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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1935
Page
1
Emperor Halle Selassie signals willingness to resume negotiations. Italian authorities seek a troop movement to avert broader conflict as diplomatic channels open.
R T Scarborough announces four WPA projects started in District One with Decatur as headquarters. Huntsville curb market $2,554 employing 25. Lauderdale county public buildings quarry $14,181 for 22 workers. Cullman county road and bridge $16,500 for 50. Franklin county road and bridge $38,000 for 100. Additional Decatur area work planned include welfare building Madison $9,542 for 19. Copeland Ct steel bridge Madison $2,473 for 61. Madison Ward improvements $14,181 for 22. total transfers and pending projects.
Alabama officials announce a reduction of relief offices to district level with consolidations planned by Sept 1 under Malcomb J. Miller. Thad Holt cites location decisions and possible job losses as 7 new works projects add 7,887 jobs, bringing total Alabama relief jobs to 25,178 across 152 state projects.
Markets at a Glance notes general stock advances with uneven price changes. Cotton quiet, sugar higher on Cuban decree. Coffee dull, Brazilian markets easier. Wheat and corn lower on crop prospects. Cattle steady to 25 higher.
The Reich press chamber identifies Catholic newspapers as noncompliant with national socialist spirit. Police dissolve the Steel Helmet units in western Mecklenburg including Parchim Ludwigslust and Waren for subversive activity. The Nazi organ Baden Buehrer urges elimination of Catholic papers as part of a drive against political Catholicism. Dissolution follows resistance to Nazi orders by state officials and party officers.
Shirley Temple sails for Honolulu on the Matson liner Mariposa with parents Mr and Mrs George F Temple for a five week stay in the islands. It is her first trip outside California marking a real vacation for the screen's child star.
A large crowd including many boys and girls attended the Neel home demonstration club meeting. Miss Erien Rowe spoke on canning fruits and vegetables and officers were elected for the new year. Mr. Berry of Florence demonstrated making ice lesses fly traps and other useful articles. Plans were made for their annual encamping trip.
Former U.S. Senator J Thomas Heflin arrived in Atlanta to serve as a stamp speaker for the Federal Housing Administration. He was appointed administrative assistant to the administration for the sixth district and will represent the FHA in public talks on housing policy.
Advertising in June declined 28 percent year over year, with Printer's Ink data showing the month of 1935 marking the first annual drop this year. The ad index fell to 783 as of June, a 37 to 1 decrease versus the prior month, with June typically weaker than May.
The body of Mrs. Singleton was exhumed amid a poisoning probe after her son influenced officials to have the viscera tested by Auburn state toxicologist. Singleton denied any marriage to Evelyn Stadium and said she and her baby needed a home. Evelyn worked as housekeeper and nurse. County Solicitor Andrews Johnston said no wedding had been proven and awaited toxicology results before further action.
Eleven people were injured early today when a Teche line bus traveling from New Orleans to Mobile collided with an engine at Kreele Miss. The group, treated at a local hospital and most released with minor injuries, includes Rosalee Parker Biloxi with a possible fractured shoulder Joseph Busby Mobile Ora Wells Philadelphia and Berwick New Orleans among those treated. The accident occurred in driving rain near Moss Point as the train approached.
An AP report notes Francis Sewanee faces a strong New Orleans squad as Sixty enters a pivotal football clash. The item hints at key players and the expected intensity of the contest.
A tentative agreement on a new tax bill to raise 9.2 billion dollars a year, excluding the intercorporation tax, was reached today by the House Ways and Means Committee Democrats. The plan would impose heavier taxes on individuals with incomes over 150 000. The administration’s tax plan neared bill form amid predictions the president would must intervene to ensure key provisions pass.
A man admitted staging a hoax about snatching the front page news after officials informed Byers and Scully of the ruse. Police prepared to file charges as the man claimed he would cooperate.
In Columbus Kansas AP report details two girls tying the knot in a ceremony with one wearing male attire. Alice Delores Hayes 20 faced an edict to abandon trousers or go to jail after spending the night with Margereé Fowler 14 at a Galena home. Police from Picher Oklahoma issued the clothing order.
In Washington July 25 after a one hour session the joint scale committee of Appalachian soft coal operators and the United Mine Workers recessed until 2 p m tomorrow. Philip Murray vice president of the union said no progress. Operators to meet before tomorrow to consider wage differentials. Negotiations resume as a three recess and a plan for a little NRA for the bituminous industry lingers in committee. The old wage contracts expire at midnight July 31 and miners warn of action if no agreement is reached.
A film featuring beauty contestants from the Nashville tri state contest is being shown at the Princess Theatre today and Friday. Miss Edna Elizabeth Adcock who won Miss Decatur in the Princess event appears in group and individual scenes. The film also depicts Beetles activities in Nashville drawing local interest.
Senate questioning reveals a box of cigars given to Representative Patton and a newspaper wrapped package later speculated as books on livestock. Hugh Magill, head of the American Federation of Utilities, testifies on contributions and lobbying as House rules seeks accord on a key provision tied to holding companies. Roosevelt's stance noted.
In Matamoros Tamaulipas unrest flares as peasant groups dissolve after a period of agrarian pressure. Officials report uncertainty over motives and potential regrouping despite authorities' statements. Local sources describe tense conditions and lingering disputes over land reform commitments.
A custody suit charges Bannister is not a proper person to care for the child and seeks control of the daughter. The filing accuses Bannister of being unfit to provide parental care.
Unclear text describes ponies crossing coast to Teague Island and being penned. Names and places are partially readable but specifics unavailable. The fragment hints at coastal wildlife event and containment action by an expert or authority.
Fragmentary weather note reports unsettled conditions across De region and nearby locales with vague forecasts. No specific data on temperatures winds or precipitation available in readable text.
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