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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1950

Page

3

Sneak Killer Carbon Monoxide From Defective Car Muffles

Mrs travel counsellor of the Alabama Motorists Association warnscarbon monoxide from defective mufflers and unvented gas heaters is a deadly, colorless odorless danger this winter and spring. She notes 33,500,000 passenger cars on highways and that older cars have higher risk from exhaust leaks. Even safe cars can peril others by fumes, and unvented heaters in motor courts pose a further risk to travelers and occupants.

Alabama Motorists Association American Automobile Association

Doan's Pills Offer Relief for Backaches and Kidney Ailments

The ad claims backaches and fatigue arise from slowed kidney function due to aging stress and cold exposure. It promotes Doan's Pills a mild diuretic used by millions for over 50 years to flush kidney tubes and relieve discomfort.

Dean Doan

Stapp to Address Mobile Optimist Club Meeting

Albert Stapp a Birmingham businessman and gubernatorial candidate speaks to Mobile Optimist club in Mobile Ala today. He is the second candidate to address the group following Birmingham Commissioner Eugene Bull Connor who spoke last week.

Stapp Mobile Ala Albert Stapp Mobile Optimist Club Birmingham Eugene (Bull) Connor

Mackenzie's View of Britain's February Socialist Election

The British general election set for February 23 is seen as a crucial accounting of the first fully socialist regime. The outcome will decide whether socialism remains in power or the nation reverts to capitalism, with five more years potentially deepening changes.

England

Britain at a political crossroads as conservatives chase power

The piece argues that if conservatives led by Winston Churchill want to regain power they must act next month. Five years would be too late as socialism threatens to take root. Observers expect a close election with predictions avoided. the likely winner is the side seen by the rank and file as delivering the most for Britain.

Winston Churchill Britain

Britain voters weigh security over private initiative in 1920s era

The column reflects on Britain's 1920s labor history, noting the 1926 general strike and coal nationalization, with workers prioritizing family security and stable jobs over private enterprise. It argues the socialist platform appeals to the rank and file starved by war and economic distress.

London England

Third candidate files for lieutenant governor race

Av Li Hanks of Talladega joins State Senator James Allen of Etowah and W D Bill Franks of Birmingham in the lieutenant governor race after filing qualification papers with the Secretary of State in Montgomery Alabama.

Montgomery Ala Secretary of State Av Li Hanks Talladega James ‘B. Allen Etowah County W .D Bill Franks Birmingham

Fort McClellan Reopened for National Guard Training

Fort McClellan in Anniston Alabama will reopen for National Guard training this summer. The 31st Infantry Division and other Alabama Mississippi and Tennessee guard units will use the camp. Engineers from Fort Bragg North Carolina are deploying to prepare the site by late June or early July after its 1947 closure.

Washington Fort McClellan Anniston Ala Army National Guard 31St Infantry Alabama Mississippi Tennessee Fort Bragg N. C

Former Resident Charles Masterson Dies in Oklahoma

Charles E. Masterson 70, a former Decatur resident, died in Oklahoma January 11. Funeral services are in Sentinel, Oklahoma Friday afternoon. He is survived by his wife Gertie and three brothers W. E. Masterson of Decatur H. H. Masterson of Vincent Alabama and John T. Masterson of Boulder City Nevada along with three sisters.

Charles E. Masterson Decatur Sentinel Okla Oklahoma Gertie Masterson W. E. Masterson H. H. Masterson Vincent Ala John T. Masterson Boulder City Nev

Decatur Ties Highlight Miss Mae Masterson and Mrs Ellis

Miss Mae Masterson and two Decatur women, Mrs R Ellis and Mrs C L Buck, are noted in a local заметка. Mr Masterson, raised in Decatur, later moved West. The article also cites that nearly 600 million acres in the United States are semi arid and arid.

Mae Masterson R. Ellis C. L. Buck Decatur Masterson United States

FALSE TEETH PASTEETH PROMOTES FIRM COMFORT

An ad promotes FASTEETH powder for denture wearers, claiming it stabilizes false teeth for better biting, chewing, laughing, and sneezing. It emphasizes a non-greasy feel, absence of taste, and odor control with alkaline formula. Obtainable at drug stores.

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