Founder Barter 1919 to 1940 Shelton
The text identifies W. Br. Shelton as founder and Benjamin Bloodworth as business manager in a vintage newspaper byline. It notes Associated Press credit rules for news dispatches and exclusive rights for re publication. The fragment references local news publication and redistribution policies.
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W. BR. Shelton
Barter
Shelton
Benjamin Bloodworth
Sheppard
Associated Press
Associated Prose
Specia
Subscription Rates Information Fragment
A fragment outlines subscription rates noting a weekly and monthly pricing option. It mentions different durations and pricing terms but lacks complete figures or dates.
When the Southern Farmer Will Come Into His Own
A reflective Southern era note envisions a farmer thriving on home grown bread meat and crops, free from creditors and debt, amid gardens orchards vineyards and dairies, with rural prosperity on its own fields and pastures.
Trade Area Statistics Highlight Decatur Region
The Chamber of Commerce reports 1883 square miles in the Decatur trade area with 109 747 residents, 860 retail stores generating 817 922 000 in sales, 68 manufacturing plants employing 2748 workers and total wages of 2 854 586. The piece notes the area’s growing potential in industry and agriculture.
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Chamber of Commerce
Decatur
Japanese View on U S Fleet Withdrawal Sparks Debate
The Tuscaloosa News reports a visiting Japanese diplomat suggesting U S withdrawal from the Pacific could ease tensions. It notes recent Japanese moves imply militaristic expansion and questions whether Japan would welcome a U S retreat or rely on its own militarists.
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United States
Pacific
Japan
America
Tuscaloosa
Paris
Tokyo
Pacific Ocean
Muscle Shoals dispute delays continue and politics loom
The article questions delaying Muscle Shoals disposition while national plans move forward. It criticizes South versus North bias and urges rapid development in line with President Roosevelt's broader recovery program, urging action over talk for Shoals properties.
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Muscle Shoals
Roosevelt
Congress
Shoals
Southland
American vigilance urged as Japan stirs East tensions
Amid calls to unite the nation against China outrages, U S policy cautions that Japanese propaganda may inflame East passions. The text stresses keeping New world defense ready while monitoring evolving sentiments and potential remote actions in Asia.
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China
Japan
America
East
United States
Nothing can hold back the dawn optimism in Rotarian piece
Colonel Frank Knox of the Chicago Daily News writes in the Rotarian that the nation is smiling again and the depression’s end is in sight. He honors unsung heroes like workers, wives, merchants, dairymen, police, landlords, bankers, and faithful citizens who kept faith in God and country.
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Frank Knox
Chicago Daily News
Knox
America
Citzen
Return of the old-fashioned saloon debated by Hearst
Arthur Brisbane reports on beer’s comeback as states reconsider 3.2 beer and wine legalities. W R Hearst telegraphs views on the brewery–owned saloon and its effect on prohibition, crime, and public order, warning that easy access may invite bootleggers and poor quality beer.
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William Randolph Hearst
California
New York
WR. Hearst
Arthur Brisbane
Prohibition and the Saloon Debated in Workingman Lens
A column argues against brewery owned saloons and the return of prohibition. It critiques brewery influence and urges law to prevent a saloon on every corner, noting the public rejects both prohibition and the saloon while seeking temperance.
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Workingman's Club
New Farm Relief Plan Aims to Raise Crop Prices
The government adopts a far reaching program designed to restore farm prices to pre war parity. Farmers will be paid by acre for land left fallow or reduced production, with taxes on key commodities to fund rentals and other costs. The plan targets 1933 crops and seeks to cut oversupply while boosting farmers’ purchasing power.
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Hodney Dutcher
NEA
Asamrasee
Roosevelt
Secretary of Agriculture
Henry A. Wallace
West
United States
Agriculture Department
Wallace
NEA Service, Inc
A Temperance Policy That Works Abroad and at Home
The speaker argues that repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment will not end temperance issues. State and local bans may reappear, but a measured policy could curb alcohol. Proposes three steps: permit private sale only for beer and light wines, limit licenses for such sales, and move all other beverages to government dispensaries. Cites foreign success with restricted access as proof.
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Mr. Hearst
A Flapper tale and tongue in cheek from the era
A collage of jokes and quips on manners work ethics and social mores. It features exchanges about politics gossip modern slang and a boss’s commandments with a final flirtatious cue from a flapper to her boyfriend.
Creomulsion Ad Promises Quick Cough Relief
An older advertorial touts Creomulsion as a safe, pleasant remedy for bronchial infections. It claims seven modern ingredients, no narcotics, and a money back guarantee if coughs or colds persist, urging quick action to defeat germs.
Alabama Captain Kilpatrick Appeal to President Harding
Twelve years ago Colonel Bibb Graves of Montgomery appealed to President Harding to intervene for Captain Emmet Kilpatrick of Alabama held in a Bolshevik prison in Moscow. The Parent-Teacher Association will serve lunch on Albany school grounds during Field Day on April 1. Leon C. Robinson has recovered from a recent operation in Birmingham. Mr and Mrs L B Robinson are visiting in Murfreesboro Tennessee.
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Bibb Graves
Montgomery
Harding
Emmet Kilpatrick
Alabama
Moscow
Parent-Teacher Association
Albany
Sarver Named Acting Postmaster in Athens
Athens Alabama March 30 C W Sarver mayor of Athens has been appointed acting postmaster succeeding C M Hillis who will transfer to railway mail service Alder man R H Richardson Jr becomes mayor pro tem Garver a lifelong Democrat has led the city for 12 years and was formerly in mercantile business He is active in political civic and religious life.
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Athens
Ala
C. W. Sarver
C. M. Hillis
R. H. Richardson, Jr
Garver
Courthouse And Premises Cleaned
The courthouse and premises have undergone a thorough cleaning and beautification this week through the efforts of workers funded by county A F P C. Public projects delayed for economy are now being completed to provide employment.
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Athens
Ala
Woman's Missionary Society meets at parsonage fun
The Woman's Missionary Society gathered at the parsonage Tuesday afternoon with good attendance. Members completed the final book chapters on mission work and shared a social hour with refreshments. The parsonage interior was redecorated and the group enjoyed seeing the pastor and family. Quilting days and social events were noted along with local farming activity and a few visits from Mrs. Fletcher Rogers of Athens.
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Woman's Missionary Society
W. E. Stewart
L. C. Cox
N. C. Braly
Woman's soft answer fails to calm angry man
Dialogue captures a flapper and a man in a wary exchange. The woman remarks a soft answer may turn away wrath while a plainspoken boyfriend voices frustration about a bad agent. The scene reflects early 20th century slang and social humor.
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John
Bof
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Decatur Daily
Semnesser Valley Printing
O., Inc
Sepen
W. R. Hearst
King Features Syndicate, Inc
Miami
Albania
Europe
Atlantic States
NEA Service
Savannah
Cape Hatteras
Hatteras
Delaware Capes
Philippines
Junius
Priend
Junior
Flapper
Leon C. Robinson
Birmingham
Mrs. L.8. Robinson
Murfreesboro, Tenn
Sarver
Tanner
W. D. Lyle
Just
Hastings
Mosby
Neil
O. & M. Truckers
Adams Early
Golden Bantam
Evergreen
Turner
Coal& Grain Co
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