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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1929
Page
4
Dreaming by the Fire On Chilly Night Reflections
A solitary observer sits in an arm chair beside the family hearth and dreams of futures. The text muses on tomorrow while praising the beauty of evenings past and the charm of cold nights.
City Clerk Deplores Cramped City Hall Quarters
City Clerk Collier complained Monday about the cramped Railroad Street city hall quarters and voiced hope for an adequate facility soon. He noted the town’s majority would approve selling current properties at a profitable figure, as residents favor progress and sensible advancement in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Collier
Railroad Street
Farm and home agents urge Morgan County boost
A Huntsville Daily Times note quotes Madison County agent J B Mitchell predicting 100000 bales of cotton annually on less land with remaining acreage used for other crops. The writer argues Morgan County should reestablish farm and home demonstration agents to lift agricultural income and productivity to Madison’s level.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huntsville Daily Times
J. B. Mitchell
Madison County
Mitchell
Morgan County
Mr. Mitchell
Morgan
Sterchi Firms Report 1928 Sales Above 250000
J L Shumake of Sterchi Bros and Shumake retail furniture firms operating two Decatur stores announce year 1928 sales exceeded 250000. They credit steady newspaper advertising and clerk training with strong results and pose questions on advertising value and local readership across nearby counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sterchi
J. L. Shumake
Sterchi Bros. & Shumake
Decatur
First Opportunity Of The Year For Business In 1929
The Daily urges a strong start to 1929 as the year opens with opportunities for better business. It stresses learning from 1928’s outcomes, improving daily methods, and building confidence to achieve year end stability and increased profits.
Increasing Service of Tennessee Valley Laboratory
The annual report by Dr. A J Perolio, director of the Tennessee Valley Laboratory, shows more physicians using the lab across nine northern counties. It presents health conditions in the valley and praises Alabama's health service as highly efficient.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tennessee Valley Laboratory
A. J. Perolio
Tennessee Valley
Road bond issue eyed by Alabama officials and press
Alabamians from the Gulf Coast to the Tennessee line debate a proposed constitutional amendment to fund road building. Speaker J Lee Long advocates a $50 million bond plan with annual limits and a one cent gas tax rise, asserting six year issuance and need for assured road projects in north Alabama counties. The newspaper endorses bonds but urges definite commitments for Cullman Morgan Limestone and Lawrence counties before ratification.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gulf Coast
Tennessee
Alabama
J. Lee Long
House
South
Charles McDowell
Speaker Long
Cullman
Morgan
Limestone
Lawrence
Tail-lights on cows spark Connecticut legal debate
A Connecticut farmer faces a $2,500 damage suit after a night collision with an unlighted cow. The New York Times notes the law requires tail-lights for livestock after dusk, arguing enforcement protects motorists and farmers alike. The piece muses on practical limits of tail-lighting for wild or roaming animals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mere Miller
Connecticut
Dtk
New York Times
Miller
Dodge Sedan Missing Since Saturday Found in Alabama
A Dodge sedan owned by T. J. Coffee of west Decatur was located after being missing since Saturday. It was found at Morris, Alabama, between Warrior and Birmingham. Three youths reportedly attempted to leave a Morris garage without paying. one was detained at Cullman, Alabama, and the owner’s name was learned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. J. Coffee
West Decatur
Morgan County
Morris
Ala
Warrior
Birmingham
Cullman
One Is Out and One Back at City Hall
John Wilks, attache of the Railroad Street city hall offices, is away from duty with influenza. Henry Hartung, assistant city clerk, is barely able to be back at his desk after an influenza attack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Wilks
Railroad Street
Henry Hartung
Well-Known Negro Dies at Home Here
Malissie Kellar, a well known Negro woman, died at her home Sunday at age 87. Born in 1841 in Lawrence county, she had lived in Decatur 28 years and served in the Broadus household for 25 years. Widely respected by white friends and seen as a leader by her race, she left a lasting impression in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malissie Kellar
Lawrence County
Decatur
Mary Broadus
Malissie
Burning Rubbish Alarm Triggers Fire Truck Run
HARTSELLE Ala Jan 2 A fire alarm was turned in Friday as rubbish burned at Arthur Stephenson’s corner Hickory and South Sloss streets, prompting a fire truck response with no reported property damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartselle
Ala
Arthur Stephenson
Hickory
South Sloss
Girls Club and Mothers Club Meet at Community House
The Girls Club met at 12 30 on Wednesday at the Connecticut Mills Community House with the Mothers Club gathering there at 2 00 in the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connecticut Mills
Mothers
Y M C A Night School Resumes Wednesday Evening
Classes in the Y M C A night school will be resumed Wednesday evening at 7 15 oclock and the attendance of all those enrolled in the school was urged.
