Lon Chaney Life Story Promises Silent Star Glory
Newspapers touting the life story of Lon Chaney. The silent film icon is promoted posthumously as more talkative in death than in life.
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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1930
Page
4
Shaw fears stage era fading to talkies for words
George Bernard Shaw laments the night of stage theater is over and fears his plays will be reproduced as talkies at a high word rate. He expresses concern over the rise of talking pictures replacing live performances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Bernard Shaw
Weather note hints at possible warmer trend in records
The article suggests that warmer weather may have appeared in historical records, but if the warmth has been more sustained it could mislead forecasts and weather charts. It emphasizes caution in interpreting chart data against long term trends.
Embarrassing Moment Delays Mayor Walker’s Speech
Mayor Jimmy Walker faced an awkward moment when a process server delivered a summons as he prepared to greet visiting dignitaries and address the nation via radio hookup. The incident interrupted his planned remarks and drew attention to the immediate legal action against him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jimmy Walker
New York
Babson urges business to prepare for future opportunities
Roger Babson tells American business leaders that the present offers the best chance to plan for expansion and future opportunities. He asks when construction costs were lower and when expansion could be done with less expense, urging timely action now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roger Babson
Business People of
America
Daily pledges full backing for party nominees from constable to senator
The Daily vows to work hard for the party’s candidates in the coming elections despite the primary losses, urging Democrats to unite and support nominees from constable to senator.
The Daily Launches Full Lease Wire Service Inauguration
The Daily inaugurates a full lease wire service praised as a rapid news transmission innovation. Automatic printers receive the service, and invited guests can inspect the new machines during an open call.
Lister Hill Urged as Campaign Address in Alabama
The Daily endorses Lister Hill as a top public speaker for a state party event. Many in the section praise him as the best in Alabama and perhaps the South, arguing he suits the people and the alley.
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Democratic Campaign Committee
Lister Hill
Lister
Alabama
South
Tucker Revival Ends as Community Hails Campaign
The Tucker revival campaign closed Sunday drawing widespread goodwill from the community. Rev. Tucker, renowned for his strength, left many hoping for a return visit after the three weeks he stayed among us.
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Tucker
Alabama malaria showdown urged by state health chief visit
Dr. J. N. Baker, state health officer, is due for an inspection tour of North Alabama. He advocates stamping out malaria as a state responsibility and earns editorial support from The Daily. The piece urges substantial funding and statewide takeover to win a complete victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. N. Baker
North
Alabama
Baker
State Department of Health
Independents to Meet to Plan Their Campaign
Alabama observers note a rare opposition in the November general election as Senator J. Thomas Heflin and followers plan a campaign. The Daily expects heavy support for Graves and vows an overwhelming Democratic victory led by Bankhead, Miller, and Merrill against Heflinism.
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J. Thomas Heflin
Alabama
Bibb Graves
Graves
the Daily
Heflin
United States
Senate
Daily
Editorials on bootleg booze politics and editors in public life
The piece riffs on bootleg liquor quality, editor influence, and political restraint. It cites a Dothan quarrel over Prohibition, quotes The Decatur Daily, and argues editors should stay out of politics to avoid silencing and public mistrust. It ends with a pledge to remain out of political life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Eagle
the Daily
Be@r
Hall
Dothan
Decatur Daily
Ben Bloodworth
Barrett Shelton
Democratic Executive Committee
Eagle
Eagle Had Occasionally Disagreed With the Council On Public Matters
Julian
Heaven and Earth
Ugly Words Revolution Cronan Flies On
Three people died in a defiant response to the conflict as Cronan flies on to aid cotton efforts. The report notes ongoing resistance and appeals for support amid heightened tensions.
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Cronan
Global unrest lurks as a world weary economy staggers
The piece notes revolutionary threats from Argentina Brazil and Peru amid global anxiety over lower stocks unemployment and reduced output. It cites 50 or 54 rulers backed by money power and mentions Russia China and British concerns while recounting Dannish or foreign arrivals and a Sing Sing death room tale.
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Brazil
Peru
India
Egypt
China
Gerard
Earth
Death row dialogue and cotton politics in Augusta
The article portrays last words of three executed inmates and a grim audience reaction to the electric chair. It then critiques a renewed "Buy a bale of cotton" campaign, noting editor Hamilton's warning that the charm of philanthropy echoes past failed appeals and risks revenue motives over relief.
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Sing Sing
Jesse Thomas
William P. Force
Claud Udwine
Hamilton
Augusta Chronicle
Flower
Cotton profits and a proposed cotton clothing solution
A column urges investors to store cotton for profit as the cost of production rises. It suggests Americans imitate Mussolini by wearing cotton clothing and proposes a mass market summer suit of cotton for ten dollars to boost cotton demand and prices. The piece also touches on crime trends linked to Chinese tong gangs and borrowing the “taking for a ride” tactic.
