Decatur Daily history and staff details near 1912 era
Reader notices show newspaper masthead details for The Decatur Daily Publish-4 in Decatur Alabama, listing publication frequency, imprint by Tennessee Valley Printing Co., editor names R Shelton and D Demiamin Bloodworth, and Associated Press credit. Advertising representative ties to Devine-Tenney Corp with locations in New York and Chicago.
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Devine-Tenney Corporation
New York Chicago
Detroit
Pittsburgh
Des Moines
Attenta
Slow travel in a rush a book could be written on the faction
A fragmented remark notes the paradox of slow motion when one tries to hurry. The text hints at a factional tension surrounding paying neighbors or patrons and the complexity of speed versus intent.
Johnson and Darrow in Hand to Hand Conflict
A fragment mentions Hugh Johnson and Clarence Darrow in a tense clash described as a hand to hand confrontation. The text blends political and legal figures with an odd NRA reference in a terse, era voice.
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Hugh Johnson
Clarence Darrow
Deadeye Dicks and Front Page Exploits Highlighted
Column questions focus on youths taught by parents about sensational modern figures. The piece critiques media obsession with infamous personalities and urges less time for such exploits on the front page.
Bing to Leave Movies for Farm Life Rumor
Rumor says Bing plans to quit acting on screen and move to farming though insiders claim the move is not certain and the star has not announced retirement.
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Bing
Farm Agent Notices Help Cotton Check Holders
Farmers who have not received cotton checks may obtain payment by contacting W. H. the farm agent. If you have already reached Mr. Gregory on the Gays shown above, do so again as your check may be ready.
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W. H
Mr. Gregory
Voter turnout and tax law debate mark primaries
The report notes 305000 in the first primary and 285000 in the second, with 260000 expected to vote in the next. The text predicts poll tax payments will remain compulsory until state interest wanes and elections need no change.
Pete Jarmon Enters Race Against Buck Oliver in Alabama
Editorial notes a political slogan debate as Pete Jarmon quits as secretary of state to challenge Buck Oliver for Congress. The piece reflects on voters choosing between campaigns and the impact of catchy phrases on public opinion.
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Alabama
Pete Jarmon
Buck Oliver
Pete
Buck
Hull
England
Raven
Campaign Steam Grows in Boy Scout Drive at OD
The campaign reaches its halfway point with increased activity and outreach. Organizers expect further momentum as December approaches and community support builds for the effort.
Movement in the ascendency sparks Boy Scout revival push
The article urges renewed effort to start a constructive Boy Scout movement in Decatur, noting 400 potential supporters and inviting unseen contributions to back Tennessee Valley Council revival through The Daily. The piece calls on readers to donate today to aid local leadership and campaign outreach.
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Decatur
the Daily
Tennessee Valley Council of Boy Scouts
Carmichael bill upheld paving TVA power for Alabama cities
The Carmichael measure is declared constitutional allowing early TVA electric current purchases for Decatur and nearby North Alabama communities. The court sustains the Attorney General’s opinion that municipal revenue bonds for transmission lines are not general obligations. TVA funding and delivery to Decatur within 30 days look likely despite possible delays.
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Decatur
North Alabama
Tennessee Valley Authority
Thomas E. Knight, Jr
PWA
Alabama
Alabama Power Company
TVA
Graves Renominated for Alabama Governor by Democratic Party
The Alabama Democratic Party renominated Colonel Bibb Graves for governor, marking a 30 year precedent shattered. Supporters praise his prior administration's growth in schools roads and health while noting changes in public revenues and private incomes as he begins a new four year term.
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Bibb Graves
Graves
Alabama
Democratic Party
Col. Graves
An Important Meeting Reported Amid War Scare
Arthur Brisbane reports on a tense meeting amid fears of war and unsettled global affairs. The column analyzes public mood and the influence of political rhetoric during a period of international tension.
How Flat Foot Is Caused and Best Treatment
Dr. Logan Clendening explains flat foot as sagging arches from weakened foreleg muscles. Early stages show foot pain with no obvious flatness. later stages include a fully flat arch and static flat foot. Treatment focuses on exercise, reducing undue standing, proper walking instruction, and correct footwear.
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Logan Clendening
M.D
Pay Controversy Across Nations Cited in Debates
Fragmentary remarks discuss John Bull resisting full payment in goods and calling for part cash. The speaker notes the president’s likely stance on compensation, indicating a clash over payment terms and value.
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John Bull
New York man 58 kills partner and child before death
Michael Spisak and his family are described in a grim case as he killed his partner Anna aged 87 and wounded their nine year old daughter after she left him with another partner. Police say he then shot himself.
