Drought Widespread but Localized Across Regions
A mid summer drought bites across parts of the Northeast and mid Atlantic with losses to pastures corn and berries, while the Midwest reports good conditions. Officials note moisture, heat, and rainfall patterns limit damage and may keep prices steady due to ample supplies of key crops.
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Washington
Middle Atlantic
New England
Dust Bowl
Rocky Mountains
Great Lakes
J. B. Kincer
Weather Bureau
South Dakota
Nebraska
Kansas
Colorado
Oklahoma
Texas
New Mexico
Arizona
Midwest
Mississippi
Ohio Valley
Series of Faith Focus at Central Baptist Church
Central Baptist Church continues the “By Faith” sermon series led by Dr. John C. Gowell Jr with topics Abraham Abel Emoch and Noah. On Sunday night guest Rev. Frank Fisher of North Carolina will speak after studying at Moody Bible Institute.
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Central Baptist Church
John C. Gowell, Jr
Abraham
Abel
Emoch
Noah
Frank Fisher
North Carolina
Fisher
Cowell
South Carolina
Moody Bible Institute
Chicago
Honest Boy Receives Praise and Funds for Returning Wallet
Johnny Curtis a 16 year old messenger and scout found a wallet with 2000 dollars and returned it earning a nickel reward. Newsletters praise his honesty flow in along with a fund for his family. A civic club plans a banquet in his honor while onlookers joke about the station.
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Santa Roba
Calif
Johnny Curtis
Hagle
Johnny
Sec
Dont Risk Your Wrists By Helen Follett
A fashion feature urges careful wrist and sleeve styling to enhance a woman’s overall appearance. It advises slim wrists, proper sleeve length, avoid bracelets, and use of massage cream for toned tissue. Also notes makeup capes and stray hair issues as part of grooming.
W M S Sunbeams Lead Morgan County Club Meeting
Morgan County AUSTINVILLE notes reflect a Monday meeting from the W M S with a Royal Service program. Sunbeams now led by Mrs Ruth Lott urge full attendance next Sunday. Local visits and family updates fill the week as P J Roper recovers, and Bible School at Basham continues.
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W. M
Sunbeams
Ruth Lott
James Clark
Ruby Hendon
P. J. Roper
Euthrea Hendon
Decatur
Bill Palmer
Moulton
Dennis
Hendon
J. M. Hendon
Leonia Rothfuss
Mary Anthony Roberts
Della Hall
Hatton Picnic Draws Large Crowd and Profit
Hatton community reports a financially successful picnic attended by a large crowd on Thursday. Several local residents and visitors are noted in moving between Birmingham Atlanta and Florence.
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Hatton
W. R. Taylor
Atlanta
Georgia
Baptist World Alliance
W. H. Haddock
Birmingham
Lloyd Glover
Mulga
Billy Killen
Florence
J. F. White
Lina Nesmith
C. K. Parker
Tempie Lee
Albes Hagood
Wren
Skunk Found Sparking Fridge Mystery in Cellar
A repairman was called by a housewife about a refrigerator leak and foul odor. He found no fridge fault but chased a skunk from the cellar, clearing the mystery.
Family Visitors and Travel Highlights
Mrs Justine Roberts on Cedar street hosts relatives for a visit. Luther Roberts returned last Sunday from Florida where he visited with relatives. Mrs Minnie Stovall of Danville spent last weekend with Mrs Luther Barnes and family.
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Justine Roberts
Cedar Street
Luther Roberts
Florida
Minnie Stovall
Danville
Luther Barnes
Kiddies Rhythm Band Pictured at Joe Wheeler School
The Joe Wheeler School Rhythm Band composed of third and fourth graders is directed by Mrs. H. O. Troup. The clasped group photo lists members in back middle and front rows, highlighting a proud Decatur youth organization and its fine performances.
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Joe Wheeler
H. O. Troup
Decatur
Back Row
Tom Stewart
Betty Jane McRae
Mary Ann Brown
Dorothy Jean McRae
Anna Rhea Goode
Thomas Craig
Clyde Scott
Bishop L. Gaines, Jr
James
Pear Tree Fruit Thieves Prompt Police Call
In Albuquerque on July 20 Mrs. Fred Deal reported fruit thefts from her pear tree by large boys. After being pelted with pears she contacted the police to report the incident.
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Albuquerque
N. M
Fred Deal
Congress Schedule Highlight Today in House and Senate
The Associated Press notes today the House considers alien pill related legislation around noon Eastern. The Senate continues debate on the lending bill with discussion ongoing this morning.
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HOUSE
House Debates Smith Alien Bill And Lending Bill
Yesterday the House debated the Smith alien bill. Democrats caucused on an administration program. Republicans held a conference on the general legislative situation. The Senate struck 850 million dollars from the administration lending bill of 2.49 billion.
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House
Smith
House Democrats
Benate
Echo of Lewis denounces Garner rocks Senate debate
The Senate debate on the administration lending bill echoes John L. Lewis criticism of Vice President Garner. McCarran proposes a wage base revival for WPA workers and Tydings suggests limits on party funding, referencing Lewis' past loans and alleged Communist ties. The McCarran plan fails.
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Washington
John L. Lewis
Garner
Senate
McCarran
Nev
WPA
Lewis
House Committee
Tydings
Democratic Party
United Mine Workers
Rep
Hoffman
Mich
House
John O'Connor
New York
America
Patrick
Ala
Money orders found in can tied to Alabama post office theft
Blank money orders reported stolen from a Chase Alabama post office two years ago were recovered this week in a coffee can near Pryor plantation in South Stone County. Investigators say the notes were discarded by the robbers as they travelled toward Decatur after their conviction, ending a long search by government agents.
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Chase
Ala
CCC
Pryor Plantation
Southstone County
Decatur
All Day Singing at Union Grove This August
An all day singing at Grove Church Union Grove will be held on the Sunday in August. The public is invited to attend and participate in the event.
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Union Grove
Grove Church
Collision near Wetumpka claims teen life in Alabama
Willard Smith, 16, of Red Level, was killed in a head on crash near Wetumpka. Four family members were injured. Police Capt. T. H. Goins said G. E. Hamilton of Felectic faces charges of driving while intoxicated and collision as a result of the crash.
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Montgomery
Ala
Willard Smith
Red Level
Wetumpka
T. H. Goins
G. E. Hamilton
Felectic
Rivalry Over Funds Sparks Return of CIO Chief
In a tense exchange, Hoffman questions a donor about returning a leader to the republic line after Patrick notes a $470,000 sum. Hoffman denies reestablishing the fore ver affiliation while the dispute centers on the money and leadership.
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Hoffman
Patrick
CIO
Republic Line
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Russell Gleason
Congress
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Associated Press
North Alabama
H. & H. Machine Works
Moulton Street
J. W. Wyker, Jr
John D. Wyker & Son
Decatur, Ala
the Daily
Salable
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General Electric Appliances
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Commission
J. L. Joly
Prop
Decatur Daily
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