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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1938
Page
4
The notice records the 1912 second class matter designation with post office location Alabama and dates February 26 1912 and July 1 1917 under the 1878 act. It notes Associated Press ownership of news content and exclusive rights for republication within the paper and reserves reprint of special dispatches. New York.
A hopeful statement from Newscom declares readiness to oppose a dictator, signaling a resolve to defend press freedom. The exact identity of the dictator is not specified in the fragment.
An individual claims a pardon and parole racket enabled an escape from an Alabama prison. He asserts he can reveal who arranged the escape and how, noting prison officials are implicated and should face severe punishment. The quoted statements frame the alleged conspiracy as serious and widespread.
Decatur aims to expand industry to employ at least 2,000 more people in diversified fields and to create a daily cash market in the five county area for any agricultural product. The plan spans years, not days, and requires sustained focus toward these goals.
Washington signals slow increases in WPA rolls to 3,000,000 by July with an added 250,000, aiming to keep government spending from outpacing recovery. Bankers and local lenders could again finance legitimate enterprises if Washington adopts cautious, homegrown economic thinking rather than relying solely on safety bonds.
A Mississippi school displayed student misdefinitions from examination papers with lines such as a myth being a female moth and an optimist as one who looks after your eyes. The paper suggests teachers rally to defend the incident.
The Dothan Eagle argues Norma Shearer can act and should be Scarlett, despite The Daily's doubts. It praises Shearer for embodying the character, condemns Garbo as limited, defends director control, and predicts The Daily may approve the film—all while noting Canadian birth should not disqualify her.
An editorial notes how some graduates’ spelling and education draw mixed reactions from business leaders. The Mississippi school test results are cited as a concrete example of the real world impact.
Washington dispatch notes Bert Snell, 67, a veteran conservative in the House, retires amid frustration over wage hour and spend lead legislation. It flags Joe Martin as probable successor and hints at broader GOP shifts in New England. It also covers Roosevelt era labor battles, the CIO, and the enduring Liberty League funding.
G. Hatfield of Oklahoma City was elected president of Kiwanis International by acclamation at the 22nd annual convention in San Francisco. He succeeds F. Trafford Taylor of St. Boniface Manitoba and becomes president from treasurer. Bennett O. Knudson of Albert Lea Minnesota was elected vice president from the United States as the gathering of thousands of delegates concludes with major resolutions to be decided.
Dr Howard Haggard cites Irvington House New York as the nation’s sole sanitarium for children with hearts crippled by rheumatic fever. The program combines medical care with mental training and social activity to help youngsters learn to live with a weakened heart while gradually restoring health and normalcy.
Dr Clendeing will answer questions of general interest only, and then, only through his column.
A humorous verse advises calm handling when the wife is peevish. Do not argue or fret, give space, as troubles may stem from the man. Avoid blame, accept the mood, and avoid kitchen disasters and nagging.
A 1200 year old lamp in a Travancore palace has burned since ancient times and will continue in remembrance of a ruler. A silent burglar entering the home heard a woman's warning from upstairs about shoes and a threat of double.
A sermon on Jesus teaching the Twelve to seek servanthood over rank. It contrasts worldly ambition in politics, society, and business with Christian duty to practice the golden rule and avoid harming others to climb higher. The speaker denounces dishonest competition and urges prioritizing the Christian life over success.
The text features a burglar remarking the home memory as he leaves with his partner. A store manager contends with an exhausted assistant who dozes at the Pajama counter. A cashier notes all attendees hold compliments. A joke closes with a dog turning into a car by wagging its tail.
In Spokane on June 30 a pair of pigeons reportedly caused a short circuit by rubbing beaks on parallel high tension lines. B M Merrill, superintendent of the Washington Water Power Company, said about 4000 homes lost power due to the sparking incident.
A collage of anecdotes from Broadway and Europe features H R Luce and Clare Boothe Luce hosted by the Windsors in the South of France. It recalls England and America views of the Duke and Duchess, Morgenthau and Shirley Temple, and gossip about celebrities, clubs, and air conditioned venues.
The text contrasts worldly status with divine value. True greatness comes from unselfish service to others, not from wealth or possessions. A person’s worth lies in character and the good they do for humanity.
Miss Margaret Parr vacations with her aunt in Covington Tennessee. Local residents share weekend visits including Spencer Latham of Moulton, the Free and Latham families, and Miss Reba Montgomery from Decatur. Mayburn Ayers returns from Birmingham for treatment. Community singing attendance noted with Clarke Hoggins and Dorothy Dean among visitors.
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