Still Confined W E Crawford Postmaster Illness
Still confined due to influenza at home, postmaster W E Crawford was taken in Saturday night and has remained indoors since then.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. E. Crawford
Mr. Crawford
Match Schedule: Machinists vs Connecticut Mills Bowling Duo
The Machinists face Connecticut Mills in a Y M C A bowling tournament match set for Tuesday evening at 7 30. Both teams compete for early lead in the standings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connecticut Mills
Features On The Air Wednesday Jan 2 Evening Programs
A radio schedule listing 8:00 Troubadours from Whoopee across WEAF and 15 affiliate stations. 8:30 Olive Palmer and Revelers from Carmen. 8:30 Smoker Hill Bikes. 9:00 Chicago Grand Opera. 9:30 Night Club Romances Accidental Meeting across multiple affiliates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Troubadours
WEAF
WRC
WGY
WTAM
WWJ
WGN
WTMJ
KSD
WOW
WDAF
WBAP
KPRC
WOAI
WHAS
WSM
WMC
WSB
KOA
KSTP
Olive Palmer
Revelers
Carmen
WJAX
KWOO
WFAA
WOW Woai
KPO
KGO
KFI
KGW
KOMO
KHQ
Hill Bikes
WOR
WADC
WEKRC
WGHP
WMAQ
WOWO
KMOX
KMBC
KOIL
WSPD
WHK
WCCO
Chicago Grand Opera
KYW
WJZ
KDKA
WLW
WJR
WENR
KWK
WKRC
College students and travelers in brief return notes
John Burke Scheer returns to Marysville College Tennessee to resume studies. Arthur Dix goes back to Birmingham for Howard College. Rev J D McCready returns from a week in Birmingham. Miss Charlotte Broadus to return Wednesday from New York City and Washington after a holiday visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Burke Scheer
Marysville College
Marysville
Tenn
Arthur Dix
Birmingham
Howard College
J. D. McCready
Charlotte Broadus
New York City
Washington
Definitions of anatomical and architectural terms
The list explains a day above a room recessed area used for a bed, the aorta as the main artery carrying blood from the heart to the body, and a vale meaning to descend lower or bring low. It covers three distinct terms with concise meanings.
No Estimate Made Upon Flu Cases in Decatur
Dr. A. J. Perolio director of the Tennessee Valley laboratory says no estimate can be given for influenza cases in Decatur. He notes physicians do not report and many mild cases avoid medical attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur
A. J. Perolio
Tennessee Valley Laboratory
Perolio
Jamieson Continues Ill on Seventh Avenue West
Jamieson remains ill and is reported continuing illness on Seventh Avenue West. No further details are given on duration or condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jamieson
Seventh Avenue
Jamieson Called To Bedside Of Critically Ill Son
Mrs. J. M. Jamieson of Boonville Mississippi was summoned to her son’s bedside as he lies critically ill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Jamieson
Boonville, Miss
Riverside Club Meets This Thursday Evening
The Riverside Hit club will meet at 7:00 o clock Thursday evening. All members were requested to be present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverside Club
Riverside Hit Club
Bowlers Meet The Chanticleers In MA C A Tournament
The Chanticleers will meet The Daily bowlers in a Thursday evening MA C A tournament clash. Local league details not fully readable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chanticleers
Wyker Suffering Influenza Attack
Local business figure J. W. Wyker is reported to be suffering an influenza attack, with details limited to the illness and affected party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Wyker
Rankin Returns Home After Illness confinement
Marvin R. Rankin, a well known local business man, was able to be out today after being confined to his home for several days due to illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marvin R. Rankin
Weather highs and lows for today reported
The weather bureau released a 24 hour temperature range ending at seven this morning with a maximum of 42 and a minimum of 26.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Weather Bureau
Gailey Guest Of Homefolks For Holidays
Tom Gailey a former Decatur resident and longtime steamboat pilot on the Tennessee River is now running a hotel in south Alabama. He is visiting homefolks for the holidays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Gailey
Decatur
Tennessee River
South
Alabama
Roads From Cullman County To Decatur Described As Excellent
Road conditions are reported as excellent on routes leading from Cullman County toward Decatur, indicating smooth travel and favorable driving surfaces for motorists and travelers in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cullman County
Decatur
Mode of Living May Increase Pulse Rate
An excerpt by Roy L. Copeland M D discusses how the heart beats about seventy times per minute and works one third of the time. It explains how higher rates reduce rest and strain the heart, noting nervously driven rapid pulse and the role of the nervous system and glasses in correction. It also includes a Q A section with medical guidance on weight, vital organs, and enuresis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Audi Epeed
Inheritance of Tiedness Question by M E T W Q
A reader asks about whether tiedness can be inherited after a certain event or condition. The query explores possible genetic or familial transmission of a trait described as tiedness and seeks guidance on implications.
