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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1937
Page
4
A dated editorial critiques Congress for inaction amid calls to curb the undistributed profits tax on corporations and to spur recovery. It cites a weak business index and warns Rome is burning without bold policy moves to create jobs and end mopping recovery.
The article notes Decatur and Morgan County considering federal government shaped bond purchases to reduce interest. It highlights the potential financial strategy aimed at lowering borrowing costs for local government.
The TVA faced scrutiny over condemnation actions affecting Senator Berry and other Tennessee holdings, with observers noting the agency did not buckle to pressure from administration allies.
The speaker notes Browning praised the 90,000 Shelby county votes a year ago before his break with Boss Ed Crump and hints at his view if he runs for office again. The remark implies political calculations tied to past support and current loyalties.
Alabama fans hope a 2027 matchup with Illinois becomes a marquee nonconference clash. The plan would give Southeastern Conference champions bid exposure while drawing attention for both programs amid Big Ten leaders.
Walt Disney prepares his first full length feature for exhibition in Hollywood during the holidays. The project carries an estimated cost around 1.5 million dollars. The film promises to showcase innovative animation and star power, with Greta Garbo cited as a contrast to Mickey Mouse in public sentiment.
R N Jenrette notes columns suggest any of Alabama’s three U S Senate hopefuls could disappoint voters, while The Columbia Herald ignores the third candidate in its coverage.
The piece argues Congress and the administration fail to end the recession with timely laws. It criticizes ongoing contention and inaction while economic distress persists, urging prompt action to remove a burdensome law.
A civic note urges Decatur residents to plant seeds of progress through action and constructive talk. It says towns grow from engaged citizens who work for better industry and agriculture, and criticizers undermine communal effort.
One year ago today these short items note Mrs J L Erhols returning from West Palm Beach visit, Lila Pritchett traveling to Birmingham for a school Education Dinner, Elbert and Coleman Peck visiting Somerville, Mrs Elmer Loyd hosting a Tuesday Whist Club, Christine Almon returning from Agnes Scott College, and Sabine Dupont leaving for Chicago for Christmas with her sister Mrs Martin Phelan.
A perceptible push in the House links holiday generosity to appointments and mileage perks. Bankhead and Rayburn back wage and hour bills while distributing favored posts to early signers. Members lobby for higher mileage claims amid a festive atmosphere and scrutiny.
Dr Logan Clendening explains the thyroid as a central regulator of body functions including weight appetite emotions and muscle activity. He notes thyrotoxicosis with goiter and recounts a patient who burned 6 000 calories daily yet remained at 113 pounds illustrating the condition's impact on energy and weight.
A collage of quick jokes and quips from a comic panel. Bits include a quarrel between wife and husband over "best years," a merchant selling toys and pets in a basement, a stiff Irish recruit, a quiet typewriter, and a joke about dynamite and danger. The tone is light and humorous throughout.
A reflection on how a single word can lift a person from despair. It cautions that whispered words may ruin a reputation and lives, while right words of inspiration revive energy and ambition.
Fragments of a dated OCR read show dialogue about time and life with family voices and a cryptic note about a building sign. The text references a message about today and plans, a wife, grandmother, and remarks about school recess and grammar.
The piece notes many British women understand dog care tasks and are seeking kennelmaid roles with or without pay. It compares Britain to Europe and America, where wholesale kennels and kennelmaid careers are common, and mentions that applicants seek experience for future kennels and some accept small cash premiums for work.
Rev. and Mrs. Brooks of Trinity visited Rev. and Mrs. Rains. T. R. Owen and Dee Wasson helped fix porches. Lois Pains and Irie Rains spent the weekend with Rains family. G. W. Lindsey is ill with flu. Various neighbors visited and a revival service was attended in Hartselle.
Escambia Michigan undergoes remodel with a bold warning that during alterations all patrons will be shaved in the rear. The unusual notice reflects renovation chaos and a rebellious, tongue in cheek tone from local sources.
A vivid tour through New York’s hustle from Radio City to Times Square. Winchell’s pageant locates Wall Street, Bowery, Harlem, and midtown clubs with colorful portraits of performers, guards, cliques, and the city’s fevered pace. The piece names Mae Murray, George Roosevelt Jr., Noel Coward, and Sidney Kingsley among others in a bustling panorama.
A vivid snapshot of Manhattan scenes from Pennsy Depot corridors to Broadway, naming a mix of characters and places. It mentions the Paradise eyefuls, El Mo monocle, Kit Kat on East Street, a girl selling Oriental news, bored chauffeurs, Hollywood visitors, an Army ferry to Governor's Island, a sawdust saloon on Allen Street, Mischa the Gypsy king, the First Nights monocle wearer, and Paul Argenti the former millionaire maitre d'hotel.
George Sanchez from Cuba brings flair to the night club scene with champagne service at the Fealth Forum on Broadway near 47th Street. West 46th Street deli patrons report a lively culture talk atmosphere amid nightly checks and festive service.
Snow continues to fall as many families settle in Justenville. Farmers complete harvest of 1937 crops while residents extend welcomes to newcomers. Social visits occur among Ottis Collins, Marie Heldt, Marie Ledlow, and others as neighbors share weekends and illnesses noted in the community.
Melvin G could not find his car parked beside a loop office building. A quiet man pointed to the Chicago river 175 feet away and claimed the wind caused the misplacement prompting a charged exchange.
A fire at a Minneapolis beer parlor prompted Sherman to step outside after he failed to get action on the phone. Residents within four blocks heard him and firefighters at a nearby station reacted, quickly extinguishing the blaze.
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