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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1946
Page
1
War Navy veterans and locals feature in Decatur notice
The community page lists veterans and service members with updates on their discharges and campaigns, including several from Decatur and nearby towns. It covers Kiwanis meeting plans, a church guest, court, and hospital news with several short notes and a note that the item continues on page two.
Army Intelligence Denied Expecting Pearl Harbor Raid
Maj. Gen. Walter C. Short testified that two days before the Pearl Harbor attack the Army intelligence chief did not believe a break with Japan was imminent. The message from Sherman Miles to Panama dated December 5 1941 warned of strained relations and possible severance. Short said he expected Washington to order an alert or provide enough information to act. Senate inquiry continued with questions on Marshall and field command decisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Walter C. Short
Pearl Harbor
Army
Japan
Sherman Miles
Short
Senate House
Miles
Panama
Senate House Investigating Committee
Lucas
D-Ir
Ferguson
R-Mich
Hawaii
George C. Marshall
Marshall
Samuel H. Kaufman
Von Papen Seen As Betrayer Of Nation To Nazis
The tribunal heard Franz von Papen sold Germany to the Nazis to advance his career. He had led German spy rings in the US during World War I and later served Hitler as ambassador to Turkey, described by prosecutors as unscrupulous. Hess evidence delayed. Fritzsche admitted Nazi attack claims were false and planned long in advance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
von Papen
Mernberg
International Military Tribunal
Franz von Papen
Germany
United States
Hitler
Turkey
Rudolf Hess
No. 2
Fuehrer
Hans Fritzsche
Clainges
Russe
Fritzsche
Braswell Enters Race for Morgan County Revenue Board
Bascom E. Braswell of Decatur announces candidacy for the Morgan County Board of Revenue and Control in the first district. He pledges to devote time to office duties and welcomes public advice. Braswell has long farm roots near Decatur, led the Morgan County Farm Bureau, and held roles in local education and church leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bascom E. Braswell
Decatur 3
Fas
Board of Revenue and Control
Braswell
Decatur
Decatur and
Danville Pike
Austinville High School
Decatur Beat
AAA
Morgan County Board of Education
Morgan County Farm Bureau
Bureau
Chapel Hill Methodist Church
Powell Qualifies In Judges Race
Newton B. Powell of Decatur today qualified with the Secretary of State for the circuit judge race in the eighth judicial circuit, the Associated Press dispatch from Montgomery reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton B. Powell
Decatur
Secretary of State
Eighth Judicial Circuit
Associated Press
Montgomery
Ellis Suffers Severe Burns in Open Fireplace Accident
James E. Ellis of Pulaski Tennessee suffered severe burns to his head and face when he fell into an open fireplace last night. He is reported in serious condition at Decatur General hospital after being airlifted to the facility by ambulance. His mother resides at 726 Second Ave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James E. Ellis
Pulaski
Tenn
Decatur General Hospital
Ellis
Second Ave
Dinner Speech Limit Stuns Minnesota Mayor
In St. Paul on January 23 Mayor John J. McDonough hosted a dinner for politicians amid the municipal election campaign. Speakers were brief as the mayor timed each talk to the duration needed to hold a 25 pound cake of ice in bare hands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Paul, Minn
John J. McDonough
Weather Delays Field Work Across Alabama Farms
Field work is delayed by wet and cloudy weather across Alabama. Northern counties report corn down and damaged, oats and cover crops fair to poor, while coastal areas show winter crops in fair to good condition. Cattle and livestock remain in fair to good condition with ample hay and grain. two degree colder weekly average and heavy previous rains keep ground very wet. Field and garden crops benefited little from January warmth due to ongoing wet conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montgomery
Ala
Alabama
F. C. Pate
Pate
Salvation Army Fund Nears Goal in Decatur Drive
Fred O. Smith, chairman, says the Decatur Salvation Army building fund seeks 10000 dollars. Cash and pledges total 8000 with drive urged to contributors who have not yet sent in cards. The organization aims to provide adequate centers for children and adults. current quarters are described as inadequate for community needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred O. Smith
