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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1936
Page
4
The piece notes a Daily headline promising a swift decision in the PWA case. It reflects a pragmatic view urging quicker resolution regardless of court findings and contrasts personal work burdens with those of others observed during a coal mine visit.
Alabama faces a looming surge in highway spending as officials warn that delaying patching could lead to a large reconstruction bill. Authorities emphasize completing routine maintenance promptly to avoid costly, broader repairs statewide.
About 33,000 people participated in the first primary in the eighth district, the largest vote ever recorded. Voters show similar turnout expectations this time, likely setting another record despite few county races across the district.
A passage notes how despite major scientific progress in every season, researchers have not found a way to defeat colds. The piece observes job fears tied to rapid advancement and reflects on humanity’s long journey from simple cures to modern giants in intellect.
A column notes the heated exchange between Congressman George Huddleston and candidate Luther Patrick as a civil yet provocative clash. The piece argues such sparring may boost voter interest in Jefferson County and the district, tallying potential support for both and predicting turnout rises if no one is harmed.
The article marks the two year milestone of the Dionne quintuplets born to a Canadian mother. It praises Dr. Dafoe’s role in their care and celebrates advances in modern medicine showcased by the outcome, noting the remarkable development of the five babies.
The passage honors the Dionme babies and pays respect to medical pioneers who have long labored to protect infants in their early, vulnerable months on earth. It acknowledges the ongoing efforts and gratitude toward those contributing to neonatal care.
The American Legion Auxiliary unit in Morgan County will distribute memorial poppies Saturday to honor World War dead and raise funds for disabled veterans and families in need. Wives mothers sisters and daughters of veterans lead the effort without pay as they encourage the public to wear poppies and give to the cause.
The piece condemns the Black Legion as a dangerous successor to the Ku Klux Klan, noting six million claimed members and alleging widespread racketeering. It urges federal action, calling for an investigation by the Department of Justice and strong government response to crush the organization.
Notes on the Black Legion secret society reveal a brutal entry rite demanding murder readiness and willingness to target Catholics Jews and Negroes. Authorities report guards arrested as members with paraphernalia while the group claims six million members and plots dictatorship and night riding.
The piece notes a Soviet plan to subsidize large families with a thousand million rubles and brief mentions of Stalin and Mussolini promoting population growth. It also cites Nazi Germany urging women to bear many children as part of a broader wartime demographic push.
English observer William Simms fears Britain may not survive as air power threatens imperial communications. He notes a 4 000 mile air fleet line from the Straits of Gibraltar to the Gulf of Aden under Mussolini bombers. He argues England remains the largest empire but faces dangers as surface ships lose importance.
The piece discusses English effort to fund civilian factory work for airplane production, aiming to create a powerful air fleet. It reflects on British courage in air warfare, warnings about arms growth, and the idea that nations may later constrain fighting. It mentions Congressman Zioncheck and British actions in Palestine and India amid tensions with Italy.
Walter Winchell on Broadway laments private funding of Lakehurst dock duties for the Zepp, noting U S sailors and Camp Dix soldiers are paid to hold down the airship. He cites risks from past accidents and critiques the public expense for a privately owned craft.
Comment on the need for wisdom in England and in Italy to quiet rising ill feeling as tensions grow and a strong party lines up against proposed actions.
Dr Logan Clendening surveys four old beliefs about death and dying. He cites parachute recoveries, drowning patterns, powdered glass myths, and the notion of inevitable agony, noting modern evidence and medical observations that counter these ideas.
Editor notes readers can obtain seven pamphlets by sending 10 cents per item and a self addressed stamped envelope to Dr Logan Clendening via the newspaper. Titles include Reducing Diet Indigestion and Constipation Reducing and Gaining Infant Feeding Diabetes care Feminine Hygiene and Hair and Skin care.
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