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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1928
Page
4
Eyster returned to the University of Alabama today confirming a move back to campus. No further details were provided about the reason or role in this return.
A fragmented report notes turmoil among auto industry creditors and coal dealers, with references to Tex Rickard and a national sense of shifting fortunes. The piece hints at a changing market where past emblems like rabbits lose prominence and caution rises among business owners.
The article notes a busy Pan American schedule with many passengers despite reliance on automobile buses. It mentions Christmas shopping ending for the year and teases a forthcoming policy urging people to pay their poll tax.
As the year ends, officials note a tentative bridge plan placing Morgan and Limestone on neighborly terms, a project seen as a small but meaningful achievement to be thankful for.
Citizens consider how corporate taxes are funded and whether reforms could shift power away from large interests. The discussion centers on potential moves to alter the tax system and curb the influence of big corporate players in local governance.
Morgan county seeds a growing cotton yield as the season nears a 35,000 total, signaling strong prospects for farmers if the next harvest mirrors the last.
A fragment notes people leaving home for Christmas travel amid a sense of stateside departures and holiday movements.
Decatur celebrates Sammy Baker a local youth rising in boxing as the third best welterweight in America today. Her progress marks a proud moment for the community and youth athletic efforts.
An OCR fragment recalls Birmingham’s 1927 incident when citizens entered a cigar store to pay a tax, linked to Dr. Conner and reported in the Birmingham Post. The note hints at political or social intrigue surrounding a tax imposed by legislation.
Morgan and Limestone counties await Governor Graves as plans firm for an early year dedication of the Keller Menor bridge. Morgan regrets the omission from the governor’s itinerary while Limestone looks to a future visit by the chief executive.
The passage questions bond issues aimed at funding rural school facilities, asking whether such bonds truly benefit farms and homes or merely create a page on every Alabama home and farm. It contrasts roads, bridges, and schools in the context of bond funding.
The regime bans solicitation of money from government employees and any extraneous wage boosting. It vows public workers must keep their earnings without further hat passing or illicit fund collection, signaling tighter control over pay and donations.
A Fort Worth style obituary notes the death of Mike Donahue, longtime Auburn coach and Yale alumnus. The piece recalls his 19 year tenure and his impact on Southern football, drawing sorrow from players and fans across Auburn and the region.
Morgan County Court 준비 grand jury session in January as legislature grants county court authority to try felonies and handle more cases. The change splits circuit duties, easing backlogs and boosting efficiency across Morgan and neighboring counties in North Alabama.
The Daily argues 1928 should be Decatur’s best year, urging broad civic cooperation to attract new industry. It cites past collaborations with Connecticut Mills Company and hosiery mill campaigns as proof of community effort driving progress and calls readers to lead future campaigns.
The Eagle criticizes ridicule aimed at Admiral Tom Heflin while defending him from attacks. The Daily noted the term Admiral and argued opponents gain little by piling abuse, urging statesmen to exhibit more than strength to withstand ridicule.
An appeal invites readers to subscribe to the firemen's radio fund as a seasonal gesture of goodwill and support for station operations during the holidays.
It appears Decatur will not have spring base ball. Fans are advised to drive to Huntsville where the bridge and highway should be ready by then.
The remark suggests that if Hickman pleads insanity and avoids punishment, the case might persuade people to drop insanity as a defense in American jurisprudence.
A fragmented note reflects on Christmas ending as the speaker remarks on worn items and Santa Claus gifts. The tone hints at lingering consumption of holiday cigars despite the season closing.
The Daily adds J. W. Rabb to its staff, signaling another step toward delivering the best possible news to Morgan, Lawrence, and Limestone counties. The paper has long aimed to be a home town newspaper serving the people of the three counties.
Article notes Rockefeller's reaction to labor issues involving colored porters and their employment prospects. It discusses responses to worker rights and potential industry reforms within the transportation sector.