Salvation Army Building Fund
Decatur
Salvation Army
Five Power Talks Fail to Break Deadlock on UN Secretary General
Secret five power talks in London with Byrnes fail to produce a candidate for UN secretary general as Iran and Russia trade accusations over Greece and Indonesia. Pearson backs the Canadian ambassador for the post while Norway proposes Trygve Lie. Meetings proceed amid cautions against delaying major issues like the atomic safeguards and UN staff plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
United Nations
James F. Byrnes
New Security Organization
Iran
Russia
Greece
Indonesia
Security Council
Peace Organization
General Assembly
United States
Lester Pearson
Washington
Fussia
Trygveane
Porelgn
Norway
Byrnes
Andrei Viskinsky
Ernest Bevin
Paul Boncour
V. K. Wellington Koo
France
China
United Nations Organization
Stettinius
UNO
Cloture Talk Debates FePC Bill in Senate Filibuster
Senate Republicans signal plan to seek cloture on the Fair Employment Practices bill as Southern Democrats continue a multi day filibuster. Party leaders discuss continuous sessions while a Taft led subcommittee outlines a program rejected by others. The feud centers on eliminating debate versus preserving journal corrections with FEPC opponents speaking sharply. Continued coverage notes Senator Clyde Hoey to take up the issue as the debate persists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
White
Taft
Ohio
Morse
R-Ore
Wherry
R-Neb
Donnell
R-Mo
Ball
FEPC
Clyde R. Hoey
North Carolina
Capital Hill Sees Streamlining Plan
Capitol Hill unveiled a blueprint for modernizing its legislative machinery. It calls for a pay increase for congressmen, tighter fiscal control, reduced committees, and regulated lobbying. The plan also favors night sessions and possible radio broadcasts. The strike control bill moves toward floor action, while Pearl Harbor probes face a Feb. 15 deadline and may limit scope after hearing Maj. Gen. Short.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Capitol Hill
Senate-House
House Rules Committee
Truman
Congress
House
Nelson Jewelry Store Burglary Report
The J. A. Nelson jewelry store on Bank Street was entered last night by burglars who took a radio and moved a chest of silver before fleeing after shifting the chest to a middle room. No other losses were found. Entry was gained by cutting a burglar bar at a rear window and exit likely the same way. Chief Whitmire and Patrolman Terry investigate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Nelson Jewelry
Bank Street
Whitmire
Terry
Leeman Forms Campaign For Morgan County Superintendent
Hafford R Leeman Austinville high school principal has qualified to run for Morgan County Superintendent. He vows a vigorous countywide campaign and promises fair, impartial school operation while highlighting lifelong Morgan County ties and leadership in local education groups. He lists degrees from State Teachers College Florence Athens College and the University of Alabama and memberships in major education associations and local clubs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hafford R. Leeman
Austinville
Morgan County
Leeman
Morgan
Hartselle
State Teachers College
Florence
Athens College
University of Alabama
Morgan County Teacher's Association
Volunteer plan backed for a voluntary Army
A Senate Military Affairs subcommittee endorsed a nine point program for rapid demobilization and a quick return to a voluntary Army. The report, signed by Senators Johnson Revercomb and Bri, notes General Eisenhower favors the volunteer system and insists the impress army is unsound in peacetime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate Military Affairs Subcommittee
Edwin C. Johnson
D-Colo
Bri
D-Mo
Revercomb
R-V. Va
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Army
Automobile Stolen From Goodyear Mills Drives Away
A black 1931 Model A Ford Tudor owned by Oscar Johnson of 1410 18th Avenue East was stolen from Goodyear Mills after midnight. Chief J B Whitmire said the car has no window glass in either door and a loose back bumper tied with a chain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oscar Johnson
18Th Avenue East
Goodyear Mills
J. B. Whitmire
Fitzpatrick Chosen President at Decatur Community Chest Meeting
