This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 24 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1935
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR text referencing a deed or act notice dated February 8 1819 and July 1 1912 under a 1878 act. The readable parts mention penalties, sections, and associated entities, but most details are garbled. The document appears to be a public notice or legal filing with missing context.
The article notes depositors of two banks have received about one third of deposits so far and expect near 100 percent. Daily urges 100 percent payout. The $119,000 being distributed today will aid local households as fall and winter purchases begin.
Editorials note a potential year or more to a universal cure while endorsing Alabama highway safety measures. The piece praises a state drivers license system and front and rear license plates, predicts a state highway patrol, and highlights ongoing enforcement variability.
A fragmentary notice notes Mussolini related airfield activity and a chaotic teapot tempest. Mentions Eugenists and syndicate figures amid unsettled scenes and public curiosity.
The article portrays Mussolini transitioning from frontline soldier to commander aiming for rapid gains before the rainy season. It praises his drive transforming the Pontine marshes and warns that modern war prioritizes rulers over civilians. It also covers a California plane crash near Burbank and calls for buried or relocated live wires near airfields overseen by Secretary Roper.
The piece批 argues against state department interference as American businessmen seek oil and mineral rights in Abyssinia. It asserts an American should shop and invest at own risk, like English practice, without U S intervention. It notes giants such as Standard Oil or DuPont could operate there without requiring U S troops.
The piece argues that large industries succeed by hiring locals, paying well, funding hospitals and schools, and reducing deaths. It cites Standard Oil and DuPont in Abyssinia as examples, suggesting Ethiopians would rather accept stable wages than foreign liberty if Americans provide fair pay and goods.
A nine year old boy stands accused of murdering a girl by striking her with a stone after she denied his claim he could eat more peaches. A twelve year old playmate killer also appears in the same court as prosecutors pursue murder charges. The nine year old shows little concern, dreaming of his dog Lucky being left behind.
The Department of Commerce cites ice in the carburetor as the cause of the Will and Wiley Post crash. Officials note a properly constructed plane would have withstood such an issue, as discussed after a recent cross country flight.
The speaker argues that laws cannot instill common sense, blaming people rather than the state patrol for traffic crashes. They express hope for the motor patrol's success and continuous enforcement while cautioning not to blame the legislature for drivers' behavior.
Walter Winchell reports on Broadway society and gossip involving Fred Perry Helen Vinson A Scott Janet Gaynor Sylvia Sydney Arthur Margeston and others. The column notes bets marriages separations and industry moves plus political hints and industry shifts between figures from sports cinema radio and journalism.
The clipped notes mention Al and Kay Wagstaff, A Coster Schermerhorns, Philip Barrys, Winnie Sheehan, and others in Hollywood and society circles. Rumors touch on Winnie Sheehan quitting Fox, Dorothy Barton’s London engagement, and a breach of promise suit involving Dorothy Appleby and Spiegel Jr. in Chicago. Some questions about a Mexican divorce linger.
Irving Fall of G Stone Furniture urges immediate organ pickup at Sing Sing chapel with no fee. George Jéan Nathan mocks radio bid as he resists going on air. The piece notes a bi weekly King Features Syndicate segment starting next Saturday and teases Buick car plans while mentioning an Embassy preview and the March of Time program.
A pilot described noticing ice gathering around the carburetor at 12 000 feet and quickly used a heat source from the exhaust to melt the ice, restoring engine function. The action demonstrated a practical in flight fix to prevent carburetor icing during high altitude flight.
On the Salt Desert near Salt Lake City Sir Malcolm Campbell pushed the Bluebird to speeds near 300 mph in two runs 299.875 and 304 miles per hour. The test demonstrates gas engine capability and railroad potential when rights of way are used efficiently. The manufacturer notes speed itself has limited significance.
Jean Olcott plans November wedding to a blue booked partner and says they will settle on a Maryland farm to raise turkeys and chickens. They mention a Washing ton government bureau aimed at aiding a tribal community whose last member died eight years ago. The bureau remains funded and active, prompting questions. Jackie Oakie and Marcia Hunt seek parsonage duties amid new film links. Gold en Book faces Fiction Parade coverage as Trumbull family ties show in this month’s notices.
Jock Whitney angers by OQ and Selsnick films as Gov Nice of Maryland emerges as dark horse for 1936. The Albert Dennisons tied to Wall Street Journal and Taft Hotel work visible. Oliver Her ford seeks broader legal path. Charlie neada leads first line for American. J F Healy shifts from Review to Farum.
Notice announces the cancellation of marriage arrangements between George Budrik and Mrs. Steponaitis of Shoe Makers. Details remain limited as the front page item ends mid sentence.
Dr Logan Clendening outlines joint injury rehabilitation through specific exercises. He describes progressive arm motions for shoulder and elbow injuries with a helper initially, plus routines for bending, lifting, and rotating the forearm and arm to restore range of motion. The editor notes six pamphlets available for ten cents each with self addressed envelopes.
Fragmentary notes mention Hilda Moreno reuniting with an ex husband next month. A statement about a Queen of Opia swapping life rights for money. US trained soldiers set to train Ethiopians having left Akron. Predictions cite Todd Wrights blessing in August. A doll arrival dated August 31 and Christmas baby hopes of the Andrew Haleys. Clare Boothe Brokaw’s play concerns her ex husband. Ane Richard is referenced.
Ten people attended an open forum on present campaign issues hosted by the Hill District Civic League in Pittsburgh. Five candidates appeared but the meeting was called off.
Patrolman Walter Mitchell reports a tattered beggar in New York sobbing after outstretched hands were ignored. The mendicant speaks of self harm and death, revealing despair amid street indifference.
In Los Angeles on September 5, after hearing from weathered prospector H. G. Steven, police will intensify efforts to recover a stolen car. Steven said the vehicle held little of value besides 40 sticks of dynamite, prompting safety concerns.
An officer placed the man in custody for safekeeping. A search of his clothes uncovered 75 dollars in currency and bank books showing deposits totaling 6 722 dollars.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.