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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1937
Page
4
Readable bits mention Decatur Alabama publication context and Associated Press note. Content inadequate for a full news item. summarizes publication details and wire service credit from the Decatur Daily pages.
The piece argues choosing a flaw over good points holds back America and suggests swift action after the Panay attack would spur national progress. It notes Japan’s likely apologies and indemnities, and envisions naval escalation prevented by patience.
A Valdosta Times editorial lauds the Georgia Highway Patrol for usefulness and efficiency, noting Alabama patrol praise from The Dothan Eagle and The Eagle. The piece warns gubernatorial candidates to beware criticism of the patrol, calling the Graves administration likely to face censure.
Excerpts from the Columbia Herald discuss Christmas buying, urging farmers and merchants to link cash income to business health. Noted are J. C. Cheek’s turkey sale bringing 535 dollars from 100 birds, barley sales at Mt. Pleasant, and ongoing tobacco futures with January 3 as a seasonal reset.
Mark and one basket attained the season's high of 40 cents. The total money Friday was $32,633.76, divided among a great number of growers. Mt Pleasant lined up barley for sales on Monday and Wednesday while Columbia filled for the final sale Tuesday. Saturday crowds joined the Christmas City rush as stores, decorated and crowded, saw families shop in damp cold weather with milk and tobacco checks fueling purchases.
The wage and hour bill was defeated with sharp remarks from South aligned Farmers-Laborites who blamed reactionary Bourbon elements and Wall Street. Minnesota representatives called opponents Rebels in a heated exchange. The bill remains defeated for now and its future fight is anticipated.
One year ago today the Daily notes Mrs. W. M. Voorhies returning from Baugh Tennessee after a visit. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Daniels hosted Miss Katherine Moore of Florence over the weekend. Mary Jervis from Agnes Scott College is home for holidays along with the Malone and Cowden families. Marjory Pointer from Peabody College also home for holidays while Sarah Smith from Mooresville and a Davis Lipscomb College student in Nashville are back. HM Maynard Layman will return from Maryville College to spend holidays with relatives.
A Washington dispatch details how President Roosevelt used behind the scenes lobbying to defeat the wages and hours bill. It describes emergency field headquarters near the House floor, the role of Charlie West, and pressure on wavering members with rewards and threats as Democratic leaders failed to secure patronage promises.
The senate rejected a labor bills push amid a revolt by Democrats including A F L leaders in opposition to C I O backed policy. Analysts say the revolt reflects a broader shift from industrial cities to farm and southern towns challenging the new deal coalition.
Winter and cold damp weather roughen the skin causing chapped hands and lips and dry it. Elderly skin dries easily and daily bathing or soap can worsen dryness. Use olive or almond oil for cleansing and soothing, limit baths after age 50, and prefer cleansing agents over soap. Tissue creams aid surface smoothness but nourishment comes from blood. Massage is important and choose lighter creams with oils over waxier formulas.
Publishers offer seven pamphlets including self help pieces on hygiene care of hair and skin. Each pamphlet priced at ten cents in coin with return envelopes provided for a three cent stamp.
Several residents report illnesses including bronchitis influenza and pneumonia. Visitors from Lintzville Hollands Gin and Decatur were noted along with moved families and weekend travels. Eura Trotter died at 54 after pneumonia. services led by Rev. A M Jones. interment at Pettusville Cemetery.
Reynolds of Tennessee heads a broad panel including Dies of Texas Warren of North Carolina and Lamneck of Ohio among others.
A newspaper column advises dog owners on managing pets during long absences. It urges sending dogs to trusted friends or reputable kennels, warns about the distress of leaving dogs with strangers, and notes that timid dogs may pine or even die from desertion.
The Tobias Meyers family marks the 140 member family celebration for the 94 year old Civil War veteran Tobias Meyers and his wife Alwilds 90 with nine children 43 grandchildren 85 great grandchildren and one great grandchild in attendance.
In Albuquerque on December 21, 1937, Justice L. M. Tartaglia announced plans to perform a marriage ceremony free of charge. He added an incentive by offering a free license to the first couple who requested his services in 1938.
Mrs. Mattie Daly of this place is mentioned along with several other relatives and friends in the readable portion of the notice. The fragment hints at a social or family event involving Daly and kin.
The passage reflects on the true Christmas Spirit renewing kindness and peace across society. It imagines a world without conflict if this spirit lasted year round, contrasting with ongoing laws and wars while sharing lighthearted holiday banter and brief humor.
A poem-like exchange contrasts a moral maxim about guarding the mind with a quip about dental pain and skepticism toward inside information. Kreiser’s line frames mental discipline, while a joke about teeth and credulity punctuates the dialogue.
A 1937 dialogue reveals tensions between independence and marriage as a woman questions traditional roles. The speaker argues freedom diminishes when a partner monopolizes life, while contemplating domestic comforts and appearances. The excerpt contrasts old fashioned expectations with contemporary desire for choice.
Flu affects many in the Antioch community. Local youths Hillsboro Jr and Chalybeate Jr played a ballgame with Chalybeate winning 7 to 6. Residents visitations include Miss Alma Lentz hostings and neighbors in nearby towns. Several residents travel, socialize, and return from trips to Florida and Huntsville C C camps.
Idaho Falls December report says farmer Fred Daniels was injured with three broken ribs after two roosting turkeys grabbed his legs from a barrel and flew him off the rafter, dropping him to the floor.
Dialogue-like fragment discusses comparison of lovers and friends, notes wear from after work hours, and claims friendship depends on harmony. Mentions names Frederick and Jeffries and implies a breakup tied to discord in relationships.
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