with a jab at prohibition. It notes Southwest Texas sandstorms as a long slow force and muses on Huey Long opposing Roosevelt. Toledo glass plants lag in stemware orders while drinkers prefer ceremonial glasses despite cups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toledo
America
NEA Service. Inc
Office Cut by Junius Office Cut by Junius
The federal government’s program for destroying brood sows and pigs should be extended to include road hogs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Junius
Rider Safety and Traffic Warnings in a Car Oriented Town
A satirical piece warns motorists to enforce lights on bicycles and criticizes reckless driving. It jokes about a mayoral son ignoring rules and a garage bid for car repairs, while laments about speed limits and requests governors on reckless cars. It highlights urban irony and safety concerns.
The Church Visit Riddles and Casual Banter
A compact exchange blends verses about church motives with light social banter. Dialogues touch on death foretold, a father's hopes, and a jest about two men of color discussing the circus, ending with a punchline about entering or not.
Regaled cat and honest living in Ben Hur world view
The author uses a Ben Hur reference to discuss parental pride and dishonesty. He argues loving a pet or child does not excuse wrongdoing, noting the cat Regal recovered from illness and a broader call to honesty. He urges readers to come into the open air of God’s pure honest sunshine through Christ.
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Antioch
Messala
Son of God
Christ
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