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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1939

Page

5

President's farm aid plan clashes with Senate opposition

In Washington on May 10, President Roosevelt faced stern Senate resistance as debates over the agriculture department bill center on farm expenditures. Senators Bankhead Lucas and others argued against singling out farms for cuts or new taxes while considering processing taxes and a cotton export bounty. The farm bill totals about 1.219 billion, exceeding budget estimates and House votes, with talks focused on subsidy limits and loan stock reductions.

Washington Roosevelt Russell Jeader Agriculture Department Senate Congress Bankhead Ala Lucas Til House

Daily Crossword Puzzle Across and Down Clues

A cryptic style listing of across and down clues with numbers and partial answers. Clues cover a range from company and feminine to Greek letters and celestial references, ending with a note about the solution to the previous puzzle.

Bankhead Modification Sparks Southern Opposition

Several Southerners opposed any government subsidy amid a Bankhead modification debate. Strong regional dissent emerged as lawmakers weighed how federal aid should be allocated and justified, with critics warning of fiscal risk and political favoritism.

Congress Moves On Farm Bill And Various Hearings

Senate set noon vote on a 1.218 billion farm bill while committees in both houses plan hearings on monetary powers Wagner act amendments TVA changes neutrality laws Tennessee relief projects and other probes.

Senate Banking Committee Judiciary Labor Committee Monopoly HOUSE Hoffman Foreign Affairs Committee WPA Tennessee

Senate debates cotton subsidy as farm bill stalls

Yesterday the Senate delay stalled passage of the farm bill amid a debate on cotton export subsidies. The Senate Interstate Commerce Committee approved a measure extending the Interstate Commerce Commission’s jurisdiction to water carriers while the House heard miscellaneous speeches.

Senate Interstate Commerce Committee Interstate Commerce Commission House

Want Ads Guidance for Buyers and Sellers

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Office Cat Trade Mark Ros In Tiny Laugh Lines

A collage of quips and vignettes on life events and social scenes. The pieces touch on babies precious burdens, marriage hints, flirtatious youths, and small town politics with a mix of humor and observation.

Superintendent of a Sunday School Forgotten

A preacher recalls a man who served as superintendent of a Sunday School, then after a year or two was relegated to the has beens and forgotten. The remark reflects on the rise and decline of a church leader.

If We Knew Each Other Better We Would Praise

A reflective piece urging better understanding and kindness among people. It contrasts blame with praise, notes hidden burdens, and stresses that small acts of caring can improve life. Ends with a humor note about dinner time jokes.

Hull and Garner Stir Speculation on 1940 Prospects

Analysts weigh Secretary of State Hull as a potential compromise candidate for 1940. Hull’s role in international crisis and praise for reciprocal trade policies position him as a favored choice among some Democrats, though concern over Roosevelt’s stance on campaigning for an older candidate persists.

Eident Garner Farley Hulls Hull Roosevelt Mull Roosevel

King in Kilts Stresses Quality Over Age in Appointments

The article notes the president prioritizes the character and merit of individuals before considering age, citing many variations on the age theme. It highlights evaluations of potential appointees based on leadership and integrity rather than years.

Sheriff Holds On to Handcuffs as Evidence

The sheriff retained a brand new pair of handcuffs costing 10.25 dollars believed tied to the case. Authorities indicated charges would be brought against the defendant.

Athens Ala Lime- Boe Martin F. Whitt

Cleaning Casualties Rise In Dubuque Spring

In May 10, Dubuque reports show two hospitals treated 22 injuries from house cleaning accidents. Broken legs arms and hips occurred as residents endured spring chores.

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