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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 08, 1940

Page

6

Communion Sermon Text at Central Methodist Church

The Central Methodist Church services presented a communion meditation by Rev. R. Lam uth Archibald. The sermon stressed the unity of all before the Holy Communion and outlined “The Three Looks” to Christ, self-examination, and the Second Coming. The evening message on the Fourth Commandment urged keeping the Christian Sabbath on Sunday and warned of spiritual decay when Sunday is treated casually.

Central Methodist Church Conby Co R. Lamuth Archibald Christ

Tempe Tempts Jeremy in Library Moment at The Oaks

In the Oaks mansion Jeremy Tucker and Tempe Hyde drift toward intimacy in a library during the morning. Tempe coaxes Jeremy to share books and read aloud, then leans close and they kiss before he abruptly leaves, startled by the turn of events.

Jeremy Tucker Gayle Mr. Weems Merrifield Bill Bailey Bill Tempe Hyde Jeremy Tempe Lola the Oaks

Birmingham Fights Here At Civic Center Bout Card

Decatur boxers clash with Birmingham athletes at the Civic Center tonight with first bell at 8. Pairings include Gillman of Decatur against Brown, Ralph Taylor of Decatur versus Murro, Worley of Decatur against Neal Campbell, Campbell versus Lambert, and Clayton against Montgomery with more bouts possible.

Decatur Boys Club Civic Center Paul Gillman Decatur Pat Brown Ralph "Taylor Tony Murro Worley Neal Campbell Wilson Campbell John

Baseball Results From The Associated Press

National League games ended in Philadelphia 4 New York 6 and Brooklyn 0 Boston 1. Cincinnati 4 Chicago 3. Pittsburgh 7 St. Louis 6. American League scores show New York 6 to 9 Philadelphia 3 to 10, Boston 7 to 4, Washington 1 to 7, Chicago 8 to 1, Detroit 5 St. Louis 2.

Wwtt Pet Ville Ttanooga See Phis Orleans Hielo Ingham Wewcaws Boston New York Chicago Louis Philadelphia Wwe Renee Washington L. Pet Cincinnati Brooklyn Associated Press Pittsburgh St. Louis Cleveland Detroit

Southern Association scores and rain plagued games

Atlanta beat Knoxville 6 to 4 in the second game halted by rain. Birmingham won 8 to 3 over Little Rock after 7 to 1 scoreline in the first game ended early by rain. New Orleans led Memphis 4 to 1 in a rain abbreviated contest. Nashville at Chattanooga postponed due to rain and wet grounds.

Southern Association Atlanta Knoxville Birmingham Little Rock New Orleans Memphis Nashville Chattanooga

Baths Reduced For Water Saving In Northwest England

Residents of two towns in the Lake District Northwestern England advised to sponge down instead of baths to conserve water for fire fighting.

Birmingham England Lake District

All Star Showdown Shapes Up as Baseball Heads to St Louis

The eighth all star game looms in St Louis as teams race for first place in both leagues. The Reds and Tigers lead while Indians Dodgers review losses from yesterday. Cleveland’s ninth inning collapse and Detroit’s 5-2 win shift the balance amid other key results across the AL and NL.

Bill White Associated Press St. Louis Cincinnati Reds Detroit Tigers Cleveland Indians Brooklyn Dodgers Reds Chicago Cubs Dodgers Boston Brooks White Sox Detroit Browns

Vols Hope for Victory in Weather-Delayed Southern Association Clash

Nashville's Vols, leaders of the Southern Association, seek a win to extend their narrow two game edge over the Atlanta Crackers as rain and soggy fields threaten tonight's game. If postponed, action moves to tomorrow with possible further delays, while the Crackers win over Knoxville tightens the race and Chattanooga Lookouts slip to third. Memphis fell 4-1 to New Orleans as the Pels gain.

Nashville Temm Vols Atlanta Knoxville Chattanooga Lookouts Memphis

WPA Enters Team in Softball League

The WPA has entered a team in the softball league and expects to make a strong showing as a number of leading players are on the roster. The team is sponsored by the occupational force of the organization. The personnel of the team will be announced later.

WPA

Tattle Tales Preview Of 1942 Auburn Texas A M Grid Series

Eddie Briet2s sports column from New York looks at upcoming Auburn vs Texas A M games, recalling 1942 predictions and past series in San Antonio and Birmingham. It notes a proposed 1942 double play trio Storey Stringer Waitkua and cites coach Mose Simms of St Marys Texas seeking a center.

