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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 12, 1932

Page

2

Foundry-Bauter names Shelton and Bloodworth in notices

The Decatur Daily lists B Shelton managing, D Shelton, T Sheppard as business manager, and Benjamin Bloodworth in associated press notices with standard rights and reprint restrictions. National advertising reps Frost Landis Kohn are cited for Atlanta New York Chicago.

D. Shelton Benjamin Bloodworth Bator Rt Frost, Landis & Kohn Atlanta New York Chicago

Roads bond promises unite state over county systems

The Mor gen county bond issue for a complete road network failed to deliver, leaving the county with debt and few passable roads, mostly not reaching Decatur. The piece argues for state takeover of road construction, cites economy and labor advantages, and notes tax pressures and political blame.

Morgen County Decatur

Huntsville and Decatur Rivalry Spurs Regional Progress

In 1904 Huntsville and Decatur battled for second place in a shared baseball league ending in a riot. Now both towns lead efforts to make the Tennessee Valley an industrial and agricultural hub, with leaders from each city sharing responsibility and a strong do or die spirit.

Huntsville Times Huntsville Decatur Tennessee Valley

Two Towns Ask Congress to Halt Post Office Funds

The Dothan Eagle notes two U S towns urging Congress to disapprove funds for a new post office building. The exact towns and dates are unclear but the appeal is recent and widely reported.

United States Congress Dothan David

Decatur May Lead in Curb Market Growth Says Valley View

A state curb market growth summary notes Montgomery started in May 1927 and now ranks as the second largest, with $357,360 in five years. Gadsden leads Montgomery in total sales, while Decatur has faced reverses but shows potential as Tennessee Valley agriculture expands. The piece urges balanced progress in agriculture and industry for Decatur, Morgan County and the region.

Gadsden Montgomery Decatur L. O. Brackeen Tennessee

Typhoid Cases Rise in Valley Prompt Free Shots

The Daily reports increasing typhoid cases in the Valley with no rise in Morgan county as more residents seek free vaccinations at the Morgan county health department. Treatments are offered every Saturday morning from 8 to 12 o'clock to those exposed to the illness.

Morgan County Morgan County Health Department Health Department

Football Fans Choose Ball Games Over Wrestling Evenings

The piece contrasts people who fish with those who attend ball games and wrestling events, arguing that American efficiency prompts priorities. It suggests differences in leisure choices reflect time use and societal values.

Two Kinds of Debt We Need More Money Wheat Goes Home

A compact page item notes ongoing debt discussions as officials seek new funds amid agricultural market shifts. Farmers and lenders weigh options while price signals influence policy choices. The report highlights grain and livestock sectors with a focus on regional economic impact.

Europe asks what will you do on war debt settlement

The piece argues Europe’s view on debt versus looted wealth, calls for more money and inflation relief, and critiques gold standard ideas. It notes Hearst and Borah, questions fiscal policy, and warns against pumping funds to banks for hoarding. It ends with a sketched tech note on neon lighting.

Germany Europe Uncle Sam W. R. Hearst Borah Senate Finance Board

Heights sale tops Alabama auction history near Albany

The “Heights” auction near Albany Decatur tops Alabama history with Col Britt Davis of Payetteville Tenn as auctioneer. Morgan county discusses a $450000 highway bond. Ex-Empress Eugenie dies in Madrid at 94. A friendly suit by Alabama Water Co against Albany seeks 21387.83.

Alabama Heights Albany-Decatur Col Britt Davis Payetteville, Tenn Eugenie Queen of Sorrows Madrid Alabama Water Company Albany Water Company

Invention and War Veterans in a Prosperous Year

The piece argues cheaper production boosts long run prosperity and notes government moves to aid veterans returning home. It discusses possible bonuses, the Reynolds death case with new evidence, and a federal crime law on threatening letters, ending with a remark on tax-evasion enforcement.

F Smith Reynolds

American Standard of Living Below European Level

Senator Henrik Shipstead questions U S living standards saying Europeans retain basic comforts while Americans struggle. He cites farm tenancy and foreclosures amid a crisis criticized by economists who blame imbalanced opportunity. Congressman Rankin adds urban drift and high unemployment estimates as support.

Senator Shipstead Washington, D. C America Henrik Shipstead Minnesota John E. Rankin Mississippi Shipstead Ngressman Rankin

Weight and Growth Best Guides to Child Health

Dr. Logan Clendening discusses how weight and growth reflect a child's health, noting risks from poor breakfasts, lack of milk and cereals, candy habits, and fast eating. He links breakfast quality to lunch appetite and describes cases showing weight improves with dietary adjustments and slower meals.

Logan Clendening M. D

Brushville Funhouse of Jokes and Small Town Wit

A collage of jokes and domestic vignettes from Brushville features exchanges about love work and war era humor. It threads family quips, misheard lines, and light banter among neighbors and travelers highlighting social life and resilience in trying times.

English national game and origin of bowling

Cricket is regarded as the English national game. It originated in Europe, probably in Germany or the Low Countries. Shadow boxing is boxing with out an opponent.

Europe Germany Low Countries

Hoover Vetoes Relief Measure Amid Finance Clash

President Hoover vetoed the relief proposal tied to loans to individuals and urged a cross party compromise to avoid adjournment. Speaker Garner and Senator Wagner moved to modify the bill with loans to individuals removed, aiming to speed passage on a road bill in the Senate.

Hoover Stade Dent Evien Garner Geros Congress White House Cesar Curtis Spe Garner Wagner D Wagner Senate

Athens Plans Submitted for New Post Office

Plans and specifications for Athens Alabama's new post office were received by Postmaster C M Hillis. Bids for construction will be accepted by the government through August 5. The stone brick and tile building, featuring eight columns and Southern colonial styling, will cost about 80000 with total appropriation for building and lot near 90000. A lot costing 6500 has been bought off the public square. Construction is slated to take about 360 days and will create jobs in building trades.

Selma Times Journal Congress Glen Ridge N. J Florida Whitefoord R. Cole Louisville & Nashville Rairoad Alabama John J John Athens Ala C. M. Hillis

Native of Athens Dies at Bessemer

W. H. Lewis of Bessemer Alabama bank er and Athens native died of a heart attack after surgery for acute appendicitis at Bessemer Hospital Sunday night interment followed Monday afternoon He leaves a widow three children a sister Mrs D L Rosenall Sr Athens and a half sister Mrs B L Stacey Pulaski Tenn Son of the late Capt W G Lewis noted political leader of the county and Giles County Tennessee

Athens Ala W. H. Lewis Bessemer Bessemer Hospital D. L. Rosenall B. L. Stacey Pulaski Pulaski,Tenn W.G. Lewis This County Giles County Tennessee

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The Decatur Daily Mnesien Vallee B. Shelton Bauter Associated Press Abie State bYunds King Features Syndicate, Inc Arthur Brisbane Red Cross FE. M. Skinner Warrentown Georges Claude General Electric Westinghouse Morgan County Board of Revenue W. T. Lowe Albany Chamber of Commerce David A. Karr Florernce Emily Louise Wilmer Hall Washington Charles P. Stewart Central Press Argentine Republic Argentina Acre Buenos Aires Clendening Pat Brushville Telephone Exchange Willie the Nations Department Tom Harris Harry Brent Casper Brushville
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