Agricultural Outlook Shows Reduced Cotton Acreage This Year
A crop report from the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries, citing U S Department of Agriculture data, notes cotton plantings this July 45 815 000 acres, down from 47 067 000 last year. Alabama's total cropland includes 3 652 000 acres in cotton, with drought and heat depressing yields. corn, oats, soybeans, and pastures also show declines, while hay and vegetable crops face mixed prospects.
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Virginia
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Comparative pay in southern textile work gains free living aids
A University of Virginia survey found southern textile workers earn lower wages than New England peers but receive employer provided benefits such as cheap housing and fuel, plus education and welfare work. The study covered Virginia to Texas and categorized mills as city border and country, noting community houses and mill nurses as indicators of employer involvement in local life.
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Abraham Berglund
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Frank T. deVyver
State Faces Downward Crop Trend As Rains Needed
Crops show a downward trend and farmers face poor conditions as rainfall deficits persist. Officials warn only widespread rains can halt further declines and restore moisture across the region.
Veterans gather for Alabama Legion slugfest in Montgomery
In Montgomery on Sunday July 27 the Alabama Legionnaires launch a three day event beginning with a citywide parade and a community sing at Crampton Bowl. The program includes resolutions, officer elections, and next year’s rally plans alongside a full schedule of amusements and a large supply of provisions. The crowd will hear veterans recall World War I songs and trample memories from 1917 to 1919 as crowds gather for the big push through the siege-like rally.
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Montgomery
Ala
Army of Alabama Legionnaires
Crampton Bowl
France
Revival Will Begin At Macedonia Soon
A revival campaign will begin at Danville pike on the first Sunday in August with Rev. L Smallwood preaching. Two services open the day with dinner on the ground. The convention features aircraft demonstrations at Maxwell Field, boat races on the Alabama river, a street dance, a jazz band, and a barbecue in the afternoon Tuesday. Miss Alabama will be crowned, followed by a grand ball led by Commander George M Grant.
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Danville Pike
Rev. L. Smallwood
Legionnaires
Maxwell Field
Alabama
Bathing Beauty Review
George M. Grant
Troy
Crampton Bowl
Chess Rule In The British House Of Commons
A historical note states that chess is the sole game permitted in the British House of Commons, reflecting a tradition or rule. This item records a unique parliamentary pastime rather than a legislative action or dispute.
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House of Commons
Record Year at Port of Mobile Sets Cotton Trade Pace
Mobile officials forecast a record year for handling cotton through the port of Mobile as the shipping season opens. Compressors and handling gear are installed for export of state cotton via the New York Cotton Exchange route. General William L. Sibert cites a published rate from Corpus Christi to the southeast and lower truck tolls by the Mobile Bay Bridge Company as key factors.
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Mobile
Ala
State Docks Commission
William L. Sibert
Docks Commission
New York Cotton Exchange
Sibert
Corpus Christi
Tex
Mobile Bay Bridge Company
Preaches Sunday at New Friendship Baptist Church
Rev. L. E. Town will preach at New Friendship Baptist Church next Sunday night at 7 30. The public is cordially invited to hear him.
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L. E. Town
New Friendshpp Baptist Church
Classified Ad Tells All The Fastest, Best Results
A concise classified notice explains the quickest and best results. It emphasizes speed accuracy and value for buyers seeking reliable service.
Cainland Picnic Appeals for Church Stands on July 31
Decatur Daily notes the annual Cainland picnic on July 31 just before the primary election and urges Christian denominations to set up stands to raise funds for their churches. Jas T Cain asks those wishing to establish a stand to notify early.
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Decatur Daily
Cainland
Jas, T. Cain
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