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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1933
Page
2
The Decatur Daily Publichet lists afternoon publication except Sundays. It is printed in Decatur Ale by WEMMERLEE VALLEY PRINTING CO Inc. with editors Shelton managing editor Bloodworth Sheppard, and business manager. Associated Press content reserved for exclusive use.
A farmer pursues independent farming by growing cotton as his primary surplus and selling it in his chosen market, exercising personal judgment and timing rather than relying on a master or external control.
The discussion suggests farm debt pressures in Iowa may push politicians to revisit farm relief, warning that inaction could worsen mortgage burdens for farmers. The line about relief underscores voter concern over agricultural credit in the region.
A bold headline proposes early retirement by age 55 to 56. It highlights health, ambition, and courage as keys to a planned financial future.
A belief is voiced that one day the state will remove property and ad valorem taxes and replace them with a broad income tax paid by every citizen with income. Everyone would share in government costs funding protection.
The text notes early in the year a shift toward improving citizen conditions and rising business activity. It frames this as a seasonal improvement that the public may doubt yet cannot deny the improving mood and value restoration.
Fragmentary newspaper note discusses editors advised not to write at home with a young son present to bless the household. It mentions rare squeaks and language suggestions that will not be drowned despite utmost concern.
The text counsels enduring public scrutiny and rumors as inherent to service. It urges not to worry about destructive criticism, emphasizing a steadfast conscience amid ongoing commentary.
Burvon Rascoe comments in Titans of Literature that Anatole France attended operas while wearing misfitting clothes. He argues France’s self-critique is often commendable though public perception varies.
The National Board of Fire Underwriters prepared a free booklet titled Pay Them All. It argues taxes depress welfare, stating taxes take money, jobs, and business, and urges readers to consider the impact on the economy.
Merle Thorpe's editorial argues Congress must prioritize national interest over local expediency and budget pressures. He cites clashes with vested interests over debt service veteran payments salaries and subsidies, urging lawmakers to rise above parochial clamor and view the nation as a whole.
Senator Henrik Shipstead argues decentralization offers the best path out of the economic maze, favoring industrial decentralization and small, town-based plants near raw materials. He warns technocrats threaten liberty and envisions a nation of dispersed communities with family farms supplying most needs.
The Huntsville Daily Times honors Benton McMillin a longtime Tennessee statesman 60 years in Alabama politics. The former congressman two term governor ambassador to Peru and minister to Guatemala left a legacy of fiscal restraint and party loyalty. His death closes a storied career marked by honesty and Jeffersonian ideals.
Arthur Brisbane reports on social tension and political rhetoric with a focus on public morality and the culture wars. The piece critiques sensational crime fear and calls for stricter measures, reflecting late 19th century media style and discourse.
The essay notes economic light amid gloom with railroads earning more in November and U S trade improving in Germany. It cites Shaw on Gandhi and untouchables, a repeal push for Prohibition, a grieving sea lion, and relief efforts by Harvey D Gibson and the Red Cross. It ends by criticizing Sherman antitrust constraints on saving money and hints at a global shipping cartel.
The item notes a U S government permit to drill for oil in Morgan county and mentions Warren G Harding preparing a rough draft of his inaugural address in Marion Ohio in early February. It also reports on local updates including William Foster recovering at Benevolent hospital a Columbia Tennessee visit by Sam Nelson Jr Curtis Almon joining the Birmingham News advertising staff and a Humanist Society event in New York with a controversial energy donation proposal.
The piece notes global turmoil from Dublin riots to Irish independence, tensions in the Canary Islands, and widespread strikes. It mentions bombings at a neckties factory and a soup paste plant, causing deaths, amid dislike of capitalism.
The government observer reported a trace of rain in Decatur over the past 24 hours. The brief weather note notes light precipitation with no significant rainfall expected.
Former Ambassador Houghton addresses the Women’s National Republican Club arguing in World War I the US helped end German hegemony and install French rule in Europe. He predicts a new Europe held together by force and warns another major war could follow unless the United States stays out with its soldiers.
Logan Clendening provides a 1932 study noting peak colds on January 27 and lowest on July 28, with rises from September and a fall by May. It links cold incidence to weather, dampness, and indoor work, while age groups show varying susceptibility and immunity with age.
A collection of humorous vignettes on marriage debts, parenting, gossip, and social quirks. Quips about the church, household meals, dates, and domestic misadventures mix with wordplay and misheard phrases. Notable lines touch on debt, parenting, and the illusions of love.
A humorous reflection on marriage and aging, comparing a mother of 40 to old stories and warning readers to drive safely. It weaves cautionary notes about oil slicks and driving, urging tire, light, and wiper checks, reduced speed, and skid caution.
Mr and Mrs J A Morris and several nieces and friends spent Wednesday with Miss Olene Morris. Felton Hogan and Thurman Morris joined relatives for dinners at Travis Hogan’s home. Edward Ward returned home after visiting relatives on Hotselle Route 3. Opal and Inez Gray attended a Sunday singing at Falkville and Evelyn Morris spent Sunday night with Lavern Harvey.
Alton Maner left Monday to spend weeks with brother Guinnie Maner in Arlington Texas. Fannie Sims and Bertha Puller and sons visited W. R. Sims. Otto Watkins from near Moulton visited Sims family near Trinity. Lonnie Fuller returned home after a week with T. E. Kyle family in Hartselle. Mamie Lee Standridge of Decatur spent weekend with sister in law Harvey Puller. Aldean Maner of Decatur visited Monday night. Mary Stewart called on Bertha Corral Friday afternoon.
Neel News reports Eva Rose came home Saturday after spending Christmas holidays with relatives at Rogersville. Local families John Ellis E J Puckett E L Thompson attended a birthday dinner at John Kell’s home honoring father E J Stephenson. C V Wallace and children visited Coy Puckett Monday. Ruthie Belle George and children visited M M White Sunday.
Limestone county salaries lag as teachers and other officials await pay. Health unit workers are three to four months behind, school bus drivers are in arrears, and Municipal Court Judge J E Clem has not received a full month’s pay since May. Authorities cite county and city cost cuts yet say debts are paid on time.
Improved Mrs. Tommy McCutcheon recovers at home after suffering an influenza illness for several days in Gum Springs.
In Gum Springs Cecil Cooper, previously stricken with pneumonia, shows improvement and remains at his residence following a severe illness.
Miss Ola Aday of 1401 Seventh Aves N, South, attends a meeting of Southern Bell Telephone workers held in Birmingham this afternoon.
Infant James Elkin Hogan, son of Mr and Mrs Travis Hogan, remains ill at his parents home on Danville Route 1.
Both individuals on Route One are ill at their home suffering influenza attacks.
Leon Maner, a well known local resident, is ill at the home of his parents Mr. and Mrs Onnie Maner in Caddo. The note records his condition and dwelling place for the community notice.
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