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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1939
Page
4
The Limestone Democrat column urges substantial new industry in smaller towns near Decatur. It notes decentralizing industry steadies labor conditions and diversifies manufacturing, arguing Athens and surrounding areas must attract plants to reduce debt and spur local prosperity.
Random clippings swirl with religious quotes and political asides about Alabama, WPA, and state figures. The text weaves biblical lines with local concerns on highways, parks, and business, noting amendments, elections, and a wary view of national policy impacts on state affairs.
Ongoing talks aim to secure government assistance for a new wing at Benevolent Hospital to meet continuing needs. Authorities emphasize speed, prioritizing a swift, successful conclusion to the negotiations.
In a charged political scene, concerns arise that sharp opposition from Black belters could end deliveries of the two controversial amendments as they move through committee and toward a legislative floor vote. The rhetoric suggests a rapid execution of measures once they reach the flot.
A Casper Wyoming special edition showcases local resources and beauty and prompts The Daily to propose nationwide newspaper exchanges. The idea envisions six month swaps with a California and a Maine paper to broaden understanding of each region’s problems.
The city commission in Birmingham has declared cigarettes without unpaid city tax contraband six hours after arrival. Possession can lead to arrest and a fine or imprisonment, prompting warnings for fans traveling to football games.
Washington reports indicate a diplomatic promise among Britain and France to curb aggressors if Roosevelt backs their approach as after Munich. The piece notes split views in government, a possible shift on neutrality and embargo policies, and hints at public relief stamp concerns mingling with political calculations.
A confidential DOJ roster names potential candidates for the Supreme Court. The list includes Supreme Court observer Lee, Attorney General Murphy, and Judge Florence Allen of Ohio, with Allen described as a surprise contender.
Three candidates were nominated for the May Queen at Athens College for the current year. They are Miss Rebecca Turbeville of Hopkinsville Kentucky Miss Jewell Wann of Scottsboro Alabama and Miss Anna Powers of Athens. The winner will be announced next Wednesday with plans for an elaborate May Fete around mid May.
In Santa Ana a barber price war ends with Jesse James Kerby agreeing to a 40 cent haircut after 50 shops closed in protest. Civic leaders mediated, reopening shops and cutting prices by 190 cents from the old rate.
The article traces the history of hearing aids from the palm as the first aid to modern devices. It notes early devices and pivotal moments, like Hugo Lieber's 1924 innovations, and explains how otologists assess hearing loss and when aids are recommended. It highlights catarrhal ear disease as a common chronic cause and describes surgical approaches improving air flow to the middle ear, offering modest relief today after years of neglect.
A humorous exchange discusses non streakable glass for windshields, etiquette for riders, and a motorist facing blame in a collision. A judge revokes driving for two years after a wry clash about livelihoods, ending with a restaurant owner’s notice stating Our Spoons Are Not Medicine.
Editor notes seven Dr Clendening pamphlets available for ten cents each plus a self addressed stamped envelope. The listed titles include Three Weeks Reducing Diet In digestion and Constipation Reducing and Gaining Infant Feeding Instructions for the Treatment of Diabetes Feminine Hygiene and The Care of the Hair and Skin.
A rugged exchange features Boggs claiming his wealth vanished to his last dime while Woggs jokes about a remedy for fast driving. The banter parodies money and brains with a punchline about driving behavior.
A short exchange notes that pneumatic tires were first applied to motor vehicles by the French firm Michelin and Co. The dialogue shifts to a personal quip about disagreements between a man and his wife with a light humorous tone.
A fragmented verse warns that thoughts shape a face like lines in ink. Anger and fear mar beauty, while love and kindness create clear, pleasant marks. The narrator urges good thoughts to keep a sweet, open expression visible to all.
The sermon says the Holy Spirit, the Comforter and Teacher, guides believers in truth and all things. It emphasizes that God provides the Spirit to lead in science, business, medicine, and law, offering peace and purpose as humans seek knowledge.
A 1 year snapshot from March 18, 1927 notes Little Joan Summer recovering at her parents home after an arm infection. John Burleson Jr. of Hartselle underwent surgery at Benevolent Hospital and is reported to be progressing well.
A family dispute unfolds as Mother, Younger, and Junior argue over pie portions. The child insists on fairness while a final decision hinges on parental authority.
The text notes the Arctic region is roughly 30 degrees colder, highlighting the stark temperature contrast in polar areas.
Walter Winchell magazines memo section notes Rollin Kirby quits the World Telegram around April 5 over anti Roosevelt policy. It cites other staff shifts and Hollywood and New York items, including Sally Rand rumors, Bob Hope at Santa Anita, Orson Welles plans, and various celebrity mischiefs.
Rachel Lyman Field's agent reports a German publisher wants to print All This and Heaven Too under the name Layman Field without Rachel. Field replies sharply, saying the idea would be unacceptable and runs with the sentiment that if the publisher were already there she would tell them to go to hell.
Gilbert Gabriel former dramatic critic writes a Paramount film The Magnificent Fraud clarifies it is not an autobiography Rockwell Kent and others form Ads for Democracy to donate talent to ads promoting democracy Sherwood sacrifices $100 000 for wider reach of Abe Lincoln in Illinois and Los Angeles County tax assessor Mr Sunshine is noted for pester tax bills
A Life article cites an anonymous source for the remark Broun reportedly used describing someone as “an unmade bed.” Broun suspects Wallcott may have coined it. Locals note foreign correspondents want pay in gold. Cab Calloway rumored for a new theme ahead of the Cotton sab’ frolic. ASCAP seeks 10 percent from nickel-shot machines, with annual take about $300,000.
CBS program This Is New York is dropping items from its met program amid changes. The move affects segments tied to the New York cultural scene and the show's overall format.
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