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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1938
Page
3
A powerful typhoon heads toward Japanese islands after two days of deadly weather. Officials warn of strong winds, heavy rain, and rising surf as residents brace for impact and evacuations continue in affected coastal areas.
A powerful typhoon and a major earthquake strike Japan, killing at least 100 and leaving 200 missing as floods and landslides devastate Tokyo Yokohama and surrounding areas. Dozens more die in collapsed homes, tunnels, and cliff falls amid record rains and widespread destruction.
Bill Baron uncovers that cattle rustling on the Dale-Durango ranch is a cover for a smuggling ring moving aliens and narcotics. He disguises himself to infiltrate the operation, aids border patrol, and earns praise from Officer McIntyre while weighing his future on Ellen Dale’s ranch and his Texas plan. Sid Bromberg appears as a party guest at Ellen’s home.
In Sylva North Carolina June 10 two motorists fled a drugstore without paying for sodas. Gov Clyde R Hoey covered the bill saying he had a lapse of memory while clerk Tom Wilson noted the incident and called it a charge to experience.
Morgan county farmers federation announces a July 2 fiddlers contest at Hartnelle High School auditorium with a winner advancing to Farmers Week in Auburn August 1 to 5. Prizes include a paid five day trip to Auburn and cash awards for solo fiddlers and string bands limited to Morgan residents.
Reverend and Mrs. W. D. Landis return to California due to the critical condition of his sister Mrs. W. R. Hightower. Hightower has been brought home from a Nashville hospital and is reported much better. Lieut. and Mrs. M. B. Adams of Long Beach, California visit Limestone County with local hosts before heading to Washington, D. C. attorney David Rhea of Pulaski visits. Miss Zera Gooch, Powers Hospital head nurse, recovers from appendicitis and will rest before returning to duty. Bruce Nelson and daughter Katherine host a barbecue at Camp Katherine on Elk River opening later this week. Harry Taft and wife plan a vacation to Miami Beach, Florida.
Mrs. George W. Williamson widow of the late George W. Williamson and daughter of Capt. George Gilbert a county pioneer died suddenly at her home west of Athens at age 66 Funeral services were held at the residence with burial in Athens cemetery Reverend G M officiated
William Zion aged 53 boarded street car 1324 and showed a bill of sale for the car to the conductor demanding his property. The conductor sent him to the police bunko detail which now pursues the salesmen who swindled Zion out of 100 dollars.
Arctic communities report rising severe sunburn among residents as unusual UV levels persist. Health officials urge protective measures while researchers study exposure effects on remote populations.
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