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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1946
Page
4
The Decatur Daily reports Jefferson county voters added to the supplemental list as thousands prepare to vote. The farm extension service warns against assuming farm product and real estate prices will stay high, citing a 115% rise and urging caution before debt.
The piece notes the difficulty for daily papers to provide space for candidate discussions after the war. It mentions a New York World Telegram photographer capturing a trapped woman under a subway train and the challenge of distributing such images across newspapers. A returning soldier criticizes German and Russian outcomes and emphasizes voter turnout in Alabama as essential to democracy.
The speaker argues that a state store system for liquor would yield better results for Alabama than continuing the private license model. The call is for sensible liquor regulation with controls designed to discourage public excess.
The article states that the old term the cow a sow and the hen has become a symbol in progressive Alabama sections. It argues Alabama will become one of the truly great farm states due to natural assets and human resourcefulness as years pass.
The Army discloses a faster bomber than the B 29, signaling potential features after a prolonged war. Alabama’s tax mix shifts raise annual revenue near 31 million dollars prompting talk of a 30 percent cut in ad valorem tax. An incident near Munich involved American troops restoring order after Jewish civilians clashed with German residents.
The Daily urges returning officers in Morgan county to tele phone the result of their boxes as soon as the count is done. Officers should telephone collect to 1000 or. 46, speeding tabulations and public news. The Daily invites attendance at the election party for prompt results and inquiries.
The Alabama Journal reports Ingalls will build ships for the French government in Decatur yards. The piece reflects on the surprising growth of a shipbuilding plant far from salt water and praises the Valley’s development and potential.
The Daily predicts the May 7 Democratic primary will set a record turnout due to heavy registration driven by returning service members and new voters qualifying this year. Local races and amendments are expected to boost participation, with prospects of inclement weather influencing turnout.
Norman Baker of Laredo charges Alamo Broadcasting San Antonio misused stock and a false proxy to gain better frequency during wartime radio operations. He alleges Mexican ownership and improper FCC permit timing and argues the case exposes presidential connections to the network's finances and alimony funding.
Washington debates the change from UNO or UN to UN and UNOC SC, noting how initials reflect unity or negation. The column argues the shift lacks clarity and questions motives behind the new labeling while local notices report community events and arrivals.
A medical column explains bromidrosis social and economic impact and reviews treatments. Gland removal in armpits may aid severe cases after iodine starch testing. care to avoid scarring, skin grafts may follow, and mild X-ray therapy is advised by experts.
The speaker questions who sought the UNs rebranding to UNO and why accept a generic title. He notes plans to build on Lake Success and asks how the UN will fare with more of its identity and functions moved into the new site.
A rare weather caused postponement in the Twin Cities as the City Stars vs Country Crescents contest was called off after 16 days of cold. Walter F. Miller of Tuscumbia spends the day in Decatur while a Home Oil Mill flywheel accident causes $10 000 to $15 000 in damage with no injuries.
Walter Winchell surveys Broadway chatter from 1946 including Lana Turner taxes, Toscanini short at Little Carnegie, Ingrid Bergman film rights, Jerome Kern score, Milton Berle at WOR, and industry shifts. It notes O'Dwyer resignation talk, Abbott and Costello politics, and other show business anecdotes.
The Army exhibits a short film showing Hiroshima ruins including body imprints on pavement and cites it will not be released. Other showbiz items note Mike Jacobs may retire after the Louis Conn fight. Gloria Carrera a 6 3 glamazon. Lucille Simmons may wed a coffee millionaire. Sandra Rambeau ends engagement to a British mint. an all Chinese gas show at China Doll. and Helen Gahagan’s sister Lillian marrying Paul Webster.
Reports from Philadelphia and Chicago cover reviews and box figures for Laura and State of the Union, with praise for Cliff Edwards radio work and sparse audiences. Other items note Broadway and TV disruptions, Don Budge’s glasses, J Louis financial rumors, and a pending Mr. Ace release amid gossip and misprints.
A mosaic of sensational items spans crime figure Lepke and Gurrah in prison, FBI moves to clear the falsely accused, new atomic lab plans on Long Island near Manhattan, Saks 5th Avenue models on view, cancellations over The Outlaw ads, Jane Russell photo controversy, a Swing Street press agent suicide attempt, and Bob Feller's no hitter against the Yankees.
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