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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1933
Page
2
The fragment references a Decatur post office matter dated 1917 with a date in 1876 and lists staff roles such as Managing Editor Shelton and Benjamin Bloodworth plus Associated Proves tships. It also mentions NRA era advertising rhetoric urging readers to buy to create jobs and avoid charity this winter.
The article notes Uncle Sam will enforce a modified arms manufacturing code to regulate all machine gun sales, aiming to curb kidnappers and racketeers by restricting access to their preferred weapon. The piece frames the change as a significant blow to illicit gun use.
Report notes that students worked all day Saturday to raise money for books for children in need though the final total is unknown. It credits the students with persistence and dedication, arguing local businessmen could learn from their effort.
Florence Times notes TVA library in Washington to chart the Tennessee Valley history and resources. The library will aid locals and distant prospects locating in the valley, offering authentic access to facts about the river basin and adjacent territory. Dr. H J Willingham urges gubernatorial candidates to declare their stance on the state income tax as Alabama shifts toward or away from it.
The Tennessee Valley Authority is praised for establishing a first class reference library on the valley and its resources at its Washington office. Officials urge interested parties nationwide to utilize the library to access the bare facts guiding decisions. Pacts are facts and nothing else can change them.
Comic column announces final victory and broad relief with triumphs across society. Diplomatic progress and medical breakthroughs cited as signs of progress. Women and horses highlighted alongside global health advances and a hopeful outlook.
The President expresses why the United States and Russia should be friends again for global good. Kalinin replies that the abnormal situation harms the international scene. Roosevelt claims independence from money lenders and urges a higher dollar supply to aid farmers and markets.
A reflective column argues Stalin can meet obligations and contrasts Soviet and American leadership. It cites Ford and Swope on Russia’s pay history, praises Roosevelt’s policy moves, notes literacy gains, and quotes Daladier on European stance while questioning allied unity.
Citizens back Albanys proposed bond issue to fund a new high school building. Morgan County high school team crushed Athens Aggies 54 to 0 in a recent game at Hartselle. Margery Rainey elected Morgan County queen for the semi centennial in Birmingham and departs for the Magic City celebration. Frances Benson returns from Birmingham and Montgomery. Coburns Minstrels set as attraction at Princess Theatre tomorrow night.
The piece surveys 1933 farm policy tensions among NRA AAA and textile taxes. It cites Gardner Means figures on cotton cloth price shifts from 1929 to 1933, noting processing taxes and wage costs as factors. Store executives describe tax allocations on garments and textiles, illustrating cost passes to consumers.
Partly cloudy with possible local showers at the week’s start, then fair weather. Cooler conditions move in by midweek with temperatures falling below normal.
The column blends medical updates on pernicious anemia’s improved prognosis with political opinions on prohibition. It cites Dr. Leopold Stieglitz and Dr. Sturgis, notes a shift in death rates, and quotes Mr. Seton Porter on prohibition voting. It warns about continuing bootleg sales and touches on Germany and taxes under Hitler, then references U
The teacher uses a hat to represent Mars in a playful astronomy lesson. A pupil asks if Mars is inhabited while commentary suggests opportunity and public service themes. The dialogue hints at broader ideas about chance and reliance on friends.
A quirky collage of sayings mocks marriage, gender roles, and social norms. Observations include a wife’s yes and I will, a six week residence rule for divorce, a six month fishing license clause, and playful exchanges about moss, mail, and burnt letters.
Satirical snippets lampoon industrial leaders Mae West and Dr Einstein figures. Austria backs the blue eagle in the war effort against unemployment. Fascists seek a fourth international to counter liberal democracy, while the Rockefeller report pinpoints the profit motive as key to liquor issues.
Jasper Alabama October 23 two women Cora Gordon 35 and Maude Ross 20 were held on murder charges in the slaying of J Morgan 18 at Quinton Monday night A warrant was sworn by J Morgan brother of the slain youth Morgan allegedly shot himself after a quarrel over groceries A Guardian style regional crime note with extra unrelated material follows.
Doctors recommend creosote based remedies for coughs colds and bronchitis. Creomulsion combines creosote with seven medicinal elements to stop lingering coughs and is sold with a money back guarantee if relief is not achieved.
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