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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1927
Page
2
Washington May 20 AP report says flood deaths may reach a thousand with officials noting mass homelessness across several states. Observers and National Council member R Palmer from New Orleans arrived to assess the disaster.
Washington May 20 AP cotton spinning activity slackened in April compared with March though higher than a year ago. The census bureau report shows active spindles in place at 26,943,340 with 32,819,283 operated at some time and 32,898,042 in April last year. The total active shuttles were 8,347,811,047 hours averaging 288 hours per spindle.
After surveying the destroyed region, officials warned definite death figures may never be known. They estimate about a thousand people likely perished, with a million left homeless and total damage reaching staggering levels.
Nashville city agent Wm H Morton of the Louisville Seedbruin visits Decatur with boosters. He says Decatur is sitting on top of the world and outstanding growth prospects ahead.
London fashion notes report a split display of summer furs and ceremonial court gowns. Women adopt year round furs with new summer novelties including long blonde fox ties and dyed marten pieces with a golden gloss, offering striking contrasts to winter wear.
Two defendants faced Johnston Street police court for disorderly conduct. One was fined 28.60 dollars, while the other case was dismissed.
LeRoy McEntire is improving after a serious illness. He had a restful night and relatives are encouraged by his condition today.
The revival at the tent drew strong interest with a sermon on finding oneself through the Prodigal Son. Music featured Mr Bondway and a male quartet, with a Friday night highlight and High School night seating for students. Two services are planned Saturday and an old fashioned love feast Sunday.
Clayton Collins, found guilty in the death of Edward Nevers, faces sentencing next Tuesday. A date for his trial on the charge of killing Mrs. Nevers will be set, with potential penalties ranging from one day to 20 years. Collins claimed self defense as the motive, saying the Nevers had attacked him after an argument over $50.
Detectives arrested two women in Cleveland for a winter shoplifting racket. Mrs Edna Sharpe 28 and Mrs Stella Mayer 30 wore only coats and step ins. Authorities found several hundred dollars worth of clothing in their apartment.
Rev Ernest N Hart gave the keynote at Decatur Kiwanis Competitors Night stressing cooperative methods among rival firms to improve business and public outcomes. Dewatur Pilots joined Kiwanians as plans for an International meeting in Memphis and a Farm Relations committee meeting at Mason's Ridge were discussed.
Unionville North Carolina May 20 an ins report profiles Amanda Belk 79 who claims 823 descendants including 11 children 140 grandchildren and 163 great grandchildren many living in Mecklenburg and nearby counties the story ties to the folklore figure in a local context
Anniston resident Mrs C H Padgett writes from 629 S Quintard St praising Sorbol Quadruple a colorless liniment as a non surgical cure for goitre. She recounts severe symptoms before relief and invites readers to inspect the open letter at Dillehay Bros. druggists.
Johnston and Railroad street firemen will sell tickets for the Fire Brigade at the Princess Theatre on May 30 31 with a portion of proceeds aiding new uniforms. The film is praised as a strong program tying with The Big Parade Hut and other classics. Ticket sales start next Monday.
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