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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1941

Page

4

Public Notices and Reprint Statement Miscellany

The notice outlines republication rights and credits for Associated Press dispatches. It mentions second class mail status dates at Decatur Alabama, indicates a post office listing, and reserves reprint rights for the paper.

Decatur Alabama

New Year resolve and mixed views echo in Alabama

The page notes national and local commentary on taxes, unemployment, and defense industry labor amid calls for steady growth. It references Lindbergh, Roosevelt envoys, and Chamber of Commerce aims, plus honors for General Wheeler and Forrest Camp in Alabama as war department naming decisions are discussed.

Alabama State Chamber of Commerce Alabama State Chamber of Commerce War Department Joe Wheeler Macon Forrest Peay General Wheeler Spain General Forrest Army of the Lost Cause Tuscaloosa Wheeler Decatur Congress United States Army Cuba Philippines Camp Wheeler Macon Telegraph Guba McKinley United Confederate Veterans New South

Beginning Five Year Farm Program of 1941

The 1941 five year farm program is introduced with a call to farmers to enroll and persist. Advocates say doubling farm income in five years is possible through adoption and disciplined practice of the plan.

Export Controls Spread Through U S Peacetime Trade

Washington reports reveal a quiet, growing system of export controls run by interdepartmental committees and the Maxwell licensing group. They claim voluntary guidance governs 25 countries and 79 listed items, with 110 export staffers and a rubber-stamped State Department division backing licenses.

State Department Maxwell U. S Maritime Commission Ministry of Economic Warfare

Illness and visits in Lawrence County community

Miss Wilda Bynum is ill with flu at her parents home. Several students miss school due to illness. Sixth grade teacher Mr Sims will soon leave for a years training after a farewell party. Local residents visit relatives in Decatur Vernon Ala Sheffield and Washington DC area.

Wilda Bynum Dewey Bynum Sims Homer Stovall Casey Decatur Bennie Johnson Roy Theolene Johnson Guy Counts Dee Counts Washington, D. C J. R. Dukeminier Moulton J. C. Johnson Loiftis Vernon Ala Farris Smith Sheffield Fog Pe Smith _ WATS Mae Martin Lucy

Bland Diet Aids Colitis In Simple Digestive Guide

Dr. Clendening explains colitis as inflammation of the colon from germs or parasites but many cases are nonspecific irritable bowel with tense, irritable muscles. A bland diet is advised to ease symptoms and avoid aggravating foods. lifestyle changes and cautious eating can restore health. A brief Q and A notes scoliosis concerns and suggests modest treatment or exercise and braces if needed.

Lindbergh House Foreign Affairs Committee United States Germany England Britain S. F Nye William Allen White Dorothy Thompson Walter Winchell Roosevelt Senate Pat’Frank Overseas News Agency Washington

Dr Clendening Offers Seven Medical Pamphlets For Return Postage

Readers may obtain seven pamphlets priced at 10 cents each by sending 10 cents per pamphlet and a self addressed envelope with a three cent stamp to Dr Logan Clendening. The titles include Three Weeks' Eating 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.

Clendening Logan Clendening

Crossword Puzzle Clues From Daily Newspaper

A dense list of across and down crossword clues including Timber wolf out of mature dispatches part tiny finish unit of work new clues and a long set of entries across and down with various definitions and wordplay hints across clues cover animals places and abstract terms while down clues span actions descriptions and objects from fail to win to consume

Parking Problems and a Pushy Car Tale

A traveler seeks shelter from rain at a roadside car and rides for miles with no engine running. He exits at his corner, warns a stranger away, and learns the car was being pushed for two miles.

Fragments of Humor and Warnings from an Early 20th Century Page

A collage of Cleveland pedestrians jokes and social bits on manners and work, interspersed with safety reminders about car accidents. A relic of light entertainment, including quips about job interviews and a gag about choosing Walla Walla for a factory site.

Walter Winchell On Broadway Critics React To His Radio Piece

A collage of voices from newspapers and figures reacting to Walter Winchell on Broadway. Comments range from praise to sharp critique, with mentions of President, Hull, Neville Chamberlain, and Monsignor Fulton Sheen. The piece captures mixed public opinion on Winchell's sensational yet influential style.

United States Winchell Monsignor Pulton Sheen

War of words on radio war mongers and press

A collection of quotes and opinions on radio broadcasts and press figures accused of stirring up public support for war. Critics call them warmongers while supporters defend their influence in shaping U S public opinion and national policy.

Howler from Morgan County Pupil Praises Clergy

A Morgan County pupil’s funny test quote imagines a minister without portfolio as a clergyman who needs no notes in a pulpit. The piece reflects childlike humor about religion and life.

Morgan County Howler

Young Woman Questions Penalty for Bigamy

A lawyer friend notes the question of bigamy penalties is legally complex. The exchange involves two mothers-in-law and reflects social consequences.

Thorkelson criticizes Coen and military enlistment demand

Ex Congressmen Jake Thorkelson of Montana denounces Coen for disregard of elected men and flag waving while a California letter mocks his decade on radio and questions his patriotism and wartime service.

Coen Jake Thorkelson Montana

Unnamed Editor Draws Ire Over Williams Remarks

A Bergen NJ editorial and an LA letter to the editor express disbelief at a figure described as bold and unyielding in confrontations. The writer questions whether school teachings should treat the man as a serious authority amid controversy and hostility.

Three former hoofers turn to serious work query tease

Information Please note cites three former hoofers who pursued serious work. The exchange names George M. Cohan after Winchell, with a playful retort about whether Winchell’s work is truly serious. The debate hints at entertainers' shift to nonperforming roles.

Fadiman Ansata P. A George M. Cohan Winchell F. P

Don’t Be Alarmed: Faith Calm in Tumultuous Times

W E Waterhouse MA urges Christians to stay calm amid world revolutions and wars. He cites Jesus about not yet end and warns against fear as a basis for faith. He encourages reliance on Christ and fulfilling the Lord's commission to testify love, promising calm through divine guidance in turbulent eras.

Church Jesus Israel Greece Rome United States Christ

Decatur Daily Want Ads Promote Daily Interest Changes

Daily want ads in Decatur highlight shifting interest and opportunities as prices, listings, and services update each day for readers seeking current local options.

Decatur Daily

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