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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1935
Page
4
The article notes that payroll tax may extend beyond large firms to include employers of one or more workers. It suggests awaiting details on tax forms and how the tax will be implemented by the tax department before further guidance emerges.
The text notes Japan demanding parity in naval strength amid aggressive moves toward China, with speculation a larger navy would be sought if feasible, reflecting regional fear of Japanese expansion and balance of power concerns.
The note reminds that only defendants, their counsel, the state and its lawyers, and the courts are involved in the Scottsboro trials. It states no invitation has been offered to the Birmingham newspaper writer to meddle.
A telegram from Bruce Shelton of the Tuscaloosa News urges readers to approve Amendment Number 4 placing Probate Judge Tax Collector and Tax Assessor on salary and expense basis. The message notes the amendment voting date next Tuesday December 17 and calls for support as several counties submit amendments to voters.
The article notes rising Christmas business in Decatur due to coordinated effort by local firms. It highlights a historic street lighting project as proof of successful collaboration and states ongoing plans to use the Chamber of Commerce as a hub for year round cooperative activities.
The Selma Times-Journal outlines the 1936 payroll tax scheme taxing employers and employees with a nine tenths pool split between state and federal shares, plus a pacifism debate sparked by C. L. Garnett’s advocacy of preparedness and national defense.
The first round of the sales tax fight in Alabama is deemed won by opponents. The piece notes schools may close without more funds and warns government cuts won’t solve the issue. Voters are urged to stay awake on taxation as advocates push for the tax with homestead exemptions as a possibility.
Arthur Brisbane reflects on a busy Chicago day with a cement men convention and a tragic Blue Island fan dancer case. He contrasts civic pride in Topeka high school and Kansas governance with national wheat import trends under the new deal, noting shift in spending and farming policy.
A Chicago audience attended a showing titled Crime and Punishment at the Cook County jail. The performance drew unusually attentive reviews and tears appeared as the lights came up, underscoring the impact of crime on inmates.
A review notes The Modern Home Medical Adviser Your Health and How to Preserve It edited by Morris Fishbein features chapters by physicians including Jeans Joslin Wingate Johnson Strouse and Rice. It emphasizes child care diet aging and lifelong health with practical guidance and cautions on habits like thumb sucking.
A collage of bits from roles such as Harper and Carter offers humorous lines about hockey by correspondence, an empty envelope joke, extinct canaries, a reprinted unknown quote about failures and battle scars, and a remark about aging and trust.
Eva teachers plan next meet in Eva between January 15 and 20 depending on Christmas break length. F FA chapter met weekly. district event in Danville featured talks by Cecil Johnson and Orval Davis. Eva basketball beat Holly Pond 25 11 with Wright scoring 13. Upcoming game vs Fairview at Fairview next Friday. Helen Keller Club elected officers Flory Woodard Eva Childers Mary Osbolt Elma Hawkins. F H A fundraiser supports crippled children and a quilt project.
Spokane judge challenges William E. Hunt who cannot pay $2.50 weekly child support. When asked about smoking, Hunt admits it and the judge responds with a directive to quit smoking as part of the support obligation.
L M Vann fined $10 plus costs by county court for an automobile accident appeals to superior court where judge adds $25 and more costs. Vann declines further appeal to the state supreme court.
Spanish explorers named Mesa Verde Green Table in Colorado. Cliff Palace is a major ruin in the park, thought built 700 to 800 years ago but possibly inhabited as early as 1000 B C. The cave dwelling appears on the 1934 four cent National Park series stamp.
Fave watchers poke at J P Morgan at 565 Fifth Avenue and a placard reading Save the Workers Down with Capitalism. A stream of stars including Joe Frisco Frank Farnum Lilian Bond Pat O'Brien Irving Berlin and Brian Aherne appear around 51st to 58th streets as theater and nightclub life buzzes with premieres and socialite sightings.
A series of humorous exchanges among locals and visitors. A freshman jokes about dating a senior co ed while a philosopher comments on small wives. A tourist asks if the town is high class and a local lines bread. A bridal couple face a telegram from the father and a photographer asks for smiles.
A reflective piece compares aspirations with burdens while a talking girl questions a doctor’s decision. A nurse asks about a newborn sister and a girl doubts the doctor’s choice, expressing fear and anger at being selected.
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