Japanese Admiral Defends Air Raids on Canton
Admiral Yonai defends Japanese air attacks on Canton and denies a large civilian death toll, saying Japan targets war goods and military sites. He supports neutral zones free of military establishments and argues anti-aircraft fire and proximity to military sites explain civilian casualties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canton
Yonai
Japan
Canton Police
South China
Lingnan University
America
Seven Flier Deaths Reported in French Air Crash
Seven soldiers were killed when a twin motor starry plane crashed during a night training flight over central France near Tours. The incident happened June 23, with the aircraft and cause under investigation by local authorities.
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Tours
France
Ers
Stary
Coca-Cola Dominates Decatur Daily’s Beverage Message
An editorial piece from Decatur highlights Coca-Cola as the premier soft drink, praising its purity taste and long standing market lead. It crowns Coca-Cola as a reliable thirst reliever and daily stimulant for workers and managers alike, noting the bottling company and local executives.
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Decatur
Decatur Coca-Cola
H. Buster
Fourth Avenue
Fort Stephen Decatur Home For American Legion Post 15
The post built Fort Stephen Decatur the American Legion armory in Decatur. Begun 1936, funded by city, Morgan County, and WPA grants, it features a drill hall forming a T, hardwood floors, lounges, showers, and a home like interior. Dedication planned for July 1.
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American Legion
Fort Stephen Decatur
Legionnaires
Leroy McEntire
Alabama
the Post
Morgan County
Works Progress Administration
Alabama Armory Commission
Legion
American Legion to Elect Tonight
The local post will meet at 7 30 to elect officials for 1939. The armory dedication will be discussed and all Legionaires are urged to be present.
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American Legion
Letter sent on a stamp halts bold postal gesture
In Augusta Georgia a would be customer placed a letter on a three cent stamp reversing the normal order. Postal clerks read an address and message on the back but refused the unusual envelope as too small and prone to loss.
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Augusta
Evangelist Rev. Vernon Rich At Sixteenth Avenue Baptist
Large crowd hears visiting preacher Rev. Vernon Rich condemn unbelief and urge salvation through Jesus Christ. He cites John 3 18 and Ephesians 2 12 and warns of cast into torment for the unsaved. He announces tonight's topic Love Forsaken.
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Vernon Rich
Sixteenth Avenue Baptist Church
John
Christ
Rich
Paul
Commonwealth of Israel
God
Christ Jesus
Jesus Christ
Rev. Rich
Episcopal ordination set for Carpen as Alabama bishop
Dignitaries from many states gather in Birmingham for the ordination of Dr C J Carpen as bishop of Alabama scheduled for tomorrow in June.
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Birmingham
Ala
C. J. Carpen
Alabama
Veterinarian Pawnell Found Dead After Horse Treatment
Lee Teel reported to police that A. H. Pawnell 60 year old veterinarian was found dead in his barn after treating an ailing horse. Authorities believe Pawnell died of a heart attack.
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Burbank
Calif
Lee Teel
A. H. Pawnell
Teel
W. L. Nixon
Dixon
Pawnell
Rotarian praises American girls at San Francisco conference
Rotarian T. Purvis of Melbourne Australia called American girls "the cutest things in the world" during a Rotary International conference in San Francisco while discussing soil erosion. The comment drew audience reaction.
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San Francisco
T. Purvis
Melbourne
Australia
Rotary International
Windes Club Wins Banner at Morgan County rally
The Morgan County Home Demonstration club rally at Morgan County High School drew about five hundred people. Windes Home Demonstration Club won the attendance banner with eighteen of nineteen members present. Twenty-one leaders received leadership certificates. Miss Ebien Rowe supervised the event, sponsored by the Hartselle Rotary Club.
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H. Atselle
Ala
Morgan County Home Demonstration Club
Morgan County High School
Windes
Ebien Rowe
Home Peent
Hartselle Rotary Club
Purvis Speech Hindered by Vocal Disruption
The remainder of Purvis' remarks was not delivered as the audience vocal disruption drowned out the speech, leaving the conclusion unheard.
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Purvis
The Story of OD and AD and the 2 Stores
OD and AD planned to open two retail stores but differed on how to attract customers. The tale outlines their contrasting ideas and the outcomes of their venture.
How OD and AD Opened their Stores
OD believed low prices came from cutting expenses and minimal store fixes. AD overhauled the shop with bright paint, updated windows, lighting, and fixtures to attract customers. He stocked recognizable items in varied small lots and displayed them invitingly, drawing more shoppers and faster sales.
Alabama highway plans outlined for long range program
Alabama's highway program was highlighted at the State Association of County Commissioners session. A. R. Harvey, manager of the planning bureau of the state highway department, prepared for presentation an outline of the long range project for Alabama roads.
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Birmingham
Ala
Alabama
State Association of County Commissioners
A. R. Harvey
Planning Bureau
State Highway Department
Daily Crossword Puzzle 1 Limp Exists To Find Fault
Crossword clues mix across and down entries with several partial phrases and stray letters. The grid appears incomplete and interleaved with misread text, noting copyright details from 1938 KING FEATURES SYNDICATE.
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King Features Syndicate, Inc
Advertising Shifts OD and AD From Circulars to Newspapers
OD and AD tested methods to attract customers. OD used door to door circulars, costly and slow, with limited reach. AD invested in newspaper ads, reaching thousands daily, boosting store visits and sales while lowering per sale costs.
OD’s failed clearance sale shows risks of no advertising
OD faced slow sales and tied up funds, leading to a failed clearance after distributing circulars. He sold remaining stock to an out of town buyer for less than half price and kept the store closed. AD built a thriving business by newspaper advertising, informing readers honestly and expanding as demand grew.
Advertising Tells OD How Stores Grow Through News
An advertisement explains how a store attracts customers. It emphasizes making the shop attractive and convenient, stocking desired merchandise, and using newspaper advertising to reach the broadest audience with informative and truthful notices about services and goods.
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