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Mussolini
Gresap
Chicago
Caribou Herds in Alaska Park Highlight Vast Wildlife
A 3 A DAY entry defines retroversion predestine and tattered, noting caribou herds in Mount McKinley National Park Alaska numbering a thousand or more. The excerpt maps terms to meanings and describes the park’s abundant wildlife.
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Mount McKinley National Park
Alaska
New York Day by Day a Pepys like diary entry
C O McIntyre records a busy New York day walking to Floyd Gibbons's disorderly work room with notable autographs on the walls. He notes bailiwick scenes from Earl Carroll's revue, remarks on vagrancy laws, Jack Benny as a top talker, and a Park Avenue party sign about pastor tricks while social life moves toward brighter lights.
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Shillits
Russia
von Gronau
Germany
New York City
Albany
Buffalo
Chicago
New York
Pepys
Floyd Gibbons
Joseph Hergesheimer
Bob Davis
Catskills
Harry Maxon
Old Drum
Earl Carroll
Hurling Jaw
Park Avenue
London tap dancer Oscar McArdle McTish heads to Broadway
London debuts tap dancer Oscar McArdle McTish whose playful style and high stepping promises a honeyed breakout on Broadway. critics note his quirky name and stage presence signal a promising ascent in musical comedy.
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London
Broadway
Oscar McArdle McTish
Car
Ardle
New York Law Says No Sitting With Paper On Park Bench
A New York statute prohibits sitting on a park bench with a newspaper underneath the body and can lead to a summons for carrying a newspaper in a park. The notice warns readers of strict enforcement and potential penalties.
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New York
Classic Hat Trick Deludes Spectators by Trickster
Jefferson Machamer, a cartoonist and parlor entertainer, performs a coin under a hat routine. The operator removes the coin with swift passes before the volunteer lifts the hat and realizes the coin has vanished. The spectator ends up feeling foolish for being deceived.
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Jefferson Machamer
Parlor Comique Extraordinary
Philippine cigar export drops in 1929 market
Export market for Philippine cigars fell by 30 million in 1929 from sales of 187 million in prior years.
Washington Day Book: Izetta Jewell and political intrigue
Washington observers note that the Sehnectady district backs Mrs Hugh Miller against Doc Frank Crowther for Congress raising talk of Izetta Jewell the former Washington stage star and her influence. The piece recalls her rise at Polls and social circles with lawmakers and figures like Frank Hitchock and President Wilson. Her planned marriage to Rep William G Brown of West Virginia is noted in context.
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Washington
New York
Sehnectady
Hugh Miller
Frank Crowther
Oldtingers
Poli’s
Belasco
Leslie Carter
Izetta Jewell Ends Stage Ambitions and Marries
Izetta Jewell left the stage after declining offers to return and later attempted to follow her husband into Congress but was defeated. She then managed his large West Virginia estate. In April 1927 she married Dr. Hugh Miller, a George Washington University faculty member, and they moved to Schnebtary where he taught civil engineering at Union College.
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Hazel
Izetta Jewell
Connecticut Avenue
Congress
West Virginia
Hugh Miller
George Washington University
Capital
Schnebtary
Health Costs in Shelby County Indiana 1929 Report
A Shelby county health study shows 1929 expenditures of over 500000 dollars for illness care and prevention, about 21 dollars per person. It notes 31 physicians, 15 dentists, 16 druggists, 12 non medical healers, and 176 health workers serving the county plus external medical services.
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Indiana County
Shelby
Indiana
Shelby County
Sam Cross on Vacation From American Telephone in Arkansas
Sam Cross of the American Telephone company is vacationing in Arkansas and will return within the next ten days.
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Sam Cross
The
American Telephone Company
Arkansas
Labor Day in a Nation of Light and Labor
A satire filled montage recalling Labor Day themes across the country. It weaves biblical allusions with bemused observations on work culture and everyday humor, contrasting mass marching vigor with the farmer who works year round. It includes quips about barber shops, fashion, relationships, and thrift versus loss.
Moses Called to Deliver God’s People from Egypt
A biblical passage recounts God speaking to Moses from a burning bush. God declares himself the God of Abraham Isaac and Jacob and commissions Moses to lead the Israelites out of slavery. Moses resists yet is chosen to act through divine signs and wonders.
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Abraham
Isaac
Jacob
Moses
Egypt
Resting Well Mrs Spurgeon Speer Reported Resting
Mrs Spurgeon Speer, who underwent an operation at Baugh's infirmary, was today reported to be resting well.
Germany uses 125 million kWh for broadcasting last year
Approximately 125000000 kilowatt hours were consumed in Germany for broadcasting and other radio communication during the previous year, reflecting the energy use of national radio and related services.
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Germany
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