Albany Lodge to Convene on Masonic Temple Erection
Albany residents learn members of Albany Lodge No. 491 plan an extraordinary session next Friday night to discuss the erection of a new Masonic temple. Local social notes report Mrs. W F Jones recovering in Birmingham and several residents attending events in Birmingham, Montgomery, and Talladega. Dr T A McAmis of Nashville spent the weekend with his mother Mrs Samuel Blackwell.
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Albany Lodge No. 491
T. A. McAmis
Nashville, Tenn
Samuel Blackwell
Reverend Hart Begins Sixth Year in Decatur
This week marks the start of Reverend Ernest N. Hart's sixth year of service at Westminster Presbyterian church in Decatur. The Daily expresses best wishes for his continued success and faith in the community.
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Hart
Decatur
Ernest N. Hart
Westminster Presbyterian Church
Dying boy rescued in Morgan County remembered kindly
Newman McCutcheon, found on the Bee Line highway near Falkville in an unconscious condition, likely starving, was revived by local residents. He was given food and a farm job on Welch Orr’s property, and the people of Morgan County left a lasting impression on him as he contemplates where to live.
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Newman McCutcheon
Morgan County
Young McCutcheon
Bee Line
Palkville
Falkville
The Newspaper of the Future Discussed in Editor Note
An Editor and Publisher discussion argues against color printing for newspapers. It asserts color ads unfairly price out small advertisers and would make papers resemble billboards, increasing per unit costs, with many editors hoping for a restrained, traditional appearance.
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United States
The Cotton Farmer Sets Market Pace This Year
The article notes no legislative action was needed for cotton farmers to enforce orderly marketing. Individual farmers held their crop, applying common sense, stabilizing prices despite a larger yield than government estimates. It contends that, in the end, farmers will profit from self-regulated marketing.
More People Must Give to the Relief Campaign
The Daily urges Decatur residents to donate to the forthcoming charity drive. The appeal compares a $10 monthly income showing how funds steady the relief effort, noting many will be unable to donate as much this year. It calls for clothing money and fuel donations to aid the needy this winter.
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Decatur Charity Council
Decatur
the Daily
Charity Council
Cotton Rayon Breakthrough Aims to Save Cotton Farmers
The Daily reports a new process to convert the entire cotton plant into rayon, potentially expanding cotton use and benefiting farmers. North Carolina trials show stalks and lint can become cellulose for rayon, reducing reliance on conventional harvesting and ginning. If viable, this could boost cotton demand despite market swings and spur further research at agricultural experiment stations.
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Commercial Dispatch
Columbus
Miss
Peter A. Carmichael
Scientific American
Mr. Carmichael
North Carolina
South Limestone
South
Carmichael
Why Must We Be Foolish Are We Europe's Wet Nurse
Arthur Brisbane questions U S policy on forgiving European debts and arming limits. He argues Washington plans to forgive ten billion dollars to appease European nations and reduce armaments, which he says harms American taxpayers and national interests.
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Europe
Washington
Money owed us can fund Europe defense, not arms
The speaker argues that unpaid debts from Europe would finance our security measures. By forcing Europe to pay what it owes, funds would be redirected from armaments to build air fleets, submarines, and a full range of explosives and gases for national defense.
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Europe
Nation should focus on America not Europe and debts
The column attacks foreign bonds and European debt relief schemes as folly and danger, arguing the United States must discard costly foreign obligations. It recalls fears of a scarecrow stance, urges work and industry, and warns of Japan’s aggression and poison gas capabilities as global threat.
Infantile paralysis signs and early serum treatment urged
Dr Logan Clendening warns fever in children may signal infantile paralysis during epidemics. Early convalescent serum can shorten paralysis, with circulation of serum from recovered individuals. He notes prostration, throat redness, irritability, tremor, head tilt, spinal stiffness, rapid pulse as suspicions and emphasizes gradual, guided muscle reeducation and safe massage and exercises to prevent deformities.
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Muse
Dr Clendening Pamphlets Offered by Mail
The editor notes six Dr Logan Clendening pamphlets available for 10 cents each plus a self addressed stamped envelope. Mailing addresses are care of this paper or Central Press Association at 1435 East Twelfth Street Cleveland Ohio. Titles include Indigestion and Constipation Reducing and Gaining Infant feeding Instructions for the Treatment of Diabetes Feminine Hygiene and The Care of the Hair and Skin.
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Clendening
Logan Clendening
Central Press Association
East Twelfth Street
Cleveland
Newspapermen Conclude Borah Won't Seek Presidency
Central Press report notes Senator Borah hosts frequent press conferences like Hoover but issues mimeographed statements due to cost. Borah’s persona excites reporters though he remains quiet on a 1932 Republican bid. Idaho trip follows Coolidge article, stirring talk of a Borah run.
