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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 22, 1936

Page

3

Lost lad found alive after day in woods in Hot Springs

Charles Warren, two, was located after more than 24 hours lost in the woods. He had a few scratches and a strong appetite. National guardsmen and a citizen posse aided in the search before he was returned to his parents four miles from home. He asked for oatmeal and his parents described his ordeal.

Hot Springs Ark Charles Warren National Army and Navy Hospital Harold Warren Maj. W. O. Prosser

Question of Santa Stirs Classroom in Michigan City

In Michigan City Indiana teachers faced protests after telling primary pupils that there is no Santa Claus. Officials weigh motives and children’s reactions as parents spar over educational doctrine and belief.

Michigan City Ind Santa Claus

Wife flies to side of imprisoned Chiang Kai-Shek

The American educated wife of Generalissimo Chiang Kai-Shek flew to his side in Nanking despite officials protests. The article notes growing belief there is no end in sight to Marshal Chang Hsueh-liang's rebellion aimed at forcing war against Japan.

Nanking Chiang Kai-Shek Chang Hsueh- Liang Japan

Court study focuses on neutrality ruling and tariff law

Administration legal experts say the Supreme Court's expansive arms embargo decision supports the neutrality law's constitutionality. They examine the ruling for hints about the reciprocal tariff law stance and potential implications.

Washington Administration Supreme Court

Holiday Mystery at Thunder Mesa Ends in Murder

In the de Forest hacienda Thunder Mesa Pearl Sam de Forest is found dead with a knife in his throat beneath the Christmas tree. Pearl Pierre, eldest brother, assumes control and plans his brother's burial while vowing to rely on local authorities. The household is tense as guests and kin react to the tragedy.

de Forest Thunder Mesa Pearl Sam DE Forest Pearl Pearl John Pearl Pierre Tante Josephine Betty Welch Ramon Vasquez Angelique Abeyta Professor Shaw Bob Graham Ramon Pearl Sam Bob Mr. Vanquez John Betty

Mystery at Thunder Mesa Ends With More Questions

In the aftermath of Pearl Sam’s death at Thunder Mesa, suspicions fall on Pearl Pierre as Bob contends the professor and others guard the truth. Tensions rise as Betty’s safety becomes the immediate concern and the house tempts with hidden motives.

Betty Ramon Angelique Professor Shaw Pearl Sam Bob Thunder Mesa Pearl Pierre Santos

York Archbishop Says Edward VIII Decision Reflects Honor

The Archbishop of York criticizes the abdication as a breach of duty and says many men face conflicts between love and duty. He calls the coronation of George VI a reaffirmation of national life and constitutional democracy. He praises the new reign and urges focus on a hopeful future.

York England Edward VIII Cantebury Canterbury Church of England George VI Edward Wallis Simpson House of Commons Archbishop of Canterbury

Knights Templar to Meet Friday Christmas Service

Members of DeMolay Commandery No. 14 Knights Templar will gather Friday at 11 o'clock for the annual Christmas service. Contributions will be received for the Masonic home at Montgomery.

Knights Templar Montgomery

Christmas gift clears debt after ten years in California

In Hollister California ten years after borrowing $300 from Richard Laval, John Nordela now a waiter received a $500 check from Laval as a Christmas gift, including $200 interest. Nordela cashed the check showing the loan had been repaid.

Hollister Calif John Nordela Richard Laval Laval Nordela

Fireman Pays Fine for Parking Beside Fire Plug

Owensboro Kentucky dispatch reports Fireman J. C. Thornton, off duty after Christmas shopping, parked his car in front of a department store and was fined 2 dollars in police court for parking beside a fire plug.

Owensboro, Ky J. C. Thornton

Man of Great Strength Puzzle Answers

A cryptic horizontal and vertical word puzzle lists clues for words like specimen axillary witticism niche and various other terms. The grid includes definitions for both across and down entries with references to strength, color terms, numbers, and common nouns.

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