Quote Fragments and Army Call Ups Dominate Local Notes
The piece cites Proverbs 3 35 and adds similes about Chamberlain as Britain mobilizes two and a half million more men. J Ed Livingston is set for Alabama Supreme Court vacancy with swift swearing in Monday. The Daily reports a local daylight saving complaint from a plant employee about rising start times.
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Great Britain
Britain
Chamberlain Gvernment
J. Ed Livingston
Alabama Supreme Court
Man on the Street Critiques Allied Passivity in World View
A street comment argues Allies fail due to Chamberlain's passive policy and American reluctance to fight abroad. The speaker predicts Hitler will not force Canada to act and asserts diplomats cannot better explain the global position.
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Hitler
Canada
Decatur Milk Trade Grows as Market Opens
The first ten days of May show a rising whole milk volume in the Decatur area with 8000 pounds delivered on opening day and 6363 pounds the next. Officials say the market could reach 50 000 to 75 000 pounds daily with farmer education and cooperation from farm agents.
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Decatur
Sness
Decatur to Build New Fertilizer Plant After Cheese Factory
The State Chamber of Commerce notes Decatur plans immediate construction of a fertilizer plant following the new cheese plant now in operation. Voter history shows Mor gan City name change attempt once failed by a tied election in New Decatur, with one box for and one against.
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State Chamber of Commerce
Decatur
Selma
New Decatur
Morgan City
Betting Scheme Bypasses Derby Favorite Bimelech
Reported across papers the plan to beat betting machines at the Kentucky Derby involved betting on nonfavorite horses while the favorite faced unusually short odds. One method wagered on all horses and another on all but Bimelech, aiming for long odds on the rest if the favorite faltered. The scheme is said to have profited those behind it, though a Bimelech win would have caused upheaval.
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Bimelech
The New Order in American Farming
The farmer must treat farming as a profession and business using science, costs of production, and year round farm systems. Southern farmers aim to compete with other regions as agriculture becomes more science based and youth study in agriculture grows. The best opportunities lie in college majors in agriculture and staying on the farm rather than seeking other work.
New Deal Bible on Prices Expands Government Power
The May Washington dispatch reports a 76 page Supreme Court decision expanding federal reach into business price fixing and industry control. It warns that the ruling creates a broad anti trust tool affecting tobacco steel coal and other sectors and labels government authority as increasing under the new interpretation.
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Supreme Court
Thurman Arnold
Arnold Trust
Movies
Labor
Medical Association
Justice Department
Pennsylvania
Congress
New Deal
Ronggevelt
Executive
Landon Interprets Roosevelt Trip Plan for 1936 Run
Ex governor Alf M Landon says Roosevelt may visit the West during the Republican national convention to test public enthusiasm for a possible third term. He believes the trip could influence Roosevelt's decision on running.
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Alf M. Landon
Kansas
Roosevelt
West
Willkie Campaign Gains Quiet Momentum in GOP
A Washington utility manager's clipped newspaper habit shows rising Willkie interest. Russell Davenport Fortune managing editor volunteered to coordinate Willkie efforts after interviewing the candidate, leaving a secure Fortune position to support the unestablished campaign.
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Russell Davenport
Fortune
Willkie
Davenport
Morgan County Democratic Committee Counts Second Choice Votes
This afternoon the Morgan County Democratic Committee tallied second choice ballots as part of the local party’s election process. The count focused on preference rankings to determine nominee support amongсып candidates.
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Democratic Committee
Morgan County
Walter Winchell On Broadway Charming Hollywood Stars
Walter Winchell On Broadway profiles a string of famous figures with humorous quips about nerves luggage and fashion. The piece jokes about Mary Garden Wayne Morris D Sarnoff George White Vincent Astor Deanna Durbin Theodore Guild Claudette Colbert Edward G Robinson and Orson Welles with playful criticisms and pointed lines.
Tommy Manville hires new secretary amid headline snub
Tommy Manville complains journalists ignore him while hiring Marion Murray as his latest Girl Friday. He laments lack of headlines. Wendy Iglehart from Harper's Bazaar jokes about boyfriends' pants, noting style over specifics in dating.
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Tommy Manville
Marion Murray
Wendy Iglehart
Harper's Bazaar
Local Notables and Events Highlight Quiet Week
Probate race winner to be decided. Mrs. G. E. Price ill with flu at Ninth Avenue West. Mrs. R. M. Buchanan spending Thursday in Birmingham. Ponsonby Kyle and FE T. Rushing couples to Nashville for weekend. Mrs. Otto Owen ill at Grant Street. Miss Mattie Couch improving at Lily Couch’s home. Mothers Day service at Decatur Baptist on Sunday. Julia Bingham to perform in junior expression recital Friday at the high school. ST aera Central High loses to Jaycees 12 to 10 at Malone Park. Baby Doll Corbitt hits first home run of the year. Miss Mabel Wheeler named valedictorian at Rivers Academy. Mason Brown ice plant on First Avenue started today.
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Julia Bingham
ST Aera
Central High
Jaycees
Malone Park
Baby Doll Corbitt
Deuces Backed Up Do Not Make Good Table Stakes
A clipped historical note mentions Russel Crouse once a columnist and co author of Life With Father as an example in a discussion about gambling. The piece suggests that a pair of deuces backed up is not a strong risk in a table stakes stud game.
