Remus Freed From Hanging Shingle Rule
The remark notes that Remus will not need to hang a sign to prove he is a lawyer, suggesting immediate recognition or alternative assurance of his professional status.
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Remus
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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1928
Page
4
What a Wonderful Vacation Says Sarre Cy Reese Vil
A fragment notes Sarre Cy Reese Vil reflecting on a vacation described as wonderful with casual remarks about travel and leisure. The readability is limited but centers on a personal travel mood.
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Sarre Cy Reese
Company Announces New York Plant Move to Alabama
A company official says the move will affect very important economies as the New York plant is removed and operations shift to Alabama, with additional publicity planned for the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Alabama
Decatur Plans Park System For City Growth
Local officials in Decatur outline a park system plan to serve a growing city, aiming to expand green spaces, recreation facilities, and public accessibility in coming years. The proposal highlights funding, site selection, and community input processes.
Unclear obituary note from Los Angeles honors late figure
A fragmentary Los Angeles obituary expresses high esteem for a deceased individual, referring to the person as being held in the highest regard by family and community. The text is incomplete but signals a respectful remembrance.
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Los Angeles
Y Sa
Records to Break Highlight in Busy Season
A compact note notes many athletes aim to break records this season amid a bustling schedule. The piece emphasizes the drive to surpass existing marks and the challenge of compiling results across events.
Pathers Day Fades as Small Observers Help Family Needs
On June 17 Pathers Day drew few celebrants. A father earns recognition when his son asks for money to visit him and his daughter needs a new frock, while they design an orthophonic among modest family moments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pathers
New York
Chicago
E. J. Jorge
Edward Carter
Textile plants to add more new houses locally
Local textile industry expands with weekly increases in workers and payrolls as more houses are planned to house new employees.
Road contractors speed up project timelines
The article notes a shift from months to days for contract timelines in road building, signaling faster completion expectations. It highlights a trend where authorities push shorter schedules even for complex projects, affecting planning and oversight.
Decatur River Flood Bluff Prevents Major Damage
The article notes gratitude that Decatur's bluff, built high above the Tennessee River, shields the city from the danger of rising waters, suggesting the flood is less threatening due to the elevated bluff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur
Tennessee River
Decatur Business Partners Plan Fall Tennessee Event
About 134 business houses in Decatur will cooperate to make this fall’s Days the greatest event in Tennessee history. Local firms join to showcase commerce, culture, and community spirit during the planned celebration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur
Tennessee
Decatur Citizens Rally for Junior Chamber Fund Drive
Many Decatur residents joined the Junior Chamber of Commerce in a fall fundraising push to support community work. A few did not participate, but efforts will yield benefits for the city, despite somber realities of life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur
Junior of Commerce
Gorge Remus Reenters Life After Killing Wife
Shadowed by his past, Remus returns to civilian life amid questions about how he obtained his freedom, with debates on whether he is the proper person to be at liberty should they ever confront the issue again.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gorge’ Remus
Decatur Baptist Church Approves Lot for Expansion
Decatur Baptist Church approved purchase of a lot adjacent to the existing church to support Sunday school expansion as part of broader growth in the Decatur church community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decater Baptist Church
Decatur
Reedus Collier Makes Strides in Schenectady Firm
News of Reedus Collier's progress with a Schenectady company pleases his Decatur friends and admirers who wish him best in his electrical engineering career.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reedus Collier
Schenectady
Decatur
Hoover’s Plans Weigh Against Needed Action for U S
A fragment notes President Hoover’s resolve to advance a plan but signals that more than will is required to implement national reforms. It discusses the difficulty of turning intention into action for the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover
United States
Ameri
Hoover Urged to Speak in Defense of New York Campaign
Republican strategists press Hoover to appear at least twice in New York during the campaign urging strong effort to hold the state if Governor Smith is nominated. Secretary Work and the nominee meet to plan appearances while Hoover returns to California for formal nomination notification. Curtis heads to Kansas for vice presidential nomination as GOP campaign heats up.
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Hoover
California
Curtis
Kansas
Moscow
Chicago
Sparta
State highway department invites bids on two Alabama roads
The Alabama State Highway Department calls for bids on the Bee Line highway south of Decatur to Hartselle and on surfacing the Courtland road from Decatur westward about eight miles. These roads link the Tennessee Valley network and hold national and regional importance as development in Muscle Shoals and Decatur progresses.
