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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1950
Page
4
Observers noted willow flies on sidewalks last week and by weekend fishing poles appeared on many cars. A steel safe weighing 1200 pounds was stolen from Central High School in Florence, suggesting burglars take big risks for small rewards.
The article reports President Truman told mayors that rent controls might be extended beyond their current term but he would not declare it the final extension. Mayors from Seattle Canton Los Angeles Muncie Aberdeen Baltimore St. Louis Lexington St. Paul and others urged continuance, warning against abrupt removal and calling for phased decontrol.
A witty line from Charles Harbin Jr in the Alabama Journal suggests the modern saver is a wizard. The remark hints at clever money handling and the possibility of a tax loophole being involved in the context.
Ex-President Hoover suggests a new United Nations organization but critics doubt it will solve global issues. The dialogue reflects frustration with current UN efforts and the search for a more practical international framework.
None of the gubernatorial contenders exceeded the $10,000 expense cap in filings to the Secretary of State. A surge of spending by committees drew attention, though committee expenditures are not required to be reported.
The text suggests Russia may push for a Berlin showdown to test Western resolve against communists and asserts readiness to stand firm in defense.
A historical note recalls 8100 votes in the governor race four years ago and argues Morgan County will reach 10000 ballots now as more residents appear on the poll list and interest grows. The piece urges citizens to participate rather than abstain.
Government warns Southeastern cotton farmers to mount a real fight against the boll weevil. Unfavorable weather hampers control as March surveys show record weevil numbers ready to invade cotton in the Carolinas Virginia Alabama and the Tennessee Valley where 38 percent of the crop is grown.
The notice warns those not counted in the census to report now to ensure Decatur reaches the 20 000 population target. It stresses civic pride and says the Daily will relay information to census officials.
The speaker urges future Alabama administrations to increase tuberculosis funding, build modern hospitals, and ensure operating costs are covered. The goal is to reduce TB over 20 years much like malaria, funded by tax money while turning affected individuals into useful citizens.
Sixty Methodist ministers left the capitol after hearing Vice President Barkley recount a Paducah sermon anecdote. A bee wandered into a preacher’s pants during a spring outdoor speech and the minister said, I have love and kindness in my heart yet I’ve got hell fire in my britches.
An intent wavy haired figure, Charles Patrick Clark, Franco Spain lobbyist, sat in the senators gallery while debate on economic aid to Franco Spain unfolded. He and Senator Pat McCarran argued for a loan to Spain, but Marshall Plan aid to Franco was defeated. Intelligence files underpin the arguments.
A study in Louisville Kentucky finds many adults aged 60 to 64 still do not read anything. Readers and radio users lean toward news and commentary while women emphasize living wisely and value learning.
The article notes Director Francisco Franco clinging to power aided by a potential U S loan while Spanish generals threaten to abandon him if a loan fails. It recalls American naval presence and a possible return of the king as the regime's support wanes.
Alabama reports end to wacky weather with a mild winter and late cold snap. Farmers replanted crops three times, cotton and corn planted late, covers damaged, stores selling heavy garments at markdowns as spring and summer goods move. Some hope boll weevil kill may have occurred. Gulf Coast nurseries and peach and strawberry belts hardest hit.
Jose Aguirre leads a stirring Basque Catholic resistance campaign in the United States and Western Europe. He says he has backing from two Catholic prime ministers and reports tense Franco Vatican relations amid a broader crackdown.
Two years ago today officers reported moonshiners set fire to a car on returning from a two day raid. The G M Goodman home at Sherman Street suffered roof fire damage late Thursday while Miss Ruth Nelson led an embroidery society meeting with elected officers. Mrs Pride hosted the Silk Stocking Club with high score by Mrs Frank Lide.
Mrs Vera Austelle visits daughter Miss Marjory at Woman's College. Vera spends several days in Huntsville and Scottsboro. Ben Rowe recovers at home after a severe illness. Mr and Mrs W R Smith return from a motor trip to Memphis Little Rock and Hot Springs. Wanted a horse to see deeds old.
Hot nails are described as small metal pieces that can be driven into brick mortar and most concrete similarly to ordinary nails in wood, a technique noted by trades.
A late 1940s column discusses elevator strikes as crippling to New York, blaming authorities for unrest while noting postwar aviation subsidies abroad, jet prospects, and private-sector challenges in aviation, with light satirical notes on popular culture.
W. H. Weaver 56 of Tennessee Coal and Railroad Co died yesterday from a heart attack at his home in Birmingham. Weaver was superintendent of industrial relations at the Fairfield steel works and had more than 30 years with the company. He was a native of Alabama.
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