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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1935
Page
4
Decatur Alabama post office issues public notice under March 6 1878 act dated July 1 1919. Associated Press report provides text prepared for exclusive use by Decatur Daily.
A proposed measure remains in committee after being sent for study and likely will not reach the floor. Supporters say it could benefit Alabama towns, but the bill lies dormant as lawmakers weigh its value to people.
The city treasury is empty and employees face unpaid wages due to a power split between Senator Long and Walmsley. Long reportedly still draws regular pay while Mayor Walmsley remains comfortable. The plight of struggling workers and families is described as sickening.
The article notes farmers aim for good prices this fall, with twelve cents to a dollar suggested and debts easing. It claims recent years have revived Southern farming, with cotton prospects improving and many farmers finally moving toward clear finances since 1920, hinting at a commodity price rise.
The department of Commerce says there is no indication that the NRA situation affected trade. Retail gains were widely reported across the country last week based on data from three key cities. Wholesale trade showed no special trends and little movement in balance figures.
Decatur residents object to annual tax burdens tied to a $100,000 bridge bond issue. The city did not push the state to take on all bridge costs and seeks refund of funds advanced to enable the local bridge and retirement of the debt if other bridges are freed.
The Times endorses a campaign by Attorney General Cumming to purge unscrupulous lawyers linked to crime. It cites Ben B. Laska's Denver conviction for aiding a kidnap gang and warns that overstepping ethical lines makes lawyers accomplices, urging harsh punishment and reform.
Fragmented OCR text reports unrest and crime linked to a broad network. Mentions Mr. Morgan selling items and references rights issues amid general turmoil.
The article reports thousands at Wolfe Tone's grave in Ireland clashing with sticks and stones amid Republican protests. Across the globe a bomb near the U S embassy in Mexico City prompts varied reactions, while Polish Jews face acute poverty and famine in wartime conditions.
The article notes turmoil in Monaco as a potential American syndicate eyes gambling privileges amid declining profits and competition. It recalls Napoleon’s influence on Monaco’s independence and warns of broader, sensational crime and astronomical curiosities from science to Morgan miniatures auctions.
Dr. Logan Clendening explains that foot and hand eruptions come from a microscopic fungus on damp floors. Early use of Whitfield's Ointment or alternatives like iodine can curb the infection, with caution on salicylic acid. Preventive steps include antiseptic soaking, nail care, and drying feet thoroughly after bathing.
A mixed column of playful asides and trivia including spoof trademark notes, jokes about courtship and youth, and a classroom intelligence test anecdote. It features quips on presidents versus kings and a light mockery of business etiquette with a call to pass along information.
The president’s son John Roosevelt, six feet four and a half inches tall, will labor this summer on the Tennessee Valley project with a pick and shovel, refuse pay, and cover his own board. He will learn how ordinary workers live and gain health from the effort.
The Senate weighs a motion to debate the ship subsidy bill as finance committees study tax proposals for the wealthy. Senate yesterday approved several minor measures as House conferees reach agreement on the subsidy bill.
English philanthropist James Edward Oglethorpe proposed debt relief leading to a royal charter in 1722 120 debtors released and transported to America. The Savannah colony began as Georgia's first settlement. he won Indian alliance against a Spanish invasion. In 1988 a US 3 cent stamp honored him.
The Federal Council of Churches of Christ in America notes issues with the old constitution and argues that the United States or Canada should allow drastic modification. concerns about Canada are mentioned amid the discussion.
The Kiwanis club reports twenty seven boys sent to Camp Ki for the first week. The camp will run two weeks with the second week starting next Monday. Rev Ernest Hart Kiwanis member acts as camp director.
A terse note indicates efforts to cooperate without a formal plan or program in place. The brief statement suggests ongoing coordination but lacks detail on specific actions or outcomes.
Excerpted notes from Walter Winchell style columns report on socialites and show business figures. Mentions ex Mrs Leland Hayward groom's merger rumor James Thurber's best man status Jack Kirkland June Travis Clint on Vincent of West Point Charlotte Milburn Hugh Pickering Elliott Sperber Vera King Milton Kramer and others Vera King and Milton Kramer nearly eloped. J J Walker may take a $150000 post. etc.
Betty Starbuck becomes a redhead and shifts to an airman. The Wm. Murray Iika Chase marriage set for July 13 at L. Langner's Westport manse. Chas Hitchcock plans naval air corps return. Kay Weerle known from toothpaste ads. Sam Barrymore Colt with Jerry Higgins of the Westchester set. Chapmans and Gladys Swarthout rumored. Obituary note for K. Kitchen. fiction and quip noted as his forte. William Howard and Helen Charleston appear with a tired look. Viv Segal rejects Merman role. Prima and Martha Raye withdraw pledges. Henri Von Haugwitz returns to Denmark. Elsi Rossi not to become Barbara Hutton's sister-in-law. Anonymous threats to Sketch Book principals now under Q men. Collette Frances linked to Tommy Manville via past tie. Ben Platt Jr. and La Dixon spark up talks. Book of the Month choice: Life With Father by C. Day.
Alexander Woollcott is convalescing following a nervous collapse allegedly tied to an excessive diet that caused significant weight loss. A Philadelphia film figure plans legal action against Fox in a case resembling the St. Louis indictments.
A quirky collection of dialog snippets features business humor and social satire. It highlights optimistic sayings about enterprise and family life while poking fun at money, manners, and modernity through mock conversations and headlines.
Alvin B Harmon in Esq catalogs literary lists and alibis about Bierce plots and insomnia dishes. Quentin Reynolds eyed for Hollywood money. E K Ganns and Warner producers chase new shorts under a control yourself tag. Shute teases a new project while Waynes try to unravel it. Show Boat’s Raymond balks atenco choices for Gladys Crane. A Stork Club waiter with Russian Ballet past adds local color to the chatter.
The column notes spicing up romances and pairings from Kentucky to Atlanta. Anecdotes include John H Faunce Jr and Ethel Downs, Helen Macy as a new interest, Ferdie Baehler and Betty Douglas's marriage, and Sandra Gould tied to S M Charrstock. Talks of industry shifts mention United Artists distribution and Pathe-Natan French invasion. The piece also mentions hotel figures and upcoming weddings involving Betty Lee Cooper and Sir Duncan Orr-Lewis.
Royal doctors confirm the Duke of Kent will attend the King's Jubilee in May but not Princess Marina. The item notes other social happenings including marriages and divorces, plus fashion gossip from the East Side cafes and upcoming fall gowns.
Lord Carew seethes for La O Malley as Margie Finley weds a Kansas City man. Max Baer and his manager face boxing commission action. Ex wife of Jason to wed Dr Hoff man and June Collyer cited. Stu Erwins expect news. Betti Beaton heads Hollywood bound. Harriet Hagman linked with Irving Eaton as Army order shakes Bets. Bert Lowns, Moses summons 16 agents to office, none appear.
A short consumer note highlights cooling and soothing effects for itchy skin with a blue branded medicated ointment. Claims focus on rapid pore penetration and relief from eczema symptoms.
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