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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1939

Page

3

Rothschild Baron Louis Freed in Paris After Vienna Imprisonment

Baron Louis Rothschild, long imprisoned by Nazi secret police in Vienna, arrived in Paris from Zurich with his entourage. He will rest under doctors orders and pursue legal action to reclaim part of his fortune, with relatives in London and Paris aiding negotiations.

Paris Baron Louis Rothschild Vienna Zurich Switzerland Baron Eugene de Rothschild Paris East Baron Eugene Auteuil Eugene de Rothschild Katherine Wolff Philadelphia Louis Rothschild Germany Austria Baron Louis Rotschild France London Hotel Metropole Kurt Schuschnigg Siiile Saner Duke of Windsor

Golf Roundup Promotes Proper Play and New Players

The weather improves for golf as new players join. A.C. Bailey and partners posted a 32 and 31 for nine holes, with Ben Britnell aiding. Readers are urged to replace divots, avoid rough-based lies, and follow rules to keep golf challenging and enjoyable.

Billy Wyker A. C. Bailey Dave Martin Ben Britnell A. C New York Billy Day Jerome Ferguson E. P. King Sidney Patterson Sam Wheat John Caddell Ben Johnston

The Longest Day After a Party in Eleanor Parrish’s Life

Eleanor waits for news from her husband Phil Parrish a newspaperman who vanished after a party. She frets over a missing envelope and a possible call while their child Jessica rests. That evening they walk to the park where Phil hints at saying something grave as suspense builds toward a continuation.

Eleanor Parrish Eleanor Phil Jessica Jesseca Mr. Parrish Parrish South America Steve Horace Greeley Syndicate Astor Mona Mona Ahlberg

Infant Dies In Iron Lung After Birth

An 18 ounce newborn named Phyllis Theresa Melchionne died in an iron lung today in Los Angeles, twenty four hours after birth. The attending physician reported the infant failed to survive the first day.

Los Angeles Phyllis Theresa Melchionne

Debate over mysterious “monkeys” found in banana stalk

In Grove Hill Alabama locals debate the origin of 12 baby animals found in a banana stalk at W. D. Dunn Grocery. Experts in New York Albuquerque and Alabama weigh in while only four survive. Local clerk Cheater Jordan notes they resemble monkeys and draw visitors as veterinarians offer mixed opinions.

Grove Hill Ala W. D. Dunn South Alabama Dunn Albuquerque New York Cheater Jordan Jordan George) Collins Clarke County Central America Mobile Harry C. Heath Huntingdon College Montgomery J. M. Robinson Alabama Polytechnic Institute Zoology Department Auburn

Economy push to cut agriculture bill and set blanket cuts

May 13 Washington advocates vow to renew bid to slash the agriculture department appropriation totaling 1,218,666,572 approved by the Senate yesterday. Senator Adams proposes blanket next fiscal year reductions to save at least 250,000,000.

Washington House Agriculture Department Senate Adams Cole Congress

Exercise to Beauty by Helen Follett Little

An article arguing for outdoor activity to enhance beauty and health. It promotes daily brisk walks, outdoor exercise, and avoiding indoor laziness, noting improved circulation, appetite, and sleep. It mentions cosmetic fixes for damaged brows and recalls old notions of permanent blush.

Helen Follett

Rabies Inoculations Planned Across Morgan County

Dr. R E B South announces May 15 to August 31 1838 as the inoculation period for Morgan county dogs. Jimmie Collier I V Jolly and Claude Tucker lead eastern western and southern sections with full police authority to enforce. Public cooperation urged and visits will be made or dogs can be brought to inspectors or veterinarians.

Morgan County R. E B. South Dr. South Jimmie Collier I. V. Jolly Claude Tucker Health Department

Congress Acts In Brief On Farm Bill And Reorganization Plan

The Senate approved a $1.218 billion farm bill by 61 to 14 and backed President Roosevelt's second government reorganization plan. The Interstate Commerce Committee approved a revised railroad bankruptcy procedure.

House Senate President Roosevelt Senate Interstate Commerce Committee

Remodeling facial features to suit taste advice

Advice notes cosmetic procedures like nose reshaping, chin removal, and wrinkle reduction exist but are costly. Seek a surgeon with good standing, and ask your family doctor to refer you to a reputable specialist.

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Nazie Edel Ig Findlg Rothschild Bill Curtis Gene Akern Subilee Sician Jurko Schneider Phyllis Nancy Lembionne Scott R.j.scott AWE NANY JO Ann Sayers W. T. Grant CO The Associated Press Decatur Cab Service
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