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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1939
Page
4
The national defense program aims to bolster Panama Canal forces, a move the paper supports in principle yet warns Washington should recall North Alabama's significance as a major explosives source, with implications for future global conflict.
A collection of political notes cites faith and courage as guiding qualities, questions Tom Heflin’s status, and reports Dixon’s merit plan failing to gain House support. It notes potential highways Decatur to Guntersville, a proposed North Alabama prison, calls for reapportionment, flood concerns, riverbank changes, and a push to promote North Alabama for summer fishing with motor boats. It mentions Hopkins and Wagner Act negotiations and shifts in business voices.
The piece notes Dixon's appeal not resonating in Alabama while Pennsylvania miners push a new sit-down tactic that fails to achieve goals. It highlights lawmakers pondering next steps, questions about administration favors to business, and calls for rapid production of 5,500 to 6,000 planes to secure defense and speed up recovery.
The kingpin of Birmingham policy racketeers was convicted on vagrancy charges. The case reflects early prohibition era tactics where officers pressed vagrancy counts when bootlegging convictions were elusive, a charge often used against many individuals for minor or habitual infractions.
The French and British face a tough task in wooing General Franco away from Germany and Italy. He said he welcomed recognition of his regime by France and Great Britain, but remembered those who gave him sympathy and support from the beginning the Fascists and Nazis.
One of Hitler's right hand men travels to San Francisco to serve as German consul and direct propaganda efforts. The piece suggests this may be a moment to seek his return to Benin, noting it would not be the first time an American government acted in such matters.
FB. Martin, a vocational teacher in Danville, is praised for fostering annual livestock sales that boost local cash income. A Danville resident noted the sales are worth many times his development salary, with this year’s sale distributing about $7,500 in checks. All stock came from within five miles of Danville, underscoring livestock as a key local income.
The Daily reports a local letter from a Black businessman urging better facilities for Black students. At the Negro High School on West Cherry Street basement space floods from Dry Creek canal, creating water and damp conditions risking health and safety for pupils and teachers as the school board considers needed improvements.
The House approved the TVA appropriations by a narrow margin reversing a prior stance. The vote reflects claims of Democratic unity despite concerns of indifference and laziness within the party. A caucus followed, warning that a compact Republican group could seize control if Democrats did not remain vigilant. The Senate then returned the bill with no cuts, restoring the appropriation.
A March report notes German interest in U S credits via Export-Import Bank or RFC chair Jesse Jones, with talks advised to go through central banks and avoid blocked marks. W L Batt of Svenska Kullager Fabriken is discussed as potential commerce liaison but declines a big role, amid broader hints of labor relations shifts after Supreme Court rulings.
The opinions outline that labor may organize freely but cannot commit unlawful acts or seize property or people. Violations like sit down strikes can lead to discharge and criminal or civil liability. Lawful action protects management property, and labor must pursue rights through legal means.
The NLRB reaction hovered between stunned silence and hints it may revise its entire administrative procedure. Observers note nonpartisan legal scholars doubt the board can avoid broad process changes while AFL-CIO peace talks limit comment. Some link Senate Walsh amendments delay to administration aims, while others discuss Dewey nomination chatter and possible removal of Simpson touring plans.
A Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee pushed in a secret session to drop the Perkins case while another Democrat protested loudly. Reports say lawmakers resist releasing Perkins and the controversy highlights internal party divisions. Confidential notes claim Perkins will not deport Harry Bridges, seen as key to aligning CIO activities on the Pacific coast.
Final chapter of a year-long recall fight in Miami unfolded as the city commission convened to canvass unofficial returns showing Mayor Robert R. Williams and Commissioners John W. DuBose and Ralph B. Ferguson ousted. The ballot tallies sealed the political shakeup in the Florida city.
A columnist explains onychophagy and bezoars, detailing cases of hair and nail eating. A 15 year old servant girl and a 26 year old man developed large hair ball accumulations in the stomach after long histories of hair swallowing and nail biting, with persimmon seed content noted. Surgical removal usually cures ulcers and prevents perforation. the lesson cautions against such eating behaviors.
A 32 year old man suffered sudden cramp like stomach pain after persimmon consumption. The condition persisted for days with vomiting. A hard mass was palpable before surgery, and an operation yielded a black hard oblong mass about the size of a fist from the stomach.
A. S. asks about Coleys Serum and wheat germ. The answer states Coleys Serum is used for certain types of malignant growth. Wheat germ is a concentrated form of Vitamin B.
The note lists seven Dr Glendening pamphlets available by mail for 10 cents each plus a self addressed stamped envelope. Titles include Three Weeks Reducing Diet In digestion and Constipation Reducing and Gaining Infant Feeding Instructions for the care of Diabetes Feminine Hygiene and The Care of the Hair and Skin.
The piece argues tithing puts God first in budgeting and brings happiness. It frames tithing as a divine principle, not law, aiding growth in grace, avoiding covetousness, and developing character. It describes tithing as freeing spiritual resources for Christ, enabling kingdom work, equality among church members, and partnership with God in life purpose.
A collection of light jokes and wry observations on marriage work and family life. From workplace banter about a productive wife to misadventures with money and honesty, the items poke gentle fun at modern mores and everyday folly.
A concise spiritual note emphasizes prioritizing the Kingdom of God above all else. The speaker commits to seeking divine guidance and aligning actions with faith principles. The fragmentary line signals a devotional focus and personal resolve.
Walter Winchell’s Broadway notes recount Hollywood links between Sammy Renick and Mark Mellinger owner Harry Warner. Jocular anecdotes include Barbara Hutton’s father, Italian boast at the League of Nations cloak room, pro Nazi jests, a naked cab escape, Goering jokes, and Tallulah Bankhead versus Vivien Leigh on casting.
The Times columnist John Kieran known from Information Please addressed Yale's senior class. A professor introduced him with a brief apology for the next speaker, a mere sports writer, then Kieran captivated the audience by delivering a lengthy oration entirely in Latin.
The Nazi Bund held its first full dress meeting at Madison Square Garden under 1500 New York police. The event drew swift condemnation from the American press as a betrayal of American freedom. A Cuban-born columnist corrects an erratum on rhumba dancers’ cry “Ah Wah” and notes origins of rhythms among Negroes in the jungles. The piece ends noting the next Sabbath at 2:30 on 48th Street between Lexington.
Reporters recount a Hitler imitate rousing a Hollywood crowd with a hate gospel at a West Coast church. The preacher attacks Catholics and mocks the true names of Hollywood figures. Bryan Foy reveals his birth name was Fitzgerald.
Mr and Mrs B F Martin depart Tuesday for a ten day trip visiting Florida including Clearwater and Pensacola. Silk Stocking Club will not meet this week with next week's venue to be announced later. Mrs E J Polhills East Vine Street home hosted the Six Hundred Club on Tuesday afternoon. Babe Ruth today signed a three year Yankees contract at 70000 per year. An editorial notes a lack of Welcome Bill Collectors on street cars. A war draft kept Gordon McDuff from replacing Rabbit Maranville for the Boston Braves.
On Thursday night March 9 1939 at 8 00 o clock the Morgan County Training school hosts a two level singing contest for elementary and high school divisions inviting all Morgan county negro schools to enter Winners advance to Athens March 16 for district competition and district winners go to Alabama State Teachers Montgomery for a state song fest Officials say white friends will be accommodated for the event
Alabama officials report two Pickens county men arrested near Carrollton for rustling cattle. Haygood Paterson announces recovery of several stolen animals, detailing a severe blow to the rustling ring.
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