Tremendous Building Boom in the South in 1928
A Baltimore dispatch reports that 1928 saw $1.25 billion in Southern building contracts, with $806.7 million in major construction and the rest for residential work. The Manufacturers Record notes fourth quarter awards show large future activity and continued regional growth into early 1929. Bond financing for public improvements totaled $350.7 million across 1066 issues, with roads paving and bridge bonds also noted.
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Baltimore
Manufacturers Record
South
Building
Indus
Electric power growth and Southern textile expansion in the South
The Manufacturers Record notes large bond issues and state investments totaling 138,114,500 for school work and drainage projects, with 3.6 million horsepower added pending in Southeastern hydro projects. It highlights extensive textile expansion including new mills, weaving, dyeing, knit goods, and diversification as Southern mills upgrade equipment to handle rayon and silk blends amid broader industrial growth.
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South
Real Maple Flavor EREZ'S new taste treat for families
An advertisement extols Staley's maple flavored and honey syrups blending real Canadian maple with corn syrup for a smooth, delicate taste. It promotes Crystal White and Golden Syrups and claims healthful properties and savings at grocers. It also reviews 1928 South regional development in mills, rayon, airports, fuel lines, and rail road investments totaling hundreds of millions.
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Erez
Staley
Aids Inaugural Plans For Hoover Ceremony
Frederic A. Delano serves as vice chair of the committee arranging Herbert Hoover’s inauguration. The document lists state totals for roads, schools, sewers, and miscellaneous items across Georgia Kentucky and Louisiana with sums, highlighting the overall budget allocations.
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Frederic A. Delano
Herbert Hoover
Pioneers Meet The Episcopal Guild
The Pioneer club will hold a meeting Friday evening at seven o clock in the church hall. The gathering aims to discuss upcoming events and community service plans with members encouraged to attend.
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Episcopal Guild Pioneer Club
ITS V DECORAS Bowling Clash At YMCA Priday Night
In a bowling tournament clash the ITS team meets the Decoras at the YMCA Friday evening at 7 30 o clock. The event pits two local squads in a scheduled match with fans urged to attend and support.
Morgan County Farmers Invited to Decatur HQ
Morgan county farmers are invited to make headquarters in Decatur for organizing efforts and community support events. The notice emphasizes local collaboration and practical details to be announced at upcoming meetings.
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Morgan County
Decatur
River Levels and Road Conditions Report
The Tennessee river was stationary this morning with a local gauge reading of 3.4 feet. Roads are reported as excellent from Cullman County toward Decatur Bay and appear safe for travel.
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Tennessee
Cullman County
Decatur Bay
Temperature drops but not the year's coldest night
The weather bureau reported a maximum temperature of 34 degrees and a minimum of 21 degrees last night.
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The
Weather Bureau
How Doctors Treat Colds and Flu Calotabs Ad
Doctors and pharmacists now recommend Calotabs to break up a cold or shorten grippe by taking one or two Calotabs at bedtime with water. Next morning you feel purified and well, with no nausea or stomach upset, and a hearty breakfast. A family package with directions costs 35 cents at any drug store.
Two Precautions to Cut Flu Risk in Epidemics
The article advises two steps to reduce influenza risk. First, protect nose and throat with Mistol used daily at home to clear the head and shield against germs. Second, maintain general health with Najol, a natural product not a laxative, to support the system during epidemics.
Nujol and Mistol Offer Safeguard Against Illness
Take Nujol and Mistol twice daily to stay in first class condition and resist flu or other diseases. The combination treatment is a double safeguard against colds and influenza, with both on sale at all druggists.
Non-stop Pilot Readies Transatlantic Flight Plan
Captain Lewis A. Yancpy and Oliver C. Le Boutellier prepare to pilot Mrs Anne UU Stillman’s plane North Gter on a proposed flight from New York to Resin.
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Lewis A. Yancpy
Oliver C. le Boutellier
Mre
Anne UU. Stillman
New York
T Resin
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