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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1941
Page
3
The House Ways and Means Committee tentatively approves a broad tax package with a graduated personal surtax up to 75 percent and higher corporate excess profits taxes. It would raise about 3.5 billion in new revenue with an expanded defense surcharge remaining at 10 percent.
A daily feature promoting thrifty menus for a four person family includes a complete week of meals with a focus on whole wheat bread alternatives and economical dishes. The piece lists meatloaf recipes, Sunday to Monday menus, and a cost estimate around 1.60 per day, plus a quick crisp cookie recipe and a printed plan for groceries and meal prep.
A small fire at Athens Laundry on Wednesday afternoon prompted both local fire trucks to respond. The blaze caused only minor damage and did not affect customers’ laundry or cleaning.
The Massey Home Demonstration Club met at Mrs. BE Thornhill's home on Friday afternoon June 13. President Mrs. Louis Caperton led the meeting with reports on county council work and an interesting discussion on the Supplementary Cotton Program. She also offered suggestions on bean beetle and insect control while ice cream and cake were served. The group adjourned to meet with Mrs. Neal Doss in July.
John Henry Riney, 25, Desha county, was put to death in the electric chair at Tucker Prison Farm at 4 58 a m for the reported attack on a young white matron in McGehee last April. Sheriff Howard Clayton and officials witnessed the dawn execution. The inmate received elaborate protection during the process.
The lesson outlines Paul and Barnabas in Antioch facing Judaizer leaders who urged Gentiles to follow Jewish law. Peter Paul and James argue for faith in Christ and the Holy Spirit, leading to a letter to Gentile Christians and unity in the early church. Galatians 2 is cited with Paul’s defiance of coercive law.
A baptismal service is scheduled for 10:45 a m Sunday at Central Baptist Church. Waiting candidates are urged to attend and those seeking church membership may come prepared for reception before the service. Evening activities note closing exercises of a two week Vacation Bible School under Miss.
An accused man pled guilty in Arkansas to seizing a young matron in her bathroom, dragging her to an outbuilding, stabbing her in the side, and assaulting her.
Freeda Cowan family invites relatives and friends to a community service. Parents and young people are expected to attend and support this tribute at the church.
A Guiana government notice states the Department of Merece reports a required vehicle purchase. The document outlines the procurement process and involved department.
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