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Russel Crouse
Weo
Donahue Sings Minnie the Moocher in Own Voice
Jessie Woolworth Donahue reveals a personal collection of songs and shares a rendition of Minnie the Moocher in a voice reminiscent of Cab Calloway, highlighting her musical interests and style.
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The
Social Register
Jessie Woolworth Donahue
Minnie the Moocher
Cab Calloway
Peggy Joyce Faces Decision Over Night Spot Plans
The speaker urges Peggy Joyce to either open the so called smart night spot or stop discussing it, warning that a five year threat is too stressful for the nervous system and for herself.
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Peggy
Joyce
Prominent Twins Grow Up in Town Society Highlight
Lady Thelma Furness and Gloria Vanderbilt Sr. are described as attractive social twins in town, now grown and no longer considered merely charming youngsters. The piece notes their long presence in local society and marks their transition to more mature status.
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Thelma Furness
Gloria Vanderbilt, Sr
Maxine Sullivan Sings and Strays from Confucius Say
Maxine Sullivan performs with gusto but avoids bangs for the number Confucius Say. The review notes her spirited delivery and stage styling, highlighting the musical moment and performance choices.
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Maxine Sullivan
Confucius
Hope Hampton’s Pom Advised Against Chocolate
A reader warns that chocolate harms dogs noting Hope Hampton’s dog fed chocolate in a restaurant caused rickets risk. The letter uses a personal anecdote to stress pet safety around sweets.
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Hope Hampton
Hope
Lily Pons Crafts Hair Shampoo From Eggs and Rum
A playful note claims Lily Pons makes her own hair shampoo using six eggs and a tablespoon of rum, described in a lighthearted, almost whimsical tone. The item reads as a quirky anecdote about the singer’s unconventional beauty hack.
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Lily Pons
Entertaining Snippets Highlight 1930s Film Voices
A collage of pop culture quips and celebrity glimpses from the era. Hope Williams, Gene Autry, Alice Marble, Bonnie Baker, and Sam Goldwyn are featured in light gossip about style, interviews, and public image.
Entertaining mix of names and notes from media figures
The piece jokes about stage stars broadcasters and press figures. It mentions Boris Karloff née Pratt Theresa Helburn commented on There Shall Be No Night producer role Paul Douglas as a radio announcer and a misnaming in Derby newsreel calling Herbert Bayard Swope Gerard Swope.
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Theresa Helburn
World-Telly
Robert E. Sherwood
Paul Douglas
Gerard, Swope
Herbert Bayard Swope
Joe Louis Embraces Trainer Jack Black Burn Attire
The famous boxer Joe Louis thanks trainer Jack Black Burn for support while noting their matching green herringbone suits resemble a comedy act. Their pairing draws attention to their coordinated outfits and public appearance.
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Joe Louis
Jack Blackburn
Elsa Maxwell Hat Satire Sparks Social Stir
The column mocks Elsa Maxwell for wearing flowerpot hats, likening her to Lew Lehr mimicking Julian Eltinge at a Diamond show. The jab captures the era’s celebrity satire and fashion critique.
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Elsa Maxwell
Look Mag
Elsa
Lew Lehr
Julian Eltinge
No. 1 front page bore tags Arline Judge in gossip
Arline Judge attracts attention for being the tabloid subject alongside Tommy Manville and Elaine Barrie in sensational front page gossip columns.
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Arline
Tommy Manville
Elaine Barrie
Saroyan and the Pulitzer Prize Controversy
William Saroyan had threatened not to accept the Pulitzer Prize prior to its announcement. The column argues the prize committee anticipated his stance and deliberately honored him, then upstaged the Critics by agreeing with their choice, provoking controversy.
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William Saroyan
Critics’ Circle
Good Spring Tonic Available at Zoo
Dr Clendening prescribes a playful spring tonic using larger mammals at the Zoological Gardens as a cure to spring restlessness. Pontifex and others visit Regent's Park to observe elephants and other creatures, finding new vitality among the open-air exhibits. The piece notes European zoos closed due to fear of air raids and laments cruel irony toward the black panther.
The Lord Leads Into Joy And Contentment
A sermon on Psalm 23 3-4 describes God as a shepherd guiding believers to contentment and joy. The speaker cites Paul’s contentment and Jesus teaching that joy remains in followers despite worldly opposition, urging trust in the Lord’s path.
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Apostle Paul
Critics Organize Over Pulitzer Committee Critique
The remark recalls editorial turmoil when critics formed a movement to challenge the Pulitzer Committee’s taste. It centers on the claim that the committee fails to recognize quality plays, illustrating tensions between reviewers and the award body.
Causes and prevention of arterial hardening discussed
In a Q and A style response the author argues the fundamental cause is hereditary and cautions against worry. Symptoms are described as absent and the emphasis is on calm living and dietary considerations without subscribing to salt or meat as primary causes.
Dr Clendening Offers Seven Health Pamphlets
Editor notes seven pamphlets by Dr Logan Clendening available for ten cents each. To obtain any pamphlet send ten cents and a self addressed stamped envelope to Dr Logan Clendening care of this paper. Titles include Three Weeks Reducing Diet Indigestion and Constipation Reducing and Gaining Infant Feeding Instructions for the Treatment of Diabetes Feminine Hygiene and The Care of the Hair and Skin.
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Clendening
Logan Clendening
Help Wanted Ad Runs in Local Area
Your Want Ad will reach over 7000 area homes with this placement. Tele phone 46 for details and submission.
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Telephone
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