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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1937

Page

5

Beaverbrook Press Criticizes Church Over Windsor Wedding

The Daily Express denounces Church of England for ostracizing the Duke of Windsor and Mrs. Wallis Warfield ahead of their June 3 wedding at Chateau de Candé. It argues church leaders oppose divorce yet the law allows it and calls for fair treatment, noting government pressure and omitted guests.

London Beaverbrook Press Church of England Today Duke of Windsor Wallis Warfield Britain Capy Express Chateau de Cande The Express Daily Express Lord Beaverbrook Manchester Glasgow Government Edward Church of England

Coal strike in England averted by union merger

National coal strike in England was averted today as the Nottinghamshire Industrial Union, backed by mine owners, will be absorbed by the Nottinghamshire Miners Association. Delegates at a Mine Workers Federation conference approved the plan and strike notices were withdrawn in all districts.

London Nottinghamshire Industrial Union Nottinghamshire Miners Association Mine Workers’ Federation

Churchmen Debate Readmitting Divorced to Communion

The convocation of Canterbury discusses whether divorced persons should be readmitted to the Anglican sacrament. One faction led by Bishop Michael Bolton Furse urges continued exclusion, while another group of bishops opposes the exclusionist stance.

Convocation of Canterbury Church of England St. Albans Michael Bolton Furse

Plumber Trapped In Ditch Cave-In At Scottsbluff

George Priggie, a Scottsbluff plumber, vanished as a ditch cave-in trapped him. Fellow workers, puzzled by his sudden disappearance, removed several tons of dirt in a hopeful rescue effort after the collapse occurred while he left to cut cement.

Scottsbluff George Priggie Priggie

Engine Bolts Tightening Critical for Driving System Alignment

Warning that infrequent tightening of engine bolts can cause serious misalignment across driving system units. Ensures proper maintenance to prevent steering and operation issues.

Decisions By the Supreme Court in Alabama May 27

The Alabama Supreme Court announced decisions from Montgomery and various circuit courts. Reversals and remands occurred in multiple appeals including Bank of Savings and Trusts v Jefferson Development Co and James G. McPherson v Susie B Martin Admx. Several writs denied or overruled and opinions extended in select cases.

Montgomery Ala Alabama Supreme Court Anderson Bank of Savings and Trusts Jefferson Development Co Jefferson Circuit Court Equity Thomas J. Render Thomas, Jr Gadsden W. Ethel S. Reynolds Montgomery Circuit Court Sovereign Camp Julia. Thompson Geneva Circuit Court Robert L. Lytle Andrewena Robertson Marshall Circuit Court Brown J. H- Williams Sup’t. of Banks the Chase Not Bank of New York W. H. Kennedy Bama Amusement Co Festus M. Shamblin Knight James G. McPherson Susie Martin Escambia Circuit Court J. H. Williams T. of Banks J. L. Pool M. B. Grace Grace Wooley Court of Appeals Hattie B. Parrish Harry W Gamble, Adam Dallas Circuit Court Rausie M, Duncan Prude Hubbard Bibb Circuit Court Alabama Utilities Service Co Obie Estelle State Porter Roosevelt Collins Calhoun

Cash Not Common For Auto Purchases In U S

Records from finance companies show only about 25 percent of automobiles bought in the United States are paid for in cash.

United States

Home Entry by Negro Intruder Threatens Family

In Birmingham on May 27 a negro intruder forced entry into the Gibbs home while Rev. J. M. Gibbs was away. Mrs. Gibbs and her two daughters Frances and Emily awoke to a pistol threat, suffered a nervous condition, and the assailant stole about $12 from her purse and a pocket on her son's trousers. Police report details describe the 3 am event and the family's ordeal.

Birmingham Ala J. M. Gibbs Fountain Heights

Vacation Bible School Draws Strong Interest at First Methodist

Interest runs high for a two week program opening Monday at First Methodist Church. Miss Lucy Bell will lead and enrollments are expected to include children and youth ages. Event targets both junior and senior participants with wide attendance anticipated.