In Winslow Arizona readers hear debate on Hoover eligibility noting the Constitution requires fourteen years of US residency. The piece argues Hoover’s global engineering work and war relief service do not disqualify him and contrasts with comments about Lincoln Grant and Rockefeller in a defense of Hoover’s qualifications.
The article notes Mr Rockefeller credited early success to patience and economy, while also highlighting his skill in listening to others and taking advice. It suggests many aspirants lack this trait despite wishing to emulate his rise.
The Northwestern Union Pacific lines introduce twelve young Chinese as club car porters replacing African American porters. Most are American born. Officials expect good service, though public sentiment may oppose replacing colored workers who are descendants of enslaved people and deserve special consideration.
The article notes Charles Lindberghs dangerous overflight of Guatemalas and Nicaragua focusing on vast forests and uninhabited tropical regions. It urges building a sea level canal through Nicaragua without delay to boost national interests.
A proposal for a new canal linking the Atlantic and Pacific without locks is urged to start immediately to outrun Panama Canal traffic. The text emphasizes US ownership and the land on both sides and mentions Lindbergh entering Guatemala City and flying between two volcanoes named Fuega and Aqua, symbolizing fire and water in youth.
Decatur plans a state wide event for the opening of the Bee Line bridge over the river. Mayors and councils from border towns governors and U S senators are expected to attend highlighting Alabama and Morgan county civic pride and a moving picture coverage for national exposure.
A brief note defines habiliment as a garment, muscatel as a sweet wine from Italy Spain and France, and poser as a puzzling or puzzling question or fact, reflecting a compact lexicographic fragment.
A crime story notes a kidnapper and murderer may escape first degree conviction as doctors claim the girl died of fright. The defendant confesses dismembering the body and defends he merely frightened her to death. The piece comments on the need for a strong lawyer amid public fury. It also mentions a Pueblo Star Journal definition of true love.
A devotional excerpt from Psalms 71 1 7 emphasizes placing trust in God delivering the speaker from the unrighteous and cruel, seeking salvation through God's righteousness and protection. The speaker prays for rescue and steadfast refuge.
F A Bloodworth president of Morgan County National Bank has been ill at home on Johnston street for weeks. He is able to sit up and plans to depart Wednesday for Biloxi Mississippi to recuperate. Hope for Decatur, wishes may come true with neighborly action.
Just One Year Jan 3 1927 Speake & Roper successors to H R Speake announce the new firm name with same policies today. About 700 calls handled at The Daily office Saturday afternoon. Alabama Stanford score noted. Bee Line highway south of here open to traffic. bridge north of Flint crossing in use. W F E Shackleford of City National Bank promoted to assistant cashier. John Patterson Morgan county legislator returns to Montgomery.
Small fire Sunday morning damaged a dining room area behind a heater at the Johnston street residence of F. A. Bloodworth. Firemen confined the blaze to a small section, limiting damage to the room.
Dr Copeland explains infant stomach capacity grows from four to six tablespoons at birth to about four times larger by three months. Overfeeding makes vomiting likely and deprives proper nourishment. Emphasizes weight gain as cure test, careful feeding, clean utensils, and consulting a doctor for each baby’s needs.
A festive piece urges leaving past troubles behind and embracing a bright future with faith and cheer. It closes with a string of lighthearted quips about manners, marriage, and city versus country life, reflecting a dated humorous tone.
Charles Burton Bartee, born in Gurley, became a salesman for Graham Paper. He co owned Model Printing, worked at The Daily, and held brokerage roles before moving between Mobile and Louisville Pap. He joined the Graham company again in 1917. He married Maud Smith in 1927 and was active in First Methodist Church, Mason, the Junior Chamber of Commerce, and other local ventures.
H B Slaughter formerly of Chicago has left for Hot Springs Arkansas for his health. His business here will continue under management of Scales.
A local call urges residents of Decatur to commit their share to community growth. Officials frame the effort as essential for expansion, asking households and businesses to participate to boost services and development.
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