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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1937

Page

10

Un-American Doctrines Hit By Gadsden City Commission

The Gadsden Alabama city commission declares un-American doctrines a threat and urges citizens to help stop violent activities. The resolution cites theatre bombing incidents, alleged bombing plots and street clashes, linking labor rivalry to the unrest and urging cooperation to protect rights and property.

Gadsden Ala Gadsden City Attalia Etowah County Republic Steel Organizations Goodyear Tire & Rubber Goodyear Company Automo

Three CIO Members Arrested After Dynamite Found

State patrolmen arrested three men who said they were CIO members after dynamite fuse and pistols were found in a car they rode in. The incident occurred Saturday as authorities investigated alleged union activity connected to the Committee on Industrial Organization.

Committee On Industrial Organization CIO

Penal Farm Time for Man Who Sold Cancer Cure

George Byars a 56 year old Black man from South Bend Ind was ordered to serve 200 days on the penal farm in lieu of a $200 fine after being found guilty of selling a cancer cure.

South Bend Ind George Byars

All Day Sing At Macedonia Church Promises Wide Crowd

An all day community singing event at Macedonia church is set for Sunday June 27 with dinner on the ground. Singers from nearby communities are invited and asked to bring a song book and a dinner basket. Lunch at noon. Laboratory tests show the main ingredient in the meal as ordinary axle grease.

Macedonia

Old Gold Contest Announces Tie Breaker Puzzles Schedule

A list of participants and a tie breaking set eligibility notice runs for 1937. Contestants who solved all first 90 puzzles must notify Old Gold Contest by June 26 1937 if they do not receive the tie breaking puzzles by June 23.

P. O Varick Street Station New York N.Y P.O N. Y

Max Makes A Champ Of Joe In Chicago

Schmeling made a world champion out of Joe Louis after he stopped Braddock in a famed upset. Louis recalls lessons from Schmeling and Blackburn, saying he boxed patiently and aimed to prove his worth as the sport’s top fighter.

Max Chicago Schmeling Joe Louis Teuton Schlager Louis James J. Braddock Jack Blackburn Poutide

Southern Leaders Compiled for The Associated Press

Southern League statistics compiled by Charles H. Miller show batting leaders such as Triplett, Mem. Hofferth, Nash. Mailho, Atlanta. Hooks, Atlanita. Wright, Chatt. and others. Pitching leaders include Q. Joiner, Birmingham. Stewart, Memphis. Bazner, Chattanooga. Home run and RBI leaders include Duke and Wright with 8 and 55 respectively. runs, stolen bases, double plays, and fewest runs allowed also listed with city and club ties.

Associated Press Charles H. Miller Abrh Pet Triplett Mem Hofferth Nash Mailho Atlanta Hooks Atlanita Wright Q. Joiner Birmingham Stewart Memphis Bazner Chattanooga Rogers Little Rock Martynik Rose Hooks Bush Nonnenkamp Grimes New Orleans

Walther League Elects Officers At St Pauls Lutheran

The Walther League of St Pauls Lutheran church elected J W Carlisle as president and Mrs Walter Mittwede Louise Holtman and Mrs E T Town as officers for a one year term. The pastor joins the executive board and appointments will be made at the first meeting next week.

Walther League of

Georgians to Appear Here in Textile League Showdown

Goodyear Wingfoots host Atco from North Georgia Textile League Saturday at 2 30 PM. Atco arrives with twenty players aiming for victory as they travel from Alabama to Georgia to face Cartersville’s strong outfit, a former league champion with recent top finishes.

Goodyear Wingfoots Georgia Mills Atco North Georgia Textile League Alabama Decatur Gadsden Goodyear Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co Cartersville Ogle Wingfoots

Major League Leaders Eyeing Top Stat Markers

The Associated Press lists NL leaders Medwick leading in batting runs and hits for the Cardinals with 417 batting average 51 runs 64 RBIs 86 hits and 15 home runs. Pitching marks show Shoun Cubs 6-1 and Warneke 8-2.

Medwick Cardinals Hassett Dodgers Galan Cubs Cards Mize Vaughan Pirates J. Martin Handley Kampouris Reds Galan Cubs Shoun Lon Warneke Gehrig Yankees Walker Tigers Greenberg Rolfe Bonura White Sox Vosmik Browns Kubel Senators Stone Averill Indians DiMaggio Chapman Red Sox H —Lawson

Reverend Hunt Advocates Fighting Dogs Reform

Lincoln Neb June 23 The Rev Ray E Hunt says the saying about letting sleeping dogs lie should include fighting dogs He attempted to mediate a dog fight and broke his arm The dogs were unhurt

Lincoln, Neb Ray E. Hunt

Daily Crossword Puzzle Clues and Answers

The page shows a chaotic list of crossword clues and fragments with across and down entries, including references to hoar frost, ears vessels and various wordplay hints. It includes miswritten phrases and a note at the end indicating the answer to the previous puzzle.

Braddock Declares Fight Not Finished Despite Loss to Louis

Chicago report recalls James J. Braddock after his defeat by Joe Louis. The former heavyweight champion praises Louis while blaming a two year layoff for his setback. Braddock vows to return and vows to fight on with renewed effort.

Chicago James J. Braddock Ruler of All Fistiania Visis Joe Louis

Hosierymen to Clash With New Hope in Saturday Baseball Card

The New Hope baseball team visits Alabama Park for a 3 pm game against the Hosierymen. Jim Tabor stars with Little Rock in the Southern Association while Connie Tabor, the brother, is a top pitcher. The Goodyear Wingfoots visit for the second city series game at 2:30 pm Sunday as Hosierymen chase a sixth win by Fred House against the Tabors.

New Hope Alabama Park Tabor Jim Tabor Little Rock Club Southern Association Connie Tabor Jim Dallas Millers Huntsville Dallas Merrimack Tennessee Tabor Boys Goodyear Wingfoots Hosierymen Fred House

Jubilee paint sale extends ten days offer

John D. Wyker & Son advertises a 10 day sale of 100 percent pure Vitawarhouse paint at 2.74 dollars per gallon. Customers urged to buy now and take advantage of the extended jubilee promotion.

John D. Wyker & Son

Constipation Ad Promotes Black Draught Laxative

An old advertisement urges relief from constipation with Black Draught a vegetable laxative. It claims neglect invites trouble and promises quick relief and reliable action for better health and enjoyment of life.

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