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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Oct 01, 1931

Page

4

Reds 9 White Sox 1 in 190? World Title bid

Twelve years ago Cincinnati Reds crushed Chicago White Sox 9 to 1 at Redland Park as Cincinnati pursued the world title for the first time in fifty years. The note recalls progress spirit in Twin Cities and local development projects and social notes from the era.

Cincinnati Reds Chicago White Sox Redland Park Cincinnati Twin Cities W. B. Edmundson Somerville Pike

Alabama Program of Farming for Profit Leaders Urged

The Alabama Farm Bureau Federation promotes the Alabama Program of Farming for Profit, urging strong farmer leadership, cooperative action, and sound plans rather than legal fixes. It calls for reduced cotton production, focus on food and livestock, farm home improvements, and active cooperation with county agents and bankers to implement the program.

South Alabama Farm Bureau Federation Daily Federation Alabama Farm Bureau Bureau Texas Alabama Farm Bureau Cotton Association

Fourth Year of Service Highlighted for Rev Dennis in Decatur

Mev. Peter M. Dennis begins his fourth year of service in Decatur, described as invaluable to the community. The notice praises his joyous spirit, art, brain, and energetic hands, noting Decatur benefits from his leadership and willingness to tackle paramount tasks.

Decatur Peter M. Dennis Ee Lee Dennis Rev

Happy Demon Rum and the Whistling Moron in 1930s urban flair

Arthur Brisbane comments on sensational topics of the era under King Features Syndicate. The piece ties together culture of Rockefeller City, customer stock use in short sales, and copyright notions with a satirical edge.

Rockefeller City King Features Syndicate, Inc Arthur Brisbane

Prohibition debate shapes 1936 outlook in party plans

The piece outlines Republican drift away from prohibition with figures like Senator Dwight W. Morrow and former President Coolidge, noting a soft-pedaling stance in 1932 and a harder stance by 1936. It cites Dr. C G Shaw on whistling, and previews Rockefeller Center's planned two hundred fifty million investment and new pastel facade ideas for Rockefeller City in New York.

Coolidge Morrow New Jersey Rockefeller City New York Fifth Avenue John D. Rockefeller, Jr Rockefeller

Norman Thomas Socialist leader noted in Paterson picketing arrest

Norman Thomas, longtime Socialist presidential candidate, testifies against legality of his arrest in Paterson New Jersey where 42 silk mill workers were also charged after a picketing action. A Princeton graduate born November 20, 1884 in Marion, he was a Presbyterian minister for 13 years and later helped found the American Civil Liberties Union. He voted Taft in 1908 and Wilson twice, became a Socialist during World War I, worked on the Marion Star, and ran for New York mayor in 1929 on the Socialist ticket earning over 175000 votes.

Norman Thomas Paterson N. J Princeton Taft Wilson American Civil Liberties Union Marion Warren G. Harding New York

Nation's gold standards shift as nations abandon metal ties

The text notes global moves away from the gold standard led by Denmark joining Norway and Sweden. It mentions Italy Greece and California and leaders like Walter Chrysler and Governor Smith adopting metallic or stylistic changes. It claims over fifty one million dollars were taken from Uncle Sam's hoard on Monday with more to come.

California Italy Greece Walter Chrysler Smith Empire Building Rockefeller City Uncle Sam

Gold parity and world money in a changing dawn

The passage contrasts Germany and Italy aiming to keep the mark and Lira in gold parity, Russia asserting its own money rules, and the United States' dollar backed by gold, as the potential international standard of value unless fear disrupts the economic order.

Germany Italy Liza Russia Uncle Sam

Kreuger to pay obligations in dollars instead of Swedish currency

Ivar Kreuger declares he will settle Kreuger obligations in American dollars not depreciated Swedish currency. President Hoover advocates DOJ action to curb short selling, arguing government intervention could restore confidence more than tens of billions in stabilization. Short selling lowers prices and harms investors, while brokers lend bought stock to short sellers.

Ivar Kreuger Kreuger Hoover Wall Street Department of Justice

Brokers warned against lending customer stock for short sales

The writer argues brokers should be barred from lending any stock not owned outright by the broker to prevent conspiracies against value. It suggests a lawsuit could be started against brokers who lend customer stock for short sales without permission.