Thomas H. Fitzpatrick was elected president and Rutledge S. Thomas named vice president at the annual Decatur Community Chest meeting held at Hotel Lyons. Elected to three year terms on the board were Fitzpatrick Thomas and Mrs J T Jones, James L Rankin and E M Wise retired from the board. W B Neher, president since 1941, is freed from chair duties and a resolution honoring his service was authorized. Prior to the board session, members heard reports from participating agencies representing civic and public interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas H. Fitzpatrick
Rutledge S. Thomas
J. Stanley Wyatt
Decatur Community Chest
Hotel Lyons
T. H. Fitzpatrick
R. S. Thomas
J. T. Jones
James L. Rankin
E. M. Wise
W B. Neher
Community Chest Organization
The
Twist
Neher
Decatur
Rescue Sets Record in Enoshima Maru Sinking
The Japanese liner Enoshima Maru sank after hitting a mine off the Yangtze. The Brevard arrived with 4,296 survivors, transferring nearly all within 25 minutes amid orderly, frightened cooperation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shanghai
Yangtze
Brevard
John L. Elliott
San Diego
Calif
Elliott
J. L. Bradford
Lufton
Tex
Court Revokes Probation for Nehiwatha Jett in Morgan County
Morgan County court revoked the probation granted at the December term to Nehiwatha Jett who was found guilty of vagrancy. She was sentenced to 300 dollars and costs plus six months in jail, with probation to be served as 123 days in jail in lieu of paying the fine after the court found she violated probation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morgan County Court Today
Nehiwatha Jett
Move Aims to Open Meat Supply Lines Across Nation
The White House said the Department of Agriculture would seize and operate the nation’s meat packing plants to avert a strike, with War Department aid if needed. President Truman also created an emergency board under railway mediation law to investigate disputes involving Indiana Belt Railroad, Chicago Junction Railroad, and the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen, halting strikes for 60 days. In Cleveland, 215000 Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen members face a strike vote, and engineers may be asked to vote after Feb 1. Washington reported no immediate steel strike action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
White House
Department of Agriculture
Truman
Chicago
East West
Ross
Secretary of Labor
War Department
Crea
Indiana Belt Railroad
Chicago Junction Railroad
Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen
Brotherhood
Cleveland
A. F. Whitney
Brotherhood ‘of Railroad
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
Washington
Army Order Probed Over Picket Line Crossings
Chairman May orders House military committee probe into charges that Army drivers in the third service command were told not to cross strikers picket lines without union approval. Rep Howard Smith released a telegram directing installation commanders not to cross lines until local labor agreement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
May
House Military Committee
Third Service
H. Ralph Burton
Howard Smith
Cmmanding Resoet
Manton’s. Eddy
Baltimore
Meat strike halts 263000 packing workers eight days
In Washington the Labor Department said AFL and CIO unions would return to work for the government amid a looming presidential seizure order. Chicago AFL officials demanded proof before ending the walkout while CIO UPW warned seizure without wage gains would be strike-breaking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AFL
CIO
Washington
Chicago
Labor Department
CIO United Packinghouse Workers Union
Herbert March
CIO+ UPW
Also Mentioned on This Page
Diartr
Prlimale
Decatur Kiwanis
Hotel
Lyons
Sam Alexander
Committee On Kiwanis Education
Decatur Club
Willard He Varnell
Navy
Aleutian Islands
Okinawa
Ralph Leary Higdon
Pacific
Richard D. Lemmon
Charles Freddie Langley
Danville 3
South Pacific
Befere
J. E. Polk
Owl Drug Company
Fred Culbreath
Cataco High School
Cpl
Harold K. Aday
Fort McPherson
Ardennes
Rhineland
Europe
William G. Irvin
Union Grove
Edwin Wyle
First Christian Church
Port Butler
N. Y
Ainsle Wyle
J. W. Hampton, Moulton
Danville
F. E. Napps
Sgt
Floyd E. Napps, Jr
Portland
Mississippi
P. L. McCaghren
Danville 2
Brown's Ambulance
Bernard L. Floyd
Eka
Joe Lipscomb
Priceville
Central Methodist Church
Jack Tucker
Cullman
James H. Crow, Jr
Moulton
Bobby Gilchrist
By Ken Reynolds
Carnegie-Illinois Steel Corporation
Gary
Ind
Assembly
Paul-Henri Spaak
League of Nations
Capital Hill
House Labor Committee
House Republican
Nelson Jewelry Store
Fitzpatrick
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