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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1935
Page
8
A Minnesota State Medical briefing notes 122,449 cancer deaths in 1932 with 40 percent potentially avoidable. Dr Rector cites progress in diagnosing lung, skin, mouth, breast and pelvic cancers without surgery, calling it a gradual educational evolution in the medical profession.
The Morgan County Bar Association notes the death of Honorable Tennis Tidwell and Judge O Kyle, expressing deep sorrow for the loss of two highly esteemed members. The resolution honors their service and wisdom, acknowledging God’s providence in their passing.
The riddle notes that a woodpecker has four toes on each foot with two toes facing forward and two backward, giving the appearance of two pairs of toes on each foot which is unusual.
A medical briefing cites death rates rising from 63 to 102 per 100000 since 1900 while cancer clinics grow to 181 approved by the American College of Surgeons. Mayo Clinic figures show wheezing and asthma symptoms may stem from small tumors, goiters, or tubercular conditions in the upper lung regions.
Boy Scouts Troop 11 will meet at Central Baptist Church tonight at 7 o clock replacing Friday rainout. L B Wright scoutmaster announced. Members enjoyed a hike and fishing trip to Flint Creek Thursday with outdoor supper.
Cottage prayer services at Sixteenth Avenue Baptist Church are set for Wednesday at 2 PM in memory of Miss Pearlie Strickland of Columbia Circle. Mrs. B L Malone will lead the service.
A merged Masonic lodge in Decatur Alabama will install officers for the new combined body formed from Albany Lodge No 491 and Rising Sun Lodge No 23. Moore of Gadsden and the grand master will induct officers, with refreshments served and master masons invited to attend.
Butte and other cities connect through a fast teletype network. Officials claim 37 manned offices operate 24 hours a day with 30 decipherers in Washington and an operator in each office. The system links national numbers 7117 and 7118 and enables rapid interagency communication.
Fifty names listed as guests who won free tickets to see The Mighty Barnum today and Tuesday at the Princess Theatre. Winners must call The Daily office to claim tickets.
Willie Kent Hampton, a Black man, was slashed with a knife in an altercation at Priceville Sunday afternoon. He was taken to Decatur by Sykes Ambulance and treated by Dr. W. H. Sherard, who said recovery was likely if no complications arise.
Anne Adams Pattern 2338 showcases a flattering shirtwaist with a cross-cut yoke and pockets on a striped fabric. Available in sizes 14 through 42, with step by step instructions and fabric yardage for size 16. Send 15 cents for pattern and specify size and address.
In Ossining Eva Coo nears death by electrocution for the 1929 murder of Harry Wright. Prosecutors say life insurance worth 10 000 named Coo as beneficiary and accomplice Martha Clift testified after a hoax pardon offer was revealed by attorney David Slade.
William Organ Watson age 60 a respected Lawrence county farmer died at his residence Moulton route two at 4 45 this morning. He leaves wife five sons H Watson of Moulton Henry Watson of Birmingham Comer Watson of Moulton route two Nelson Watson of Moulton route two three daughters and two brothers and a sister. Funeral at Red Hill cemetery Tuesday at ten with Rev G E Byards. interment by Highsmith. The First Baptist Church schedules meetings with Rev Noble Y Beall speaking on race relations. Beall addressed churches Sunday and holds daily conferences with local Negro ministers.
No arrests had been made today in connection with the affair as investigators continued to review evidence and interview witnesses. Details on suspects or motives remained unavailable, and officials urged patience while the case developments were pursued.
The article advises housewives on hand care to keep skin white and smooth despite chores. It recommends camphor ice and rich hand cream nightly, plus a homemade bleaching soap with eau de cologne lemon juice and white castile soap to cleanse and whiten hands.
Mrs. Eugene Van Treese asks The Daily to help locate her husband who disappeared from their home at 1322 Third Avenue South. She reports he left last Monday afternoon wearing a dark blue suit a light felt hat and black shoes and that he carries his army discharge. He is 42 and has been in ill health.
The Senate mentions committee calls for a four point program to curb shipbuilder bid collusion and ensure defense needs are not swamped by private profits. It would bar foreign ownership of patents, cap profits at five percent when government bears risk and ten percent otherwise, and require lobbyist registrations with disclosures.
Ernest McAbee, a well known farmer of the Oak Ridge area, found a horned toad on the P. B. Sparkman place Saturday. The rare species attracted much interest when shown here.
A brief note describes a cooling ointment claimed to soothe itchy skin and rash. The text mentions a first jar to test, with emphasis on relief and cooling action for irritated pores and skin.
Barbara describes treating brown spots with a soda hyposulphite solution and water. Teresa promotes a reducing course from her New Figure booklet claiming 8 to 10 pounds lost in two weeks and reducing bust, waist, hips, abdomen, and buttocks.
A crowd views a long air endurance attempt begun June 4 by the Keys seeking to beat the 562 hour 30 minute record set July 4, 1930 by John and Kenneth Hunter. The flyer endures extreme pain with jaw treatment as observers estimate around 20 000 spectators yesterday.
Montgomery April 2 Governor Bibb Graves outlined plans to develop mineral deposits in South Alabama to attract new industries. He advanced $2000 to Dr Walter B Jones state geologist to study lands for salt deposits and authorized options in the states name to guard against exploitation.
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