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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1938

Page

4

AP News Copyright Notice

The Associated Press notes it holds exclusive rights to republish all AP credited dispatches and those used in this paper. Reprint of special dispatches is reserved and governed by AP policy.

Associated Press

The Pressing Burden of Inr Matters

A compact note on how overemphasizing inr matters magnifies their difficulty to settle. The piece argues for balanced attention and procedural efficiency to reduce delays and ensure timely resolutions.

Portraits and Photographs Question Connie Bennett

Connie Bennett questions why portraits matter when a photograph could suffice, implying a preference for simpler image formats.

Connie Bennett

Three More Raids Staged Today by Nipponese

A Daily headline reports three additional air raids by Japanese forces. Another headline notes a large naval bill being approved, suggesting a causal link between the two developments.

Florida Kidnapper Trial Shift Sparks Debate

A mother regrets that the final Florida kidnapper will be tried in state courts rather than before a federal judge. She argues state courts make it too easy to prove temporary insanity.

Florida

Health Officials Warn of Rapid Colitis Spread in South

Authorities express uncertainty on curbing colitis as its spread across Southern states accelerates, urging immediate preventive actions to halt the alarming growth.

Birmingham Police Bribery Case Sparks Legislative Review

An investigation into a Birmingham policeman charged with bribery reveals Alabama law does not classify an offer of bribery by a bribe giver as an offense. The finding prompts calls for legislative action to clarify anti corruption provisions.

Birmingham Alabama Gosh

Kentucky Senate Salary Debate and Taxpayer Burden

The next Kentucky senator will be paid 10 000 dollars a year while state hires grow to influence votes and federal WPA funds rise. Voters face higher taxes to support a Kentucky representation in the U S Senate.

Kentucky Chandler Barkley United States Senate

Tennessee’s Race Forecast Amid Political Tensions

The Daily notes volatility in Tennessee politics as Governor Browning and Senator Berry face potential setbacks. It questions Berry’s marble valuation in TVA condemnation and Browning’s past gratitude toward Boss Crump amid changing fortunes and Memphis influence.

Browning Berry TVA Crump Memphis

No Compromise on Wage and Hour Bill Standoff

Fragmented OCR reads as a debate over compromise plans for wage and hour legislation. Critics question the value of a compromise that would impose extended bureaucratic delays and create uncertain compliance methods for businesses and industry.

Opposition to wage and hour bill and labor boards

The writer attacks federal wage and hour proposals, warns against exemptions and regulation, and condemns the Wagner Act and Labor Relations Board. They call for no compromise and urge filibuster until a fair wage differential and freight adjustments are set, linking labor policy to Democratic prospects in 1940.

United States South Labor Relations Board Senate Hell Congress Labor Board Democratic Party Herbert Hoover

Bank robbery inquiry in Cullman mentioned in 1926 note

From the Daily of June 10 1926 two white men are held in Cullman for questioning in the Hartselle bank heist. Also noted are boxing match Paul Berlenbach vs Young Stribling at Yankee Stadium and local visits including the Hutsons moving to Trinity Mountain and James Bayles staying with the Hamil couple.

Cullman Hartselle W. S&s Young” Stribling Paul Berlenbach Yankee Stadium

Roosevelt aide lobbying and dirigible clash in 1930s politics

Washington reports reveal a quiet lawyer lobbyist network earning $20,000 in a PWA project and rising activity from the Ickes faction as Roosevelt weighs political impact. Congress debates WPA ties, a $3 million dirigible funding battle shifts between House and Senate, with claims of industrial backing and naval opposition. Otha Wearin eyed federal posts amid Iowa contest tensions.

Washington Roosevelt PWA Democratic Party Ickes Congress Senate Chamber Senate

Mrs Humphrey to Visit New York City Friends

Mrs. A. E. Humphrey will leave Friday for a several weeks visit to friends and relatives in New York City. Miss Elizabeth Meyerhardt of Atlanta is visiting her sister Mrs. B. Patterson.

A. E. Humphrey New York City Elizabeth Meyerhardt Atlanta 8. B. Patterson

Chicago Eyes repeal of odd old city ordinances

Progress Chicago reports that corporation counsel Bar net Hodes urges Chicago to repeal antiquated rules. The ordinances include cabbages needing soil cover in fall and winter, cattle not to be driven over bridges, and marching in step with bands on bridges.

Chicago Barnet Hodes

How Noise Affects Health And the Nervous System

A medical overview notes that continuous noise harms digestion and fatigue, with high frequency sounds more fatiguing. Colgate studies show noise above a threshold slows stomach and intestinal movements, reduces saliva and gastric juice flow. Noise control in England aims to cut adverse functional effects by sound barriers and air conditioning.

