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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1932

Page

4

Decatur Daily brief looms from old post office notices

Fragmentary scanned text shows a 1912 Decatur post office reference and mentions Associated Press re publication rights. The piece reveals publication metadata such as editor roles and advertising reps, with garbled dates and rates. The readable items indicate an archival newspaper snippet rather than a complete story.

Heflin Seeks Old Tricks After Alabama Speech

Former Senator Heflin faces renewed scrutiny as press dispatches quote him wavering on supporting the Democratic ticket if nominated. Alabama commenters recall his past ties to administration critics and note his defense of being misunderstood. The episode sparks mixed reactions among state editors.

Heflin Acc Wien Alabama

Democrats Right The Daily Deliberates On Prohibition Importance

The Daily notes Democratic leaders prioritize economic issues over prohibition in 1932, arguing Republicans shifted focus after the convention. It asserts that while the public cares about prohibition, most Americans seek food stability and a concrete plan to improve the economy before the November election.

Roosevelts nomination debated amid party leadership comments

The Florence Times argues the Democratic party risks leadership loss but supports Governor Roosevelt as the frontrunner. It notes several other capable candidates who could carry the ticket if Roosevelt is not nominated, reflecting a broad view of potential contenders within the party.

The Florence Democratic Party Roosevelt Jefferson Gov. Roosevelt

Roosevelt praised as strong, upright leader by voters nationwide

Letters from readers across the country hail Franklin D. Roosevelt as a clean, capable candidate. They call him an outstanding American who would guide the nation to steady work and restored confidence while opposing wealth distribution.

Roosevelt Ben Long North Canton Ohio Sun Ind Greenville 8. C Piedmont Lancaster Intelligencer Franklin D. Roosevelt

Prohibition Referendum Debate Grows Among Leaders

Bishop Cannon urges voters to decide on continuing the eighteenth amendment and notes Republican and Democratic shifts toward a referendum. City leaders recall Legion criticism over views on a nationwide ballot, arguing for timely public input while warning against obstructing the vote.

Hoover Proposes Cuts in World Armaments

President Hoover urges a one third cut in global armaments in a White House briefing with Secretary Stimson. France rejects the plan while England seeks submarine abolition and Borah backs the idea. Smith declines to bolt the Democrats, calls for an honest platform and nomination.

Hoover White House State Stimson France

Agitation Over Muscle Shoals Draws Democratic Response

The dialogue on Muscle Shoals remains active with calls for renewed action. Democrats are urged to provide a formal stance addressing the issue and potential policy steps.

War Time Leadership Slogan for Roosevelt and Baker

The proposed line invokes wartime unity to urge voters to support Franklin D. Roosevelt and James M. Baker in continuing strong national leadership against oppression. It aims to energize the Democratic base with a call for experienced guidance and moral resolve.

Roosevelt Baker

Cordell Hull Urges Referendum on Eighteenth Amendment

The writer credits Cordell Hull with recognizing the current anti prohibition agitation. He implies Hull wants the Democratic platform to call for a referendum on keeping or repealing the Eighteenth Amendment. Hull likely believes most people favor prohibition over reopening saloons.

Cordell Hull Hull

Impressive devotion and prize fight notes in mid century column

A reflective column surveys acts of devotion from history and a New York lion controversy over a husband’s sleep, then reports on the Sharkey Schmeling prize fight crowds paying up to 230 dollars, total 429000 dollars, and opinions on the judges decision and boxing legends. It also touches on European church matters and Vatican temporal power debates.

New York Fifth Avenue Central Park Zoological Gardens Herrick Sharkey-Schmeling Schmeling Sharkey Walker Berlin John L. Sullivan Bob Fitzsimmons Dublin von Bulow Giolitti Rome Vatican Vatican City Pops Pius

Quiet Priest and Alaska Gold in Wartime News Reed

Von Bulow described as a quiet country priest, Roosevelt probes Higgins prison visit before Higgins’s death. Alaska’s Nuka district reports a $55,000 per ton gold ore discovery sparking a stampede. Dies bill moves to deport union and Communist affiliates. critics warn punishing thought over action.

Alaska Nuka Seward California Alaska

Congress Hastens to Adjourn Amid Dictatorship Rumors

Washington reports a parasitic drive for an American dictatorship as Congress rushes to adjourn. Backed by figures like Loring Black and Owen D. Young, proponents push for an emergency committee to override laws and place extraordinary powers with the president during recess. Public opinion pressures lawmakers to exit without delay.

Loring M. Black New York Congress New Yorker Black Owen D. Young John J. Raskob David A. Reed Pennsylvania Mussolini

Faith and nerve fuel American ambition in hard times

A collage of quotes extols guts faith and vision to revive a market of one hundred twenty million eager to work. It contrasts belief in resurgence with taxes, marriage humor, and courtroom banter, ending with reflections on character, religion, and discipline.

America

Summer flowering bulbs for amateur gardeners

The article suggests several summer flowering bulbs for general gardens beyond gladiolus and lilies. It highlights tigridia or shell flower, tuberose, ismene or Peruvian daffodil, and cape hyacinth as strong options. Plant in June, lift in October, rest briefly, then flower in pots or store for winter.

Mayor and Board To Seek Re election in Athens

Athens Alabama officials announce re election bid for mayor and board of alderman. Bruce Nelson plans to run for ward two to replace J. B. Sarver whose health prevents another term. Other council members listed are C. W. Sarver P. W. Hendricks R. H. Cole R. H. Richardson Jr. and R. W. Martin.

Athens Ala Bruce Nelson J. B. Sarver Sarver C. W. Sarver P. W. Hendricks R. H. Cole R. H. Richardson

Florence educator urges child centered teaching on frontier outlook

Florence June 4 Miss Shoemaker alumna of Florence College and co author of The Child Centered School spoke to Florence State Teachers College. She stressed learning from children rather than rigid textbooks, using a sea shells unit to illustrate student driven inquiry. She noted collaborations with Harold Rugg and Gertrude Hartman and outlined impact on Alabama education.

Florence Ala Shoemaker Florence College Alabama College Montevallo Miss Shoemaker Harold Rugg Teachers College Columbia University America Alabama Gertrude Hartman

Wilson Opposed Prohibition Irish Question At Convention

Twelve years ago President Wilson was noted opposing the national democratic convention in San Francisco over prohibition of the Irish question. The drive to get Morgan out of the mud will be pushed and the board of revenue will be asked to call an election on a bond for county thoroughfares. The Wednesday afternoon oridge club met with Mrs. W N Hall on Oak street. Barrett Shelton is in Nashville today. W H Lee and family returned from a trip to the Pacific coast. Ben Drake visits his parents on Prospect Drive. Mrs A J Harris remains ill at her Line street home.

Washington Wilson San Francisco Morgan Board of Revenue Oridge Club

Questions Answers On Time Beginnings

In the sixteenth century by Peter Hebe. In 1883, standard time official adopted. Midnight marks the Roman day start.

Peter Hebe

Florence man named local agent for L and N at Athens

H McGee of Florence has been appointed local agent of the L and N R R at Athens to succeed J E Kelley. Kelley will move to the North Athens tower station where the signal machinery is worked.

Athens Ala H. McGee Florence J.E. Kelley McGee Kelley Athens Tower

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