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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1933
Page
2
Essay contemplating a future South where farmers sustain themselves with crops and livestock, free from creditors and debt. Vision emphasizes self sufficiency in fields gardens orchards and dairies with independent cotton farming in a prospering agrarian society.
Michigan Governor Comstock ends bank holiday with new auto tag scheme while Georgia Governor Talmadge pushes a $3 tag backed by state troops. He argues higher taxes on gasoline and oils cover costs. supporters back his stance against the legislature.
The Daily notes a pleasant noon visit by John P. Matlock now of Knoxville. Decatur regrets his departure to Tennessee while praising his earlier civic and church involvement and political activity. Mrs. Matlock accompanied him, and the paper expresses pleasure at their reunion.
A pending bill would reduce license tag costs for automobiles effective April 1 1933. It aims to bring 80000 off the roads back to public highways by a graduated fee schedule tied to vehicle weight and age. The move could boost sales of oils tires insurance and related industries and end storage losses to the state and economy.
Alabama editors urge voters to keep the prohibition repeal debate civil and free of mud-slinging as 66 counties head toward a summer referendum. The piece argues for fair discourse, warns against personal attacks, and notes both pro and anti groups deserve respect in the upcoming election.
A sharp-eyed look at how high profile separations sustain attention and press presence for leading actresses. The chatter around splits keeps interviews, EPKs, and paparazzi interest active, shaping careers and public profiles amid swirling fame.
Morgan reported 27 000 bales in 1932 versus 40 000 in 1931, suggesting a decline pattern. If other Southern counties match that decrease ratio, the United States may not need to legislate cotton acreage. the speaker expresses confidence that such a drop will not recur soon.
Comptroller quips we are snowed under as 14 000 telegrams flood the White House after the bank reopening rush. Roosevelt era notes reflect broader chatter on telegraph chatter, gold production, and theater goers.
Arthur Brisbane argues the world pays for war with social and political collapse. He notes Stalin’s power in Russia and rising autocrats in Turkey Italy and Germany. He warns that Hitler’s regime consolidates power, threats to Jews, and warns of looming dangers in a troubled era.
One of the heaviest rains in recent months hits the Twin Cities this afternoon. Storm sewers were taxed to the limit as traffic was disrupted on several streets. E. F. Rhinehart buys Bulis property on West Moulton Street.
Mrs. J. A. Cullom of Nashville visits her sister Mrs. W. N. Hall. John Burke and C. D. Robertson conducted a business trip to Huntsville yesterday.
The piece discusses the Presidents proposed program to employ 260000 men, noting nationwide unemployment and the idea that any start helps. It also mentions France’s concern over the gold standard and comments on prohibition remaining in the Constitution.
In this curious world note the quick life cycle of many fungi as mushrooms can reach maturity within days rather than months, depending on species and environmental conditions like humidity and temperature.
Profile of Henry Wallace as secretary of agriculture with Rexford Tugwell and Mordecai Ezekiel as key aides. Details Wallace's background as editor, economist, and farmer advocate, his views on tariffs and farm policy, and his calm, cautious leadership style. Notes his publications, family, and personal interests.
Mr. and Mrs. Dawson Hames hosted Saturday night guests the J. H. Pullers. Effie Whitlow visited her grandmother Mrs. Whitlow over the weekend. A son named Thomas Wayne was born to Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Sims on March 16. Anderson Terry and family visited the Pullers on Monday. Lilian Mamer spent Tuesday afternoon with Mary Stewart. Joe Whitlow made a business visit Monday. W. R. Sims family visited Bertha Fuller and Fannie Sims on Sunday. Virginia Gay visits sister Mrs. Clifford Sims this week. Mrs. J. H. Puller, Mrs. Lonnie Fuller and Hittle daughters noted in local notes.
Mr and Mrs Ted Embrey and children Cully and Mildred relocate to Kentucky near Hopkinsville. Mr and Mrs Clint Jones move into the Miller place vacated by the Embreys. J D Wallace shows improvement after an illness.
An illness his friends will be glad to know. Mr and Mrs Everett Terry visited Mr Terry's parents Wednesday night. Miss Christine Collins Alma Collins Annie May Rose Willie Bee Rose Ruby Rose were guests of Mrs Jessie McBride last Wednesday. Mrs Jennie Collins visited her daughter Mrs Seldon Slaton Wednesday. Eva Stewart was the guest of Mrs Jessie McBride Tuesday. Bill Graham and Mr Jordan of Decatur made a business trip Wednesday. Mr and Mrs Fred Rost and son of Decatur and Mrs John Moore of Birmingham visited Mr and Mrs J D Wallace and Mr and Mrs Sim Howell here Wednesday. Rev Grady Erwin of Moulton preached to a large crowd Sunday afternoon. Mr and Mrs Leonard Corum and family moved and Mr and Mrs Charlie Rose and family have the Corums on the Miller place. Nadine Jones spent Thursday with grandmother Mrs Sarah Moyers. Mr and Mrs Seldon Slaton had Sunday spend the day guests Mr and Mrs G P Collins and daughters Christine Edna Bee Alma and Annie May Willie Bee Rose. Mr and Mrs Charlie McBride and family had guests
Mrs Jessie McBride hosted by Mrs L A Wallace and Mrs John Spence near Hillsboro Saturday afternoon. Church News invites Bible study Sundays at 10 30. Elmer Veitch and family of Birmingham visited Mr and Mrs George Corum and family for the weekend. They brought home Miss Bessie Sue Corum and Pauline Darnell. James and Jack Howell stayed with their aunt Mrs Jessie McBride Monday for a short visit.
B L Rainey notes business up since the local bank reopened. A L Chopin received a letter from R H Crabb now in Berea West Virginia saying ill for five to six weeks. Neighbors helped plow land for crop while friends adapt to new home and neighbors. Community notices mention illness and visits.
Horace Wilkinson told Alabama Supreme Court the state's floating debt of 20 million dollars is invalid. He argued the school fund suit against Treasurer Sidney H. Bian seeks to repudiate a 5 million loan from the Chase National Bank and claimed the constitution bars incurring more than 300 thousand except in invasion or insurrection.
The Reconstruction Finance Corporation approved a relief loan of 27000 dollars to Alabama for use in three counties from March 16 to April 30. The loan supports pandemic or disaster relief efforts and marks a state aid measure.
G W Lawhorn is ill at his home on Tenth avenue south, friends regret to learn.
A joke filled collection from a humorous column featuring short quips about life work love and common woes. It parodies daily life with punchy one liners from shopkeepers teachers and neighbors and includes playful exchanges on manners and social observations.
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