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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1941
Page
4
An unclear notice discusses republication rights for dispatches and possible edits. It mentions credited sources and restrictions on reproducing content. The text references the Associated Freee and a policy on redistributing news dispatches.
A 1930s voice questions Congress delays on aid to Britain and pensions for the aged. It condemns government checks to the unemployed, argues for securing $30 monthly for all seniors, and notes Washington’s stance on welfare and labor.
Bull Conner city commissioner of Birmingham was jailed for four hours after a circuit court held he and others violated an injunction tied to police action against an objectionable moving picture. The incident, amid controversy, may boost Conner’s political appeal upon reelection.
Reverend M Lazenby now serving in Florence continues to use planned timely newspaper publicity. While presiding elder in this district he was one of the most frequent Daily column contributors and his material was gladly accepted for wide readership.
The notice explains changes in federal income tax reporting. It states single filers below eight hundred dollars and married filers below two thousand dollars no longer qualify for non filing. It notes the March 15 deadline and defense fund implications.
Washington January 21. A sharp view of inflation and debt trends as defense costs rise and material shortages bite. The piece argues New Deal policies push toward centralized economic authority with price controls and priorities to avoid dislocation, foreseeing expanding democratic absolutism driven by necessity.
Detroit January 21 1947 the election commission ruled that the candidate listed as Frank Murphy James McArthur Platz must use Platz on the ballot. Judge John J Jr chairman remarked Platz appears to be the name the candidate can go before for voter records and campaigning purposes.
Clendening outlines eight headings for hand skin eruptions and care. Emphasizes exposure risks on hands, dermatitis from soap, and systematic treatment including cleansing, ointment, waiting periods, clothing sterilization, and family checks for itch. Tomorrow will cover other hand diseases.
The text explains hand skin conditions from dermatitis to sun exposure and drug eruptions, noting macules from bromides or barbiturates and chilblains. It cites papules from scabies and the Danish 24 hour treatment for itching, and replies that most children are mildly flat‑footed with shoe needs requiring physician evaluation.
Fragment mentions Justice Frank Murphy a former governor and mayor, and another Frank Murphy as lieutenant governor, suggesting a political ties context.
A fragment from a Kansas City report notes a man shouting Hey watch this during an event on January twenty first as a bystander Ralph is referenced in the incomplete account. The text suggests a scene rather than a complete incident with unclear outcomes or actions.
Readers may obtain seven pamphlets from Dr Logan Clendening at 10 cents each. To order, mail 10 cents in coin and a self addressed stamped envelope to Dr. Clendening in care of this paper. Titles include Three Weeks’ Using Diet Indigestion and Constipation Reducing and Gaining Infant Feeding Instructions for the Treatment of Diabetes Feminine Hygiene and The Care of the Hair and Skin.
Castle observes a motor car skid on an icy street veer toward the sidewalk between light poles. A looming bus appears and a collision seems certain, but the car swerves away leaving no one inside as Castle praises the driver.
A selection from Martin Anderson's Today column showcases letters to President Roosevelt from the public. The notes mix humor and tragedy, with callers asking for birth control, money, travel wishes, and personal anecdotes.
Walter Winchell On Broadway piece notes Jim Farley’s brother Bill linked to a merger with Lord Taylor perfume buyer, Doris Nolan’s engagement shift to Alf G Vanderbilt, Hedy Lamarr shopping with John Howard, Ely Culbertson rushed to New York, Virginia Branton linked to plane crash, savings banks’ rate drop to 0.5 percent, and Sam Goldwyn quip about favors amid a flurry of show business tidbits.
Earl Browder’s lawyers bill Am torg ten thousand dollars for defending the No 1 Commy. A letter thanks arrives with a fifteen thousand dollar check. Camacho plans to send a brother as ambassador in mid February and cancels a U.S. visit. Glued to phone chatter about Adele Jurgens, Georgie Hale, Doris Donaldson, Lois Andrews Jessel salaries, Shuberts and Carmen Miranda, Hetty Green’s heir liquidating gems, Abe Hallow on payroll, youth meetings in Washington to pressure Mrs Roosevelt, Gloria Cook’s June wedding to James Pellecchia, and a lurid riddle about a famous crack patriot.
Carlyle Blackwell stars on the Miami Beachcomber staff with Inez Cooper and H Bruno of the Ozzie Nelson band. Cuban society figure Raoul Fernandez and Mrs Edw Johnson plan a future merge. Carolyn Wells and Pancho the maestro grip a glop as champagne prices rise.
In a tense exchange, Marie notes a statement by a man while Duff and Chubb banter about being smart and cracked. The dialogue hints a parent’s struggle to keep up as a son nears high school, implying a shift in competence and respect.
A mix of gossip and industry notes covers the ASCAP BMI consent decree stance and the government’s single point on clearance. Hollywood talk includes Olivia DeHavilland worries, a newlywed femme star, a troubled producer and his wife funding, plus marital headlines around Maxie Rosenbloom and wedding plans for Bubbles Schinasi with Adrian Samish.
Beatrice Blinn may wed F Ortiz of Mexico. Dennie Moore returns to the Coast where her honey Edmund Gwenn is. Chums fear the Marshall Heminways with Babs Shanton may split. A Chicago villa draft sparks quips about shooting for nothing. Time may win an annual ad award for its newspaper series by Millie Reardon. Ladies invited to the Inaugural warned not to carry muffs. William Esposito, indicted for murder, linked to a local Fascist group.
A domestic meditation contrasts Martha's bustle with Mary’s focus on Jesus. The piece urges readers to prioritize spiritual relationship over busy tasks and social demands, noting modern life distracts from faith. It closes by advising to pause house duties and spend time with Jesus for a serene heart.
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