Wall Street Stock Exchange South Manchurian

Night plane dispatch at United Airport uses dual lamps

Night dispatching of planes at United Airport in Los Angeles employs an ingenious system of two lamps on cords reaching the ends of the five runways. A green lamp signals take off while a red lamp signals wait, adopted due to increased night flying activities.

United

Cornerstone of Washington Monument laid on July 4 1848

The cornerstone ceremony for the Washington Monument in the national capital took place on July 4, 1848, marking the start of a prominent public work. The event highlighted civic pride and the era's architectural ambition, with attendees noted in local reports.

Washington Monument National Capital

Manchuria Lost to China as Japan Invades Again

Charles P. Stewart reports from New York that American financiers fear Japan’s steady Manchuria advance despite League warnings. He cites Vermont Rep. Ernest Gibson on internal Japanese unrest and argues Tokyo seeks a permanent hold to mollify domestic discontent while seizing Manchuria, with collision possible if Russia objects.

York City Japan Manchuria Orient League of Nations Ernest Gibson Vermont Far East China Tokio Russia Moscow

Clendening Diet Sets Evening Meal As 433 Calorie Landmark

Diet by Dr. Clendening outlines an evening menu totaling 433 calories with roast beef potato string beans whole wheat bread butter lettuce and tomato salad pear and stated mineral and vitamin content. Overall daily plan lists 1551 calories for all meals with protein 186 grams fat 76 grams carbohydrate 138 grams and a protective alkaline balance.

Halloween Mischief In A Hardware Store Exchange

In a playful scene Crabtree visits a hardware store on Halloween night. He jokes about buying a muzzle, wondering about comfort and practicality, while a clerk counters with a lighter option. A neighborly exchange highlights humor around costumes and curious glee.

Crabtree

Outdated views on citizens and work ethics echo in a rural column

The piece questions who qualifies as law abiding when laws reflect local conduct, mocks loud talkers who threaten youths, and argues hands on labor reveals wages. It critiques farmers relying on bluster, notes women's consumer needs, and laments shrinking old fishing creeks.

Monolog and dialog contrasted in a family chat

A brief exchange clarifies monolog as a single speaker and dialog as a conversation between two people. The dialogue example discusses a husband and wife talking, highlighting differences in speech structure.

Son Pop

Jones These Days Are Foolish Kiss Them Anyway

A quirky line reflects on foolish Jones and kisses. The speaker jokes that men are misled by affection, while fools kiss back, highlighting playful banter about romance and attraction.

Jones

Politician confronts crooked deal during personal exchange

In a brief, fragmented dialogue a politician admits discovering a crooked deal and exiting. Vater probes the amount while Harry laments fatigue and James questions their activities. The exchange hints at Christmas shopping and browsing a magazine.

Vater Harry James

Uncertain social aims spark changes at home

Tom notes John’s wife will stop driving his car for a time and take up horse riding to raise her social standing. The other party doubts the social gain but agrees she may improve her standing, reflecting on domestic dynamics and status.

Tom John Carge

Fire Fontaine query stumps NYFD recruits

A riddle used in New York Fire Department entrance exams asks which fire apparatus cannot go up a one way street. The answer cited is a fire boat, highlighting a trick question about vessel mobility versus land vehicles.

New York Fire Department

Levi and Izzy Argument Over Pronoun Sparks Charge

Levi rebukes Izzy for claiming all firm matters as his own and later receives a rush wire announcing their arrest and charge with making libel to their stenographer. The missive asks if they should marry, noting advice is easier given than taken.

Izzy Levi Vance

Stinsons Return From Three Week Western Trip

Mr and Mrs O W Stinson have returned from a three week visit to the western states They traveled through San Antonio Texas visited Old Mexico and enjoyed stops along the Gulf of Mexico.

O. W. Stinson San Antonio Texas Old Mexico Gulf of Mexico

Kaufman and daughter in Wildwood visit ends at relatives

Miss Dorothy Langhorne Kaufman and her daughter Lucille of Philadelphia spent the summer in Wildwood by the Sea New Jersey and are now at the home of relatives A H Giles and Miss Jou Giles 326 Church Street

Dorothy Langhorne Kaufman Lucille Philadelphia Wildwood-by the-Sea New Jersey A. H. Giles Jou Giles Church Street

Wasp Powered Boeing Fighters Hit Record Elevator Speeds

The latest Wasp powered Boeing army fighters climb at 2,100 feet per minute, achieving the fastest elevator speed in any U S office building, according to officials.

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