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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1941
Page
4
The notice grants exclusive rights to republication of all dispatches credited to W R Shelton or as otherwise credited in this paper. It covers latest news published herein and or related special dispatches as received.
The piece surveys Alabama growth with 25 new Decatur houses and rising 4-H livestock participation from 1990 to 1940. It urges unity in wartime effort, notes shipyard strikes, and calls for straightening U.S. 31 to boost Alabama commerce and state vitality. The column also honors Decatur High School graduates and questions international strategies in Crete and broader conflicts.
Senator Bankhead announced a compromise acceptable to farm leaders and the administration on legislation for parity. The agreement removes the risk of a veto showdown and signals a smoother passage, giving farmers a clearer timeline on the measure.
The passage notes rain's growing importance to many people and their urge to take a fishing trip, highlighting a common seasonal impulse felt by a broad audience. It contrasts rain significance with attention to a historical event, the Battle of Crete, in a reflective tone.
The piece critiques officials in the national defense program for being color blind and unable to recognize a Red when seen, signaling concern about vigilance and loyalty.
Clarksville residents held a mass meeting to oppose bringing the Cumberland River into the Tennessee Valley Authority. Resolutions claim dam construction would destroy farm values remove land from tax rolls and hinder a diversified farming program while acknowledging the demand for cheap power and navigable waterways.
Vice Premier Admiral Jean Darlan declares the French fleet will not surrender to Germany and asserts Hitler has never asked for the fleet. He warns of dangers from Vichy Berlin collaboration while insisting colonies remain safe and ships serve France only.
The Moulton Advertiser notes a March garden fever among locals explained by teachers and editors. They question why interest wanes by June and discuss seasonal changes influencing gardening enthusiasm.
Washington May 24 The prospect of Nazis advancing through Crete and Syria to seize Suez and Gibraltar has executives in White House circles weighing stronger actions to safeguard Atlantic approaches from the Azores to the African coast. A reshuffled defense and a possible new overall head like Jesse Jones are discussed as Congress debates retroactive excess profits tax steps likely by September.
American Legion Auxiliary members prepare for Poppy Day on May 31. Poppies made by disabled veterans at Tuscaloosa U S hospital are distributed on the streets to aid families, with the program this year paying more than 100000 in wages to the makers. The flowers honor comrades who served and shape memories of past and future hope.
Readers learn to profit from using Want Ads with simple, readable listings designed for quick action and broad appeal. The ad section emphasizes ease of use and quick results for buyers and sellers alike.
Dr Clendening shows arthritis includes nerve atrophy tuberculosis of joints acromegaly and bleeding disorders such as hemophilia. Cases mis labeled as arthritis reveal varied causes and nutrition issues. blanket treatments risk lifelong disability. Grape juice and boiled cereal do not cause liver hardening.
Readers may obtain seven pamphlets from Dr Logan Clendening by sending ten cents for a chosen title plus a self addressed stamped envelope. 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.
A compilation of humorous exchanges overheard in Greensboro North Carolina including a mechanic finding a surprise from a new police car a highway claim about ancient concrete and light country humor about cars elevators and dating plus a playful christening mix up and festival chatter reflecting local wit and everyday life.
In a brisk diary like column Winchell notes recent uproar around Hess and Goebbels rumors, social circle chatter with figures like Harlan Stone, Martins, Atwill, and MacArthur, NBC air cut, and his own media feuds with the Bund and Communists. He blends gossip with World War II era politics.
A Cleveland style column recounts encounters with Senator Happy Chandler of Kentucky at Harvey’s and a luncheon with Attorney General Jackson. It highlights social gibes about the Supreme Court, Hollywood figures like Louise Atwill, and notable links to Doris Duke and General MacArthur through anecdotes and irreverent party chatter.
The writer encounters Mrs. Patterson at Mrs. McLean's party and receives blunt counsel to stay focused on work. He notes rivals attempting to surpass him in circulation, and questions the impact of his writing on the paper. Mrs. Patterson sends regards.
The note discusses the Hobbs Bill and FBI wire taps, Dies, and calls for equal privileges. It mentions a famous wife and mother opposing her son in law on aiding Britain and references Herr Anhagen's indictment. The writer plans to answer later but fears escalating attention and signs off with Love and Kixx.
In Burnside Illinois on May 24 an airedale named Pat woke Mrs. W C Peterson at about 4 a m for three years by touching her cheek with his cold nose. The dog has become a daily alarm in the Peterson household.
In the past five years independent stores increased their market presence. Census figures show 92 percent of all retail stores are independent and they account for 74.7 percent of total business, up from 73.3 percent in 1935.
Fragmentary OCR notes suggest a statement about the requirements a successful candidate will need in the near future. No specific names dates places or concrete criteria are readable.
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