Campaign Faith and Life Lessons From a Wealthy Reclusive Figure
The piece reflects on a 1930s political climate, urging unity in the Democratic Party around Franklin D. Roosevelt era themes of prohibition and farm relief while contrasting material success with meaningful life values. It cites James Reed and critiques wealth as sole measure of life, praising social duty over mere riches.
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Joe Robinson
Arkansas
Heston
Robinson
United States
de Ramee Aehiesen
Alfred E. Smith
America
Southland
Hoover
James Reed
Smith
Reed
Second Avenue Repair Nears August Completion
Residents in Decatur are promised a brief disruption as Second avenue undergoes repairs expected to finish by August 15. The project will improve pedestrian safety and road conditions with minimal daily impact, leaving the streets better and safer for all.
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Second Avenue
Decatur
Senator Hugo L. Black to Speak in Decatur July Fourth
Decatur welcomes Senator Black as he visits July Fourth to address the United Order of American Mechanics. The Alabama Democrat has earned praise for his constructive approach and steady record in Congress, seen as a harbinger of southern leadership and national service.
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Senator Black
Hugo L. Black
United Order of American Mechanics
North Alabama
Decatur
Friends
Black
Congress
Southland
United States
Alabama
South
Patience of the grocery clerk amid price protests at beans
A columnist lauds a patient grocery clerk who calmly handles angry customers over a tiny price difference. Women quarrel over a half cent in bean prices while the clerk maintains good humor and wraps the purchase.
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Hall of Fame
Editorial note on Mr. Brisbane in The Decatur Daily
The Decatur Daily outlines Mr. Brisbane as its leading editorial voice and notes that the paper does not necessarily share his views, presenting them as his role as the highest paid editorial writer.
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Brisbane
Decatur Daily
French regain gold coin circulation after war hit
The article notes France stabilizes currency with a return to gold and silver coins as four fifths of the value is cut by war. It praises Poincare and sketches impact on peasants and workers, with a broader political and economic mix including remarks on Hoover Smith and grain interests.
Ther and Pinion safety query in Arlington, Wayne, NR
A fragmented item questions whether Ther and Pinion are safe in Arlington area. The readable parts reference concern about safety measures and public reassurance from local authorities.
Regulation and safety hopes for fireworks use in celebrations
The piece argues for stricter fireworks rules nationwide citing hospital reports of injuries and deaths from firecrackers. It warns automobiles and devices pose greater danger and urges tighter regional handling rules to curb tragedies during Fourth of July celebrations.
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Gadsden
Engineer Burnum Founding Life in Alabama Roads
Arbert Denson Burnum a district highway engineer with the Alabama highway department based in Decatur was born in Cullman Alabama and lived there until adulthood. He joined the department about eight years ago and was soon transferred to Decatur where he has remained. He married Frances Brown in 1923 and has two children Sarah Ruth and Herbert Denson Jr. He is a member of the First Presbyterian church and the American Society of Engineers.
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John Lunsman
Henry Ford
Ford
Arbert Denson Burnum
Alabama Highway Department
Decatur
Cullmah
Ala
Frances Brown
Sarah Ruth
Herbert Denson, Jr
First Presbyterian Church
American Society of Engineers
Mary Recognizes Jesus After Resurrection
A fragment describes Mary Magdalene turning to see Jesus at the tomb and recognizing him when he calls her name. She responds with Rabboni, acknowledging him as Master in this Gospel moment from John.
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Jesus
Ogesus
Mary
Rabboni
Day Dachshund idis S Onexot a
An unusual short legged dog story appears with garbled terms and a note about long standing usage. A reference to a meeting led by a presiding elder and a conference role is included in disjointed context.
Child Poisoned From Gympsum Weed At Home
Little Martha Johnson two years old, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. U Fe Johnson, is back home after treatment for gympsum weed poisoning. She was taken to a hospital in serious condition after eating the weed while playing in the yard, and her parents rushed her to the hospital fearing possible fatal outcome.
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Martha
Mrs Williams Visiting Sister in Hartselle
Mrs Williams is spending the month with her sister Mrs J B Bennett in Hartselle. She is retired and in feeble health and will visit other relatives before returning home.
N C Nichols Dies After Long Illness At 84
N C Nichols of upper Tame died this morning after a lingering illness. He was 84 and a Confederate veteran. Funeral services will be held Saturday. Nichols had long lived with Rev and Mrs 3 P Pryor. The death surprised Limestone county friends.
Warren White to Manage Park Service Station in Hartselle
Warren White, who has been in business in Hartselle for eight months, will manage and operate the Park Service Station at the corner of Malone Park and Moulton Street West starting July 1. He purchased the interests in the station from I. E. Wright.
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Warren White
Hartselle
Park Service
Corner Malone Park
Moulton Street West
Mr. White
I. E. Wright
Cait Visits Somerville Residence on Business
Ms Cait of Ydnnlg S. Cait arrives in Somerville, known for the popular residence in the Somerville section, for today’s business.
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Ars
S. Cait
Somerville
Power of stewards meeting at 7 30 o clock
Fragmentary notice notes a meeting of stewards of the Uere Seal scheduled for 7:30, with unclear location and purpose. No further context or participants are legible.
Just One Year Bishop McDowell Confer With St John’s
Bishop McDowell of Birmingham visited St. John’s Episcopal church on Tuesday for a brief conference. Mrs. J. Y. Hamil and guests drove to Athens and were there Tuesday. W. E. Crawford is in Montgomery for several days on business. T. M. Jones, Sr. returned after a two day stay in Montgomery.
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McDowell
Birmingham
St. John’s Episcopal Church
J. Y. Hamil
Athens
W. E. Crawford
Montgomery
T. M. Jones, Sr
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