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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1937

Page

4

Labor Trouble Looms in Hollywood as Talks Continue

The Associated Press notes it is too early to predict the outcome of the current labor trouble in Hollywood. Some speculate a strike by performers may occur, recalling past Broadway disruptions. Senator Burke signals possible concessions, suggesting compromise as the route to resolve the stalemate without harming the President’s position.

Hollywood Superett Legion Va American Academy of Pediatrics

Alabama Senators Urged To Defeat Lynching Bill

The Daily notes Congressman Sam Hobbs praise for remarks opposing a federal lynching bill and urges Senators Black and Bankhead to use every weapon to defeat the measure, citing Oscar Underwood’s historic parliamentary maneuver.

The Daily Sam Hobbs Hobbs Senate Alabama Oscar Underwood Black Bankhead

Boys States Promote Americanism for Youth Training

A 1925 feature notes the Boys State movement started in Illinois aims to spread nationwide. Legion Americanism groups sponsor camps where boys form mock city county and state governments, discuss vital questions, and learn parliamentary procedure while studying American democracy.

American Legion Illinois The Legion Communist Party America

Roosevelt veto record contrasted with court power

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch does not attack President Roosevelt for frequent veto use while noting he vetoed more measures than all but one prior president. It argues the constitution assigns veto power to the president and comments on potential friction between legislative and executive branches.

V. Louis Post-Dispatch Roosevelt Supreme Court St. Louis Cleveland Wee F. D. . Roosevelt Theo Mae Coolidge - Wilson Jackson Senee Buchanan Lincoln Pesterertee Polkose Speosnenresnettommnesesese

The Coronation Squabble at a Broadway Table

Four American patrons debate the British coronation, arguing the event spotlights a stand in and a resigned king. They trade jokes about the English, American dames, and loyalty, while wishing to witness the ceremony and pondering royal succession.

Farmer Falls Unconscious From Tractor In Lamar

A farmer in Lamar fainted and collapsed from his tractor on May 4, prompting onlookers to seek help as emergency crews were summoned to the rural scene. Details remain limited from the fragmentary report.

Lamar

Scarlet Fever Serum Advances Improve Prevention and Cure

A medical officer discusses renewed confidence in scarlet fever vaccines and antitoxin treatments. Five dose vaccines with gradually increasing strength show about 90 percent effectiveness, while early serum use reduces complications and aids rapid immunization, with endorsements from pediatric experts.

Logan Clendening

Died Climbing and Growth Echoes in Quotes and Jests

A collage of inspirational lines on climbing life grows and expands the self. It blends a Swiss gravestone epitaph Died Climbing with Dr. Mayo on brain capacity and Florence Earle Coates poetry. The piece intersperses humorous and moral vignettes about growth, luck, leadership, and daily life.

Switzerland Charles Mayo Florence Earle Coates

Garfield Funeral Expense Bill Recalled in Government Debate

A historical note recalls the $1,890.50 bill for President James A. Garfield’s funeral expenses and the ongoing discussion over government responsibility and accountability. The fragmented clipping hints at political and moral arguments surrounding the event and its aftermath.

James A. Garfield Charles Guiteau United of Government

Farmer Stops Runaway Tractor in Narrow Escape

A farmer named Lynn Fast, 55, jumped to his feet and overtook a runaway tractor after it began moving on its own, saving the day as it continued on its path. The incident notes the farmer’s quick action and unique scene.

Lynn Fast

Stamps Honor Chilean Leader Perez in Special Issues

S. S. Klein profiles Don Jose Joaquin Perez born 1800 who became Chile's president in 1861 and steered the nation through Araucanian secession, a war with Spain aiding Peru, and Indian-raid campaigns. Chile issued commemorative stamps in 1911 and 1934, the latter shown.

Jose Joaquin Perez Chile Paris Buenos Aires Perez United States Spain Peru South America NEA Service, Inc

Lightning Sets Culver Alarm Triggering School Evacuation

In Evansville Indiana on May 4 a bolt of lightning sparked the Culver school alarm causing teachers to lead pupils through driving rain. No fire was found and students were sent home to dry off amid lingering shock and grit. The piece ends with a quip about misery from poverty or thinking. A sharp exchange about marriage closes the excerpt.

Tom London Harry Yankee Stadium Lou Gehrig Jake Ruppert Mike Dorry Evansville Ind Culver School

Walter Winchell on Broadway And Hollywood Gossip

Walter Winchell uncovers Broadway chatter with Loretta Young George Jean Nathan and Benign film reels. Cineast John Mosher notes Winchell’s genial screen persona while industry voices mock press agents and prize stars who exploit others.

Loretta Young George Jean Nathan Hollywood John Mosher The New Yorker W. W Wm. Wellman Gus Edwards Lillian Lee Cuddles” Apfel Lila Lee Eddie Cantor Eddie Buzzell Gus. Edwards Condos Brothers Jack Haley Abe Lymans New York

New York Nightlife Gossip and City Sights

A rambling survey of New York scenes captures rails of gossip from clubs and boulevards. Quips target Broadway and World’s Fair visitors while noting celebrities, scandals, and street chatter from Times Square to 49th Street.

Missing 3000-Pound Street Scraper In San Diego

A 3000 pound street scraper has vanished from the former exposition midway in San Diego. Last seen April 10 in the center of the site, it may have been misplaced borrowed or stolen per the street superintendent's report to police.

San Diego Calif Exposition Midway

Boonville Bank Uses Mirror To Replace Love Bird

In Boonville on May 4 the Boonville ponding and Loan Association faced a quirky incident as a pet love bird died and the remaining bird mourned. A substitute was found that looked odd to humans but appeared alive to the original bird, achieved with a mirror.

Boonville Boonville Ponding and Loan Association

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