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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1935
Page
4
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For years we have preached that a town supporting farming markets will endure downturns in any business climate. Our valley must grow both agriculture and industry, with markets driving a more attractive agricultural picture and real activity beyond propaganda.
Selma Times Journal predicts John Garner as Roosevelt's vice presidential choice for 1936. It notes Garner’s influence, his prior ticket role in 1932, and implies continued Democratic strength with a larger majority than 1932 unless a major political quake occurs.
Friday news reports warrants totaling 15000 were retired to reduce the courthouse debt to 36000 plus six percent interest. The county’s bonded debt falls below 700000 for the first time in years as officials pace to further cut obligations and move toward debt relief compared with Limestone and Admestone counties.
The reduction of a $15,000 indebtedness saves $900 annually in interest, enabling funds for either further debt reduction or constructive public works of value to Morgan County. Appreciation is expressed for the efforts of contributing gentlemen.
President Roosevelt presses governors to adopt a uniform highway code to reduce fatalities on highways. He warns against rapid changes in traffic rules and calls for federal action and nationwide coordination, noting manufacturers push high speed models and urging Alabama and other states to act in concert.
An Alabama gasoline tax critique from a Mississippi editorial cites Alabama as having the highest gas tax in the world. It argues funds are diverted from highways, teachers are unpaid, and state finances are dire, urging tax relief through reduced government costs.
A clipped page item notes intellectual property rights and syndication details with rights reserved phrasing. The fragment references copyrights and ownership in a brief, period-tinged news snippet.
An observer reports on inventive ways desert residents and others seek income beyond government aid. A California trailer vendor offers incentives such as rewards for trespassers and free invents to farmers for trades, while a Hollywood number-planner and a California boy sell turtle and chipmunk cages and pets. The piece cites GM’s My Kettering on the fear that stifles new ideas, urging innovation to meet today’s needs.
The letter from General William Mitchell argues that rapid technological change in transport and warfare is redefining global power. He warns of potential dominance by either the yellow or white races and notes growing populations and military capabilities in Asia.
Dr. Logan Clendening recounts cod liver oil as a traditional spring tonic linked to England and rickets. He explains vitamin D from sun exposure and liver storage, noting cod, salmon, and halibut livers are rich in the nutrient and that rickets arises from vitamin D deficiency affecting calcium and phosphorus utilization.
A fragmented dialogue sketch lampoons women's sphere and everyday wits. Jokes touch on aging, marriage, and social roles with lines about pensions, courtship, and a film star’s vanity. The piece ends with a courtroom listener echoing a common homely observation.
Senate resumes World Court consideration as Finance committee hears William G on serial security. Commerce committee reviews nominations. Appropriations panel takes up a $4000 relief bill. House to consider treasury post office appropriation. Military panel weighs elimination of war profits. Ways and means reviews social security. Banking panel advances RFC renewal measure.
President Roosevelt considers John Garner of Texas as the lone vice presidential running mate for 1936. Garner is described as highly knowledgeable on taxation and financial matters, while observers watch the Supreme Court for its gold ruling implications on Roosevelt’s financial program.
Walter Winchell recalls the daily barrage of quarrels with producers and rivals in New York, noting how he toys with readers by provoking critics and reflecting on his notorious circle. He jokes about family scandals, past pals, and his restless need for disruption.
A sharp writer recalls a columnist mocked by adversaries and police. He jokes about family misdeeds from Aunt Wilma in an insane asylum to Grandpa W in a subway arrest. The piece lampoons reputations and hints at ongoing editor fatigue and personal chaos.
In a courtroom scene the lawyers’ shouted rhetoric fills the space while spectators sense the judge's steady calm. The contrasting tones highlight the weight of law against noisy advocacy.
A storied Broadway and West End grande dame delivers a witty verbal zinger. The exchange reveals her swift, sharp humor and mastery of phrasing that charmed audiences in both cities.
Mack Patterson has been ill but is better now. Mrs. Robert Lorance improves after a long illness. Bethlehem Sunday singing drew a good crowd. The quilting circle met with Mrs. W L McCutcheon. attendees included several named ladies. The circle will meet with Mrs. Will Slate this week. Families and friends visited Roy Moore and Mrs. McCutcheon Sunday night. Lee Pike is in Tuscaloosa Veterans Hospital. Maurine Black and Mary Lydia Ryan visited Louise McCutcheon. Bobby Moore is ill with influenza.
A city hall dessert weighing about a ton feeds many as Chicago prepares for President Roosevelt's nationwide birthday party. The cake used 3161 eggs 155 pounds of butter 153 quarts of milk six rounds of salt and four pints of vanilla baked ten hours in a 155 foot oven by ten workers. Mayor Kelly will auction slices.
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