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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1937

Page

8

Opponents Call for Withdrawal of Roosevelt Court Plan

In Washington on May 2 debate centers on Roosevelt judiciary reorganization with four main paths discussed. Leaders push for withdrawal or compromise while supporters defend the program citing recent Social Security rulings and victories. possibilities include wage and hour, farm, government reorganization, and national planning measures.

Washington Nepiabanenen Roosevelt Neb Bankhead Ala Robinson Ark

Chairs on the L and N Offer Restful Travel Comfort

An advertising voice invites travelers to rest and comfort aboard the L and N trains. The speaker promises familiar chair back home feel for business travelers, visitors, mothers, brides, and couples, ensuring memorable service across every mile of the journey.

L&n

President considers expanding Supreme Court by two justices

As spring arrives the president pushes a plan to enlarge the Supreme Court by two seats or similar action unless justices over 70 retire. Senator McGill predicts a compromise approval while opposition signals a weeks long contest. Debate centers on federal power and Roosevelt era authority amid Wagner Act and social security rulings.

Supreme Court McGill D. Kas

Hartselle Club Notes Highlight Music Week

Hartselle reports a busy slate with Current Review Club hosting Music Week events, a Tuesday bridge gathering, and multiple society meetings. Notables include prize wins for Mrs F A Bennett in a piano contest, diverse club activities, Girl Scouts awards, and a Baptist Missionary Society session at Short Street church.

W. V. Pattillo Alice F. A. Bennett Rose Tralee C. Y. Quinn Wray Barcliff H. E. Orr Hugh Pattillo Rachel Pattillo Jim Cain R. E. Hardwick J. W. Horton Malcolm Roberts Will Puryear Eleanor Rice Williams Frances Stewart Jim Rea Dunedin Florida Short Street Ike Parker Emmett Bridges William Stewart T. B. Crittenden Sallie Briscoe EB. A. Nix J. P. Simpson Frank Cooper Fred Batley Simon Praytor BE. Stewart, Jr Hartselle Josephine Puckett Anne Ruth Waldsmith

Poppies For Poppy Day Sale By Disabled Veterans

Poppies will be worn on Poppy Day May 29 to honor World War dead. Morgan County Post No 15 of the American Legion Auxiliary received the flowers from U S Veterans Hospital Tuscaloosa where disabled veterans made them. The crepe flowers symbolize the sacrifices of Americans who died in France, and provide work and therapy for veterans with dependent families.

Morgan County Post American — Auxiliary U. S Pital Tuscaloosa Flanders Louis Argend Auxiliary France

Crossword Puzzle Daily Challenge Clues and Answers

Daily crossword with across and down clues covering wordplay and general knowledge. Includes definitions for contriv and denominations, authors, prayers, fabrics, and common phrases. Previous puzzle answer not provided. solve grid using given hints.

Italian Sets Speed Record on 100 and 1000 mm Courses

An Italian set new speed records, flying 323 647 m p h on the 100 mm course and 302 m p h on the 1000 mm course. The accomplishment marks a landmark in early precision speed testing with metric scale apparatus.

Bible Class Praised by Congregations

Harold Von Broekhoven delivers daily Bible addresses at Central Baptist and First Presbyterian churches. An extra 3:30 p.m. service is added for those unable to attend evening talks. Visitors speak highly of his speaking and Bible knowledge as meetings continue all week.

Harold von Broekhoven Central Baptist First Presbyterian First Presbyterian Church Central Baptist Church

98 Cases in One Day Across Athens Court

Approximately eighty non jury cases civil and criminal were disposed of in a single day by Judge W W Callahan of Decatur on circuit court in Athens Alabama. The complete equity docket was also sounded and no court session will occur until the October jury call.

Athens Ala W. W. Callahan Decatur

Cornerstone of church to be laid at Elkmont

The cornerstone of the new Methodist church at Elkmont will be laid Friday at 11 o'clock with Dr. M. E. Lezenby delivering the principal address. After lunch, Dr. B. O. Kimbrough of the Birmingham district will give the dedication address. Rev. S. T. Kimbrough is the Elkmont pastor. The first railway locomotives weighed about four to five tons.

New Methodist Church Elkmont M. E. Lezenby 8. O. Kimbrough Birmingham T. Kimbrough

Congress Activities Reported By Associated Press

Senate in recess as Wheeler committee probes railroad financing. Military panel holds hearings on helium export bill. House debates a 1.5 billion relief appropriation and reviews farm program bills. Interstate commerce panel weighs broadening FTC powers. Roosevelt labor legislation message received. Senate sends AAA marketing provisions bill to White House. House passes minor bills.

Senate Wheeler Committee Military House Agriculture Committee Interstate Commerce Committee Federal Trade Commission Roosevelt White House

Third Wheel Eases Towing on Rough Roads

The third wheel in trailers gains popularity helping tow vehicles handle rough road sway. It reduces car effort and stabilizes the trailer during movement.

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