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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1934
Page
2
A local merchant proposes making home screening compulsory though the merchant and business appear uninterested in the topic. The remark was noted as a public comment without direct action or affiliation.
A rush of pending bills remains as tariff silver and housing await action. The session’s outcome is uncertain with Roosevelt’s proposals still under consideration. Business watches and waits as Congress nears recess.
A radio and speaker push emphasizes the second primary in Morgan county on June 12. Voters are urged not to miss the date and to cast ballots with predictions leaning to a lighter turnout than May 1.
The Better Way movement shifts from threatening a strike to a formal study of production wages and hours conducted by NRA following conferences with General Hugh S. Johnson, NRA administrator. The aim is to address perceived wrongs through analysis rather than disruption.
A proposal from Rogers urges a government role to settle disputes and keep workers employed until conferences end. The idea, though likely not taken seriously, is worth study to avoid starvation and property destruction amid broader national controversies.
A local town meeting in Bigtown triggers discussion on public affairs amid reports of limited prizes and concerns over private weapon ownership. The brief notes reflect period style and include a reference to copyright agency King Features Syndicate and writer Arthur Brisbane.
Mayor LaGuardia convened a seven million citizens gathering to discuss funding relief. Notables such as Bishop Manning Winthrop Aldrich and James Lyons attended as the city weighs bonds or ongoing budget for six million residents. The debate centers on funding methods and long term relief plans.
A physiology perspective notes fielding focus often surpasses batting practice. It argues batting success hinges on cerebellum coordination of eye, equilibrium, and rhythmic muscle movement. Training eye sensitivity and precise timing at impact are key to defeating fast pitches.
Twelve or more Hartselle delegates led by the Rev R M Howell departed Birmingham on a special train to attend the Epworth League convention in session at Athens this week. Misses Ruth and Bernice Stoy returned from Parkville and Wils Gito Levin is in Athens for the convention. Work has begun resurfacing Decatur streets after the contract for the project was let weeks ago. Miss Eliza McCauley of Somerville left for Florence for a six weeks school course.
Al Latta and M. McClure of Hollywood California are visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. M. G. Wimberly at 308 West Church Street.
The piece cites Governor Pinchot on arming steel workers and industry, warns of dynamite claims, and contrasts domestic industrial conflict with European war. It notes General McArthur seeking 1000 planes, underground air bases, coast patrols, and aerial surveillance, plus a wandering reflection on moving pictures and capital punishment in Germany.
The honor roll for Gordon Bibb school lists multiple grade levels with teachers and student names. Senior First Grade includes Mrs Blackwell and Robert Caudill among others. Additional grades name students such as Marie Brown, Martha Rich, Earl Jones, Milton Willd Jean Finn, and many more in sequences through Senior Sixth Grade with extensive pupil lists.
Los Angeles June 6 It was one of my favorites because of a refreshing nature. Irvin Cobb came along Craven's son John and stepdaughter P Daly were there Irene Pranklin and husband Jerry Jarnigan too Mrs Craven was here transplanted from Broadway 16 years ago They will never go back Save for flying visits After dinner gravey hounds dream about we siestled in a Grand Central living room Irene and her husband at the piano intersperse her red head madrigals with ribald honeys Frank strolled in the park Cobb was in top form Craven and Miss Franklin had seen future release shots They were good High jinks They knew they were good.
Miss Franklin once a vaudeville headliner and Craven a famed playwright share a serious moment as they adapt to film. They marvel at the challenges of movie production, remaining seasoned performers who now enjoy a life they never imagined and love it.
The piece profiles Irene and her husband and actor Frank Craven, noting his fifty years on stage next September and his family history in theater. It mentions Blyth Daly, Craven's stepdaughter, growing up in California and becoming a horsewoman, with possible New York stage plans this fall.
A fragmented passage notes Clara Bow's present residence on a wind swept boulevard and describes barred windows as mute evidence of kidnapping fears surrounding Marlene Dietrich whose former home is nearby.
Graduation exercises at Clements High School in Coxey Limestone county begin Friday at 8 o clock with Prof Grady Richards of Florence delivering the address. Diplomas awarded to Ruby Lee Hudson Ruth Legg Latanne Cox Edith Easter Hattie Mae Ezelle Ellie Rose Muray Hudson Malcolm McCormack Bruce Allen. Ruth Legg valedictorian Ruby Lee Hutson salutatorian. Baccalaureate by Dr Robert L Motley First Baptist Church Florence. Senior class night Wednesday a radio party titled Senior Radio Party.
Harold Lloyd's estate is among the finest but a Venetian palace Ernest Lubitsch is building in Bel Air will rival it. The exclusive area once kept movie folk out now hosts lavish film magnates.
The coast adds the cruel but comic label nose candy for cocaine. Jimmy Cagney uses the phrase in his final film, highlighting its street cred and sensational appeal.
The irritation of slow service shows as Earl Carrol waits over thirty minutes for fruit cocktail, then calmly exits with a waiter noting the scene. He reassures that he will be back after stepping out for something to eat.
A rough weekly boxing card produces lively but chaotic scenes with crowd roars and banter. An odd exchange last night included a muffled voice shouting at a fighter, adding a surreal moment to the event.
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