Obituary Note Credits Long Subscriptions
A country paper recalls that the deceased had been a subscriber since the paper’s first issue, noting the long-standing connection and commitment reflected in that enduring association.
Patient survives multiple organ removals after surgery
A nurse reports a patient had his appendix pancreas and spleen removed safely during surgery. The patient quips that all he wanted was a whisky prescription from the doctor.
Quotations and quips on morals and manners in old prose
A collection of wry aphorisms and social observations on marriage, money, manners, and public life. It pairs jokes about polygamy, work, law, rents, beauty ads, and daily routines, reflecting a bygone editorial voice and urban culture.
Dark Kindling and Lantern Jawed Town Tale
A terse household vignette follows a man chopping kindling after dark by Maude’s light. The narrator notes aging perceptions of beauty and questions whether newspapers were ever sized to fit pantry shelves, hinting at era echoes and memory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maude
Man Credits Being Coatless To Gaining Credit For Nothing
A writer argues that claiming virtue for appearing without a coat is mere self praise. The piece critiques those who equate sartorial exposure with merit, asserting genuine achievement rests elsewhere and not on outward display.
Prisoner Denies Crime as Judge Reflects on Hangings
A man convicted of stealing a horse faces a stern judge who notes fifty years ago the offense carried hanging. The prisoner quips that in fifty years it may not be a crime at all, highlighting changing views on punishment. The scene contrasts modern fashion with the prisoner’s profile as a live wire referenced by observers.
Quack Letter Sparks Money Saving Joke
A pat ent medicine quack quips that saving money for a rainy day leads some to expect a flood. A reader writes about taking the first dose of a medicine, provoking a brief exchange with a responding verse.
Influenza Spreads Across States, Atlantic Coast Alarms
Reports to the public health service show 1,600 new Michigan cases and 1,048 Maryland cases for the week ended December 29, with at least 58,690 new cases in the two states. Officials also note Virginia estimates around 40,800, indicating continued influenza spread along the Atlantic coast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Public Health Service Today
Michigan
Maryland
Virginia
Atlantic
Judge Elect Victim of Flu Attack in Hartselle
Hartsel le Alabama January 2 probate Judge elect M D Wiggins has been confined to his room for several days a victim of influenza His many friends are glad the attack is not serious and he will soon be out meeting them
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartselle
Ala
M. D. Wiggins
Decatur Citizens Support Local Industries
Decatur residents express strong interest in the success and growth of existing local industries. Community leaders note ongoing efforts to attract investment, improve jobs, and sustain economic activity in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur
Decatur's Sound Structure Project Development Plan
The report outlines a development program for Decatur's sound structure project focusing on planning, funding, and community input. It notes phased milestones, collaboration with city departments, and timelines to implement infrastructure upgrades and acoustical improvements.
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THE
Decatur Daily
Tennessee Valley Printing Co., Inc
W. R. Shelton
B. C. Shelton
Benjamin Bloodworth
R. T. Sheppard
Associated Press
By Mail
Earl Curzon
Kedleston
Grace Duggan
Walter H. Todd
Leta Bess Harrison
Defiance
Ohio
Henry Goidel
New York
Canada
Robert Jervis
Atlanta
Georgia Tech
Chicago
Alabama Power Company
Board of Revenue
Cullman, Morgan
Limestone County
Alabama Health Service
State Department
State Department of Health
Union
Lee Long
Long
North Alabama
Commonwealth
Winsted
Bridgeport
Douglas
Simeon E. Baldwin
Anniston Star
City Hall
Gailey
Royal S. Copeland
United States
John
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