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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1941
Page
3
A brief notes that the nation aims to train 50 000 pilots each month. The column by R J Scott mentions Hartnelle and Pete Of as bylines. It also notes a church event on the fourth Sunday at 2 00 and reports a state highway saving nearly 1000 in yearly operation.
Devoted to a rapid expansion of pilot training the report tracks US efforts from 1936 to 1941. It notes Navy and Army Air Forces goals rising from hundreds to tens of thousands of pilots annually. By next spring America is projected to produce about 50 000 military pilots per year.
Rev P A Green attended a preacher meeting in Cullman on Tuesday. Numerous residents visited family and friends in Cullman Decatur Birmingham and nearby towns. Chassis for 400 new school buses for Alabama counties have been purchased for use beginning with the 1942 43 school year, with many counties set to participate in the plan.
Lelia Pearl ONeals travels the route between Kansas City and New York buying and trading in curio shops and antique stores. She searches for ancient surgical instruments as a hobby and passion.
William R. Finney of Leighton is promoted to private first class as the Marine Corps expands for the current crisis. Interviewed at Naval Air Station Jacksonville he said he is proud to serve and praised Wake Island defenders while predicting future action. Finney enlisted September 27 1940 in Birmingham.
Cautionary note advises securing Holly wreaths and decorations to prevent tipping or injury. Keep tree lights away from flammable materials and fasten the tree securely to avoid accidents during gatherings. Warns that glass ornaments can break and cause cuts. clean up broken pieces promptly.
Morgan County residents welcome new neighbors Mr and Mrs Henery Marion of Arab. Visitors include Mrs P L Watson Mrs Tara Johnson and Miss Trene Clemons. Local social rounds feature family visits school Christmas tree plans and a weekend ball game in Cataco with several attendees from the area.
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