Eddie Brietz New York San Antonio Birmingham Cub Storey San Francisco Stringer Los Angeles Waitkua Tulsa Mose Simms St. Mary's Texas

Farley labeled for high posts in sports and politics

Akron Beacon Journal notes Jim Farley rumored to retire from politics to become president of the Yankee dynasty with past bids for postmaster general high commissioner roles in boxing and baseball and other leading positions.

Jim Schlemmer Akron Beacon- Journal Jim Farley Mr. Farley Churchill Downs National Pro Football League United States

MASTER MINDING Friday 20 inning thriller features Durocher order

In a Friday 20 inning thriller Leo Durocher ordered three batters passed in a tense contest ending with three double plays. Gene Sarazen and Craig Wood, both recent open playoff losers, exchanged glum remarks at lunch. Stanley McGinnis seeks sponsorship for a heavyweight prospect. Antonio Fernandez faces Al Franklin in Paterson New Jersey Thursday night with Jimmy at ringside.

Leo Durocher Gene Sarazen Craig Wood Stanley McGinnis Boya Antonio Fernandez U.S Paterson, N. J al Franklin Jimmy

Comeback Talk Sparks Varied Views on Jack Dempsey

Readers weigh in on Jack Dempsey with mixed bets. some predict a comeback while others fear a decline. The prose reflects public debate over the former champion’s boxing future.

Jack Dempsey

Phillies teach baseball at World's Fair

Phillies staff give exhibition lessons at the World’s Fair. Coaches demonstrate batting and fielding drills for visitors and local youth as part of an ongoing promotional program. Players interacted with fans and signed autographs amid the festival activities.

Tee-Hee Herald-Tribune Phillies

Is Brooklyn Still in the Lead Bill Terry Says

Bill Terry asks if Brooklyn remains ahead and questions the team’s early season edge. He cites pressing matchups and the pace set by rivals as proof of ongoing competition.

Bill Terry Brooklyn

Montgomery plans 16 new homes permit total 51900

Building permits issued by City Building Inspector F. A. Gillette authorize 16 new residences costing 51900 in the last week. This brings the yearly total to 240 homes since the start of 1940.

Montgomery F. A. Gillette

Fairhope to Host Inaugural Softball Clash in July

Fairhope Alabama prepares for a community league opening featuring the Rotarians and Volunteer Firemen in a July 12 game following a July 8 announcement. The event marks the first softball match in a new commercial league.

Fairhope Ala Rotarians

Woman Slips on Hotel Bannister in Spokane

Mrs. Stella Kronnick, 21, slipped on a hotel bannister in Spokane. She was treated for a sprained back after telling hospital attendants she had forgotten the technique of dismounting at the foot of the stairs.

Spokane Stella Kronnick

Travelers, Barons split two games in doubleheader

Little Rock’s Travelers and the Birmingham Barons split a doubleheader with the Barons winning the first 8-1 after Mele’s first inning homer. The Travelers claimed the second 7-3 as the fourth inning saw the Pelicans ahead four to three.

Pels Little Rock Travelers Birmingham Barons Mele Barons

Hill backed for chairman

Mobile Alabama July 8 Senator Hill is backed for Alabama chairman of the Democratic national convention with Bankhead favored for the resolutions platform committee. Lt. Gov. Carmichael said the delegation shares the sentiment and supports Hill for chairmanship and Bankhead for the platform panel.

Mobile Ala Gessner &T McCorvey Resolutions Committee Bankhead Jasper Chicago Wag+ner Montgomery Carmichael Senator Hill Senator Bankhead Platform Committee

British actors drafted to aid homeland from Hollywood

Hollywood reports say Great Britain has called home its film actors aged 18 to 31 to serve abroad. Others in the British film colony may assist in various ways, with Richard Greene among those volunteering to return to England at once.

Hollywood Great Britain Richard Greene England

Special Democratic primary set for Crenshaw first district

A special primary will be held July 30 to elect Crenshaw county commissioner in the first district after the death of John H. Bradley who had been renominated.

Laverne Ala Crenshaw County John H. Bradley

Curfew in Paris Extended by German Military Order

Paris reports a one hour curfew extension from 10 p m to 11 p m under German military governor regulations. Cafes may close at 10 30 pm and blackout restrictions tighten amid fear of Allied bombing. No nighttime incidents have been recorded since occupation.

Paris Berling

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