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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1932
Page
4
The readable text shows a damaged Decatur Daily masthead and scattered advertising phrases. Names such as SHELTON and BENJAMIN BLOODWORTER appear as staff roles, with mentions of Easter and 1918 in an unclear context. The fragmentary material hints at publishing rights and national ad representation notes.
The Selma Times Journal reports from Atlanta that eleven Southeast corporations recently paid semi annual dividends, signaling looser credit and increased money in circulation. Buying resumes as needs are met, prices rise, and dividends trend up, suggesting a turning tide toward normalcy in the recovering economy.
The Democrats press the initiative with a forceful platform, signaling readiness to counter Republican moves as the rival party gauges its own strength and stance in the campaign environment.
The text notes Senator Carter Glass of Virginia advancing a Democratic strategy toward repealing the eighteenth amendment. It argues the move aims to boost Democratic prestige, force Congressional action, and pressure Republicans and President Hoover, potentially reshaping 1932 political maneuvering.
The piece argues people balance worry with activity, noting attendance at baseball games, movie nights, and intense office work as ways to ease the mind. It urges individuals to choose a fair mix of rest and productivity to improve overall conditions.
The piece notes a shift as streets feel better and Mr. Business recovers from crisis though still ill. Public sentiment moves from bragging about bad business to cautious optimism as prices rise slightly and agricultural prices turn upward, signaling brighter days after three years of decline.
Lawrence County Board of Revenue cuts health department and farm agency budgets by 50 percent to meet reduced tax revenues. Morgan County Board reduces its members fees by 20 percent and cuts road maintenance salaries by 20 percent. Both moves shown as prudent economy reflecting tighter finances.
Arthur Brisbane reflects on Adolph Ochs recovery, Hoover and Jefferson beer views, and Russia’s slow collapse with notes on oil, culture, and notable figures. Mentions Thomas Bata’s death and Smith Reynolds case, arguing goodness defines greatness amid modern turmoil.
Government takes over one hundred square miles spanning Lawrence Franklin and Winston counties to form a major forest reserve. Recent local notes report a Carnegie library robbery of five dollars during the noon hour. Nearby agriculture features include two unusually large Burbank potatoes raised by L M Aday Albany route 3 and a cabbage stalk with fourteen heads grown by John Montgomery east Decatur. Social updates mention Virginia Carswell visiting friends in Waynesboro Georgia and Mrs Foster Pointer with daughter Mabel returning from visits to Anniston Huntsville and Monteagle. Scottish Rite Masons from across North Alabama will meet in Albany August 4 and 5. Winston Jones’s home on E Vine Street Decatur has been sold to W E Lacey.
Question and answer style prompts ask how many words radio added to English, which tribe Pocahontas belonged to, and how many Americans reside in China. The phrasing implies a trivia or quiz context.
Washington observers say the present campaign offers a clear choice between distinct principles. Democrats show a well balanced ticket with Governor Roosevelt and Speaker Garner, while Republicans remain divided with the Old Guard seeking independence and many progressives backing the Democrats. Some tensions arise over Chicago convention strategy and allocations among Roosevelt supporters, Norris endorsements, and relations with Al Smith.
Charles Francis Adams, Secretary of the Navy, navigates a conflict between expanding sea power and Hoover’s economy program. Lawmakers pressure resignation or reduced spending while Adams argues the fleet cannot reach desired strength within agreed limits.
A collage of satirical lines and quips touches on love, diamonds, taxes, medical myths, social mores, and workplace humor. Bits feature a flirtatious voice, Sherlock Holmes banter, alimony complaints, political nudges, and classroom gags. The piece blends sharp one liners with character vignettes.
The note sets guidance on proper phrasing advising that the correct form is in search of rather than in search for. It emphasizes standard usage and avoids common error of incorrect preposition choice.
On this day in 1864 gold was discovered at Last Chance Gulch in what is now Helena Montana. The discovery triggered rapid settlement and growth in the mining region.
A brief note explains that a traveler calls himself rom and his wife romni with the language romani. The terms reflect self designation and cultural identity within the community.
A ten year study by J. M. Lawton shows white illiteracy increased from 1336 persons over age ten in 1920 to 1713 in 1930. Negro illiteracy declined from 2747 in 1920 to 2564 in 1930. Opportunity schools for literates will begin July 25 with pupils as old as eight attending.
Bee Freeman about 40 and his son Tommie Freeman were bound over without bond to await grand jury action this week by Judge J. E. Clem in Athens Alabama. They are charged with murder in the death of Luther Gooden, a farmer, with evidence described as mainly circumstantial.
Athens manager for Hill Grocery R O Moore underwent an appendicitis operation at Powers Hospital performed by Doctors A D Powers and M W Dupree. He is resting comfortably and improving.
Bibb county poultrymen following county agent Thomas P. Lee feeding tips report about average profit of one dollar per person per week while costs are cut by mixing protein supplement with home grown grains.
PRATTVILLE Ala July 14 General improvement and reform expansion of livestock farming in Autauga county has been County Agent L W Rews program for Our farmers said Mr Rew they want good animals they are producing feed for them and providing good pastures and they are taking care of them all of which means that livestock as a whole constitutes a very important part of farming in Autauga county
Walter Redmon of Mobile left city life after eight months of unemployment. He cleared 10 acres on Gunnison Creek near Birmingham, built a home, planted crops, and with $100 borrowed money started farming. He and his 11 year old son dug a well and built two fishing boats for the creek's waters.
Police report for the first half of 1932 shows 719 of 859 stolen automobiles recovered in Birmingham. The city notes most thefts involve personal property and emphasize rapid recovery efforts by officers.
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