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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1946
Page
4
A compilation laments wartime censorship and political clashes, quoting editorials from Alabama papers on figures like Pepper Paterson and Champ Pickens. It notes ambulance speeds in Louisville and criticizes rapid transport as a life-or-death issue for patients and relatives.
The piece notes President Truman calls Americans to pressure Congress to pass vital economic legislation. It urges Alabama and Tennessee Valley observers to back bills on wage and price controls, housing for veterans, and ending industrial disputes. It urges readers to write their legislators in Washington.
Washington observers say Supreme Court associates await Justice Jackson's return to decide three major cases. Chief Justice Stone hinted at his stance at a holiday gathering, while the court reserved decisions until Jackson's comeback, with trials likely to extend into mid May.
Taxpayer tips advise Washington residents to estimate deductions carefully for the 1945 tax return due March 15. If total deductions exceed 10 percent of income, filing the long form 1040 may save money versus the 1040 short form which allows no more than 10 percent. Unusual medical expenses or substantial interest payments are deductible if they exceed five percent of income.
Miami December building permit applications total 5 122 000 the largest monthly value since August 1925 and more than 1 000 000 higher than all of 1944 combined indicating a sport like surge in construction activity.
London dispatch notes the United Nations may be asked to act on two disputes involving Russia. Iran may seek subvention in Azerbaijan's northern province where Russia shows interest. Turkey may seek intervention over Russia's informal claims to Black Sea territory pending talks with Anglo American diplomats.
A proposed slogan suggests using silk seized in Japan to help pay for U S occupation troops. Government officials discuss whether raw silk could finance part of the national debt and military expenses.
In March the assembly drafts a new charter reducing executive power. De Gaulle has not publicly stated ideas on a constitution but is expected to resist any reduction without a clash.
At the annual Houseware Manufacturers Association display in Chicago, clear pot covers allow a peep at contents. Also shown is a two speed hot plate to brew coffee or keep it warm, and the maker notes it can heat glue as well.
Amsterdam contemplates border changes beyond wartime dreams but now favors extending control only to the Ems River. Dutch officials argue managing a larger area eastward would be impractical after the war.
A government official reviewing Big Four cables describes the stance of France Britain the United States and Russia on Franco Spain. France signals openness to talks with possible action while the United States leans to talk without action Britain avoids talk or action and Russia seeks to act without dialogue.
London reports the United States will receive about 250 000 British portable electric cleaners in the next several months. Vactric Inc has secured orders valued at about 2 000 000 dollars.
Washington observers note pairs not yet listed in a senate roll call may be called. Hill and Tunnell Bridges and Brooks Green and White Aiken and Hart Downey and Byrd Reed and Tydings Glass and Ball Thomas and Gerry Oayes and Pepper and Saltonstall.
Rep Luther Patrick of Atlanta told Birmingham readers of the Bring Back Daddy club that all fathers will be out of the armed forces by June. The remarks came during a talk on January 5 to 7.
A public appeal urges citizens to contact their Congressman to vote for legislation that would improve the economy and raise living standards. The message frames backing the President as a path to ending strife and boosting economic levels for the people.
Walter Winchell notes a Park Avenue scene with a coat-room encounter and a young mother. Broadway chatter covers Oklahoma sales, awards for Bette Davis, critic shots at The Rugged Path, and assorted vaudeville acts, with a humorous bird act aside and shows at the Capitol and Waldorf venues.
An American correspondent notes clown Jack Walden reappeared after a three year absence from the War-Front Circuit. He visited Reuben's and spoke to a table of notorious wisecrackers asking if any jokes had been worth repeating.
Dr. Herman N. Bundesen explains paroxysmal tachycardia a sudden rapid heart rate usually between 116 and 200 per minute. If heart disease is present attacks can cause heart failure or chest pain. most attacks fade with rest and simple maneuvers. Various pressure and reflex techniques may stop the attack, and if needed a sedative drug may be used under medical supervision.
Mobile Alabama January 5 The Danciger Oil and Refining Co well west of the city has again been plugged in a failed attempt to produce oil. State Geologist Walter B Jones announced today as officials ended efforts to strike oil in Mobile County.
In a Pacific arena report England debates lend-lease aid against Colonial uprisings. A Java scene recalls a young British lieutenant informing his colonel that Indonesians held three of their tanks. The colonel replies calmly that the tanks were not paid for, deeming the loss lucky.
A street scene on New Year’s Day includes a station worker dealing with a drunk heckler and a street cleaner. A returned veteran writes a note to 20 friends lamenting housing woes and inviting them to host him and his wife if they fail to find an apartment by January 1. They Found Him An Apt.
Paul Small complains his capital is trapped by rubber bands preventing stock purchases. The quirky obstacle highlights money storage choices and access limits affecting his investment plans.
A jumble of names and notes spans theatre casting, writing projects, and political chatter. Paula Laurence abandons her real name to avoid Spanish credits while Ben Hecht plans an April Madison Square Garden pageant and Louis Bromfield’s rumored Ohio bid circulates.
A New Year message reflects on happiness and sorrow in life. It urges seeking God's presence through 1946 and praying for blessings in every day and event of the year. It honors friendship, faith, and endurance as the year unfolds.
A taxi driver luridly explains a purse scam to his partner while a chorus of social climbers, stenographers, and shoppers comment on appearances and morals. The dialogue riffs on wealth, marriage, and polished pretenses amid a detector of character and wit.
A Decatur resident asks if whipping cream is available today. The message addresses a female shop or neighbor directly and requests confirmation of stock.
A collage of lines on riches and happiness from John Oxenham ends with a prompt to correct a sentence about hatred and cooperation. It moves through a Decatur Girl dialogue about insurance sales, a childlike warning to an agent, and wartime occupation humor, finishing with doors marked PUSH and PULL.
The marriage of James IV of Scotland to Margaret Tudor daughter of Henry VII of England was celebrated as a union of the thistle and the rose.
State National Bank in Alabama lists assets as of December 31 1945 including loans and discounts nine million seven hundred seven thousand six hundred eighty one and 55 dollars overdrafts noted 13 621 33 balance with government obligations securities and other assets. Official call by Comptroller of the Currency under Section 5211.
In a damaged ledger style extract the figures show time deposits at 5,366,966.45 and deposits from the United States Government at 5,408,911.00. State and local government deposits appear as 2,050,200.70 and bank deposits at 783,857.55. Total deposits reach 39,614,761.53 with other liabilities and final liability totals around 390,330.00 and 359,670.00.
The document lists capital accounts including Class A preferred stock with par 188,670 and retireable value 264,138, common stock with total par, and undivided profits. It shows total capital accounts and total liabilities and capital accounts at 40,529,460, plus pledged assets of 5,593,521.20 and secured liabilities of 5,504,145.98 under legal pledge requirements.
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