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Charles P. Stewart
Central Press
Washington, D. C
William E. Borah
Washington
Hoover
Borah
Idaho
Mr. Coolidge
Hooker
If Real War Starts The League Sits Still
A fragmented reflection questions the League of Nations and US role while noting Japanese actions blamed on weather by a Japanese officer and two soldiers killed by Chinese. It condemns Britain and Uncle Sam meddling, asks why they don’t focus on their own affairs.
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League of Nations
Earth
Japan
Grand League of Nations
Pepr
Britain
Uncle Sam
The
League
Voice of the People: Cheerful cure for sick business
Decatur readers urged to treat ailing business like a patient. Promote bright rooms and cheerful news, encourage optimism, and mobilize idle capital to revive the American economy. The piece advocates psychology and proactive vigor to lift conditions.
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Decatur
Ala
Voice of the People urges wage cut plan in Decatur
In the October issue of The Daily of Decatur Alabama the Voice of the People column recommends wage reductions for wage earners. The note appears in the Oct 1 content and reflects local editorial opinion from October 1931.
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Decatur
Ala
Decatur Daiy
Voice of the People
Bridegroom and Bride Ridicule Social Rules In Smyth Hall
A humorous exchange unfolds as a bridegroom asks to use a smoking compartment and the bride teases him about longing and reunion. A doorkeeper interrupts a public building visit noting dogs are not allowed, while a visitor retorts the dog is not his. The banter plays on social norms and playful misunderstandings.
Humorous Epigrams From a 20th Century Parade of Wits
A collection of short jokes and witticisms about spelling errors, ambition, luxury, opportunity, schedules, fashion, and daily folly. The quips contrast attitudes between men and women, early rising, and modern life, with a playful nod to language and misprints.
Quiet evening reads and hay fever jokes in love triangles
Eloise and Vivienne discuss a quiet night with a book as a brother battles hay fever. Sue questions the fate of love triangles while Mae quips that most end in wreck tangles. The light exchange features playful wordplay about allergies and romantic entanglements.
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Eloise
Vivienne
Sue
Mae
Willies Query on Angel Pockets and Hanky Plans
Willie asks if angels have pockets in their wings. Pop responds they do not. Willie then wonders where to place his hanky.
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Willie
Pop
Lengthy skirts and fate in social fashion notes
A satirical recap of editorials and aphorisms about dressing, marriage, money, and health. The piece mocks vanity, spousal judgment, and the idea that success rests on bodily functions, ending with a quip about mending. It weaves social commentary with everyday wisdom.
Question on historic naval raid and literary figures
It asks which American naval officer led the party that set fire to the frigate Philadelphia in Tripoli harbor, what book Daniel Defoe is famous for, and who is regarded as the father of modern philosophy.
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Philadelphia
Tripoli
Daniel Defoe
Stephen Decatur and Robison Crusoe in Descartes Contexts
A compact note lists Stephen Decatur, the novel Robinson Crusoe, and René Descartes as items tied by themes of exploration doubt and discovery. The fragment hints at a study or catalog linking figures across navigation literature and philosophy.
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Decatur
Ala
Tennessee Valley Printing Co, Inc
Alabama
Stephen Decatur
Robinson Crusoe
Rene Descartes
We Have Guests Not Company, Correct Usage
A writer argues that the phrase We have guests is preferable to saying we have company for clarity and politeness in social speech. The note emphasizes formality and directness in everyday language.
Horoscope for Today Provides Insight and Charity Traits
People born on this day are quick to see the weaknesses of others and try to aid them. The reading emphasizes generosity and perceptive kindness as defining strengths for those with today’s zodiac alignment.
Anniversary account of 1812 Queenstown Heights capture
A brief note recalls the 1812 action at Queenstown Heights where American forces initially prevailed but were later compelled to surrender. The item contrasts this past event with current wage debates stressing that wage cuts should affect office holders and high earners, not ordinary workers burdening taxpayers.
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Queenstown Heights
Canada
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Shelton Benjamin Bloodworth
R. T. Sheppard
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Tennessee Valley
R. W. Holland
Decatur Land Company
Trinity Road
W. F. Jones
Birmingham
St. Vincent's
Trix Scheer
Alice Hatton
Virginia Carswell
E. N Penick
Alpini, Ala
Talladega
F. F. Tidwell
W. R. Smith
Supt
R. W. Cowart
Montgomery
Morgan
Community Chest
King Features Syndicate, Inc
Arthur Brisbane
America
Colorado Psychopathic Hospital
England
By Logan Clendening, M. D
Senator Borah
G. O P
Idaho Statesman
Senate
Washington Journalistic Corps
White House
Austin Clark
Smithsonian Institution
Wm._E. Borab
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Eve
Adam
Steve
Rube
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