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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1941
Page
4
A mix of observations notes and opinions on World War II strategy and the RAF, plus critiques of American draft policy and taxation. It argues for a shift in taxation away from homes, discusses the Dempsey tour and doors to publicity, and questions government budgeting and bond financing while urging prudent fiscal reform.
The text outlines Japan’s precarious position amid Allied pressure and economic strain. It notes Britain and the United States increasing pressure, Russia fielding strong war resources, and Japan near financial collapse in its China war, signaling a possible shift away from aggression. It comments on Germany’s ally Hitler and warns Japan must decide between retreat or costly wider conflict.
A draft summary note discusses potential East Asia peace terms involving China and Japanese concessions, hints at U S and British leverage, and notes internal U S concerns on oil guarantees and French holdings. It mentions figures like Frank F. McKinney and McNutt, plus ongoing Senate and House inquiries on policy and defense priorities. The piece also covers Willys-Overland protests against auto production restrictions, OPM defense car claims, and price controls data showing Henderson vs market gasoline rates.
In Indianapolis a 95-year-old G A R veteran, William P. Lockwood, revisits after 76 years and learns the Bates house he sought was torn down long ago. He stays at an uptown hotel and asks for directions, remarking on changes since his last visit.
The Department of Commerce reports a new Canadian process that produces tin from ore previously classified as waste. The development promises more efficient use of raw materials and could impact metal supply.
Dr Logan Clendening discusses diphtheria control through immunization, noting vaccine science, Schick testing, and the toxoid, urging universal school-entry vaccination. A Q&A on iris color ends with Dr Clendening’s pamphlets for readers.
A compilation of quotations and humorous anecdotes on work and happiness. It includes lines praising toil by Arthur Eugene Cooper, a Malaprop exchange about flowers with a gardener, Ruskin on work and joy, and a Mayo Brothers joke about roles in medicine.
A brief note reflecting on labor as a blessing after evil, and the idea that work serves as an antidote rather than punishment, followed by a general remark about many readers seeking to travel.
Dr John C. Cowell, pastor of Central Baptist, told a large Sunday crowd that 153 attended midweek Bible study last Wednesday. He warned against the way of Cain, stressing that only the blood sacrifice through Jesus can save sinners, urging listeners to accept the Way now.
A collection of light dialogue and quips on ambition health luck and optimism. It weaves humor about money comforts and future travels with lines about Mars as a plucky prop and a joke about salaries and family life.
A boarding-house scene features the mistress asking the freshman which part of the chicken he desires. The freshman replies asking for some of the meat, highlighting a humorous or risqué exchange typical of period humor.
Athens Ala Sept 1 County Supt W A Owens says all Limestone County schools planned to open August 25 will stay closed until Montgomery signals the infantile paralysis danger has passed. City schools expected to open Sept 1 but could be delayed if the outbreak worsens. No county cases have been reported.
Montgomery, Sept 1. Maj. Joseph M. Dickerson announces 45 of 710 air raid warning posts have been set up across 22 counties as volunteers are urged to staff additional duties. Counties with at least one post include Washington Elmore Butler Franklin Morgan Bullock Calhoun Choctaw Cleburne Conecuh Covington Crenshaw Cullman Escambia Lamar Limestone Macon Monroe Perry Pike Tallapoosa Wilcox.
Charles F. DeBardeleben, 65, longtime coal mine operator and president of the Alabama Fuel and Iron Company since 1921, died yesterday in Birmingham. A Prattville native, he worked at Alabama mines and founded the Little Cahaba Coal Company before joining the Alabama Fuel and Iron Company in 1908. During his final years he donated land seed and tools to aid his employer toward self sufficiency.
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