Methodist Church and Lucy. Bell Cees

Adult Assembly Attracts Hundreds At Athens College

The adult assembly to convene at Athens College on July 7 8 during the pastors and lay men's school is expected to draw hundreds of Methodists from across the territory. An open cordial invitation was extended to all adults to arrange attendance.

Athens College

Nazis Strike at Criticism In Catholic Presses

Berlin reports allege the Gestapo forbade 200 Catholic church papers printed by Essen firm Essener Kirchenblaetter. The Black Corps condemned the Pope for remarks to Catholic pilgrims and accused him of an objective untruth. Goebbels aides prepare Mundelein speech response in Germany.

Berlin Naal Germany Adolfers Schutz Staffel Gestapo Polce Essener Kirchenblaetter Company Essen United States Schwarze Korps Black Corps Holy Father Paul Joseph Goebels George Cardinal Mundelein Chelago Hitler Boebele Cardinal Mundelein Deutschland Halle

Bankers Attend State Association Sessions in Birmingham

Decatur banks were represented at the Alabama Bankers Association gathering in Birmingham with T. J. Cottingham and T. F. Adams from Tennessee Valley Bank E. W. McLeod from Morgan County National Bank J. W. Darrah Joe Sneed and Carter Dobbs from Morgan County National. Clyde Hendrix president of North Alabama Building and Loan Association and former Alabama Bankers Association president travels with Mrs Hendrix for the meetings.

Decatur Alabama Bankers Association Birmingham T. J. Cottingham T. F. Adams Tennessee Valley Bank E. W. McLeod Morgan County National Bank J. W. Darrah Joe Sneed Carter Dobbs Morgan County National Clyde Hendrix North Alabama Building & Loan Association Hendrix

Decatur District Bus Trip to Montevallo Set for June 2

Announcement states a bus carrying district youth will depart Decatur for Montevallo at 9:00 AM on June 2. The trip originates at First Methodist Church and is expected to return at sundown. Those wishing to ride should contact Dr. L. D. Patterson.

Decatur Montevallo L. D. Patterson

Valuable Barn at A Young Farm Destroyed by Fire

A barn and a large quantity of hay and corn on the A Young farm near Moulton were razed by flames about six o'clock last evening. Mr Young, a prominent planter, rescued several head of livestock. the cause of the fire is not known.

A. Young Moulton Young

Carver School PTA Reports Year’s Accomplishments

The Carver Elementary PTA released a financial report detailing income of $140.65 and expenses $124.55. The funding supported May Day festivities and various school improvements. Officers listed: Victoria Mc Donald president Hattie Garth treasurer W E Loving secretary.

Parent-Teachers Association Carver Elementary School Pwt,a Victoria McDonald Hattie Garth W. E. Loving

Printing Then and Now on Tacoma Streets

A Tacoma report notes a contract to develop 45th Street in residents’ expense and a hired worker with unclear handwriting will print. Street Commissioner A Bergersen spent three days informing locals on 45th Street about the project and duties.

Tacoma Wash 45Th Street A. Bergersen

Decatur Junior High to hold closing exercises May 28

Decatur Junior High will close the 1936 37 year with exercises in the school gym Friday May 28 at 2 p m. The program includes Invocation by Rev. Lewis Knight, song In May by the class, speaker introduction by Supt W W Benson, address by Hon John Caddell, reading of year’s honor roll Miss Lila Pritchett, medals and diplomas by W R Riley, welcome to Senior High by W T Jordan, Alma Mater by the class, and benediction by Rev Lewis Knight. Students report to home rooms at 1 45 Friday afternoon for report cards.

Decatur Junior High School Lewis Knight W. W. Benson John Caddell Misa Lila Pritchett W. R. Riley W. T. Jordan Long

Toads Adapt to Air with Constant Throat Motion

Toads cannot breathe in air like moat creatures and must swallow air, resulting in visible constant motion in their throats.

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