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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 24, 1933

Page

6

Will Miller Beat Dillman in Decatur Ring Tuesday

San Francisco wrestler Will Walter Miller clashes with Joe Dillman in a high profile bout at Martin arena Tuesday night. Miller debuts in the area while Dillman aims to extend an unbeaten streak at local rings. Preliminary features Detroit’s Demetroff vs Winston-Salem’s Ramon as two newcomers.

Walter Miller San Francisco Joe Dillman Decatur Martin Arena Miller Dillman Pete Demetroff Detroit Pete Ramon Winston-Salem N. C Demetroff Lad Tobacco Town

Spirited Tennis Weekend Matches At Woodalls

The Woodalls tournament at the Moulton Road venue produced lively sets with long rallies. Lon Morrow defeated Russell Brothers 6 4 5 7 8 6 in a two hour and thirty minute first round as Skeeter Phinizy and Billy Boswell also advanced after two completed sets.

Woodall's Moulton Road Lon ©. Morrow Russell Brothers Skeeter Phinizy Billy Boswell

Trojans to Play Pulaski Today at Local Park

Decatur's Trojans face Pulaski in an afternoon game at Alabama Park at 3 30 o clock. Last Tuesday Decatur won 7 1 while Newt Hardy held Pulaski to five safeties. Jupiter Pluvius may affect play and a large crowd is expected.

Decatur Trojans Pulaski Alabama Park Jupiter Pluvius Newt Hardy Hargrove McDuff

Mollisons Rest After Atlantic Flight Crash

England's famed aviators Jim and Amy Mollison awoke in Bridgeport hospital after a nine hour sleep and a crash near Pendine Wales. The plane from Pendrine Wales was a total loss at Bridgeport airport due to exhaustion but both were said to be not seriously hurt.

Bridgeport Conn England Jim Amy Mollison North Atlantic Pendwine Wales Mollisons

Summer Training Camp Dates Set In Alabama Guardsmen

The annual summer training camps for Alabama's National Guardsmen run July 30 to August 13 at Fort McClellan and August 13 to 27 at Fort Oglethorpe. Colonel Hartley A. Moon said two officers from the 106th Observation Squadron will go to Key West Barracks, Florida, to assist in training the 265th Coast Artillery of the Florida National Guard.

Montgomery Ala Alabama Fort McClellan Fort Oglethorpe Hartley A. Moon 106Th Key West Barracks Fila 265Th Coast Artillery Florida National Guard

Judge Malone Appears In Eva On Community Program

Judge B L Malone appears in Eva for a community program chaired at that point. In tennis action Phintzy leads 6 3 first set with Boswell taking the second 10 8. Len C Morrow and Charlie Matthews beat Charles Nash and Campbell Price 6 3 9 7. Ed Neville defeats Sam Malone 7 5 6 2 to reach the semi finals.

B. L. Malone Eva Phintzy Boswell Len C. Morrow Charlie Matthews Charles Nash Memphis Campbell Price Ed Neville Sam Malone Neville

Baseball scores from yesterday's games across leagues

Southern League results include Little Rock 8 Birmingham 7 and Knoxville 6 Nashville 7. Atlanta 3 Chattanooga 2, New Orleans 4 Memphis 0. American League shows Boston 5 Chicago 7, Washington 8 Detroit 12, New York 8 Cleveland 1. National League features New York 8 Brooklyn 5, Cincinnati 6 Pittsburgh 1, Chicago 9 Philadelphia 5, St. Louis 12 Boston 0.

E! Southern Ae Knoxville New Orleans Memphis Aoa Neee Birmingham Nashville Eee Chattanooga Little Rock Atlanta New York Washington Philadelphia Detroit Chicago Cleveland Boston Pittsburgh St. Louis Cincinnati Brooklyn Nashville Memphis

Knoxville at Atlanta Opens Tuesday Doubleheader

Today’s schedule lists Knoxville visiting Atlanta for the only game. Little Rock at Birmingham is set for Tuesday in a doubleheader, with Washington at Philadelphia showing no games scheduled.

Southern League Knoxville Atlanta Little Rock Birmingham American League Washington Philadelphia

Seibels to Direct In Montgomery Area

R Emmett Seibles, former Montgomery banker, will lead the district branch bank of the Federal Home Loan Bank serving 24 counties in central and south Alabama. He will be assisted by R Tyler Goodwyn as counsel. each county will have its own counsel and appraisers.

Montgomery Ala R. Emmett Seibles Federal Home Loan Bank South Alabama Seibels Fourth National Bank of Montgomery First National Bank R. Tyler Goodwyn

Horses Upset Form in 1933 Classic Season

The article surveys 1933 racing upsets across top three-year-old stakes. It notes Broker's Tip winning the Derby, Head Play taking the Preakness, Mr. Khayyam beating Head Play in the American Derby, War Glory faltering after early speed, and Hurryoff winning the Belmont. It laments older horses like Plucky Play and discusses trends, form reversals, and notable performances by Head Play and War Glory.

Broker's Tip Mr. Khay Mr. Schmeling Mr. Sharkey War Glory Mr. Khayyam Gallant Knight Sun Beau Equipoise Faireno

Public Letters Mention Cabinet Shuffle and Postal Grievances

Readers report political maneuvering as the Republican Governor of Kansas acts against remnants of the prior Democratic administration. A complaint reaches Postmaster General Farley and prompts promises of attention. The Home Loan Bank names Patrick J. Maloney as Assistant Treasurer after James G. Strong resigns, with bets on a brief tenure.

Indiana Washington Strong R. L Wheeling W. Va Caraway Arkansas Senate New York Europe War Department Hoover Roosevelt Western Union Recovery Administration General Johnson

Fragmented quotes and banter on love and money

A jumble of quotes about marriage inflation disarmament and romance. Vague exchanges include remarks on June brides investments and shaving habits with blunt moral quips and dating banter.

Summer Proverbettes and Household Wit

A jar of aphorisms and humor about work honesty and thrift. The piece mocks advertising costs, praises stubborn honesty, and remarks that deeds matter more than appearances. It ends with a playful line about a first child and a shoe salesman father.

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In Capital Dope Scrutiny Faces Reversal Push

Fragmentary remarks suggest policy shifts as officials signal potential reversal amid strong capital pressure and widespread debate on drug policy. Sources hint at mounting opposition shaping upcoming decisions.

Biologist puzzle clues reveal famed pictured man

A newspaper puzzle uses numbered clues to describe a pictured man, with references to a famous figure and various everyday terms. The grid hints at names, places, and objects linked to biology and history, inviting solvers to identify the person and complete the crossword.

Rumor Taming and Quiet News Desk Notes

A reporter calms a wild rumor leaving little copy for the editor. Various light exchanges show Miss Jo abandoning surgery due to inside work. Windy Wolf complains about household help after a rumor about his wife’s appearance.

Windy Wolf Brushville Joan Crawford

Famous Last Sayings Weigh Grim Farewells and Jests

A collection of macabre quips and dark humor attributed to executed inmates and notable figures. The lines reveal a blend of bravado and irony as they face final moments, reflecting historical attitudes toward justice and mortality.

Fragmented Civic Snippet Highlights Cautions and Zingers

A jumble of lines shows a series of public safety cautions and sharp witted remarks on unemployment alimony and social observations. The text mixes street safety guidance with biting one liners and closing remarks about civic life and appearance.

Blue Star Ointment Promises Fast Relief for Itch

Advertising copy touts Blue Star Ointment as a cure for itch and skin conditions like ringworm eczema and rash. Claims it melts and soaks in germs and offers a money back guarantee if it fails.

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