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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1932
Page
1
A vintage safety discussion stresses proper greasing and oiling of bearings transmission and steering to prevent accidents. It warns against mixing oil and grease improperly and urges periodic steering gear overhaul and daily checks. The piece previews tomorrow’s focus on brakes and reinforces safe driving practices.
Former Decatur mayor James A Nelson announces candidacy for the September city elections. He pledges to pull the city out of its debt and credits the council with the fiscal record while noting past policy funded street paving from the general fund.
Ernest Wilson of the First National Bank of Webster was held up by four armed men outside a Worcester post office while transporting a parcel from the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. Wilson and two police officers witnessed the robbery as four bandits seized the bundle and escaped in a waiting car.
The local American Legion post led by commander elect Billings will assume duties at the first meeting after the state convention in July. Installation ceremonies are planned.
J. E. Freeman Sr. of Hartselle arrived to supervise the ballot tally this afternoon. He serves as chairman of the Democratic county committee.
The Morgan County Baptist Association held a monthly session at Shady Grove church in Neill despite inclement weather. A fairly large attendance was recorded.
A Decatur curb market shows steady volumes with bids remaining firm amid light trading. Traders note limited new supply and stable demand as prices hold.
A rare Nashville Valley rainfall swept through Colbert County with gusts snapping at homes. In Tuscaloosa area, near John Hobgood’s residence four miles east of Tuscanbia a garage was blown away while an automobile and a buggy inside remained unscathed.
The Valley Country Club hosts a forthcoming dance next Tuesday eve ning titled Cotton Ball. Young women propose cotton outfits and young men to wear cotton suits, with invitations extended to city and surrounding residents. Decorations will feature cotton motifs as part of a civic social event expected to boost dress purchases and community turnout.
Mrs. Earl M. Hodson suffers multiple injuries after a collision involving the Bayne car in Lawrence and Morgan counties. Hodson Sr. and Hodson Jr. receive serious injuries, with Hodson Jr. a broken collarbone and Mrs. Hodson rib and internal injuries. Mr Hodson may return to Moulton soon while Mrs. Hodson remains hospitalized for days.
The Martha and Mary Guild of St. John's Episcopal Church announces a forthcoming sale to be announced soon. The guild will run the sale during the summer and continue weekly meetings and occasional social functions at homes and on the church lawn in Decatur and surrounding district.
Decatur Kiwanis members travel to Vinemont this afternoon to meet boys encamped at Camp Ki-Y. The group will watch boys perform baseball and swimming tricks this afternoon as part of the Kiwanis club visit.
Miles C. Allgood, veteran representative of the seventh district, was renominated from the new fifth district over Lafayette Patterson. Official returns from eight counties show Allgood 10,079 votes to Patterson 9,751.
Various unions including Baptist Young People and Adult Unions will assemble at the First Baptist church next Sunday afternoon June 19 at 2 30. City unions have not met since March and all members are urged to attend. The host church plans an entertaining worth while program for all present.
In Lausanne on June 16, McDonald, elected chairman of the conference, urged Europe to rely on U S assistance to address Lenape troubles and broader global economic crisis. He called for U S cooperation to foster trade and national enrichment, warning the crisis is a world catastrophe.
The body of Congressman Eslick of Pulaski Tennessee arrived at Union Station with a congressional escort and friends gathered to honor him. A funeral will be held at 2 30 PM in Pulaski Methodist Church with interment in Pulaski Cemetery. The burial follows his death Tuesday in the House while addressing lawmakers on cash payment of adjusted compensation certificates. A Nashville American Legion post and other escorts joined by Army medalists served as pallbearers. state patrol led the funeral procession to the train for Washington.
The cotton market remains comparatively steady with July at 5.24 cents. Local prices show little change for mid quality seven-eighths grade cotton SHM around 4.60 cents per pound.
The Senate Finance Committee voted 14 to 2 against the 2.4 billion cash bonus bill. Leaders expect a Senate vote soon as the measure faces strong opposition from both parties. Veterans attending the session applauded the outcome, while damp conditions and shelter shortages troubled troops.
Members of the Hatton 4-H Club in Lawrence County will present a minstrel show on Saturday night at the Palace Theatre in Moulton. The proceeds go to the 4-H club fund and Lawrence County High School. A nine piece string band will provide music for the performance.
The Landersville Methodist church about five miles from Moulton on the Russellville highway will host an all day singing next Sunday. Dinner will be spread on the ground at noon. Many Decatur singers are expected to attend.
The regular community sing is slated to begin this evening at 7:15 at the Deltic theatre. Brown's quartet of Parkville, the Courtland quartet from Courtland, and the Sparkman Trio of Decatur will perform.
Biopress notes this morning the county Democratic executive vote tally. Kirby 193, Black 864. Malone of Dothan loses narrowly to Frazier of Birmingham 592 to 548. Landsell defeats Lee 907 to 782 and Harris defeats McCulloch 908 to 766 for revenue board seats.
Petitions circulated by the Colbert County post of the American Legion call Congress to immediate action on the Muscle Shoals problem, with efforts extending to Tennessee Valley cities.
Danville invites residents to a Friday night community singing at Danville High School Auditorium on June 17. Singers from Elle Mina Falkville Decatur and nearby areas are expected to attend. R L Gibson urges everyone to join for a shared musical evening.
Decatur city council meets in regular session at city hall to conduct municipal business.
Official Morgan County ballot results list United States Senate choices 1439 Thomas E Kilby and 2189 Hugo L Black. Other races include National Committeewoman 1048 Mrs J E Frazier and 1636 Mrs A Y Malone. Revenue board seats show 420 J L Rowe and 79 A C Summerford. Fourth district J W Lynn 73 and John F McCutchen 6. Inferior Court Beat 10 Se 5 Culver.
Dr. Lile resigns due to ill health from the dean post at the law school. Born March 26 1856 in Trinity Morgan County Alabama he taught law at the University of Virginia for 39 years and earned wide respect as a leading American law educator. He held memberships in the American Bar Association Virginia Bar Association and American Law Institute and wrote influential works including Notes on Equity Procedure Bigelow on Bills Notes and Checks and Minor's Institutes. Relatives live in Alabama and Virginia.
The Emergency Fund of the Episcopal church continues to grow and will support the national church worldwide under a reduced budget. Those who have not yet given are urged to contribute to assure missionaries remain funded, with contributions sent to the treasurer or rector.
Decatur records show Frank Ball, a well known Mo as ZOMte ery insurance man, visiting the city. The fragment hints at a regional business figure stopping by, with unclear details due to transcription errors.
Chicago June 1 delegates gathered and cheered as the Republican convention endorsed Hoover leadership and called for party unity. The platform backed a prohibition substitution proposing federal control of liquor and urged a vote on modifying national dry laws. The row over repeal intensified as delegates debated the pro and anti submission positions into the early hours.
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