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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1935
Page
4
Unclear OCR fragment references Benjamin Bloodworte-Bateor and Ty Creppard as business manager figures at The Associated Press. The text lacks coherent details about roles, dates, or events to form a complete news item.
The note hopes for cooler nights in about two weeks and asks readers to keep them in thoughts as the change arrives.
A Los Angeles Times quip notes a scientist claiming one hand can keep a crocodile’s mouth shut. The joke adds the remark don’t look at us we don’t want the job.
Residents discuss potential mosquito control measures and malaria prevention plans in the community, considering public health actions and possible timeline.
The governor’s bid for power faced resistance as he aligned with President Roosevelt yet failed to endure political blows. Critics say his stance weakened him and damaged public confidence in a key Democratic era struggle.
The Daily notes Saturday's election will draw a small total vote as voters show little interest unless a strong contest looms. A local voter voices apathy saying he never votes for anyone, only against somebody, reflecting broader disengagement.
Walter Winchell recalls a proposed publicity stunt tying Barbara Hutton's marriage to a sales girl wedding in a five and ten feature. The plan collapsed after the sales girl's manager warned of job loss if she wed that day. The notion of the Woolworth heiress's romance drew sharp scorn as one of the era's most nauseating sensational tales.
Julian Hall comments that Roosevelt may veto or sign the Wagner labor measure with vigor. He argues passage could halt recovery, warning the bill brings industrial turmoil greater than any since the New Deal. Roosevelt has not signaled plans, and the fate hinges in the House.
KK appears to be pursuing cost containment with two branches under review. The context suggests internal restructuring to reduce overhead and stabilize expenses across operations. Further details on branch roles and timelines were not provided.
Arthur Brisbane surveys the bonus veto and political fallout, noting Senate voting, warnings from Huey Long, and reaction to pacific war games. He contrasts calls to end capitalism with defense of moneyed interests and recalls Earhart’s feats amid the era’s upheaval.
Solons face a wage raise from four to six dollars a day sparking concern over cost. The house approved a higher pay plan but the senate committee rejected it, potentially leaving lawmakers on the four dollar schedule and saving the state thousands of dollars in the treasury.
In Columbia city council approves selling 46 000 of school and sewer warrants amid criticism over the city’s finances. Officials report assets of 700 000 and assessed property value of 5.2 million with bonded debt of 403 000 and annual revenue around 78 000 while urging prudent repayment and fiscal discipline.
The article frames the first congressional round as a victory for opposition to the Tennessee Valley Authority and Senator Norris, with the TVA risked by long-term, national civilization concerns. It notes Congress questions TVA methods amid fears for employment and future progress.
An article by Logan Clendening MD outlines state health regulations for public pools, stressing continuous recirculation filtration and sterilization with chlorine gas. It notes old filling methods are obsolete and warns against using thiosulfate foot baths, recommending calcium hypochlorite as the preferred pool foot disinfection.
A man and wife argue while driving on a scenic road as a boy in the rumble seat swirls with hair and a girl. They exchange quips about age, cars, debts, and old customs in a brisk dialogue typical of light social humor.
The B. T. U. plans a Sunday 2:30 PM district gathering at First Baptist Church in Decatur. Program includes song and prayer, devotional from Matthew 20:1-7 by Ivey McCall, business reports from Fort Payne convention, a play by First Church intermediates, group conference, and leadership by Miss Bessie Gallant and Rev. J. D. Pickens.
The editor announces six Dr Logan Clendening pamphlets are available for ten cents each plus a self addressed stamped envelope. Titles include Indigestion and Constipation Reducing and Gaining Infant Feeding Instructions for the Treatment of Diabetes Feminine Hygiene and The Care of the Hair and Skin.
Gulf Refining Company introduces the Multisol Process for Gulflube lubricant claiming higher mileage and better lubrication in all weather. The process removes impurities and carbon forming materials, enabling selective refining for more thorough cleaning and greater production, ensuring ample Gulflube supply at service stations.
On April 23 1616 William Shakespeare and Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra died. Cervantes famed for Don Quixote mocked chivalric romance and remains a towering figure in literature. In 1916 Spain issued four parliament stamps honoring Cervantes with two sets for senate and deputies, without values.
Real estate turnover remains brisk in Athens. Donald B. Isom a post office employee bought the G W Johnson home in Fairview from Miss Sarah Malone and several building lots changed hands in the last ten days. An active carpentry market has all local builders employed with over 100000 dollars in projects underway.
The speaker argues that people must go to work facing depressing influences and the rise of science. In coming years the nation must address this issue and find a solution to meet the challenge.
A Friday parade in Hartselle featured about 25 decorated cars led by the fire department. Teachers enrolled 112 pupils for vacation Bible school at the Methodist church Monday at 8:30 AM, directed by Rev. D W Burson with Mrs. John Cooper assisting.
The school invites attendees for a two week morning session running daily from 8 30 to 11 30.
Walter Winchell notes literary verse on self and failure before reporting on the Theatre Guild's Parade opening. Audience chatter deserts blackout gloom with satire and jokes about famine, talent, and the new musical tone, while columnists lampoon awards and public figures in brisk vignettes.
Jack Herzog of Shannon Pennsylvania lists well knowns and their songs noting Stepin Fetchit and Lazy Bones Tallulah Bankhead and Thou Swell Dike Ellington and Black Magic Rudy Vallee and Learn to Croon Sam Insull and Were In The Money M Hellinger and You've Got Cryin' Again The piece also quotes a Hollywood clip about a Metro actress and a palace scene with vaudevillians.
Character actor Frank Camp portrays Mr Carver aged about 63 in the Playhouse production Three Men On A Horse. The veteran performer recently reached that age and must undergo a lengthy hair whitening process to match the role.
A Hollywood critic mocks a stage struck team at an amateur night claiming movie making is simple. The reviewer says the performers were flat and should be removed from the stage.
The road to Elk River Mills from Athens is temporarily closed as TVA crews build a new bridge over Elk River. The span will be much wider and about forty feet higher to accommodate the water impounded by Joe Wheeler dam.
The Decatur pastors will hold a regular session Monday at 10 a.m. at Central Baptist Church. Rev. Wilson serves as union president.
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