Weather and planting notes from a busy era
The excerpt notes a stretch with no rainfall and similar growth prospects for Decatur as in 1927-28. It comments on slow decision making under economic tension, cotton market weakness not stopping planting, and a young man racing to a baseball game.
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Idaho
Borah
Norris
Senator la Follette
Phil
Wisconsin
Bronson Cutting
New Mexico
Pinchot
Pennsylvania
Huey P. Long
Louisiana
Miller Faces Tax Plan Amid Sweeping State Deficit
The governor confronts a large deficit and reduced revenues while seeking a plan to fund state obligations and balance budgets. The edge of a difficult political maneuver is evident as lawmakers weigh options to cover shortfalls.
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Miller
Mayor James Walker Faces Probe Strengthening NYC Mayorship
A reader notes that despite ongoing investigations and trials, Mayor James Walker of New York City may emerge with greater political standing. The remark implies resilient support and potential impact on his leadership.
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James Walker
New York City
Referendum Advocates Favor Plan on Prohibition Laws
Ruth Bryan Owen daughter of William Jennings Bryan and William Allen White, noted dry editor, back the referendum as the way to decide what to do with prohibition. Mrs Owen argues that the people must speak for themselves.
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Ruth Bryan Owen
William Jennings Bryan
William Allen White
Owen
Saving county funds from out of town buying
A call to curb mail order and out of town purchases to keep money in the local economy. The piece argues reduced employment and hardships for banks and schools if money leaves the county, urging immediate action to curb the practice.
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Acnes
Rise of Hitlerism reshapes world as Germany changes course
A discussion on rapid global shifts cites Germany’s Breuning cabinet resignation under President Hindenburg and the rise of Hitlerism. It argues US citizens should pursue democratic leadership, avoid revolutions, and expect tax reductions and industry relief as the nation seeks recovery from economic hardship and unemployment.
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Germany
Breuning
Paul von Hindenburg
United States
Cotton Outlook in Alabama Faces Downbeat Prospects
Alabama reports show an uneasy outlook for this year’s cotton crop due to cold weather and reduced fertilizer use. Nationally, a weaker yield is likely, with government stockpiles and loans shaping farmer sentiment and prices, though a firmer price is possible if production falls.
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Alabama Department of Agricul
Alabama
Delta
Carolinas
Texas
Oklahoma
Department of Agriculture
United States
American Red Cross
Twelve Years Ago Today in The Daily May 31 1920
Miss Sarah Davis returns to Birmingham after visiting home folks. Miss Otis Carlisle departs tonight for Birmingham after a week with her aunt Mrs Broadus. Mrs. Bentley Hernley arrives from Florida to stay with Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Sheppard. Miss Louise Nelson visits friends and relatives in Hartselle this week. T. H. Alexander travels to Boyles Mississippi to visit relatives. Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Woods spend Sunday in Lawrence.
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Sarah Davis
Birmingham
Miss Otis Carlisle
Bentley Hernley
Florida
R. T. Sheppard
Louise Nelson
Hartselle
T.H. Alexander
Boyles
Miss
Strange and Busy Cutting Off Its Tail
Public column notes a curious phrase sequence and social observations. The piece comments on timing and trends, reflecting 1932 attitudes and King Features Syndicate distribution by Arthur Brisbane.
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King Features Syndicate, Inc
Arthur Brisbane
Edsel Ford to Lead Indy 500 Car in May Parade
Detroit notes fine weather for Decoration Day as Edsel Ford reportedly drives the twelve cylinder Lincoln in the lead car for the upcoming Indianapolis 500. The piece highlights industry leaders including Erskine of Studebaker and General Motors, plus Kettering's lab innovations and science myths debunked.
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Detroit
Mich
Indianapolis
Edsel Ford
Erskine
Studebaker Company
General Motors
Ford
Ford hosts Edsel and guests at luncheon amid soy bread show
At Ford plant a luncheon for Henry Ford and guests including Edsel Ford and M C Meigs showcased soy bread experiments. The gathering toured antique steam and gas engines, highlighting Ford’s vast collection and restoration skills.
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Henry Ford
Edsel
Mr. Ford
Mr. Meigs
Henry Ford rebukes bank funding in L Anse and Tecumseh note
The writer reports Ford’s telegram to L Anse bankers urging against bailing out a failing bank, arguing banks should protect savers and not jeopardize communities. He warns against lending at high interest and advocates planting gardens. Tecumseh follows with a bank explosion aftermath and a single safe for deposits.
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Dearborn
Ford
L’anse
Michigan
Mr. Ford
Henry Ford
Tecumseh, Mich
Tecumseh
Third Party Movement Threat May Keep Many Congressmen From Attending Conventions
The piece reports that Congress may stay in Washington past the Chicago conventions unless relief for unemployment is voted. Borah warns a third party push could form if conventions proceed with the crisis unresolved, prompting leaders to weigh summer session plans and relief measures.
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Washington
D. C
Congress
Garner
Chicago
Senaton Watson
Borah
Watson
la Follette
Emphasis on Prenatal Care for Expectant Mothers
A letter from a New York resident describes traveling with her husband and seeking remote advice on pregnancy. The writer emphasizes timely prenatal care beginning early in gestation and continuing through delivery, noting the value of medical supervision to reduce maternal and infant risk.
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New York
Wit and wisdom mix in scattered humor and quotes
A dense collage of quips, aphorisms, and social jests on art taste, moral duty, politics, romance, consumer life, and everyday folly. It features ironic lines about public galleries, vows, charity plates, pessimism, and a string of terse one liners.
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Tennessee Valley Printing CO. Inc
W. R. Shelton
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Prost, Landis & Kohn
Atlanta
Tennessee Valley
France
Japan
Russia
Mrs. R. L. Woods
Lawrence
Rickenbacker
Europe
General Motors Laboratory
Charles F. Kettering
Mr. Kettering
Archimedes
Heiio
Alexandria
Christ
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Aimdele
Charles P. Stewart
Central Press
Wm. E. Borab
By Logan Clendening, M. D
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Adam
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Alexander Graham Bell
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