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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1927

Page

2

Lindbergh Triumph Through Pictures and Winds

The account describes Lindbergh and others facing severe weather and ice fields during pioneering flights. It notes the dangers of traversing ice fields near Newfoundland and compares the Paris to New York flight by Nungesser and Coli, whose loss moved Americans to express sorrow. It reflects on public sentiment and the challenging conditions of early transatlantic aviation.

Newfoundland Nungesser Colt Paris New York United States Coli

Lindbergh Describes Atlantic Flight Trials and Paris Landing

The aviator recalls fog rain and hail over the Atlantic with the craft staying near water and low altitudes. He notes dawn over Ireland and recognition of Ireland England France and Paris via landmarks and field lighting after crossing from Ireland to France and Cherbourg to Paris.

Ireland France Lindbergh Cherbourg Paris Seine Eiffel Tower le Bourget

Spring Fever Health Booster Ad Claim

An old advertisement urges readers to avoid spring fatigue and debt by using a herbal tonic. It claims the product restores vitality, improves appetite, and strengthens the body through time tested roots and plants processed in a modern laboratory.

Aviator Lindbergh Echoed in Headlines of Fame

Profitable offers for Charles Lindbergh include film and vaudeville contracts totaling about 1 1/2 million dollars plus payments for books magazines ads and stage appearances. Publicity from his San Diego flight has produced thousands of newspaper columns and clips far surpassing Peary and Wilson coverage.

Lindbergh Zerm Mindsbergh San Diego Calif Space Alter Hyams. Company Admiral Peary North Pole Wilson

Mangled Bodies Of 2 Boys Found In Alabama

The mangled bodies of two boys named John and Hubert Summers from Stevenson Alabama were found on the tracks of the Louisville and Nashville line near Stevenson yesterday. The last known location and circumstances were not disclosed in the readable text.

Stevenson Ala John Hubert Summers N. C St. L

Medicinal whiskey production planned under treasury

Washington officials announce start of whiskey manufacture for medicinal use under treasury supervision to aid the fall corn crop. Up to five corporations may be authorized to produce bourbon and rye with an annual output around 3,000,000 gallons and prices kept reasonable.

Washington Treasury Andrews

Specialist warns against killing rabid animals plans

Dr. A. J. Perolio director of the Tennessee Valley Laboratory warns against killing rabid animals. He explains that killing makes examination of the specimen almost impossible. He urges penning up the animal for nine days to determine if it is rabid.

A. J. Perolio Tennessee Valley —_ Laboratory Perolio

Fill Now Nears Bee Line Highway

The fill under construction across the Tennessee River from here for Limestone county’s new highway approach nears the old Bee Line route near the overhead bridge. It starts at the Limestone bank, crosses the overflow region, and reconnects with a section that stays dry.

Tennessee River Limestone County Bee Line

Seven-Year-Old Bitten By Dog in Lawrence County

Seven-year-old Howard Thrasher of Moulton Lawrence county was bitten on the heel by a dog Sunday morning and requires rabies treatment. The dog was fatally wounded and sent for examination by local farmers Robert Thrasher and P F Tucker.

Howard Thrasher Moulton Lawrence County Robert Thrasher P. F P. Tucker

Local Louisville Gatekeeper A R McCutcheon Rumored Depart

Local resident A R McCutcheon long in charge of the gate at Louisville and Nashville shops is rumored to be leaving. Details unclear but the note suggests pending changes at the shop gate amid routine personnel moves.

A. R. McCutcheon Louisville Nashville

Injured Man Improves After Saturday Auto Crash

L B Wyatt, a well known local businessman, is described as somewhat improved after being struck by a Ford touring car on Second avenue near J M Sears. He was treated at home by Dr F P Pettey and remains hospitalized with painful bruises but is not believed to be seriously hurt.

L. B.wyatt Mr. Wyatt Jackson Street J. M. Sears Second Avenue C. J. Randolph Sears F. P. Pettey

County growth and health figures show expansion potential

Report compiled July 1, 1925 outlines county health and business conditions to help authorities and the public gauge needs for schools and facilities. An observer says the data reveal a broad field for agricultural and industrial expansion beyond current growth.

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Bound Over for Trial in Elk River Shooting

William Hooper was bound over by Judge J. E. Clem after a pursuit by officers ending with a swim across Elk River. Hooper sustained 22 wounds in a gunfight with officers. His preliminary hearing, postponed a week due to his condition, resumed with Hooper appearing cheerful yet nervous while witnesses testified and the state's counsel questioned them.

William Hooper J. E. Clem Elk River

Trace Rain Reported by Weather Bureau

A weather bulletin notes only a trace of rainfall in the past 24 hours. The Weather Bureau states precipitation was minimal with no significant storms or accumulations recorded.

Weather Bureau

River Falls to New Low on Tennessee Gauge

The Tennessee river dropped to a record low stage of 3.6 inches as the river continued to fall today marked by a steadily retreating level and lower water readings across gauges.

Tennessee

Tragedy as Two Men Die Sitting on Railroad Tracks

In Birmingham an AP report says R. K. Baxter and A. J. Tucker were killed when struck by a train late last night while sitting on a track several miles from the city. The mangled bodies were identified by cards in their pockets, and the crew suspects they had just left a freight train.

Birmingham R. K. Baxter A. J. Tucker

John S. Mitchell Dies in Vinemont at 72

John S. Mitchell of Vinemont died last night at eight o clock at age 72. He is survived by his widow four sons and one daughter. Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at Mt Zion. Mitchell formerly lived in Decatur. The Red Signal is a new serial illustrated like a moving picture each afternoon.

John S. Mitchell Vinemont Mt. Zion Mitchell Decatur

Robert T. Small Dies in Capital at 49

Robert T. Small, 49, famed for his versatile reporting, died of heart disease early today at his hotel in the capital. As superintendent of the Southern division of the Associated Press and a writer for the Consolidated Press Association, the Washington Post, the Washington Star, and the Philadelphia Public Ledger, he covered topics from baseball to politics and reported on cases such as the Chaplin divorce, the Texas minister murder trial, the Chicago mayoralty campaign, and the Snyder murder trial.

Washington Robert T. Small Associated Press Consolidated Press Association Washington Post Washington Star Philadelphia Public Ledger Mr. Small Battle Field Chicago Snyder

Farm Leaders Start Drive to Boost Morgan County Bureau

Morgan county farm bureau leaders began a drive to increase membership. Three leaders from Limestone county were brought to oversee the campaign under supervision of the state association. Morgan officials are optimistic about growing the bureau.

Morgan County Farm Bureau State Association Limestone County Morgan

Cattle Drown In Louisiana Flood Across Vermillion and Teche

Flood waters sweeping the lowlands between LaFayette and Broux bridge drowned about 1000 head of cattle after five to eight inches of rain. No known fatalities were reported though some residents were marooned. authorities prepared evacuations in Bayou Teche districts as rescues continued.

New Orleans LaFayette Broux Bridge Bayou Teche Bayou’ Teche

The Red Signal romance of a young business woman

Read the amazing story of a romance involving a young businesswoman torn between age wealth or youth and ambition as described in the Daily. The narrative hints at capers and choices shaping her path.

Daily Red Signal

Red Signal announcement date to begin in Daily soon

Notice instructs readers to watch daily for the announcement date of the work titled The Red Signal. It directs timing details to appear in the Daily, signaling upcoming publication events.

Saturday Evening Post Literary Digest Collier’s Weekly Liberty Life

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