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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1933
Page
4
The Decatur Daily reports on Democratic debates over repealing the Eighteenth Amendment. It argues for nationwide liquor control safeguards and Federal protection for dry states. A local citizen predicts Alabama may stay dry until neighboring wet states influence change.
Richmond Pearson Hobson references a Collier's Magazine article predicting a Japanese-ruled China under the so called yellow peril. The piece asserts Japanese aims to partition China and proceed despite global opinion, portraying the stakes as dire for Asia.
The article discusses deficiency mortgages where bidders at sales resist high prices and sometimes block sales. It notes Alabama debated the issue in a previous session, with opposition arguing the law protects lenders more than borrowers as realty values fall. It predicts little immediate legislative action but potential future reform efforts.
The Commercial Dispatch notes congress has debated changes to the prohibition laws and a senate committee endorsed repeal of the 18th Amendment but no satisfactory proposal has been presented for public view, signaling no return to open saloons and no rush to flood dry states with liquor.
Mississippi editors urge careful study of homestead tax exemptions. While backing the principle to aid homeowners and encourage civic virtue, they warn against abuses and advocate a maximum exemption to maintain fair funding. The Columbus Dispatch notes the need for equitable, well scoped implementation.
A farmer urged The Daily that Decatur's Chamber of Commerce should actively locate markets for farm products including livestock cotton and corn. The chamber will press on with plans to find the best markets at the right time after the annual membership drive.
A mixed column touches on Governor Roosevelt tariff plans and a mocked steel trade debate, a New York infant murder case, Auguste Piccard and twin birth theories, a Queen Khamet burial site with priests, and a note on Governor Blackwood halting Mrs Snipes’s electric chair execution plans. It also reports Einstein and Lemaitre discussions on the expanding universe and Germany’s military attaches signaling possible future conflict.
The Alabama Public Service Commission approved a maximum street car rate of 8 cents this week. Carl Wilkinson, foreman in The Daily's composing room, is ill. Miss Myrtle Brown, anti tuberculosis nurse, arrived to survey Morgan county. Miss Zula Grissom visits Cullooka Tennessee relatives. Leslie Hanna of Detroit visits his brother E R Hanna.
The plan labels wheat cotton hogs and tobacco as parity targets and defines government produced production estimates. Farmers may limit their output to receive a tax on processors to fund allotment farmers, aiming to raise domestic prices to parity with general US prices.
The text notes cows may freshen and give milk from ages 2 to 18, horses ridden for about 3,000 years, and guinea pigs live typically 4 to 5 years with a maximum of 7 years.
The text contrasts Puritans seeking worship with witch hunts, then cites Irish history under British rule. It notes De Valera suppressing Cosgrave in Dublin and argues power corrupts universally, regardless of nationality, with De Valera protesting limits on expression.
A brief poetic quotation attributes beauty to tears over smiles, noting beauty’s power in sorrow. The lines, credited to Campbell, present a contemplative view on beauty and emotion without context or narrative.
Dr Logan Clendening explains the mystery of the common cold. He reviews bacteria and virus theories, notes apes and girls studies supporting a filterable virus, and cautions that colds are not inherently dangerous though they cause disability and economic loss.
Washington notes the disposition of Democratic leaders to recognize Russia and resume relations. The piece argues the United States, emerging from repression, has not yet achieved a comparable national success to warrant harsh criticism of others. The text reflects a cautious stance on foreign policy and domestic restraint.
A collection of quips on effort relationships and daily foibles followed by notes on dangerous winter driving. It cites skidding risks, accident stats, and safety rules as months of increased hazards. The tone mirrors a late era humor column with light social commentary.
A local page features reader letters and comments from Sompt residents. Varying opinions are shared on community concerns and local events. The tone is informal and engages neighbors with succinct stances and questions.
E. W. Godbey of Decatur accuses Alabama officials of excessive spending on archives and history, tracing years of appropriations from 1907 to 1931 and criticizing allocations for files, director, clerk, librarian, stenographers, and curator. He cites Acts of Legislature pages as evidence and contrasts Graves era salaries with New Deal era costs.
Rev J E Burkstresser argues motives for continuing education at personal risk stem from love not fear and urges faith in the legislature and public support. He questions educators sacrifices and warns against politicized fear while calling for another chance for state action before more voluntary cuts.
Friends announce Billy McCutcheon is seriously ill at the home of his daughter Mrs. W. E. Ryan.
Rev. E N Anthony, Hartselle pastor, will preach at Union Grove church Sunday afternoon at 2 o clock. Everyone is invited to hear his message.
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