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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1939
Page
4
The Associated Press holds exclusive rights to co publication of all dispatches credited or not in this paper and reserves re publication of Special dix patches. Atlanta.
A fragmentary column blends religious verse with local chatter about politics, farming, and light humor. It references 2 Samuel 23 4, Bibb Graves, Gaston Scott, Senator Bankhead, and a humorous tale about a jar of mayonnaise causing a window repair bill in Pine Bluff Missouri.
The text argues bonds at 2 percent interest and a giltedged debt outlook for Morgan County. It notes people want debt relief but cautions against funding running expenses from anticipated revenue and questions terms for German battleships. A Limestone County case saw a man bonded for vehicle lighting violations, highlighting public highway safety.
The Daily notes Tuscaloosa endured similar experiences to Decatur amid accusations of Communist influence. It cites Moscow ties seen during the Scottsboro trials and warns Reds may go to great lengths. The piece argues some deny Communist activity while urging awareness of unrest from such groups.
Washington report criticizes a congressional fact finding tour of army posts and arsenals. The Daily argues the group should defer to War Department experts and focus on turning informed recommendations into action rather than posing as military authorities.
A collage of humorous lines and quips shows villagers and a new superintendent, a Decatur wife asking for a recipe, a farmer and hired help trading barbs, and a nurse-like witticism about influenza and fish. The piece weaves idle reflection with playful misunderstandings and light satire.
A dialogue-style remark compares matrimony to cafeteria dining and jokes about success through small, practical steps. The exchange mentions a bride's mother and a skeptical view of marriage, ending with a quip about removing mountains by tackling molehills.
North Alabama Dr L A Neill asks all singers to meet at the Decatur community Christmas tree Saturday afternoon to join in carols. Local students Gilman Doss and Pesty Johnser visit, with others from Bethe College and Washington & Lee University at home for holidays.
Dr. Clendening outlines a shift from traditional TB diagnosis to early detection using X rays and targeted testing across age groups. He emphasizes negating symptoms through screening, school age tuberculin testing, age based reexamination, and the continued value of X ray in identifying early disease to shrink TB's reach.
A young man asks about constant slimy saliva. The doctor says a salivary duct stone is a common cause. Other causes include nervousness tobacco use and jagged irritating teeth.
Editor notes Dr Clendening has seven pamphlets available for readers. Each pamphlet costs a small coin and requires a stamped address. Titles include Saccharctions for the Treatment of Diabetes, Feminine Hygiene, and The Care of the Hair and Skin.
A fire destroyed the Curtis Ray residence Saturday morning in Cullman County, origin traced to a defective flue. Most belongings were saved, and local residents extended sympathy to the affected family as further acts support the community.
Morgan County residents attend Friendship Sunday singing. A public Christmas tree is planned at Corinth Baptist Church on Saturday night December 28. A pounding for Rev Dan Dutton and the Methodist minister is set for Sunday December 24, inviting all to contribute. Local social visits and plans for Christmas celebrations and a Corinth Singers event with neighbors from nearby communities are noted, promising a festive evening.
Walter Winchell column highlights include Murphy and Duchin at the Persian, June Gale’s marriage, Hank Greenberg and Gertrude Lawrence sightings, Dewey leasing the Washington white house, and Air Raid era topics. Celebrities such as Kennedy, Snoopy rumors, and Manhattan vignettes mix with socialites, fashion, and holiday plans in a bustling city tableau.
Several residents, including Mrs Meria Roper and Mrs Bryan Bullard families, spend time with relatives. The community looks forward to a Christmas tree program at the schoolhouse while many locals visit kin and attend weekend gatherings across Neel and Decatur areas.
Classifieds note daily changes in listings as weather-like updates. Ads flow with demand, highlighting evolving opportunities for buyers and sellers across categories.
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