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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1938
Page
2
Signs show the administration seeking Vice President Garner's cooperation for the upcoming congressional session. Garner, described as jovial and influential against some New Deal proposals, has met repeatedly with administration officials and lawmakers since returning from his Uvalde Texas home.
In Washington on December 11 the Senate Democrats unanimously re elected Senator Barkley of Kentucky as majority leader after a brief 20 minute caucus marked by cordial mood. Barkley was renominated by Senator Pitman with Harrison serving as temporary chair. The caucus also re elected Senator Lewis as party whip and Senator Minton as assistant whip, with Senator Lee named secretary of the Democratic conference succeeding Hugo Black.
Washington factions eyed Garner and Wallace as administration plans for farm relief and WPA changes surfaced. Wal lace sought talks with the vice president while Rayburn and Hopkins discussed party unity and politics ahead of Congress convening. Senators planned caucuses to elect leadership as forecasts floated varied sessions.
Wheat prices rose about a cent a bushel as trading closed for the year in Chicago. The advance left the market at its highest level since the September scare with closes about 1 2 7 8 cents higher.
Senators report the vice president suggested curtailing federal outlays to farmers and backing a domestic allotment plan that guarantees prices for domestically consumed farm production. Wallace backs processing taxes to finance the plan while Barkley suggests taxes only as a last resort.
New York reports a year end rally led by rails and steels with firm stocks. Bonds rise as carriers pace gains while curbs improve and industrials demand rises. foreign exchange shows erratic movements with sterling and the franc slipping. Chicago notes wheat strength and flour prospects, corn firm on export sales. Cattle and hogs hold steady. cotton sugar and coffee close.
U S Dept of Agriculture notes steady trade. Calves 25 head, heifers and steers 7.00-9.00, beef cattle 6.00-4.50, top vealers 11.00. Hogs 100 lbs 6.65-7.30, sows down. Lambs to 8.50, ewes 3.00 down.
Traders across New York and abroad begin closing out the year with many markets shut. Cotton trading stops in New York and New Orleans while Liverpool, London, and Paris markets join the Saturday shutdown. The New York Stock Exchange and most Canadian markets reopen Tuesday after a holiday break.
Cummings told the 76th congress that he believed an amendment would be in accord with the majority opinion of our people after outlining the year's activities ending June 30. His remarks emphasize legislative priorities and public backing for constitutional change.
The note from Tokyo on November 18 endorses a new East Asian order under Japanese leadership aimed at genuine international justice and lasting peace. The United States cites prior talks with China on cancelling extraterritorial rights and says only broad changes warrant action, while preserving prewar positions on China questions.
Washington reports a December rise in farm prices and improved farmer purchasing power, with prices of grains fruits and dairy up while meat animals cotton and poultry slip. Officials say the gain supports lessening calls for a full farm law overhaul as 1939 outlook improves purchasing power.
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Merie Koonce, 9, was struck and killed yesterday while crossing the Huntsville Payetteville highway en route to a mailbox. Carl Boyett, 6, walking with her, was slightly injured. State Patrolmen T Barrett and Franklin Moore did not detain the driver.
The Decatur Rotary Club will meet Monday at 12 15 at St Johns Guild. Community notes report railway offices closed for New Years, local hospital operations, and residents returning from holidays.
W. J. Letson 65 died suddenly of a heart attack Friday afternoon at his Courtland blacksmith shop. Rites conducted at Old Bethel church in Lawrence County at 2 p.m. Burial directed by Brown of Decatur. Survived by widow, three sons Melvin Garth Emanuel. three daughters Mesdames Marshall Redding Jake Blackston and E. C. Cowart.
Twelve people were treated in hospitals after four coaches of the Chesapeake & Ohio George Washington flyer derailed about ten miles east of Charleston. Two passengers were seriously hurt and the incident occurred late last night.
Advertises a steam heated three room apartment for rent to a couple. Provides contact phone 256 W and address 909 8th Ave east.
Montgomery Alabama December 31 The two coaching staffs focus on offense as first annual North South All Star charity game nears. Blues coach Lynn Waldorf and Snavely run 30 minute scrimmage cut short for safety while Greys coach Meagher Thomas emphasize passes and running plays. Ed Clary Dick Todd and Eddie Dunn lead Rebels passing with mixed long and short throws. Probable starting lineups not yet announced.
Foregoing firecrackers Brown County Wisconsin tavern keepers refuse service to intoxicated patrons. Cities deploy whoopee squads at night clubs to deter driving and restrain revelers. The Boston and Maine runs a safe whoopee train for those who ride home instead of driving.
The Morgan County Baptist Associational meeting will be held Tuesday at Pleasant Hill Baptist church. The agenda includes devotions, open discussion on association needs, evangelism and missions messages, a lunch break, and business sessions led by Rev. Coffey and Rev. Cobbs.
Sheriff J Street Sandlin and Deputy W E Kilgore destroyed two large stills in Morgan County near Means Bridge eight miles southeast of here. One still ranged 1000 to 1200 gallons, the other 500 to 600 gallons. Neither was in operation.
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