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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1929
Page
4
An incomplete note cites caution amid rising investments in diverse sound ventures and the calling for focus on solid opportunities as enthusiasm grows. The fragment mentions eggs as a metaphor and references a person named Roger Babsom.
The note suggests Mussollies fade from front pages in summer when fewer news breaks occur, comparing their popularity to Santa Claus in off season. It implies limited public interest persists regardless of season.
After slipping on the ice Thursday morning a local resident compared the chin hit to how a prize fighter feels, describing the moment of being struck with a sharp impact and the immediate reaction.
Silk shirts for men are reported becoming fashionable again. They will not be as popular as they were when almost any sort of job paid half a hundred dollars a week.
Citizens of Autauga County approve continuation of the present school tax for another period despite financial strain. Voters chose to maintain funding without change, keeping current tax levels in place.
Hack Wilson, one of baseball’s top stars, was offered roughly prize ring pay for a single night’s work, about the same as his season earnings in baseball parks.
A civic club in Decatur encourages members to join every community project to project leadership qualities. The text frames active participation as a path to being seen as a capable leader of men.
The Decatur Kiwanis Club wrapped up its annual fall trade expansion effort, its second year, praised by thousands of rural residents who were encouraged to spend dollars in Decatur trade channels. The campaign aimed to boost friendship and local business, highlighting rural trade growth.
In the Christmas Eve Daily edition readers are invited to review greetings from over 200 Decatur organizations firms and people. The messages share holiday wishes and explain that everyone cannot be reached but the newspaper will carry a brief Christmas story and greetings from friends.
In Washington Senator Hugo Black criticizes the state party move while urging unity. He insists loyal Democrats must follow the majority to secure victory in 1928, stressing there is no middle ground in the party's direction.
The Alabama Journal quotes a Daily editorial criticizing the Alabama Democratic State Committee for barring candidates who opposed or voted against the party. It argues the move could split Democrats, weakens national unity, and risks Alabama’s role in future political orders. Senator Heflin is noted as a strategic target in this intra party clash.
The piece surveys editors praising Japanese practicality at the London naval talks and reports cordial exchanges between Britain and Russia via the ambassador. it notes bootleg runners, hijackings, and a grim Mexico scene as Gen. Calles tours his ranch with thousands of workers lining the road before a lunch gathering.
The note speaks of peace on earth and good will to all, wishing readers a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. It warns that only a few hours remain for Christmas shopping and reflects on the year's efforts to bring smiles.
A poem and historical note on the Christmas tree origins and its spread from Teutons to Christianity. It contrasts a child’s view of a tree abroad with the traditional story of candles, popcorn, and presents, and explains how trees and window candles symbolize Christmas across eras.
Hollywood critics note a shift from single stars to ensemble casts and strong titles. The industry’s early 1930 schedule hints at a trend toward group appeal over marquee names, with many upcoming films relying on capable ensembles rather than Garbo, Bow, Marilyn Monroe, or other top stars.
The author notes that in this country leaders hire Billy Sunday to entertain workers or offer stock in the company to settle strikes, and sometimes lock workers out. The piece laments that inviting 5 000 people to lunch at once has never happened here.
Wall Street shares faced a quiet Saturday as investors moved cash to France on the Olympic and prepared to claim losses for tax purposes. The market saw twelve million five hundred thousand dollars shifted from U.S. equities, with traders seeking write offs amid the quake in stock values.
The text notes income tax selling will stop on December 31 and that the president and informed figures are optimistic about prospects. It cautions that the employment picture remains weak but suggests the economy may have reached a bottom and could rise again.
Dense fogs in the East disrupt shipping and stop air mail for days. The piece notes that helicopter aviation could pierce thick fog by rising above it to perform its tasks regardless of weather.
F. C. Chichester, a cheerful British flyer, began a solo voyage Saturday from London in a tiny moth plane bound for Australia. He aims to surpass the world record of 15 days, noting that aviation proves men can do much though many are killed doing it.
