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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1936
Page
4
A partial obituary note honors a founder member of the Associated Press and a patriot who believed the United States stood alone in defending the nation. The text recalls a life dedicated to public service and wartime effort, noting his enduring influence on journalism.
Farmers in 1937 pledge to rely on the Farm Exchange frequently, claiming they can gain money from sources unseen, at no cost. The note emphasizes that the program offers benefits without any expense to participants.
The passage notes that influence of Coughlin Townsend Smith has fallen to a low level in 1936, suggesting Americans are sensible. It references Al and Gerald Smith in discussing the decrease and implies a broader national sentiment.
The Wheeler Lake waters rise prompting a push to develop Decatur s natural resources. Officials cite fishing grounds and resort potential as keys to drawing tourist trade, forecasting thousands of dollars in new revenue from outside visitors.
The Daily regrets failing to publish all children letters before Christmas and hopes the figure of Santa Claus delivered every wish anyway.
The Rotary Club, led by Tom Fitzpatrick, organized a larger Christmas outreach than last year delivering gifts and baskets to about 360 children. The Daily credits the club's careful planning and member effort for the successful program.
Health Parley President Roosevelt gives personal welcome as conference in session in Washington studies cure and control of venereal diseases. Officials expect recognition of benefits to aid success. public eager for action after delays in addressing the spread. The South faces unique impact due to domestic service reliance.
The article notes the passing of Arthur Brisbane and states that no successor will fill his role for TODAY readers. It cites Katie presenting views and reflects on Brisbane’s impact and the column’s tone.
In Dorothy Thompson's interview with a young Austrian arrival, he rejects military conscription and taxes, criticizing government control. He seeks liberty, to earn and save, own property, and live without interference, defining freedom as the ability to breathe and be a man in a new land.
The court announces a change to start the spring term on the third Monday in February, discontinuing April and June terms. The February five week session is expected to clear the dockets. Community notes include the Christian Men's Council meeting at First Methodist church and local visits and travels of several residents and students.
From The Brushville Bugle, Miss Mitz Mimlette won first prize at a Friday night poverty social with an original costume built from leather hip boots once worn by her grandfather. The event drew merriment as costumes delighted attendees.
A humorous exchange recounts a successful man in a cab and a hobo on a Chicago platform. A woman comments on work and references while a relief agent jokes about a “model husband” who is only a blueprint.
An amusing mixed-page item features a limerick about the independent Spratt couple on relief, a note debunking red hair temper myths, a quip on politeness as an air cushion, a nonsensical line about eee, and a cartoonish exchange where Harold invites his mother to the zoo elephants.
A worker expresses gratitude for trust and vows to act rightly to protect faith. The boss asks about arithmetic progress, and Sam jokes about difficulty with figures. The message ends noting a key to success lies with you.
R H Walker editor of the Limestone Democrat and speaker of the Alabama house remains ill at his home in Athens and will miss the January 5 reconvened special session after recent heart surgery at Vanderbilt hospital. He endorses no sales or gross receipts tax per his campaign pledge and says he would have voted against them.
Limestone county residents meet at the courthouse to form an Anti Tax League led by A. G. White as chair and M. M. Rosenau as secretary. The group plans to resist gross receipts taxes and pursue the issue to the United States Supreme Court, using rebellion only as a last resort.
Oklahoma City police report J. H. Walker chased two youths who ran from his garage with a mattress. He found the mattress in a trash wagon and climbed in to stop them. In the wagon he found two small boys who admitted waking the mattress.
A physician describes a posture disorder in midlife weight gain where excess abdominal fat tilts the torso forward, rounds the shoulders, and impairs breathing. The condition reduces tidal, complemental, and supplemental air, risking chronic lung change and possible heart or kidney complications if untreated, with further discussion promised.
The editor announces seven Dr. Logan Clendening pamphlets available for ten cents each plus a self addressed stamped envelope. Titles include Infant Feeding Diabetes Treatment and Care of Hair and Skin.
A historical sketch of Cecil Rhodes from his youth in 1869 South Africa to his rise as head of a vast diamond empire. It notes his wealth, political machinations, creation of Rhodesia, and death in 1902 at 49, leaving funds to an Oxford scholarship. The reference ends with Groote Schuur estate appearing on a 1927 South Africa stamp.
A 29 year old reader asks who is considered the Betsy Ross of Spain, prompting speculation about a notable figure linked to national symbols or a makers’ heritage in Spain's history.
Miss Pearl Gardner of Cornell Universitys Agricultural School told the American Association for the Advancement of Science convention that a cow possesses more sense than a horse and just ahead of sheep, challenging the common belief that horses are the wiser animal.
In Kansas City Sergt Pat Conlon and Patrolman James Simpson responded to a vicious animal call at P E Coleman’s home. They found a skunk in a mattress roll, sealed the ends and hauled it to the yard. They fired into it, but the animal escaped unharmed and enraged. Back at the station Lieut Jake Rabinowitz warned the officers to keep away as the place reeked.
Walter Winchell recalls the Hollywoodland sign stunt and a star’s suicide attempt, interwoven with Broadway chatter. The piece notes a producer racing to stop a planned act, a blackout moment, and a quip about the Merry Wife of Windsor. It blends gossip, police moments, and festival showbiz lore.
An odd diary fragment reflects comic, slang filled delirium with names like Gypsy Bugz Lees, Jeanjir Rojjiz, Jun Kruffud, Beely Vikersin, Gr Itta Garber and Beely Vikersin. The speaker jokes about make believe schemes and upcoming antics with playful mock dialogue. Robert Taylor telephone number appears as a misread artifact.
A reflective column reviews Christmas generosity and human kindness. The writer meets a man returning home, who finds a "break" through support from strangers and friends. The piece extols acts of kindness as priceless gifts and urges a lasting spirit of compassion beyond the holidays.
The Florida Supreme Court ruled a so called law on registration of bills of sale invalid. The decision followed a case by Tallahassee dealer James Messer after the Senate and House failed to approve the measures at the last session.
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