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Michael Spisak
New York
Anna
Spisak
Spider bite dangers linked to widow spiders in the West and Mississippi
A resident of the West faced throat muscle pain and near death after a black widow spider bite. In Mississippi a one year old child died four days after a black spider bite, illustrating uncertain risks posed by these arachnids.
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West
Mississippi
River Falling Gauge Report
The Tennessee River gauge at 8 a.m. measured TB feet and was falling.
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Tennessee
Heavy Rain Spreads Watermelon and Potato Caravans
A heavy rain moving through Cullman County yesterday extended into Morgan County aiding crops. Traffic note shows 28 carloads of watermelons and 31 carloads of Irish potatoes moving through.
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Cullman County
Morgan County
St Louis Guest List Recalls Local Socials
Mrs J O Ballard of St Louis visited relatives here and Mesdames R H Walker J Horton R B Patton and George Duncan were guests yesterday of Mrs L A Neill in town.
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J.O. Ballard
St. Louis
R. H. Walker
J. &. Horton
R. B. Patton
George Duncan
L.A. Neill
Perton Himes Returns From Presbyterian Young People’s Event
Perton Himes has returned from a Presbyterian young people’s meeting held near Mo. The event gathered youth from area churches for fellowship, discussion, and service activities.
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Perton Himes
Presbyterian Young People
mMo
Robertson Returns From Birmingham Visit
Isors Robertson returns from a visit to Birmingham, detailing experiences and impressions from the trip.
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Isors Robertson
Birmingham
Weather report fragment notes high 88 low 63
A brief weather line records the 24 hour maximum temperature of 88 degrees and a minimum of 63 degrees. No city or date provided.
New York Day by Day: A Breezy Tour of Theater Personalities
O. O. McIntyre offers a snapshot of mid June New York gossip. He mentions Bob Brink erhoff George Jean Nathan Lyda Robert Queenie Smith and Billie Burke plus observations on Broadway life and a flash of theatre history from Europe to London.
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New York
Bob Brinkerhoff
George Jean Nathan
Bob Bartlet
Lisle Bell
Roxy
Fox
Queenie Smith
Joe Laurie, Jr
Fire Island Shack
Vicki Banum
Lyda Robert
Percy
Hammond
Genevieve
Sid Solomon
Billie Burke
Billy Burke
Gorepaugh
Europe
Burke
Frisco
Andrus
Germany
Billie
Vienna
Moscow
Aumont
London
George Edwards
Charles Frohman
York
One man sidewalk bank enlivens Lenox avenue
A versatile colored musician performs on Lenox avenue with cymbals strapped to ankles a guitar around his neck mouth organ megaphone and a row of chimes he kicks in rhythm watching him can be dizzy
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Harlem
Lenox Avenue
London observer notes cheerful party at social club
A London observer reports a lively gathering at a social club with a party atmosphere. A quartet performed, adding entertainment to the convivial evening.
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London Observer
Gt Club
Walter Winchell and Hollywood Anecdotes in Silly Verse
A fragmentary column notes Walter Winchell as a Broadway trademark and includes a playful verse about aging and illusions of love. It also quotes Mae Clarke and a brief gag about Hollywood previews and vanity in the Century of Progress year, with a sharp line about doctors and odd births.
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Izzy
Will Rogers Praises and Parries in Ah Wilderness Banter
In Hal, Will Rogers jokes about New York critics and stage taunts. He quips that Leslie Howard praised him, and Rogers retorts that he is the first to tell him the truth. The exchange captures Rogers' wit offstage after a performance.
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Will Rogers
O'Neill
Hal
New York
Rogers
Cohan
Leslie Howard
Will
Rogers Outsmarts Heckler With Box Office Promise
In a curtain speech Rogers tells the audience that if they saw George M. Cohan in the New York troupe they could return to the box office and get half their money back. A clown heckler retorts by doubting Rogers equals Cohan in talent.
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Rogers
George M. Cohan
New York
Cohan
Phoney Broadway Brilliance Quip Sparks Theater Jest
Jack Arthur remarks that a phoney is a man who mistakes Broadway lights for his own brilliance. The witty aside targets vanity in show business and reflects a sharp, ironic tone of the era.
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Jack Arthur
West Coast stars work long hours on Count of Monte Cristo
Louis Calhern and Sidney Blackmer, two top West Coast actors, labored long hours over a scene in Count of Monte Cristo. They wore period costumes with high collars and Wellington boots. Douglas Jr. accompanied Gertrude Lawrence while the elder Fairbanks escorted Lawrence’s 17 year old daughter, making a genuine family gathering.
