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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 01, 1939

Page

2

German drive in Spain reshapes power as Italy aids Franco

The article details German economic penetration in Spain via Krupps mines and German airlines, with Italian troops credited for Franco's victory. It notes German control of shipping, industry, and fortifications from Biscay to Morocco, amid Italian economic support and a growing German influence on Spanish life.

Europé Italy Spain Itler Mussolini Hitler Krupps Biscaya Askari Hisma Ita Gend Germany On J Urnes Rea Pach Bay of Biscay Mediterranean German Economic Commission Berlin Algeciras Agadir Gibraltar Moroccan Ceuta Melilla Tetuan Jebel‘Musa Protectorate Spanish Morocco London France Guadalajara

Behind the World War Fears and Roosevelt Quiet Support

Washington reports a credible warning of a possible European conflict within days linked to debates over Poland and Danzig. The piece notes cautious Roosevelt administration reaction, Democratic senatorial silence on supporting a third term, and aviation propaganda discussions amid ongoing budget plans.

Washington Munich Europe Don Chamberlain Churchill Hitler Danzig Germany Britain France Berlin Mr. Roosevelt

Walter Winchell On Broadway Digs Nightlife Odds and Ends

Broadway gossip rounds up figures like J Edgar Hoover Dorothy Lamour George Jean Nathan Babe Ruth and Carmen Miranda with quips from clubs and streets. The column pokes at celebrity sightings and witty asides from New York hot spots and late night chatter.

New York John Edgar Hoover Guy Hottel Dorothy Lamour Astor Roland Young Bobbe Arnst George Jean Nathan Julie Haydon Bach Alexander Woollcott

Midtown Vignette of 1940s New York Screen Mirth and News

A fragmentary column describes a Trans-Lux Madison Avenue screening of While America Sleeps with Fritz Kuhn lookalikes and audience boos. It notes society figures and entertainers, mentions Byrd and Dalzell, and alludes to Broadway gossip, price hikes, and lyrics by Mitchell Parish amid a shifting wartime culture.

Midtown Trans-Lux Madison Avenue 59Th Street America Fritz Kuhn Fritz Kubnicks Admiral Byrd Margaret Byrd Lloyd Dalzell Harry Wilson Brendan Barbara American Way Smith Arthur Loew Oscar Levant Hitler Schacht Germany India Herr Goebbels Lil Deste Washington Virginia Franchot Tone Nyack Paris Glenn Miller Mitchell Parish Canada Norman Anthony Billy Rose

Relatives Visiting Roanoke Area Guests to Memphis

Misses Kate Brothers Allene Martin and Lucille Lamon will spend the weekend in Memphis visiting relatives. Mr and Mrs A E Stone who spent the week in Nashville Tenn are called here Friday.

Roanoke Ala Kate Brothers Allene Martin Lucille Lamon Memphis A. E. Stone Nashville, Tenn

Broadway Blonde Owes $850 to Sutton Place Benefactor

A New York novelette recalls a blonde who charmed nightlife then faded, later inheriting $2,800 from her grandfather while repaying a former backer. The man who funded her gambles fears exposure as she calls and writes seeking cash to cover an $850 debt.

New York Midtown Broadway J. D Sutton Place Colony

New York City Entertainment Notes and Local Scenes

A lively roundup highlights Greer Garson at the Astor, Ted Fio Rito at the Riviera, Sonja Henie at the Roxy, and Eddie DeLange with Jimmy Van Heusen. It also mentions Central Park's morning calm, a closing bookshop, a new 23rd Street stand, and urban scenes along Seventh Avenue and Radio City.

New Eddie DeLange Jimmy van Huesen King Manhattan Jennings Street Bronx Central Park Ayent St. Patrick's Cathedral 7Th Avenue 23Rd Street Lexington Avenue Radio City Radio City Newsreel Tenth Avenue New York 49Th Street 6Th Tth

Ex Mayor Discovers $110 In Weathered Billfold

In Burns Oregon on July 1 a former mayor A A Bardwell found a weather worn billfold while WPA workers urged him to discard it. He opened the zipper and retrieved 110 dollars in currency from the worn billfold.

Burns, Ore A. A. Bardwell Bardwell

Beneficiaries in Illinois Estate Reach Agreement

In Belleville Illinois on July 1 beneficiaries of the 40 year old Charles Orthwein estate reach a compromise noting it is better late than never as they settle distribution issues amid a slow probate process.

Belleville, Ill Charles Orthwein

Keep Injuries Out of July 4 Events

A public health column urges safer fireworks use after 8000 injuries, 30 deaths, and 57 blindness cases on recent Fourth of July celebrations. It cites the National Society for the Prevention of Blindness and other groups and emphasizes supervision, no dangerous sparklers, and delaying or forgoing fireworks for young children. Dr Clendening offers pamphlets on health topics.

National Society For the Prevention of American Museum of Safety National Fire Protective Association America Ind Prin

Trust in Jehovah to End Doubt and Seek Life's True Value

The sermon urges focusing on living for God's will over daily meals and worries. It cites Luke 12 29 and emphasizes Jehovah's care for all life, including sparrows, urging followers to trust Him, discard doubt, and pursue the fullness of life through faith and obedience.

Morgan County Bennie Cohen Senate House Congress Bill Salvador * Dali Kretchma Lindy’s Kit Kat Queen Mary Villepigue’s Versailles Leon Eddie Jesus Jehovah

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