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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1941
Page
4
The article outlines a Decatur home construction project serving three aims: easing growth retardation, supporting national defense by housing defense workers, and offering a solid investment for the builder. It notes the Decatur Daily as the local paper and references publication dates and postal information from 1912 to 1917.
Churchill endorses the WRAP campaign while warning of intensified Allied air and naval offensives. He argues British resolve rivals American zeal and urges continued pressure on German targets at channel ports and Berlin. Boots Poffenberger, suspended 90 days for an umpire incident, wins first Buford semi pro start, aiming to return to major league earnings.
In Birmingham Governor Talmadge stated that as long as he is chief executive racial equality would not be taught in Georgia schools. Days later the University of Georgia board of regents declined to renew the contract of Dean D Cockings whose racial views had drawn criticism.
A White House conference Monday decided to seek an extension in the training period for men under arms. The move, backed by the chief of staff and supposedly President, faces opposition from families and lawmakers, with political heads likely to roll as the debate continues.
A reader derides the Pryor plantation airport project noting the Tuscaloosa air training school operates nearby and questions why such a payroll of over 50 000 dollars monthly goes unseen. The letter conveys local speculation on economic impact and enthusiasm for aviation growth.
A reader complains about The Daily headline linking Governor Dixon to the Legion, while The Daily defends the phrasing. The Los Angeles Times lauds the young: journalism students prize essays on Freedom of the Press and the need for a vigilant, truth-telling press in a democracy.
Washington reports the war department worries that a large but poorly trained citizen army could not stand against a professional force. The piece compares draft training times, civilian armament, and the need to value the profession of arms while criticizing reliance on civilian training programs and CCC housing priorities.
Speech argues against extending draftee service for more training. Claims such a move would be unfair to the soldiers yet folly for the nation, suggesting only drastic policies could properly prepare for a modern conflict.
The army showcases amphibian Jeeps at Fort Benning as a quarter ton reconnaissance vehicle crosses 18 inches of water in Upatoi Creek by rolling fourth division. The test shows the Jeep floated across the stream and driven to the far bank.
Denny Bagby a 21 year old triplet from Tucson Arizona visits Knoxville to find his father. He says loneliness at home with a sister and a nurse in Tucson a brother in the army at Fort Worth Texas and an older brother in the navy at Norfolk Virginia spurs his decision to enlist in the Marines.
Dr Clendening recalls lessons on sprains from thirty years ago urging rest led to stiff joints. He cites Hans Kraus and Heinz Kowalsky promoting surface anesthesia and immediate motion with ethyl chloride. The method, once resisted, shows rapid relief and may aid athletic and industrial injuries.
A parent notes a 10 year old boy with bloodshot eyes and misreading the board. The school placed him in back, suspecting vision issues. An eye test is advised to confirm the need for glasses, despite reluctance to wear them.
Readers may obtain seven Dr Clendening pamphlets each priced at 10 cents. Send 10 cents, a self addressed stamped envelope with a 3 cent stamp, to Dr Logan Clendening care of this paper. Titles include Three Weeks Reducing Diet Indigestion and Constipation Reducing and Gaining Infant Feeding Instructions for the Treatment of Diabetes Feminine Hygiene and The Care of the Hair and Skin.
A collection of humorous vignettes from Decatur featuring dialect humor about money debt and manners. Pithy lines touch on family life school remarks stage lines and a spoof fishing club convention. The playful items reflect local character and everyday life with a wink.
A chef greets a prospect and boasts thousands of dishes including baked beans. A man asks about public speaking while a chap on a stool mentions proposing to a country girl over a party line.
Walter Winchell surveys fast moving gossip from Washington to Broadway noting Mull resumes duties, FDR radio plans, alleged ship arrivals, Alsop’s Bombay posting, elopements, society marriages, weather bets, and looming political clubs. It mentions Gloria Vanderbilt Vanderbilt and chain of society figures. It ends with opinions on a Tennessee incident and CIO leadership.
Washington rumors swirl over an alleged wrist-slashing of a department of justice employee identified as B. D. The incident was reportedly in an official’s office on July 10, fueling chatter about political and social fallout.
Exclusive Jap subs manned by German crews poised to sink American aid to Russia. Immagration Service via Sylvester Pindyck trims German American Bunders citizenships. Howard Hughes linked to new Warner star Faith Dorn. H Allen Smith signs daily humor column. Former star comic plans comeback falters. Josephine Hughes notes Jimmy Cromwell. J Edgar Hoover amid olive branches. A Washington legislator’s ambitious wife unsettles allies.
The Democratic brain trust believes Farley or O Dwyer can beat any GOP candidate for mayor. Some speculate Farley could run for governor against Dewey, with Willkie as an alternative.
Prepared by the River Transportation Division of the Commerce Department TVA reports multiple towboats and barges in July 1941. Vessels Norman Crawford U D Frog Jerome D Beeler Louis Igert Jr Tout Igert tow gasoline coke autos bound for Tennessee River ports, Guntersville and Wilson Dam facilities, with operators including Arrow Transportation Company Sea River Lines Igert, Inc. and J O Ashman.
Edwin Petersen spends three weeks in jail at his own request after owing 64 in support to his ex wife. He says funds were spent on drink and seeks treatment. Judge Michael Feinberg sentences him to three weeks for contempt.
W I Nichols a TVA power consultant led Southeast blackout efforts to conserve electricity for defense plants. The blackout was so widespread a restaurant served candlelight during dinner and a candle set his newspaper afire before staff extinguished it and power resumed.
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