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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Sep 07, 1932

Page

3

Camilla Anson rises to national prominence in radio

Camilla Anson gains a national platform as Tiny Tot radio stories move from ads to scripts. Peter wrestles with jealousy while supporting her rise, and Camilla contemplates balancing broadcasting with her art and a growing public role. The couple discusses future earnings and joint plans as Camilla becomes a national figure.

Theart Camilla Camilla Anson New York Apa Peter Precious

All Day Singing Planned for Third Sunday in September

Announcement of an all day singing on the third Sunday in September lists participating groups including Bonanza quartet Hogan quartet of Belle Mina Decatur quartet Sparkman trio Decatur chorus Matthews Sisters Courtland quartet and Wren quartet with more to join. A noon basket dinner will be served on the grounds and attendees are urged to bring a basket.

Bonanza Hogan Belle Mina Decatur Sparkman Decatur Chorus Matthews Sisters Courtland Wren

Magellan First To Sail Round the World in 1522

On this day in 1522 Magellan completed the first circumnavigation becoming the first known traveler to sail the globe. His voyage linked Europe and Asia via the westward route and established a milestone in global exploration.

Magellan

Samaritan Army Sets Condition for Food Aid in Decatur

Major Woodard announces a rule that able bodied men must work for twenty minutes to earn a meal while the army provides food and medicine to hundreds of Decatur residents, especially women and children. Donations stay in Decatur and aid those in need.

Major Woodard Army Samaritan Army Decatur

Curb Market Sales Rise at Weekly Tuesday Sale

Curb market sales were up to standard Tuesday with the usual number of sellers present. Demand for fresh produce was strong while price levels showed little change.

Today’s Horoscope for Born-on-Day Personalities

This horoscope notes individuals born on this day display positivity and firmness. It suggests they are determined and prefer their own method, emphasizing self-reliance and confident decision making.

Alabama Coach Relies on Fast Halfback Bill Joyce

University of Alabama coach Thomas leans on Bill Joyce a Southern Conference speed ace. Joyce set a conference mark in the 440 and runs the 100 yard dash in under 10 seconds.

University Ala Thomas Alabama Bill Joyce

Government observer reports no rainfall in past 24 hours

The government weather observer states there was no rainfall during the last 24 hours. This update confirms dry conditions for the reporting region.

Market Prices for Fresh Produce and Staples

A historical market listing shows prices for Uggs mixed Eggs all white fresh produce and staples. Includes New Sweet Potatoes per bushel New White Potatoes per bushel Peaches per bushel Dried Onions Butter Beans Watermelons and Roast Ear Corn by the dozen with varying per unit costs.

Birmingham Today's Market Prices and Shipments

Market report from Birmingham lists receipts in Carlota including hay corn oats and vegetables with carload prices for hay timothy alfalfa and mixed feeds. Grain prices show No 2 white corn and oats values and cotton seed at 15 per ton. Poultry eggs and fruit prices are noted with general market comments on demand and stability.

Carlota Birmingham Johnson

Hine to Speak Saturday Evening for Mayoral Candidacy

Butler P. A. Hine, candidate for mayor, will address the public Saturday at eight o clock. The event takes place at the intersection of Second Avenue and Johnston Street and invites all residents to hear his platform.

Butler P. A. Hine Second Avenue Johnston Street

Boy Preacher Captivates West Decatur Church

Rev. W. W. Scott of Birmingham aged 19 draws large crowds at West Decatur Methodist Church this week with morning and evening services. The revival, led by Pastor Rev. B. W. Blythe, runs for about a week with services at 7:30 and 7:30.

W. W. Scott Birmingham West Decatur Methodist Church Scott

Daily Crossword Puzzle Across and Down Clues

Puzzle clues list across and down items with scattered letters and theme hints. The provided text shows misaligned numbers and garbled entries, indicating a damaged OCR of a standard crossword grid and clue set.

Walker Seen Likely for Waterman Senate Vacancy

Colorado Senator Walter Walker, Democratic publisher of Grand Junction, is favored to fill the U S senate seat after the death of Republican Charles Waterman. Governor William Adams, a Democrat, signals Walker will receive the appointment. Walker is the retiring state chairman of his party.

Walter Walker Grand Junction Colo U. S. Senate Charles Waterman William Adams Walker

Bob Garrison and Bob Sittason Head to Birmingham

Bob Garrison and Bob Sittason traveled to Birmingham for an unspecified event or activity. The fragment provides no further details on purpose, date, or outcome.

Bob Garrison Bob Sittason Birmingham

Olsen backs farmers plea to withhold produce

Governor Floyd B. Olsen of Minnesota urges farmers to suspend nonperishable produce from the market until after the midwestern governors conference to back the farmers holiday movement. Olsen led the push for the upcoming agricultural conference in Sioux City Iowa on September 9.

Floyd B. Olsen Minnesota Sioux City Olsen

Revival Campaign Brought to Close at Lacey Springs

The revival campaign at Lacey Springs led by H. L. Kirby of Decatur ended last night. The meeting drew great interest with six conversions and extensive Bible study sparked by questions and answers during the sessions.

Lacey Springs H. L. