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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1950

Page

3

Bartlett Robertson Duo to Perform Two Piano Recital

Ethel Bartlett and Rae Robertson join Decatur Concert Association for a two piano recital at Riverside High School Auditorium on February 7 at eight o clock. The program marks the third event in the year and profiles the duo as world renowned leaders in their field with a rich international career and ties to major orchestras.

Ethel Bartlett Rae Robertson Decatur Concert Association Bartlett Robertson Riverside High School Concert Association Stephenson Barrett Helen Jepson Miss Jepson Decatur England Inverness Scotland Edinburgh University Tobias Matthay Royal Academy of Music London Bartlett and Robertson Latin America South Africa Europe United Sates Canada Toscaninni New York Philharmonic Symphony Cincinnati Symphony Washington National Symphony Chicago Symphony Rochester Philharmonic Boston Herald

Migraine Causes and Chiropractic Remedies

Migraine is a severe one sided headache with base of skull radiation, light sensitivity, nausea, and vomiting, often linked to digestive disorders and bile in the stomach. The piece notes nervous system valves regulate bile flow and claims many cases respond to Chiropractic adjustments with some patients becoming chiropractors.

Young Cotney Dies in Wreck

Lafayette Alabama January 28 sheriff J M Abney said Billy Cotney 23 died early when his car left the road near Milltown ten miles northwest of Lafayette The car struck a tree and overturned Cotney’s father Amos a Wadley lumberman was paroled two months ago from a 20 year second degree murder sentence after prison officials faced criticism for special privileges linked to Cotney during his time at Draper prison

Lafayette Ala J. M. Abney Billy Cotney Milltown Abney Young Cotney Amos Wadley Cotney Draper Prison

Alabama Democrats face split over national loyalty in spring slate

The party debates loyalty to the national Democratic leadership vs a states rights camp led by Gessner McCartney as Alabama voters choose eight members per district for the executive committee. Voters face factional fights, personal loyalties, and the governor race in the spring primaries.

National Party Natinal Democratic Alabama Mr. Truman Gessnér T. McCartney Thurmond- Wright Gadsden Herbert Meighan

Woman Killed and Man Hurt in Route 29 Crash

Lynchburg Virginia January 28 A woman was killed and Kenneth L Rainey of Gadsden Alabama is listed in critical condition after an automobile overturned on Route 29 north of Lynchburg The woman died at Lynchburg General Hospital and her name was not released immediately.

Lynchburg Here Kenneth L. Rainey Gadsden Ala Lynchburg General Hospital Rainey

Foresters Call Private Ownership for Forest Care

Birmingham lumberman J. H. Eddy led the windup of the Southeastern section of the Society of American Foresters in Montgomery Alabama. He urged that care and management of forests remain with private owners at the session held January 28.

Montgomery Ala Birmingham J. H. Eddy Society of American Foresters

Arbor Day Proclaimed in Alabama by Gov Folsom

Governor James E. Folsom designated Friday February 10 as Arbor Day in Alabama. He urged schools farms and civic clubs to observe with programs celebrating the state's forest resources.

Montgomery Ala James E. Folsom Alabama Folsom

Illinois Yankees Finally Discover That Hospitality

A young Illinois family of five, stranded in Birmingham, begs for help as they travel to Dothan, Alabama, where the father has a farm job. Passersby give dollars, and the exhausted parents keep moving, keeping their identities private.

Birmingham Ala Illinois Nashville Ill Dothan

Registration of Jeffersons New Vote More Rapid

The Jefferson county board of registrars in Birmingham approved 377 new voters this week and denied 118. Of 240 black applicants 115 were denied and 125 passed. Three white applicants of 255 were rejected. The board chair said registration was higher than in weeks past. An earlier dispute involved accusations of blocking by two associates and a push for a grand jury probe. The FBI is investigating the board by order of the Department of Justice.

Birmingham Ala Jefferson County Board of Registrars John G. Hosey Hosey H. A Gus) Thompson R. J. Creel Thompson Creel FBI Department of Justice

Doctor H B Whiteside Dies In Ohatchee Office

Dr H B Whiteside a longtime Ohatchee physician who graduated from Alabama Medical College in 1910 died suddenly in his office. He earlier practiced in Pickens county and Birmingham before moving to Ohatchee. He is survived by his wife two daughters and two sisters.

Chatchee Ala H. B._Whiteside Ohatchee University of Alabama Medical School Pickens County Birmingham

Public Health Service Officers Don Navy Style Uniforms

Public Health Service officers are pictured in uniforms resembling naval dress. The image highlights the interchangeability of insignia and styling with naval officers, reflecting formal military influence.

U. S. Public Health Service Naval

Drivers Warned Against Fogs

Lee Jones of the Alabama Motorists Association warns drivers to use low beam headlights in fog due to reduced visibility. Pedestrians should face oncoming traffic and stay alert while driving slowly and keeping lights on low beam at all times.

Lee Jones Alabama Motorists Association American Automobile Association Jones

Sletcher To Join Local Firm In Coming Days

George Francis Sletcher, history graduate of Michigan State Normal College, plans to return with his wife Nell and daughter Ann to settle locally. He will join his father in law in the firm of Sam Frank and Moore. Sletcher worked in audio visual aids and as staff photographer for The Normal News and the Aurora year book during college.

George Francis Sletcher Michigan State Normal College Sletcher Ann Aurora

Chairman resigns in Calhoun County Democratic panel

C. H. Young resigned today as chairman of the Calhoun County Democratic executive committee citing medical advice. A. J. Barnes, vice president, assumed the presidency as Young had served in the role for an extended period and had been a member since earlier.

Anniston Ala C. H. Young Calhoun County Democratic Executive Committee A. J Buster)Barnes Young

After Four Weeks Congress Has Little in Law to Show

Washington report notes only one bill sent to the White House in four weeks a resolution for National Children’s Day. Senate actions include oleomargarine tax repeal civil rights and displaced persons law changes with housing for moderate income families debated. House battles over civil rights Fair Employment Practice and cotton acreage controls slow progress as elections loom and Dixie opposition persists.

Congress Edwin B. Harkinson Washington White House President Truman Truman House Senate Senate Judiciary Committee FEPC

Dairy cows face impact from sudden handling and noises

A sudden change rough handling or unusual noises may affect the production of a dairy cow.

Called Meeting of Lodge No 29 A F and A M

Secretary L Allen announced a called meeting of Lodge No 29 A F and A M to be held Monday night at seven. All Master Masons are urged to attend for work and examinations.

Meres Ane Lodge Vine Wero L. Allen

Vacumatic Carburetor Offers Savings For Motorists

An ad-like notice promotes the Vacumatic Carburetor by the Vacuumatic Carburetor Co of Wauwatosa Wisconsin. It claims to reduce fuel waste by over-rich mixtures and installs in minutes fitting cars trucks tractors and heavy equipment. They offer free details by mail or postcard.

Wisconsin State St Wauwatesa Wis

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