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State Highway Department of Alabama
North Alabama
Here
Hartselle
Decatur
Tennessee Valley
Courtland
Tri-Cities
Muscle Shoals District
Extra Session Talk Sparks Alabama Legislature Debate
Talk grows of an extra Alabama legislature session before Graves leaves office to consider another bond issue for highway construction. The Daily urges clarity on plans before any vote, warns past funding shortfalls, and calls for building the up river road only with the next bond issue to avoid repeat mistakes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alabama
Graves
Woolsey Finpell
Ighway
Mga
Alan Department
Courtland
Rockets to fuel future planes speed dream about 90 minute Atlantic crossing
A 1920s era feature explores rocket powered cars and the promise of planes that travel at unprecedented speeds. Promoters claim cross Atlantic travel in 90 minutes and dining in London after New York breakfast could be possible within ten years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dobbin
Atlantic Ocean
London
New York
Rome
Palace
Victory Mills Brings New Plants to Albertville and Guntersville
The Daily congratulates residents of Albertville and Guntersville for their faith in their communities which made possible the location of Victory mills plants in these two progressive North Alabama towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albertville
Guntersville
Victory Mills Company
Editorial Stand in The Decatur Daily on Mr. Brisbane
The Decatur Daily presents Mr. Brisbane's editorials as the sentiments of the nation's highest paid editorial writer, while not agreeing with every opinion.
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Brisbane
Decatur Daily
Amelia Earhart Lands in Wales After Transatlantic Flight
Amelia Earhart lands in Wales after a 21 hour Atlantic flight proving what American girls can do. The event is hailed as courageous and will encourage other American girls to pursue daring aviation feats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amelia Earhart
Wales
Atlantic
German Stratosphere Plane Aims For New York Trip
Berlin engineers back a ten mile high Stratosphere plane to reach 400 mph and fly Berlin to New York in five hours with sealed cabin air. The German aviation institute and government support the project inviting top scientists to cooperate in this bold experimental effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Berlin
New York
German Experimental Institute of Aviation
Indorses
Modern tycoons wage war on lightning and disease
The piece contrasts old royal feuds over honor with modern corporate battles. It highlights the Rockefellers Institute fighting disease and General Electric with Westinghouse Electric combating lightning. It speculates on harnessing lightning safely like Niagara’s water.
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Rockefellers Institute
General Electric
Westinghouse Electric
Niagara
Buy at home for value with service and guarantees
Consumers are urged to buy locally for comparable merchandise while retaining full service and guarantees, highlighting home shopping benefits.
Dairy cows seen as Mississippi economic safeguard
The Meridian Star argues dairy cattle offer steady income, noting Nebraska farmers earned over fifty dollars per cow in 1927. It claims dairy allays drought and flood risk, suggesting Mississippi should populate idle acres with dairy or beef cattle to boost independence and revenue.
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Lincoln Star
Nebraska
Mississippi
The
Meridian Star
Just One Year Just One Year
Mrs Frank B Jones of Lexington Kentucky will arrive on Wednesday to visit her sisters Miss Mattie Jones and Mrs W W Calahan Mr and Mrs W R Smith and Bryan McAfee returned Monday night from a motor trip to the Carolinas Mr and Mrs Bred Nebrigand June 28 to be the guest of Mr and Mrs J W Ezell the Cora Ross Atlanta will of Mrs Victor Heard and daughter
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank B. Jones
Lexington, Ky
Mattie Jones
W. W. Calahan
J. W. Ezell
Cora “Ross
Atlanta
Small coin term and language notes appear in glossary
The text defines 34 Day Phennig as a small German coin worth about a quarter of a US cent and explains homonym and formulary terms. It also mentions using phone help to place a want ad for maximum returns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
United States
Edema as a Lung Symptom and Its Dangers
Roy L Copeland, M D explains edema in the lungs as fluid from blood vessels flooding air cells. He notes congestion, tight chest, labored breathing, frothy sputum, coughing, possible blood, and the need for medical care. He warns severe cases can be fatal if untreated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bright
Verse on the cross shows Mary and Mary Magdalene
The scene at the cross features Jesus entrusting his mother to the beloved disciple as he fulfills scripture. He asks for water and a sponge with vinegar is offered, completing the cited passage John 19:25-30.
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Jesus
Mary
Cleophas
Mary Magdalene
Daily letterheads promise neat, correct job for you
The Daily offers to produce clean, correct letterheads, ensuring organized presentation and professional result.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Daily
Health Queries on Weight Diet and Canker Sores
A reader asks about ideal weight for a sixteen year old tall boy and which diet aids weight gain. Another asks causes and remedies for canker sores. The reply notes a special tonic is needed and requests a self addressed stamped envelope for details.
Weekend Shopper Heist and Odd Bits from the Page
A Thursday scene shows Wilkins entering a butcher shop with a vague plan to borrow meat, while a string of clipped quips and jokes runs through the page. The mix includes jokey dialogue about dating, fashion, and social vanity sprinkled with moral quips.
Sam Hugh Wilds Profile: Alabama Oil Manager and World War Veteran
Nipco Sam Hugh Wilds, a Burlington S C native and University of South Carolina graduate, led Alabama Oil in Decatur after stints in sawmills and as a Florence Normal coach. He served in the Army's 157th Depot Brigade during World War I, married Martha Boyd in 1918, and raised two children, Robert and Margaret, while active in the American Legion and the First Presbyterian church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Hugh Wilds
Alabama Oil Company
Burlington
S. C
University of South Carolina
Florence Normal
Gulf Refining Company
Decatur
Labama Company
Martha Boyd
Robert Boyd
Margaret Lee
First Presbyterian Church
American Legion
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