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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1944
Page
4
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The piece notes Alabama’s division over the Tennessee-Tombigbee and Coosa-Alabama projects, the Cassino defeat, and calls for Americans to redouble war efforts. It praises Senators Bankhead and Hill for opposing McKellar’s TVA aims, and urges continued support for air power and hard stance against Nazi Germany.
Wisconsin Progressive Senator LaFollette denounces McKellar backed amendments aimed at TVA. He notes TVA operates efficiently and warns the proposals would cripple the enterprise. He cites more than 750 million dollars invested and argues for sound business principles in government.
Auburn defeated Alabama in a weekend basketball game between their fraternities. Officials praised the clean, gentlemanly conduct and a postgame dance hosted by Auburn in a display of cordial sportsmanship. The piece defends renewed athletic relations and commends both student bodies for their conduct.
Washington reports debate over Franklin D. Roosevelt seeking a fourth term amid health rumors. The piece argues such chatter serves political aims, suggesting future moves include bringing in stronger aides and reshaping the vice presidency, while noting opposition to the labor draft and scrutiny of military promotions including Somervell and Patton.
Pvt Leo Skinner returned to Ft Bragg after a brief furlough with relatives. Rev Donard McCain spoke at the Baptist church Saturday and Sunday. Miss Corene Miller of Upshaw visited the White and Hulsey families. Mrs Clint Smith and daughter dined with Oma Brown. Pvt and Mrs Winfred Hale visited her parents. Ervin Brown’s health remains poor. Margie Kelsoe returned to Mobile for work. Rev W T Casey dined with the Huffmans. W W Miller and Raymon White from Upshaw visited. The Jones tenant house burned Saturday. no one was home. Sunday School attendance was full. Nelson Skinner of Mobile visited last week. Sunday night singing invited. Soft coal needs for 344 estimated at 620,000,000 tons. Metal telephone poles are used in South Africa due to shortages of wood.
A columnist argues that vitamin signs are misinterpreted by experts and laypeople alike. He criticizes reliance on lab rat analogies, cautions against associating general fatigue with deficiency, and urges using definite blood tests rather than quick cures. The piece contrasts logical fallacies amphibology and false analogy in vitamin debates.
A dated diet plan lists meals for breakfast lunch and dinner during Lent. It specifies no sugar or butter, uses skimmed milk, and allows plain beverages and simple breads with minimal fat. The menu includes veal, vegetables, custard, fruit, and clear bouillon as optional items.
An Alabama lad overseas writes about wartime life including travel hardship, pay, and scarcity. He contrasts conditions at home with his own, notes risks and delays, and reflects on the war's toll while hinting at stories of the young outsmarting the old in a closing vignette.
A humorously presented column cites statistics on gender differences from height and weight to life expectancy and pain tolerance. It compares colors of color blindness, mental health, and heart versus head thinking, then pivots to a string of risqué jokes about women at a party and a bar.
A backstage snapshot of Broadway society with Ruth Chatterton Ed Noble and Deac Alyesworth among the stork cubs and show folk at ringside gatherings. The piece weaves parties at Sardi's Leon and Eddie's Club 18 and hotel lobbies with portraits of Jane Derring Katherine Brush and Senator Moore. It notes wartime chatter, marital agency signs, and the talk of models, chorus girls, and a Marine ace who survived a 22 hour raft drift in the Pacific.
Midtown lawyers recall F D R practicing law in New York City and recount his claim of a great triumph. He supposedly talked with ten married couples facing divorce and found three had divorced while the others remained together.
The Little Palm Club, Ver sailles, Coq Rouge, Village Barn, and Decca records highlight a night of show business tributes. Carl Brisson returns to Ver sailles while Raul and Eva Reyes headline Havana Madrid acts. Ruth Clayton performs Little Coquette at Coq Rouge. Hildegarde debuts I ll Be Seeing You. Eddie Ashman leads Village Barn lineup. Noro Morales brings Latin rhythms to the stage.
A New York novelette presents a woman calling herself a good time gal whose parents died recently. She quit her job, moved to Broadway, and pursued a career among cocktail parties premieres and late venues often with a rotating escort. She lingered at social events and picked up companions.
A jumble of society items reports Babs Beckwith’s secret marriage and planned annulment in Miami. Anton Dolin fumed Life’s ballet omission while Tom Sandon faced endless interview interruptions. Rita Hayworth walks with George O Wells as Hollywood watchers whisper.
Moones Emerald Oil promises to end foot pain soreness and odor with a money back guarantee. It claims powerful penetration to relieve tender inflamed feet and prevent corn and callous trouble, enabling comfortable walking and activity. Goidel's Drug Store sells many bottles yearly to foot sufferers.
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