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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1947
Page
4
A long column mashes subscription rates and assorted notes. It mentions mail and carrier delivery costs, tax issues, liquor inventories, a planned lab or tax action at the White House, and local remarks from Decatur Mississippi and Alabama. it also touches airline incidents, livestock shows, pension relief, and Elks club damage from a fire.
Houston prepares for a new prohibition election amid a trend seen by local activists. The county, historically wet, previously opted to remain so, but now dry-leaning groups sense growing support for change and mobilization will follow.
The article notes hopes for supply easing on mechanical items within months or years. Forecasters suggest a possible six month period to catch up, with the aim of reducing inflation. The writer sees a hopeful trend as orders are filled and shortages ease.
Decatur and 15 Tennessee Valley towns watch the Federal Power Commission decision on natural gas supply options. The city hopes for municipal gas distribution to meet home and industrial heat needs and to boost revenue for public services, with gas possibly arriving in late 1948 if a proposed company is approved.
The piece argues Congress is close to passing tax reduction and labor control laws to restore public confidence. It notes Democrats oppose both issues, questions Mr. Truman's stance, and urges swift enactment and presidential signoff for national welfare.
Republicans push tax reductions before bills pass arguing a settled budget prompts deeper cuts. Democrats warn funds voted by a GOP Congress will aid the Democratic administration in elections. Republicans say voters favor expenditure cuts.
Veterans Administration medical chiefs oppose a congressional committee report on the surplus Army Navy munitions board. The board may drop the stockpiling program if funds are not provided by June 30. President Truman seeks 150 million dollars to buy strategic materials and 50 million more for later payment. General Somervell warns against delays. mobilization plan due by September with concise main text and extensive appendices.
Washington observers now expect the general labor bill to become law despite a possible presidential veto. The shift followed weeks of doubt as the House indicated it would not insist on an industry wide bargaining ban and other stringent provisions.
Officials in dry states and counties complain that selling federal beer and liquor stamps undermines enforcement of local laws. Treasury officials counter that stamp purchases are reported to local authorities aiding enforcement. They warn that without this aid dry laws become impractical. About 12 000 people in dry areas buy U S alcohol stamps each year.
Five CIO maritime unions agree to mutual support if a June 15 strike occurs but strong unity remains absent. A gulf splits leaders Joseph Curran of the National Maritime Union and Harry Bridges of the longshoremen. Curran’s union demands face ship owners while Bridges’ union and the Marine Cooks And Stewards hold a defensive line.
Washington reports the Government Printing Office breaks even and a possible profit on a coal mine health survey. A labor court proposal stands little chance this session, but possible next year. A tax cut signed by the President would cut withholding for July 1 paychecks under new tables.
United Nations officials report a anticipated clash in the Security Council as Russia and the United States tussle over the military staff committee report on a Global police force. Uruguay leads as the nation pressing action against UN members who have not withdrawn diplomats from Franco Spain. The General Assembly urged steps and the Council should act within a reasonable time. Argentina El Salvador and the Dominican Republic are named as noncompliant.
Travelers to Canada should buy money on this side of the border as Canadian currency runs about 92 cents to the dollar and coins about 88 cents. The favorable rate also applies to several other foreign countries for travelers.
London and Santiago clash over who owns a main Antarctic island with Britain claiming a crown-ruled territory while Chile cites earlier claims to justify a base there. The dispute centers on sovereignty and presence in the Antarctic.
One thousand baby chicks were flown to Decatur Alabama on a DC-3 Saturday morning. The birds were purchased by Farmcree Farms and raised for the Decatur processing plant.
In one year a Babussu palm tree may produce about 600 nuts used for oil in soap making.
Mrs Woop has died and her family plans a memorial in the church a stained glass window is installed and presented by the minister the old man visits the display but objects the window does not resemble the departed woman a light note on social quirks and polite remarks follows with brief exchanges about smoking marital remarks and dining manners
A terse exchange hints at a widow’s fragile position and a man’s callous remark as dawn breaks. No formal action or outcome is stated, but the dialogue reveals social strain and implied intent in a bleak domestic moment.
A fragmentary dialogue features a speaker remarking on women and queerness while others discuss plans. Characters Edwin Boyd-Hunt and a questioning heir debate a will, dinner plans, and mind vigor with terse exchanges.
A collage of short exchanges shows a mix of humor and domestic tensions. A waitress shrugs at fortune telling, a husband clashes with a self critical chauffeur, and lovers debate forgiveness while a professor irons out a quip about a learned jackass. The piece ends with reflections on fairness and warmth in relationships.
Dr. Isaac Adams of Boston develops the nickel plating process in 1869, marking a milestone in metal finishing.
An article cautions against self-treatment with nose drops stressing risks of rebound congestion and rhinitis. Dr. Clifford F. Lake of the Mayo Clinic recommends seeing a physician, reserving nose drops for specific cases, and suggests alternatives like nasal cotton with silver prep and moist heat prior to procedures or for infants.
The Christian Observer excerpt by Harry Clark urges South Carolina schools to expand Bible instruction. Clark cites statewide advances and argues for broader coverage in public education, reflecting early 20th century debates on religion and schooling in Decatur.
The author notes broad support for Bible teaching in high and elementary schools across South Carolina. Superintendents report better discipline, stronger engagement with literature, and clearer understanding of biblical references in English and history. Students increasingly volunteer for Sunday school teaching, with Chattanooga and Knoxville cited as successful models since 1933 and for twenty years respectively. juvenile court judges report no Bible students entering their courts.
Walter Winchell denounces Britain's Palestine stance, accusing Churchill and the government of breaking promises, alienating allies, and embracing a cruel policy. He recalls Allied sacrifices and warns Americans against aiding British imperial aims, insisting he is not anti British but anti British policy.
Steve Ellis relays in memo form from the Polo Grounds during Giants vs Yankees. Fans stand for the national anthem as a Runyon Cancer Fund drive gathers dollars from donors like Joey Adams and Billy Rose. A City crisis and odd news blur with Canadas currency limits and a Franco loan ask.
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