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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1939
Page
1
WPA officials avoided comment on walkouts protesting longer 40 hour weeks for lower pay. Local authorities were urged to handle strikes as Washington emphasized that WPA policy does not recognize strikes and dismisses absences after five days without excuse.
Walkouts by thousands of WPA workers over a new schedule reducing hours and pay sparks talk of a national AFL construction strike. In New York City the Building and Construction Trades Council and AFL leaders debate action as payroll cuts threaten 200,000 jobs and potential dismissals amid protests and a push for better terms.
The piece argues Amendment No 5 would authorize legislatures to permit voting machines in willing cities and counties. It cites long-standing local demand and past election fraud allegations, noting Supreme Court rulings and Mobile’s failed attempts as reasons to change constitutional provisions.
Washington July 6 Aging Oberlin M Carter advances in a long bid to erase a 40 year old court martial verdict. The House military affairs committee approved legislation to clear the record amid prior rulings denying civil review. Carter argues he was convicted on suspicion not evidence and faces questions over contracts tied to Savannah harbor work. He cites support from officials and notes prior West Point honors and overseas service.
William R. Johnson a Decatur resident died suddenly at Baughs Infirmary after an operation. The 66 year old was connected with Decatur Iron and Steel for 40 years. Funeral at Westminster Presbyterian Church with burial in City Cemetery. Survived by widow a son L W Johnson four sisters. Active pallbearers listed. Honorary pallbearers include church elders and Decatur Iron and Steel officials. Born in Adairville Kentucky.
Judge A A Griffith will study arguments from both sides on the constitutionality of the Act creating the Morgan County Board of Revenue and Control. After Wednesday proceedings at the courthouse the judge asked briefs and said a ruling would come after further study. Solicitor Melvin Hutson and S A Lynne tended to show unconstitutionality while State Senator Norman Harris defended the measure citing Alabama Supreme Court upheld cases.
Morgan county American Red Cross issues a plea for help for a Danville family of nine. They need household goods clothing and furniture. the father mother and seven children inhabit the home. Call Red Cross at phone 358 to contribute.
Twelve completed the course of study Tuesday in the junior and senior life saving classes at Seneca Springs. Instructors John Roberts and Stanley Jones of Morgan County Red Cross chapter led the program. Right finished the senior course and four the junior class work.
In Boston on July 6 Maurice Loreck of Baltimore, board member of the International Association of Clothing Designers, predicts bold colored daytime suits in maroon to taupe. He describes three button drape coats, wide square shoulders, tapered hips and pleated trousers as the coming style. Delegates favor two piece suits with odd vests, expected to rise for early fall.
William Link Albes a Decatur born Birmingham businessman died at 12 01 am after a paralytic stroke at his brother Henry Abbes home 321 Ninth Avenue West Birmingham relatives survive three sisters and one brother funeral at Brown's Chapel with Rev Edward Ramage and burial in City Cemetery. He was 52 years old born April 16 1887 and had been visiting Decatur.
A Cullman county coroner's jury found that Jim Watson a 20 year old Shannon youth did not die from an unlawful act. Dr W L Tucker testified death was due to a heart ailment. Watson with Clifton Smith and Byron Echols of Shannon were in Cullman to visit young women and were released after being detained for investigation.
Thirty-one white and ten negro youths from Morgan county traveled to Huntsville for CCC exam enrollment. The county quota lists twenty one whites and four negroes. Mrs. Carlton Kelley, director of the Morgan County Welfare Department, oversaw the candidates.
Baton Rouge July 6 Dr James Monroe Smith former LSU president now imprisoned discussed market manipulations of school funds with District Attorney Charles A Byrne. Smith claimed investments served the university while Byrne said funds cannot be used for speculation and gambling.
New Orleans officials say forgery may be added to charges against Dr. James Monroe Smith in the Louisiana state university scandal. He is jailed in Baton Rouge on a $50,000 bond and could be re-arrested if released. Investigators say the forged endorsement on a bank loan check points to forgery. Between 1937 and 1939 Smith reportedly lost $461,320 in stock market operations with brokers Fenner and Beane. The case follows his abrupt resignation, disappearance to Canada, and return under guard. The parish grand jury convened after a holiday recess and adjourned, while a federal grand jury continues examining his income tax returns.
The air ministry announced five squadrons would join Bastille Day drills in France on July 14 as Britain weighs a strong warning to Germany over the Dan zig coup threat. A formal government stand on the Danzig issue was expected from Prime Minister Chamberlain in Parliament.
In Cleveland on July 6 two women, Mrs Arthur Hage dron and Mrs Joseph Bagnoli, disputed ownership of Polly Ann the yellow parrot. Polly announced a greeting to Mrs Hage dron in the station, and she won the bird.
An example shows Mr. Staten paid 54 cents for a want ad that located a mule. Readers are urged to place ads and call 46 free tickets to the Princess Theatre given daily. Read these ads and watch for your name.
The Treasury lowered the foreign silver price to 36 3 4 cents an ounce and announced it will resume buying foreign silver at noon. President Roosevelt may sign the monetary bill, restoring powers and the Stabilization Fund for silver purchases amid partisan debate.
Washington officials weighed export subsidy methods for cotton with July discussions. A flat rate near ten dollars per bale was proposed, while others favored negotiated subsidies per shipment as in the wheat program. The aim is to boost U S cotton sales to 6 to 7 million bales in the coming season.
The Federal Reserve Board said England France Belgium the Netherlands and Switzerland now hold 1.005 billion in gold and 360 million in cash on deposit at the New York Fed with total liquid assets 1.456 billion. They have four to 20 times as much gold here as before the war while Germany and Italy have less than half.
Henry Morgan James 63, longtime Somerville resident, died this morning at 3 30 after a brief illness. He is survived by sister Mrs Dan Ryan of Hartselle three nieces and two nephews. Funeral at Peck's Funeral Home Friday at two o'clock led by Revs McDonald and Prince. Pallbearers listed. Flowers coordinators named.
Senator Bankhead said the Senate may swiftly approve a 350 million dollar fund to expand the farm tenancy program. The measure would insure loan payments for landless farmers, extending up to 40 years with 3 percent interest, and would scale insurance to 50 million first year, 150 million second, 350 million third. County farmer committees would select land and tenants under the expanded system.
Lawson Little former American and British amateur champion was eliminated from the British Open after an 80 in the second round. He posted a 36 hole total of 159 at St Andrews Scotland as his hopes ended.
Joe Kilgrow, a former University of Alabama athlete, signed today to play professional baseball with the Montgomery Rebels in the Southeastern League in Montgomery Alabama.
Heavy rains in eastern Kentucky hinder rescue crews amid a mountain flood that swept the Licking and Kentucky river valleys. By July 6, 43 bodies recovered in Morehead and Jackson areas with nearly 100 missing. officials fear the death toll could reach around 100. Looting concerns arise as armed deputies monitor the region.
Weather bulletin notes the Tennessee River at 20.9 feet and rising. Temperatures reached a high of 94 with minimal rainfall, and a 1 percent figure for the past 24 hours is cited. The forecast calls for fair conditions tonight and Friday with gentle coastal westerly winds.
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