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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1928
Page
7
The text urges motorists to consider mortality and urges Chicago to crack down on gangsters by using Alabama speedway highways as a metaphor for tough action.
A Daily plant moved to a new building required heavy lifting by a crew of black workers. They toiled through midnight and day, driven by a foreman who sang a rhythmic chant guiding their muscle power. The piece argues this improvised melody of work is uniquely the Negro’s own.
A letter thread from Dothan readers responds to the Eagle invitation asking what love is. Julian Hall and several contributors offer impressions and definitions, describing love as divine, indescribable, vital to life, and the ultimate happiness, with initials and dates from 1928.
The Eagle seeks readers’ take on love amid twenties flapper culture, pondering perfection and soul, contrasting rose tinted views with a harsh world, and inviting opinions on what love means in that era.
Newspapers nationwide weigh in on Michigan’s new habitual criminal act that imposes life in prison after fourth felony conviction for possession of liquor. Critics call it inhuman and unjust while supporters argue a strong deterrent. The Anniston Star notes varied editorials and public reactions across multiple states.
For six months days grow longer providing more hours to push 1929 as Decatur's best year. If winter remains as pleasant as it has been, North Alabama residents gain reasons to praise the region's climate.
The composing room force of The Dothan Eagle issued a miniature newspaper as a clever Christmas card stunt. Julian Hall provided a copy to The Daily, highlighting contributions from the editorial and mechanical departments.
Huntsville reports continued Monte Sano development with aims for health and pleasure resorts and better roads linking isolated areas to population centers. The piece notes Tennessee’s success with resort visitors and argues Alabama should follow suit, using economy and tourism to benefit the state.
Article discusses a five year demonstration period comparing white child deaths under 15 to earlier four years, aiming to show a 50 percent reduction. It also includes commentary on waste, Ford stock antics, and aviation progress as context.
The estate of Judge Gary, head of the steel trust, totals under 13 million dollars. He reportedly could have earned more by purchasing Steel Common during wartime days, as he advised others to buy.
General Jadwin reports landowners in tracts needed for flood control hold out for prices far above assessed values. The Mississippi valley faces a reluctant few while the nation funds relief and contemplates eminent domain to avoid delays in flood deterrence. Houston Post-Dispatch.
Officers elected by the Decatur division of the Benefit Association of Rail Employes will be installed on the third Friday evening in January. Named are J. R. Collier conductor T. L. Weaver and T. L. Kelley with others to be announced.
The obituary notes the death of Mrs. Callie Woodall beloved in the local community. She is survived by husband Jim Woodall a son a daughter her mother four sisters and three brothers. The item places Decatur as a key regional hub in north Alabama.
Dr Copeland reviews leukemia symptoms including spleen enlargement weight loss and skin pallor and notes gradual onset with possible temporary improvements. He emphasizes the role of diet fresh air sunlight and proper nourishment plus X ray and lab confirmation and praises researchers for advances toward cure.
fragmented diary style update details a father’s financial status through the day with mentions of telegrams funds letters and checks arriving. partial entries note his balance fluctuating from distress to improvement as family communications unfold into the afternoon.
A compact saying contrasts argument avoidance with truth telling and asserts that dreams require action to become real. It features aphorisms about stepping back from disputes and the necessity of waking up to make dreams come true.
A series of wry aphorisms on art and society. The author jokes that interpretation dictates naughtiness, prayers may shift to the Lord, optimism shows in ads for a stolen coat, and the road of least resistance is popular while the income tax is a penalty on success.
Dr H C McRee county health officer is able to sit up at his John street home after an attack of influenza in a mild recovery.
W. H. Sox Sorber, chief of the Decatur fire department, is reported ill at his residence near the street fire station.
The infant of Mr. and Mrs. Misro M. of Albany route 3 died Friday night at 8:30. The funeral service was held at 2 o clock this afternoon at Cheatham Cemetery with interment at the same place. Priest Dipantias conducted the rites.
J. M. Hatfield circulation manager of The Daily remains at his home on East Moulton street with influenza. He likely will be confined for perhaps two weeks as he recovers.
Morgen county farmers are invited to make headquarters in Roads as routes improve toward Cullman county and on to Decatur. Local authorities promote transport links to support agricultural activity and regional commerce.
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