Decatur Daily Pebitehed History and Publication Note
The Decatur Daily Pebitehed indicates regular afternoon issues except Sunday, published by Messer Wallet Printing Co. The note records registration in 1912 and founder editor Milton, member of the Associated Press, with republication rights reserved and advertising representation listed.
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When the Southern Farmer Will Come Into His Own
A speech discusses the farmer gaining independence by selling clean surplus crops in his own time and chosen market without a master, highlighting self reliance and market freedom.
Tax reform talk and Alabama’s fiscal outlook debated
The Daily argues for future abolition of property and ad valorem taxes in Alabama and replacement with a broad income tax funded by all citizens. It urges drastic government cost reductions, warns against current deficits, and lampoons election stories amid 1920s style fiscal critique.
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Alabama
Bible Graves
Graves
White House strain and the toll on presidents health
The article notes the physical toll of the presidency, citing Franklin D. Roosevelt and Calvin Coolidge. It describes Coolidge’s health habits, his death at Northampton and the broader impact of office on longevity, claiming nine years of life expectancy are taken from each chief executive.
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Outdated Tax System Faces Call for Reform
The speaker argues taxation is antiquated and dangerous to both citizens and government. He warns that the current system resembles an ox cart and urges prompt consideration of substantial changes to modernize revenue and curb abuse.
A Society Cabinet Member Warns of 30 Million Dollar Figure
Geneva sends a warning about a 30 million dollar sum tied to a societal cabinet matter. Officials discuss funding implications and potential consequences. The report notes international financial cautions and political context.
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Society
Geneva
Social secretary proposal and broader concern for the unemployed
The piece mocks a proposed social secretary for the cabinet and warns that government should address thirty million unemployed people rather than aid large corporations. It cites Dr. Fisher on inflation, silver money, and calls for real relief through broader economic policy and spending reform.
President-Elect Roosevelt Invites Decatur Visit Next Saturday
Urges families to travel to Decatur to meet the new President in person. Encourages turnout by thousands who have yet to see a sitting president and suggests the visit will temper frustration with national governance.
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Decatur
United States
Roosevelt
Victory meeting marks Volstead Act anniversary in churches
Local churches crowded for a victory meeting commemorating the Volstead law anniversary. Alabama Automobile Dealers' Association plans big feeds in town January 24. Derrick work begins on the English farm near Austinville as drilling for oil nears readiness.
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John Barleycorn
Alabama Automobile Dealers’ Association
English Farm
Austinville
Answers to Questions on Animal Behavior and Rabies
In full flight a kangaroo makes jumps of from 10 to 12 feet. The average crocodile age is about 100 years. Rabies has been identified in cats cattle swine and horses.
Influenza Crisis and Education Crisis Highlighted
The piece reports 2,500 teachers unemployed and thousands of children denied education in a thriving democracy. It notes Britain facing 500,000 influenza cases with rising weekly deaths and cites oxygen as a defense. It advises open windows and cold-water applications as remedies.
Reducing Factory Prices To Level Of Farmer Seen Near Impossible
Washington column argues that farmers cannot match factory price benefits due to tariff backed industrial privilege. Analysts say manufacturers can manipulate output and demand, while farmers cannot curb supply or boost foreign demand. The piece cites Senator Howell and Congressman Lewis on how export returns worsened farmer prospects after the era of free land ended.
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Robert B. Howell
Nebraska
Clair
United States
David J. Lewis
Maryland
Tariff Commission
America
Vaccination to Prevent Cold Not Deemed Always Successful
Dr Clendening discusses cold prevention and treatment noting vaccination may help those with frequent colds but is not universally effective. He cites Dr Dochez and Dr Miller on vaccines and suggests diet with vitamin A and B, fluids, rest, bicarbonate of soda and aspirin for relief. The piece lists pamphlets offered by the doctor via the newspaper.
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Logan Clendening
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A. R. Dochez
James A. Miller
New York
Voice of the People note on submission limits
The Daily states it may reject any communication and limits submissions to 900 words. Readers are urged to follow these guidelines when sending letters or notices for publication.
Wit and Warnings Seen in scattered quotes and quips
A collection of humorous exchanges and adages covering engagements misunderstandings sales pitches and life lessons. The snippets contrast social mishaps with sharp one liners about money respect and success in a light magazine tone.
Modernism, greed, and spiritual revival critique in Alabama risks
A long letter denounces rising state costs since 1900, lampoons Millerism and tax ambitions, condemns modernism and technocracy as Satanic, calls for universal religious revival, and urges moral integrity amid wealth inequality and political factionalism. The writer claims the era shifts from forests to boards and from public services to costly franchises.
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