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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1939
Page
4
A column mixes biblical verses with civic chatter about progress in the South. It notes Alabama cattle interest drawing buyers, TVA bond debate, and a Labor Relations Board list of allegedly unfair papers. Weather lore hints at rain ending with a northwest wind.
Since joining the cabinet Murphy has attracted favorable notice for various actions. Critics note his handling of sit-down strikes could have elevated his profile toward possible presidential consideration.
Editorial urges Alabama to adopt a statewide stock law and tighten livestock management. It argues open range cattle harm forests and soil, promotes fenced pastures, pure bred cattle, diverse land use, and a year round farm program to boost prosperity and preserve woodlands and streams.
The article notes an English sprinter claiming he was pushed around by U S athletes after a Princeton loss. It mentions broader themes of national pressure, wartime policy, and the idea of President Roosevelt as an emeritus option. It also touches on Delano Park uses and theater funding.
The text accuses eastern operators of pushing freight rate differentials against the South and seeks wage differentials in favor of the South to be removed in private industry while kept in federal relief programs. It mocks the idea as an unbalanced set of demands benefiting some parties over others.
The Marquee quote suggests Governor Dixon’s campaign against mosquitos may win broader support than his effort against state payroll racketeers. The remark frames public approval as likely to rise for the mosquito battle.
Washington reports critique of postwar policy with insurance prosecutions and economic hearings. Senator Elmer Thomas leads a mass meeting of nine of ninety six to push higher prices and living standards, as the national economic committee builds a record for future reforms.
Attorney General Murphy spoke alone about Alcatraz and suggested a landlocked inland Alcatraz in the Midwest to house 300 inmates described as escape artists and rioters. He noted distributing them to other federal prisons could trigger riots and urged Congress to appropriate 3.5 million dollars for building costs.
The piece notes former Attorney General Homer Cummings' stance on prison riots and references the Wagner-Rogers bill proposing admitting German children to the United States while keeping quotas tight. Critics argue leniency would undermine humanitarian goals and urge consistent limits across national groups.
Inside lobbying by Mr Roosevelt and Agriculture Secretary Wallace sought a congressional conferees trim to the farm bill. Over the weekend Roosevelt reportedly proposed a 190 million dollar reduction in the appropriation, but the plan was rejected.
Senate Leader Barkley signals continued stay to repeal the arms embargo and weigh neutrality issues. Observers fear possible reorganization bills or Supreme Court fights shaping the upcoming session.
The note highlights classified ads as a compact home advertising medium, urging readers to call phone number 46 and ask for Ad Taker to place or inquire about listings.
Walter Winchell on Broadway catalogs a flood of rumors from Yonkers to New York including ex presidents’ widows rumored to enter a convent, society figures planning surprises, legal and political whispers, and gossip about public figures, financiers, and entertainers amid a lively 1930s urban scene.
The piece notes German rail ads claiming Americans favor Germany and mock accusations against German spies. It also mentions social figures and celebrities, wedding rumors, and entertainment industry moves linked to Grover Whalen, Barbara Brooks, and Brenda Frasier style gossip.
Friends report Daniel Frohman appears blind and often assisted by his doctor and lawyer. The chatter notes he seemed helpless without aid. The item also mentions Brenda Forbes and F. Voight from One for the Money and Brock Pemberton’s week with jury duty.
Miss Dietrich and her lawyer allegedly stalled the government over Marlene Dietrich tax matters delaying the Normandie sailing for about 40 minutes. Authorities then learned she planned to sail soon and staged a more dramatic send-off.
The Bruce Cabot Brenda Frazier duet drew hero worship from fans last week while his real partner showed annoyance. William Bagley and Olive Caloway from the upper crust near-dropped a dime in a revolving door. Edson, once Texas Guinan’s bodyguard, got six months on Rikers for serving hooch without a permit. Southerners misread South Fair coverage as missing business. many say everyone has gone to New York to see the Fair. Hilda Ferguson Jr and S Fields are cited, and Peggy Kent says her romance with Ern Westmore is over.
A collage of sensational items runs through a late page: a claim that U S bombers hold a top secret enabling a 20 000 foot drop, guarded by sealed boxes. a social circle of Ben and Bernie with multiple spouses and lovers at a nightclub. Libby Holman and Ralph Holmes in a tangled quartet with Philip Holmes and Jerry Whit. Charles Laughton linked to a new Notre Dame role. Irving Gaumont returns to selling hot dogs while backing a film. Mady Christians and husband face a cancelled project abroad. the Maharajah of Rajpipla courts lavish hotel floors. Heywood Broun’s Catholic book on autumn release. and a political rumor about Manton’s sentencing and Chaperou’s possible release.
A devotional note highlights Philippians 1 21 as a key passage and credits Oswald Chambers My Utmost for His Highest with shaping the interpretation. It reflects on expectation and the Christian view of living for Christ and dying as gain.
Dr. Clendening explains gastroscopy a new diagnostic tool using a flexible gastric scope similar to a periscope. The method, done under anesthesia, offers early cancer and ulcer detection, with 24 percent normal, 45 percent gastritis, seven percent cancer, and eight percent ulcers among 1000 patients.
A physician explains extreme hunger may stem from pancreatic Islets of Langerhans tumor producing excess insulin causing sugar shortage, or from stomach acid–related dyspepsia. Nervous factors can also drive appetite.
Readers may obtain seven pamphlets from Dr Logan Clendening, each priced at 10 cents. To receive one, send 10 cents and a self addressed stamped envelope to Dr Clendening. Titles include Three Weeks’ Diet, Indigestion and Constipation, Reducing and Gaining, Infant Feeding, Instruction for the Treatment of Diabetes, Feminine Hygiene, and The Care of the Hair and Skin.
A sermon highlight contrasts Paul’s utmost aim to magnify Christ with the typical church member’s focus on personal salvation. The passage notes Paul’s readiness to live or die for Christ, and warns against self centered faith while listing local social updates and a birth in June.
In Ramseur North Carolina on June 21 a local note reports Mrs Ora Pet is said to be reaching life’s midpoint as wisdom teeth come through her family story and timing.
The passage notes Ty looking toward a cheerful future after concluding a long career at age 80. It highlights a positive transition and forward mood without detailing specifics.
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