Limestone County reports interest payments in Athens Alabama on December 23 with officials noting the disbursement details.
Between August first and December first 11 talkies were made 10 of them starring vehicles. From December first to April thirtieth 25 productions are planned of which 16 will star principals. The rest will be specials with all star casts featuring Nancy Carroll Richard Arlen Gary Cooper Ruth Chatterton and William Powell.
A new fan magazine discusses Hollywood suppress agents and film colony scandals unearthed by an author who claims many cases were kept off print by press agents. A local paper recently ran a front page two column spread on a divorce involving a leading star, raising the chance that other celebrities could be drawn in.
In 1930 Limestone County Bank of Athens emerged as the successful bidder at a local auction. The Farmers and Merchants Bank of Athens, the current depository, placed the only other bid of 43-8 per [unit], framing the competitive outcome for county financial affairs.
Community boosters praise Decatur for steady growth, strong schools, and active clubs. Residents cite safety, volunteer spirit, and revitalized downtown as key positives fueling pride and attracting families.
A concise market note highlights Decatur real estate as a steady investment option expected to yield dividends for investors seeking consistent income.
Idaho Senator Borah learns an ancestor was a Bohemian king after a Wisconsin editor sent a genealogical report. The royal line allegedly includes a dethroned Bohemian monarch who fled to Germany then France where his daughter married a French prince.
The dethroned king returns to Germany with his family as Borah clan members wed and settle there forming the foundation of the commoner Borahs. A senator reads the report with amusement and dictates a reply to Boethe questioning royal blood and possible substantiation to dodge accusations of communism or socialism.
As Congress opened the seventy first session a silver and ebony mace was placed near the speaker. The mace symbolizes the legislative authority of the house and will stay until the session ends next summer.
The four foot long mace, worn smooth since 1941, marks a regular session in attendance and the sergeant at arms authority. It imitates an Italian rod of ebony with transverse silver ribbons and a central silver rod holding a globe etched to show the earth.
The weather bureau reports a precipitation total of a quarter inch up to seven this morning. No additional significant weather events are noted.
The Tennessee River level was easing this morning with a gage reading of 8.2 feet, signaling a gradual drop in water. Local officials monitor fluctuations as river conditions shift.
New York report notes Sara Botzaris,Greco Italian protege of George Bernard Shaw,is in the city with a sculpture exhibit. The 34 year old artist resembles Mussolini in photos and is described as descendant of Greek liberator Botzaris and court painter Anastas Botzaritch. Shaw helped obtain sittings for busts of celebrities including Jean Forbes Robertson and Edith Sitwell.
Shavian patronage notes Shaw twice visited Botzaris London exhibition. He praised the obelisk model on a desk note and later wrote a £60 check to help Botzaris’ travels. Botzaris plans to place the obelisk as a memorial, possibly in Munich, to the Moses tablets subject.
A New York wholesale house keeps mustache cups in stock selling over 50 dozen yearly. Women use them to keep lipstick from smearing while sipping tea. The German maker Otto Goetz operates a store on Fifth Avenue, with red flannel underwear still sold downtown for workers and farmers.
Weather bureau data indicate a high of 29 and a low of 21 degrees during the last 24 hours ending at 7 a m.
Nearly two thousand years ago the Christmas Eve star symbolized a pivotal event. The Three Wise Men carried faith in their hearts, a faith that underpins every achievement from professionals to artists and craftsmen. The Christmas spirit shines in the faith we show toward others and in the worthwhile things aiding our development.
A 3 A DAY entry defines eject as to cast forth or evict from place or office. Fallal is described as a trifling trinket or bauble. Indolent means lazy or fond of ease, avoiding labor.
A Bible excerpt recounts Mary giving birth to Jesus in a manger due to no room at the inn. Shepherds watch nearby as an angel proclaims good news of a savior born in the city of David, Christ the Lord, bringing joy to all people.
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