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Louis Calhern
Sidney Blackmer
Count of Monte Cristo
Marseilles
Douglas, Jr
Gertrude Lawrence
Fairbanks
Miss Lawrence
Sailor Beware Playwright Visits Panama Waterfront
Kenyon Nicholson, famed Broadway playwright, visits Meredith Nicholson in Paraguay and stops at Panama. He notes his play Sailor Beware, though fictional, echoes the real waterfront scene he observes there.
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Kenyon Nicholson
Broadway
Meredith Nicholson
Paraguay
Panama
Bryant Park Reclaims Verdant Park Image With New Trees
The Manhattan square known as Bryant Park regains a parklike feel as trees are added to restore its once tired look. For years it faced a civic battle over upkeep and neglect while serving as a busy venue for Help Wanted ads displayed on a vast white paper sail. The scene shows people reading and sitting from dawn to dusk amid the revived greenery.
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Bryant Park
Manhattan
Bryant Park Anecdotes and a Cairo Reunion
Vivid reminiscence recalls Bryant Park encounters with poet Arthur Gutterman and editor figures. A nightly conclave of sandwich men, Eugene Walter’s sleep on a bench during a play’s tour, and an awkward run in with an editor marked by unspoken rules and a later Cairo reunion after 15 years.
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Bryant Park
Arthur Gutterman
Eugene Walter
O. Fenry
Madison Square
Solance
Bryant
Cairo
McNaugh
A Friend Passes Billy La Hiff Lauded By Broadway Peers
An obituary tribute recalls Billy La Hiff as a generous Broadway figure who helped many in hard times. The writer recalls Lam Hiff carried families during rent and meal shortages and notes his selfless nature despite financial loss.
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Manhattan
Billy la Hiff
Billy
Broadway
Toll remarks on prosecutor loss after Dillinger photo
Lionel Toll notes the prosecutor, pictured with his arm around Dillinger, failed to win re election. He says a pat on the back did not secure votes and comments on the unlikely voters' reaction.
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Lionel Toll
Dillinger
Toll
Julius Tannen's Skippy: A Roman Nose Sketch
A captioned sketch depicts Julius Tannen as Skippy with a distinctive Roman nose. The drawing highlights caricatured features in a lighthearted, humorous style.
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Julius Tannen
Skippy
Boy actor faces family dispute over backyard tree noise
A 12 year old boy's parents argue over his stepfather living off the child. The stepfather chops down the backyard tree to stop birds that wake him, saying they perch there and keep him awake in mornings. The scene captures family strain and alleged neglect.
Hutchinson News columnist Jack Harris lauded in Kansas
Tom Kiene of The Blade Empire Concordia notes Jack Harris of the Hutchinson News received top statewide columnist honors at a fraternity banquet. Harris quips that the previous speaker told his story, so he is finished, then receives a strong standing ovation.
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Tom Kiene
The
Blade Empire
Concordia
Kansas
Jack Harris
Hutchinson
Harris
Percy Hammond Quips About Double Life Not a Double Chin
The comedian Percy Hammond jokes that the funniest line in a show is a quip about choosing a double life over a double chin, conveying his sharp wit and stage persona.
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Percy Hammond
Phantom Gypsy Fiddler Reports Expense Swindle
Gene Fowler, then a reporter, turned in the expense account from Alaska assignment. The swindle sheet shows items: two colored glasses 20 cents, a dog team to Nome for glasses 250 dollars, driver bonus for one lost day 200 dollars, total 450 dollars and 20 cents.
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Good Fiddler
Gene Fowler
Gene
Fowler
Alaska
Nome
Irvin Caesar’s Father Death Sparks Musical Show Claim
The dying father asks about his son Irvin Caesar’s show and declares he is satisfied while the son is unhappy. The exchange underscores a contrast between the father’s acceptance of death and Irvin’s trouble finding happiness in his success.
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Irvin Caesar
Irvin
Form of Criticism Two is Company Three is the 4
A brief notice notes the Mark Bros production billed as Form of Criticism Two and its company designation Three. It mentions a theater or venue, with emphasis on the four mark group and potential dates. Specifics remain fragmentary in the readable text.
Thedford's Black Draught Heeded For Constipation Claim
A reader asserts headaches stem from constipation and credits Thedford's Black Draught, used for years in their hay, as the remedy. The note reflects common 19th century patent medicine reliance and personal experience with digestive ailments.
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Thedford
Tee
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