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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1942
Page
4
The notice states that W R Shelton is a member of the Associated Press and that AP news dispatches credited to AP or not credited are exclusive to AP for republication within this paper. It reserves all rights to reprint special AP dispatches and the latest news published herein.
A compact wartime column urges readers to gather salvage rules and invest in defense stamps. It notes the likely delayed news from Churchill Roosevelt talks and comments on Japanese carrier strength and Allied reporting from London and Vichy era France.
Oklahoma born model Madeline Webb, once seen as a New York hopeful, is convicted of murder and sentenced to life imprisonment. Romance brought her trouble as Senator McKellar admits defeat in his TVA challenge but vows to return and threaten TVA influence again. He despises the TVA and prepares to pursue revenge.
The piece argues Congress rushed to war and notes public support for a swift war program despite lawmakers delays. It defends TVA’s wartime role, criticizes Senator McKellar, and urges transparency and accountability while urging continued vigilance in the Tennessee Valley.
A brief wartime note suggests Japan might choose to keep its naval forces in home waters rather to engage further with Allied fleets. The remark reflects strategic considerations during the ongoing conflict.
A historical analysis suggests Japan might attack Russia from the rear if Hitler gains the upper hand. The writer argues Japan acts without reason, capable of decisive moves despite conflicts with the United States and Allied powers, referencing December 7 1941 as a precedent and warning of further bold strikes.
Washington reports dismiss an imagined British Russian land grant and confirms no postwar territorial pledges. Beaverbrook’s London visit and Eden’s statements align with a defense pact approach and a focus on nonexpansion. The War Production Board retools to an advisory role under Nelson as production winds down.
Petroleum Coordinator and Interior Secretary Ickes begins to straighten his career by revisiting old remarks. In a Motor Freight Association talk he recalled a 1939 pledge to drive a tank down a truck-infested road and bump off pests, apologizing for underestimating motor transport.
Falkville Future Farmers of America selects new officers for the coming year. Named are Jerry N Hart as president Gerald Jones as vice president Jasper Lee Segars as reporter Troy Frank Kilpatrick as treasurer James Lewis Gray as secretary Theo Clark conductor and Armond Brown assistant advisor.
Dr. Clendening explains abdominal adhesions arising from congenital development or after injury or surgery. He notes most people have some adhesions with few symptoms, and modern surgery reduces adhesion risk, while investigations into causes of constipation and abdominal pain continue.
As age advances, more adhesions form in the abdomen affecting the large bowel gallbladder appendix and liver. They rarely cause symptoms in these organs and are simple in type. The view that adhesions cause widespread sickness has faded from favor.
Dr Clendening offers seven pamphlets via Pete Beck. Each pamphlet costs 10 cents with a three cent stamp and self addressed envelope to Dr Logan Clendening in care of the newspaper. The titles include Diet Indigestion Infant Feeding Diabetes Feminine Hygiene and Hair Skin care.
Office C by Junius urges careful behavior for pedestrians and drivers during the all out war effort. It cites 1941 data showing many fatalities occur crossing between intersections and advises staying on sidewalks until corners. It also jokes about car sales, humor, and tire reliability during shortages.
Verse on home life with lilacs at the gate and candle light by the grate. Humorous exchanges reflect wartime inflation humor and everyday practicalities. A jab at taxes, car use, and rubber shortages shows domestic resilience.
Local want ads list several insurance agents offering coverage options. Consumers can compare plans and rates from multiple providers, with agents available to explain policy details and assist in obtaining quotes.
Walter Winchell notes reveal Elmer Davis as the top government appointee from the American Labor Party under FDR. The piece mentions Otto H. Kahn's son Gilbert, Richard Knight disbarment, Dr. Paul Roland missing since Bataan, Ralph Ingersoll enlisting, Norma Taylor marrying a corporal, Lady Henrietta Davis as a Treasury worker, and a sharp Sardi's quip on Shakespeare.
The note highlights Joseph Schildkraut and Eva Le Gallienne reuniting for Uncle Harry in 1942 after earlier shows. It mentions Gwen Monahan Eileen Devlin and Julie Mason tied to Follies Girl film and Jimmy Dorsey drawing crowds in Philadelphia. Bertha Belmore captivates critics in By Jupiter with Bolger.
In Boston Eddie Dowling mocks leading lady Louella Gear during the stage comedy by ad libbing across the set. He quips about a large fireplace declaring, We can cook two hams here, prompting her reply about starting with the one there.
About a year ago Abner Silver wrote a ditty called How Green Was My Valley inspired by the film and book. He tied up with 20th Century Fox only to be warned the approver had no authority. Silver pressed ahead on his own merit but found a rival offered a similar song at cut prices and he quit the project.
George Jesse notes Gus Edwards helped many into show business. The Latin Quarter bills Martels and Mignon, three huskies and a 124 lb girl, performing a dramatic catch stunt. A gal recently left a millinery shop to answer the SOS and rejoin the act. Hellzapoppin’ is cited as a comeback reminder.
Reports say Clare Boothe Luce life time war correspondent fell overboard in India as a small boat crew sprang to rescue. She reportedly shed clothes to swim back to the boat while others could not. La Boothe was previously Olympic trials ace.
A jumble of celebrity movements and rumors across New York venues. Hildegarde leaves the Savoy for the Plaza Persian Room. Miss You at Fefe’s draws chatter. Nesbitt tailors uniforms for Mr Justice Murphy. Kid Monte dazzles as bantam king with 27 wins in 30 bouts.
Mrs. J. E. Privett hosted a Sunday dinner honoring her son Carl who departed this week for the Army. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Hampton, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Privett and children, J. E. Privett Jr., Miss Frances Privett of Decatur, Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Clabarnan, Mr. and Mrs. Ike Alfred and son, Mrs. J. N. Kitchens and children, Misses Maxine Kitchens and Clara Fay Hendrix, Franklin McCulloch, with photos taken during the pleasant afternoon.
Oscar Napps, administrator, received instruction from Houston Cole, state director of the Office of Price Administration. Retailers in the area must file price lists of costs of living commodities defined in Bulletin No two with the local War Price and Rationing Board by July 1. Merchants were asked to note the instruction.
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