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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1947
Page
4
Democrats say Republicans back a 32 percent cut in farm funds and swift political shifts, while Ford Motor workers prepare for another strike. The piece questions the need for action to boost production and sustain the nation.
In Decatur construction continues at the Wol verine plant section and a country club site while a farmers market also advances. The mix shows diversified development across the town.
The Montgomery Advertiser recently complimented readers in editorials about the school tax, noting Decatur’s 5 to 1 margin of victory to support schools and a hospital in Alabama's capital city center. The piece argues Montgomery Highlands and other cities show lip service to schools.
The decision Commission reports two companies have applied to supply natural gas to the Ten Valley communities. Residents favor early delivery and economical pricing to fuel future industry and homes.
The author argues Americans are split on aiding foreign nations and asserts the surest path to curb Communism lies in domestic strength. He cites Allied wartime losses and urges efficiency in government, solid speaking terms with friends, and a focus on home production to prevent another global conflict.
The state will part with funds only reluctantly when county and city units request. Most public services are delivered within the local community.
In the National League Harry Walker holds the highest batting average while George McQuinn leads the American League. Walker was traded from St Louis to Philadelphia this season to boost the slipping Cardinals, and McQuinn, discarded by the Athletics a year ago, has accelerated his hitting in his new uniform.
School officials announce plans to ready Benson Field for another season while a new stadium is delayed for fall games. The piece recalls early days, noting improvements in capacity and lighting will boost attendance and compare favorably to historic local fields.
Westbrook recalls early newsroom life around Park Row seminaries and Perry’s bar. He riffs on legends like Swope and Hallahan, describes Perry’s as a legit pre prohibition cocktail spot with a famed fifteen cent Martini, and notes the old World Building near the World newspaper enclave. He sketches clashes, drink lore, and the social scene among UPI and Armored Press figures.
Researchers propose a link between sunspot activity and tornado duration with sunspots described as long lasting weather features up to 18 months. The idea ties solar cycles to storm intensity and persistence, prompting renewed study.
Walter Winchell reports from New York on city events and social happenings with his characteristic brisk commentary and insider tone. The column sketches nightlife, notable figures, and urban anecdotes shaping early evening chatter.
An orbit of celebrity gossip from Cairo to Hollywood covers Farouk’s court and untold romances. A 19 year old CBS receptionist, George Raft with Helene Carter, a zillionaire’s troubled marriage, local editors missing, and a phantom investigator rumor swirl in a headline grabbing social scene.
Defense attorney says the acquittal shows the Winchells should mind Southern matters while a newscaster’s statements mattered. Brigadoon posts a $400000 advance, Jack Benny earns $600 from a Roxy date with a $40000 weekly wage, and Madam Flagstatic returns to the U.S. to recover $750000. Publicity about a singer arrested as a drug addict disrupts a night spot. travel tales and Listen magazine hints circulate about wartime Germany.
Hollywood chatter reports on a word of mouth outfit named Whisp ers and a fired press agent after a boss rejected a joke. Notes mention Jolson at eighty today and Riviera crowds with 748 Tuesday and 864 Wednesday. Maj Gen Gavin attends 82nd Div Association event at Hotel Capitol on the 29th. Elinore Kendall Kelley heads to Reno. Hatta Hopper’s granddaughter Joan christened in a John Frederics bonnet. Overheard at El Morocco remarks on a fair pority complex.
Dan Parker, president of the Runyon Fund, received 147 from friends of the late Lillian Gans Greilsheimer and donated the coin to the Fund instead of buying flowers. Thanks extended to Betty Brady Al Cirillo of the News and Capitol Bowling for support.
The Journal-American notes the donors list appears Sundays. Giants vs Yankees charity games are scheduled at the Polo Grounds June 12 and Yankee Stadium August 18 to support cancer causes. Readers are urged to submit slogans and a dollar to Runyon Fund, Columbus Circle, New York, with a chance to win a house in Columbus Circle by mid July.
A collage of brief items and quips including Murray teachers disputing offers, Gromyko speech rewrites, underhanded deals rising with business decline, a drug store executive in a padded call, multiple near death attempts, an auctioned car with few miles, a cap theft at Park Central, measles questions, market chatter, teen sarcasm, and comments on newspaper slogans plus Mrs Gromy on the mend after surgery.
Washington reports reveal a quiet CIO Political Action Committee revival initiated about a month ago with allied groups. The plan, funded by about six million members giving one dollar each, aims to deploy field workers into key districts to rally unions and shape public opinion while avoiding sharp national attention.
An old stomach relief advertisement asserts 88S Tonic increases gastric juice flow to prevent sour stomach gas and sleep loss. It claims medical tests prove the formula aids digestion, builds red blood, and improves energy with widespread sales and urges readers to buy today.
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