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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1932
Page
4
The Reichers became the first vessel of its kind to plunge into the Atlantic Ocean after breaking apart 47 miles off the Irish coast. A single survivor was later reported, with authorities noting the wreck and rescue efforts underway.
A brief warning advises against overexposure while preparing for vacation. It notes that a tan may look appealing but warns of the painful or risky processes of achieving it.
The Daily says a home-coming plan for next Sunday will bring back the folks for the day. It expresses hopes for an exceptionally interesting and enjoyable event for all attendees.
The piece argues that large firms seek free publicity via press releases while newspapers drown in useless material, wasting funds and time. It claims manufacturers avoid wasteful practices but still push costly publicity without proper accountability.
The crowd at the Alabama Hosiery Mills field contest cheers Ernest Garrett and Gordon McDuff for their work on the ball park. A fan quips the Decatur club could be named the low mood Breakers, a playful yet fitting jab at the mood during the season.
The Alabama Senate runoff between Senator Black and ex-Governor Kilby centers on turnout and voter motivation. The piece notes waning interest since the primary and suggests a last minute awakening could shape a historically significant campaign.
Alabama readers note G P Banniza of the Princess theatre gets praise for securing top pictures early. Reports say films shown weeks ago in Decatur are already reaching other Alabama towns and cities, with Banniza having five of six upcoming titles lined up. The manager consistently brings sought after entertainment to the Princess.
Dr John F Condon known as Jafsie in the Lindbergh mystery declares strong faith the $50,000 ransom will be returned by the elusive John after he receives Condon’s message in a Bronx cemetery. He believes the request will be honored and Colonel Lindbergh restored.
Birmingham News sports editor Zipp Newman argues attendance decline is not general. He cites economic conditions and notes some teams draw record crowds despite discouraging mood. Where crowds are strong the games have unusual color and attraction.
The Aniston Star urges city officials to enforce dog registration and rabies immunization to protect residents from bites during the so called mad dog season. Health officers dispute a seasonal rabies peak, noting data show no fixed season and rabies can occur any time. North Alabama has faced outbreaks affecting animals and people, though human deaths remain rare while many receive treatment.
The Supreme Court recent decision on Texas white primaries renews debate over party rules and state power. Alabama’s Democratic committee previously voided votes to nominate top finishers, signaling Southern Democrats may pursue primaries despite court limits.
The commentary lauds Amelia Earhart for surviving aviation risks and boosting confidence in transatlantic flight, comparing her to a steeple-jacker without safety ropes and noting the era’s pioneering spirit.
Carroll Clark of Springfield Massachusetts visits for the 1920 class graduation. Miss Imogene Winton returns home from the Woman's College at Montgomery Alabama for holidays. Central M E church Woman's Missionary group hosts a gathering at Mrs D W Speake's home with Bible study led by Mrs L P Troup. Felix Warren returns from Auburn intends to leave for Page It notes.
Commentary notes Senator Borah’s absence amid debate on a five billion dollar prosperity program. The piece critiques elite control and the leverage of airships as symbols of power, reflecting 1932 political tensions and the King Features context.
Idaho Senator Borah declines Republican National Convention attendance and rejects further talks on a national plank to put prohibition to the people. Analysts speculate on political risk and echoes of Roosevelt’s 1912 split. Merryle Stanley Rukeyser argues five billion dollars could revive prosperity via wages, a plan critics doubt but supporters stress as useful stimulus.
The United Aircraft Transport Corporation under Charles E. Mitchell and partners prepares sixty Seattle built planes costing two million dollars. Planes will carry ten passengers plus mail payload, cruise 155 mph, and fly New York to Chicago in under seven hours and coast to coast in twenty four hours with six stops. The article notes a House Ways and Means vote against legalizing birth control information for lessening population growth and discusses class differences. It reports Harlem crime tensions with a fatal leadership dispute over the alcohol racket. It also mentions moon tides affecting the earth and a Senate ten percent tax proposal, all reflecting a turbulent era.
A fragmented passage hints at a clothing business rebound and a satire on Ivar Kreuger. The text suggests men sewing suits onto buttons and references the match king's actions, with a meta remark about recognizing a personal scenario.
The text notes the ransom payment to John and cites Dr Condeen as possessing simple faith. It mentions Governor Roosevelt experimenting with pure bred cattle at Warm Springs Georgia and hints at starting work with an elephant lacking breeding.
Archie Wise of the Muskogee Western Association club connected on a home run through a knot-hole in the left field fence to lift his team to a 3 to 2 victory.
The congress considers a broad sales tax that would affect tires theater tickets automobiles and gasoline while excluding foodstuffs. Critics label the plan moderate but say it targets specific industries and would burden consumers, urging a more sensible small tax on all items except food.
Rio de Janeiro reports the council destroyed 320 774 sacks of coffee last week and more than six and a half million sacks recently to curb oversupply. The piece also notes U S practices of dumping fish at sea to hold prices and shipping fish to New Jersey farms as fertilizer.
Washington debate over Hoover and Robinson unemployment relief plans mirrors criticism that the schemes serve as blueprints rather than immediate aid. The two proposals share similar frameworks funding self sustaining public works through federal loans and bonds, with the Reconstruction Finance Corporation to manage initial relief and later construction. Officials warn about state and local debt limits and uncertain timely implementation.
A compilation of light jokes and wry sayings on money troubles gossip and dating from a bygone column. Bits reference Edison onions kissing and household routines with punchlines about longevity and love while a recurring hob o character and a Red Cross pin anecdote appear among the quips and cartoons.
A collection of quips and jokes on marriage age politics and society. The snippets touch on paydays quarrels youth aging education and romantic mishaps with a humorous era voice and period attitudes.
The Wade family gathered at Trinity mountain for their annual reunion. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Mitchell and family, Dora Wade, Henry Wade and family, W. H. Turner of Decatur, Margaret Turner, Charlie Wade of Birmingham, Wil Wade and family of Tuscumbia, Sam Wade, Dudley Wade and baby of Montgomery, Frank Witt, Fisher Witt of Athens. Invited guests were Augustus Poole Sr., Elizabeth Lamon, and Katie Marvin Thompson.
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