Logan Clendening M. D Smith and Laird Colgate University Colgate

Dr Clendening to Answer Questions in His Column

The noted physician will address general interest inquiries in his weekly column, answering readers through a dedicated space in the publication.

Dr. Clendening

Roosevelt's 1900 Ride: 98 Miles in 17 Hours on Three Horses

The account recalls President Roosevelt traveling from Washington to Warrenton Virginia and back in daylight using three horses for a 98 mile journey completed in 17 hours. The lighthearted dialogue interludes contrast with the bold historic feat.

Roosevelt Washington Warrenton Virginia

Taste buds on the tongue explained

The taste buds are normal rounded reddish elevations on the back of the tongue with nerve endings that sense taste. They can resemble cancerous growths but are not cancerous.

A. R

Indigestion and Constipation Pamphlets Offered

Editor notes seven Dr annes pamphlets available for 10 cents each plus self addressed envelope. Send coins to Logen Clendening at WAS. Titles include Indigestion and Constipation reducing and Gaining Infant Feeding Instructions for the Treatment of Diabetes Feminine Hygiene The Care of the Hair and Skin.

Annes

Critic’s Voice on Fear and Courage Across a Family Scene

A critic notes a late seating and explores dialogue where Evelyn questions fear of dangers like cows worms and storms. Daddy dismisses fear, while a harsh stereotype surfaces in a vignette with Sambo recalling a Spanish war decoration and a rebuke about pride.

Fulfillment of Prophecy in the Crucifixion Note

A sermon on John 19 28 detailing how Jesus fulfilled Psalms 69 21 through drinking vinegar on the cross. The narrative emphasizes predestination and the exact timing of the fulfillment six hours after dawn. It notes the sponge vinegar hyssop and the lips of Christ completing the scriptural prophecy.

Jesus Christ

Coroner Nomination Leads to Likely Runoff in Kingston

Result of Republican nomination for county coroner in Kingston shows H. C. Phillips and Louis Cameron tied at one vote each. A run off primary will be necessary with 48 poll judges. election board Chairman Reynold Allen commented that only a small count may be needed.

Kingston N. C H. C. Phillips Louis Cameron Election Board Reynold Allen

Evolving Farewell Tone in Surreal Dinner Exchange

A fragmented dialogue blends defiance of praise with a calm farewell as a speaker rejects eulogy and accepts simple, intimate moments. The scene shifts through a dinner with a child, a playful miscue about beef, and a quiet sense of letting go without grand tributes.

Des Moines Man Fined Over Time Parking After Jail Lockup

Roy Grimm pleaded guilty to an overtime parking charge in traffic court. Municipal Judge Don Allen fined him $1 or a day in jail but suspended the sentence after Grimm said his car was parked overtime because he was locked up in jail and could not move it.

Roosevelt Speaker Rainey Henry Mac Des Moines Roy Grimm Don Allen Grimm J. Bryan Benchley Irving Stone Jack London Sinclair Lewis Teddy Roosevelt Sing Sing Ossining Liberty Street J. Edgar Hoover Carroll Case Dorothy Gish Harkness Pavilion Presbyterian Hosp Sally Rand Vic Erwin Post Lodge Larchmont Cotton Club Surfside Broadway Judge McNulty American Union For Democracy Liberty. N. Y. University

Old mutinhead dinner invitation sparks a family glare

A morning remark about bringing an old mutinhead home for dinner leads to a tense exchange. The mother questions a summer trip and the potential loss of a prized book, while Mrs Clapp fears affording a trip to a suitable place.

New York Heartbeat Skims Broadway Nightlife Cast

Walter Winchell-inspired column sketches Frank Norris Time editor and bride at the Waldorf, Earl Browder and others at Yankee Stadium, gossip on Lucius Beebe and Mary Joan, plus notes on photos, clubs, and city life.

New York Frank Norris Time The Mag Adolphe Menjous Veree Teasdale Waldorf Arline 49Th Madison Asta Robert Taylor Central Park South Earl Browder Mr. Big U.S Capitol Theatre Lazzeri Zori

The Man from Cairo closes over Viola Roache bid

The production ends after Viola Roache leaves for a better offer in Two Bouquets after Marc Connelly signs her. The Cairo team cites replacement issues, while rival Connelly admired her during her pass.

Cairo Viola Roache Marc Connelly Miss Roache Connelly

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