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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1941
Page
2
Report outlines uncertain Allied prospects as the Nazi offensive in the east tests Soviet resistance. Analysts note three possible shifts: reduced German pressure in North Africa, slower invasion threats to the British Isles, and the struggle for the Red Army to rally under a stiff campaign by Germany.
Robert testimony recounts Brackeen wounds from a March 24 incident and doctors views on cause of death. X rays shown as faces of a diverse jury pool from Athens Coxey Salem Ripley Union Hill Cross Keys Tanner and related locals appear in the court record.
Light scattered rains fell in South Carolina Mississippi and Alabama Sunday following heavier precipitation the day before. Temperatures dropped across the Southeast with highs of Tenn 96 Columbus Ga 91 and Ga 90 as cooler air moves from the Gulf and South Atlantic states.
A heavy rain and gusty wind swept Trinity area Sunday afternoon. Several trees were blown down and one blocked a telephone line briefly cutting phones. No property damage reported. The rain was described as a guilty washer.
The Navy plans to recruit as many as 1,000 pilots for light aircraft production and training, boosting output to about 400 light craft monthly. Meanwhile the union seeks wage gains, requesting 35 cents an hour for unskilled workers and a 25 percent raise for skilled machinists.
The German Russian war outbreak spurred brisk market rallies in New York stocks with U S Steel and others moving in large blocks. Early volume ran 350000 shares in the first hour with totals near 75000 later. commodities showed mixed moves as Wheat and Corn rose on war developments and Hogs traded higher around 10.75.
Prices advance to daytime highs as professional buying and short covering lift futures across multiple contracts. July trades at 14.71, October 14.95, December 15.04, several up around 37 to 40 points. Middling spot remains 15.50.
Market roundup shows stocks firm as leaders rally amid war news. Bonds rise, rails performance leads in early action.
The article reports on U S views that Nazi and Soviet oppression must be opposed, with President Roosevelt engaging in calls with Hull Welles and Halifax amid updates on Germany and Russia at war. It notes no official move on extending aid to Russia and confirms Churchill discussions had no record.
Salable cattle 500 calves 200. steady on all classes. Good 1100 lb steers 11.10. 680 lb loads 10.60. Canner cows 5.00-6.50. stock hogs 600 head. hogs mostly 10.35 for 190-300 lb. Sheep 1500 head. spring lambs 26 higher. ewes and wethers 11.50-12.50. buck lambs 10.50. overall steady to higher trends.
President Roosevelt and British officials held a series of conferences to analyze how Europe’s war dynamics affect the United States. The discussions aimed to gauge the latest angles of the war and United States potential responses.
Thousands of visiting Catholic clergy and laity arrived by special train and bus to St. Paul and overflowed flag bedecked streets as the Ninth National Eucharistic Congress prepared to convene.
M. Wise of Morgan County Red Cross received a National Red Cross letter outlining a nationwide appeal by the United Service Organizations for 10,765,000 dollars to provide recreational facilities for soldiers and sailors near military camps and naval stations.
In a wartime address the speaker says Nazi forces are sweeping toward Russia's sphere and pledges aid to any nation or person opposing Naziism. Britain has given Moscow technical and economic support and will rally allies, especially the United States, to aid the Russian people. He notes RAF air superiority over parts of France and predicts heavy casualties and famine in Russia, where the Red Army appears to be adapting after failures in Finland.
Reports describe Finland's neutrality amid German advances in the Baltic region while Germany and Russia push large scale offensives. Lithuania declares independence with a coup in Kaunas as Soviet forces retreat, and British and American officials await lend lease decisions amid global hostilities spanning Arctic to Middle East theaters.
The notice details paving work on North 7th and 8th Avenues from 2nd Street to 4th Street North, Gordon Drive, 1st Avenue West, Holly Street, 2nd Avenue West, Ferry Street, 4th Street South, 5th Street South, 7th and 8th Avenues East, 16th Avenue East, Jackson Street, Wadsworth Street, and 3rd Street North with specified endpoints and dates.
George Goodlow, a porter at The Daily building, found a 42 inch snake in the basement washroom. He initially mistook it for a large electrical cord, then killed the reptile with a shovel. The snake’s ingress remains a mystery due to the brick and concrete basement.
Rubber became a federal monopoly today as a government corporation was named the sole buyer of crude rubber from the Far East. Indications existed that other materials would soon come under similar control.
The United States Navy establishes a permanent recruiting office in Decatur with weekday hours. Chief Quartermaster G B Eaves from Birmingham arrives to lead the office located in the alcohol tax unit on the courthouse's second floor. The Decatur station will serve Morgan Lawrence Limestone Cullman and parts of Madison and Colbert counties.
Erima Lee McBride of Huntsville visits relatives in Decatur. A dozen defendants were booked in police court on drunkenness assault and battery violations and traffic law infractions. Family updates report surgeries and recoveries at Baugh's Infirmary and local church activities and visits from Columbus Miss and Montevallo residents.
Rainey’s Beauty Shop at 703 Second Avenue introduces a complete health and beauty steam bath facility. It is the only unit of its kind north of Birmingham and features electric rolling pins vibrators facial masks and vacuum cups for reducing. A Swedish massage room adjoins the bath and expert operators run the unit.
G P Banniza and wife from Decatur were hurt in a two car crash on Wheeler highway near Sheffield in heavy rain. Banniza skidded while braking, another westbound auto struck their car broadside. Mrs Banniza had a severe head wound and body bruises, he suffered rib injuries. Both were said to be in satisfactory condition and expected to be discharged soon. Banniza manages the Roxy and Princess Theatres.
In Portsmouth New Hampshire on June 23 the navy honored 33 crew of the sunken submarine U-9 describing them as men still at their station of duty. After two divers descended to the wreck 440 feet down the decision was made to leave the bodies and salvage work. Naval Secretary Frank Knox blessed the crew during a solemn service aboard the submarine Triton.
In a stern address, the prime minister labels the Nazi eastward push as a stand against a vast population in China and India and warns it could lead to the subjugation of the Western Hemisphere. He claims long opposition to Communism and describes Hitler’s aims as destroying enemies to conquer the Americas.
Churchill vows Britain and empire will pursue a single irrevocable aim to destroy Hitler and his regime. He emphasizes total commitment to the war effort and defeating the enemy.
Dr. John C. Cowell Jr of Central Baptist Church urged revival through Spirit filled ministry. He warned that modern revivals are mere propaganda to recruit adherents and that true power comes from the Holy Spirit. He noted 15 baptisms and 11 church additions at the morning service.
Miss Virginia McGraw formerly of Decatur stars in floor shows at Inn Wood Fort Bragg Road Fayetteville North Carolina performing a series of specialty dance numbers. She has lived in Birmingham for years but visits the area often.
Marion Leon Hamp infant son of Mr and Mrs Herschel Hamp of 1212 Fourth Avenue South died at 2 this morning. Rites were held at 3 this afternoon at the residence and the burial followed at Tanner in Limestone county with McAfee Howell and Young in charge. Survived by parents two sisters Martha Sue and Barbara Jean.
The speech declares a relentless, multi front fight against Nazi forces. It asserts no negotiation and promises victory by land sea and air until Hitler is removed and his regimes powers are broken.
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