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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1929
Page
10
Industry leaders report 1929 produced more vehicles than any prior year with 5,017,806 through November and 4,601,130 in 1928. Eight cylinder models rise, four wheel brakes become standard, heavier engines and longer cars appear, and January shows promise for further new models in New York Detroit and Chicago.
An enormous increase in cases at the state laboratory has been noted in recent years. Annual examinations rose without a corresponding rise in staff of bacterologists and serologists during the year about to end.
Dr H C McRee told a Daily representative that the health plan for the county in 1930 will be ambitious. The program will focus on sanitary work with emphasis on diphtheria control and malaria eradication.
Chief of Police C. M. Riggsbee and Patrolman Simmons recovered two rifles alleged stolen from the Lafayette Street gallery. The guns were found in a local second hand store and an arrest was said to have been made in connection with the robbery.
Twenty three industries are working daily in Decatur. Bring your best efforts to bear and watch the result in accomplishment.
Semon Shestakov of Moscow will head a Soviet expedition to locate Carl Ben Eielson the missing aviator whose aircraft disappeared along the Siberian coast after a flight from Moscow to New York. The AP photo caption notes Shestakov's role in the search.
The 1930 automovie affairs calendar centers on a major event, the International Road Congress, planned to be held in Washington in October. Industry leaders and officials will discuss road standards, safety, and advancements in transportation policy.
Royal Copeland cautions that fashion driven dieting risks health and longevity. He advocates moderate eating, daily exercise, water intake, and wise food choices while debunking unsafe drug use. Includes Q&A on weight for teens and guidance on gaining weight safely.
Rev Kaylor pastor of the new Methodist church in West Decatur will preach Sunday afternoon at the home of Burk Hanes 616 Twelfth avenue west. Congregation attention called to the organization meeting New Year’s night at Leon ard McCulloch’s home.
The final meeting of the year will be held by the Decatur Rotary Club Monday at noon at the Y M C A. Committee reports and general discussion of club activities will feature the program.
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a 10:30 a m meeting to finalize the sale of 360 000 worth of refunding bonds. Delivery is expected soon after January 1. The notice urges investment in Decatur real estate and hints at future development in Decatur and the Tennessee Valley.
A concise call to back home businesses throughout the year, encouraging readers to shop locally and sustain community commerce beyond holiday seasons. The message emphasizes steady patronage to strengthen local economies and merchants.
Christmas Eve sales at the Decatur curb market totaled $105.10 with eight sellers present. Morning sales climbed to $110, reflecting solid demand from local consumers despite few participants.
Democrats in Jefferson County anticipate a January meeting of the Executive Committee to decide on barring bolting candidates from the party primary. Sentiment is mixed as the committee prepares to set fees and rules for participation.
Thirty items were listed with eleven sellers taking part. Road conditions and wintry weather reduced the number of sellers offering stock on the market.
Mrs. J. T. Nelson chief of the Decatur market says demand outpaces supply and that they could sell twice as much produce. She notes consumer demand not met at expected rates and predicts December sales will exceed December of last year.
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