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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1936
Page
4
The piece notes advertising importance rising over fifteen years and mentions changing Decatur zoning to limit building types in business and residential zones. It references a livestock market with a million dollar annual cash turnover, cotton street buying, and other topics aiming to place Decatur and Morgan county at the nation’s forefront of development.
An official notes premium prices for Sugar Bowl tickets and hotel rooms in New Orleans. The speaker wonders if Washington football authorities realize the added value or "sweetening" they contributed by selecting Pittsburgh for the game.
The Louisville and Nashville plans to start running The Arrow to Florida a month earlier this year citing improved business. Officials say the move reflects better conditions and offsets high operating costs for the train.
The annual tuberculosis seal sale aims for at least $2,000 to support Morgan County's Sanatorium. The facility has limited backing but serves as a key defense against TB. Citizens are urged to plan purchases to protect themselves and loved ones this season.
The Columbus Generals defeated Blytheville in Memphis and advance to a state championship chase against Clarksdale. A subsequent intersectional game with Austin High of Chicago in Memphis could influence the national prep title, though Alabama rules may prevent further opportunity. The writer calls for Alabama high school officials to recognize ongoing regional play.
A discussion urges Congress to enact a national sales tax replacing all levies except income tax. Proposals include Decatur’s 5 000 seat auditorium and gymnasium, new industries to employ 1 000 more, and a paved highway linking key local landmarks. The note critiques county debt and annual interest on bonds, outlining fiscal concerns.
A December letter from a resident mockingly requests a gross receipts tax and a liquor bill passed by the Alabama legislature, urging voter approval and warning of economic impact. The missive names Dr. Keller and Dr. Duncan as companions of the political machine and pleads for public backing to maintain employment and power.
Hunters across Morgan Madison Limestone and half of Jackson counties hold 267 state and 318 county licenses. A three act musical A Knight of Dreams will be shown at Decatur high school with thirty in the cast. Tennessee River rises to 5.5 feet, highest in six months. Local visits include Holland Baskin, Mrs. Maud Taylor, and Miss Dorothy Patterson. American Cleaners Company plant broken into, clothes worth 300 dollars stolen.
A dated notice reflects claims of price fixing being deemed legal while asserting financial sufficiency. It mentions prominent names and a public sense of economic tension during the period, highlighting monetary strategies and public sentiment.
The piece outlines a turbulent view of King Edward VIII and Mrs Wallis Simpson, noting government and monarch collaboration after Baldwin's speech, possible kingly guidance on her withdrawal, and rising fascist sentiment. Churchill faces boos while Mosley eyes a royal crisis, and class norms prompt remarks on titles in English society.
A late night item reports Mrs. Simpson in Cannes ready to wed the king with expectations he may fly in. The piece contrasts royal marriage talk with U.S. concerns over strikes and economy. It also notes a Supreme Court ruling on price fixing in trademarks, overruling New York’s highest court and impacting commerce.
The court decision is praised as protecting the little businessman who must gain a large profit per sale. It is urged to spur substitution, Fess style salesmanship, and competitive production, with heavy advertising seen as beneficial and Panglossian optimism echoed that all is for the best in the best of worlds.
Morgenthau seeks government funds by offering seven hundred million dollars in long term bonds at two and a half percent interest. Bids exceed the amount sought, totaling three thousand million dollars. In the Philippines the Cagayan river flood sweeps thousands to sea while a flood drowns two hundred Turks.
Walter Winchell reflects on the glamour and danger of Broadway gossip versus hard news. The column riffs on royal romance coverage, Nazi propaganda, Paris brawls, and Hollywood fame, noting readers crave living people and sensational anecdotes over distant wars.
The annual White Christmas pageant at the First Methodist church in Athens Alabama will be held next Sunday afternoon. Gifts from church classes will be given to the Alabama Methodist Orphanage and to the superannuated ministers of the church.
A radio sponsor sought an NBC star for a new air show. The Artists Bureau failed to find anyone like Charlie King, who starred in The Broadway Melody and now works at MGM in Hollywood as an extra earning seven dollars fifty a day.
A Hollywood duo visits Radio City and jokes about rooftop views and ticket prices. The piece notes Broadway balls and Panhandlers seeking money. It also reports John Whitaker with an Anatolian river tale and a Civilian Conservation Corps banner noting 50 000 youths in transient centers now employed or settled.
Elisabeth Bergner smokes heavily yet dislikes women who smoke. Gary Cooper rejects makeup in films for a manly look. George Jean Nathan hates wash cloths and uses towel ends. Merle Oberon detests night clubs. Loretta Young avoids swimming. Sylvia Sidney resists posing for news cameras. Ben Bernie favors dating using new methods in Hungary and New York seat etiquette is noted.
By Logan Clendening M D the middle years from voting age to about 45 are likely the healthiest and most vigorous life stage. For men childhood diseases pose few risks, while women face higher childbirth hazards. Modern medicine reduces dangers with sterile wound care and safer childbirth. Regular health checks and lifestyle choices are advised, though readers should scrutinize so called reliable sources.
The Deca tur Chamber of Commerce board voted to pay half the rent for the curb market while in temporary quarters at the Happy Feed Store on First Avenue. A new market building will rise soon between Grant and Second streets. The board adopted resolutions on the death of director John C. White and will notify his family and publish an obituary.
The L and N Railroad paid its 1935 36 percent higher auto taxes and 25 percent more poll taxes than last year. It remitted state county and school taxes totaling 22654 25 with 6216 71 for county schools and 3522 33 for state schools. Elmer L Vinson county tax collector notes the increase.
An ad-promising powder named Fasteeth claims teeth stay secured with a light sprinkle. It asserts no gummy taste or paste feel and even sweetens breath. The ad mentions three sizes and directs readers to obtain Fasteeth from local pharmacies.
The Ninth Street Methodist young people council met at Miss Dorothy Sandusky’s home. President called the meeting to order. Rev. W. L. Irman led in prayer. Old and new business were discussed. A social hour followed. Attendees included Rev. W. L. Spearman, Mrs. A. G. Jones, Evelyn Beard, Doris Sandusky, Edith Beard, and Dorothy Sandusky.
Federal agents in Indianapolis reported a thief entered their office and stole two typewriters prompting a police response. The incident occurred on a day described as embarrassing for agents.
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