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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1934
Page
2
Off ice of publication notes second class matter at Decater Pond Lm for Mareh. This item references the Associated Press and advertising representatives in New York and Des Moines.
The Tennessee Valley Council in Decatur plans a full-scale resumption of Boy Scout activities. The text emphasizes that investing in youth character is sound and worthwhile, urging readers to do what they can despite costs.
Mary E Spence, longtime manager of the Postal Telegraph Co. here, has moved to Burlington Washington to make her home. Friends note her courteous, efficient service and extend good wishes as she leaves the local office.
Go Ahead indications point to Congress adjourning in the first half of June. Much business remains in suspense as leaders await word on adjournment and the next round of legislation and corporate policy. Roosevelt and big business favor an early exit, but Congress has not yet taken the hint.
Seniors at Decatur High School celebrate graduation night as diplomas are awarded for years of study. The article praises teachers and classmates and notes Judge W. H. Thomas’s passion for the Mt Meigs reform school for juvenile negro offenders, detailing its operations, population, and funding.
A speaker urges citizens to join those who strive to improve Decetur, suggesting real success lies in service and community impact rather than monetary gain. The message emphasizes long term dividends from public spirited action and being part of a better city.
J William Busby and his wife were attacked in their garage by two gunmen. Busby fired back, wounding one gangster seriously while police check records show both robbers had criminal histories. Busby is praised for courage. hospital costs and public funds are discussed.
Thousands of Gary steelworkers vote to strike and Chicago area workers may quit June 10 unless unions are recognized. A drought forecast warns of food and water shortages, while Russia doubles bread prices and unveils a giant press-planes. Mussolini attacks disloyal allies as Britain uses diplomacy to dodge debt.
Several hundred alumni and former students attended Reunion Day on the Athens campus during commencement week. Addresses were given and music provided by the high school band. A picnic dinner was served with Prof. W. H. Johnson, principal, hosting the event.
Mrs. W T Clay Jr hosted the Friday Afternoon Bridge Club at her Bryan Street home with Mrs Kelley Bitting Jr winning high score and Mrs D L Rosenal Jr taking guest prize. A Huntsville Athens Madison party at Mrs Jack Tanner’s featured high score winner Mrs John Burnham of Madison and consolation to Mrs Malone Moore. Mrs Gilbert R Smith of Elkmont and daughter Mrs Gerald Teasley of Moulton hosted guests in honor of Mrs W B Smith of Texas. Numerous players attended, with multiple high score and consolation prizes awarded. Miss Florence Matthews wed Max Shippe at the Methodist parsonage with Rev Wilds S Dubose officiating.
Dr. Logan Clendening extols baseball as the healthful sport surpassing cricket, tennis, and golf. He warns about minor finger fractures and pitcher arm injuries nicknamed glass arm, urging prompt attention though many injuries heal without splints.
Kennedy Byers of St. Louis arrived to Albany to survey dsen and individual cow owners in the area. A large county delegation answered a tax adjuster citation on raises for parcels within the county. Mr and Mrs Vernon Ginson and baby of Paint Rock visited relatives here. Miss Louise Going of Birmingham stayed with Mrs T G Munday. Miss Ruth Stroup visited friends near Hartselle this week.
Prices for poultry eggs and livestock shown with mixed demand and steady or advancing quotes. Hogs and cattle listed by weight ranges with steady to higher bids. corn and oats hold Saturday levels. cotton seed and butter futures quoted. regional point prices referenced.
In Los Angeles the West Adams district, an old aristocratic enclave, shows signs of decline amid new social norms. Irving Thalberg, Norma Shearer, Peter Arno, Wallace Beery, Joan Crawford, Tom Mix, Buster Keaton, and Norman Kerry populate a sketch of cinema society. The writer notes Vanity Fair style gossip venues and the persistent pull of family life and moonlighting stars.
Daily Washington Merry-Go-Round reports the Amalgamated Tron Steel and Tin Workers union, revived from 5,000 dues-paying members to over 30,000, moves to challenge industry leaders with a show-down on recognition. Delegates form a strategy board to plan possible general strike actions. Roosevelt advisers warn labor revolutions may loom.
The writer contrasts old and new floor fashions from hardwood to Oriental rugs and recalls rough planks from childhood. He recalls the 1930s floor craze and recalls a memory of a middle aged fibula cracking during nightly quiet in town.
A pharmacist prepared remedy named B C offers quick relief from violent headaches and nervous tension in minutes. Marketed as non habit forming, it claims to ease muscular aches colds and neuralgia while reducing fever without opiates. Available in 10c and 25c packs at drugshops.
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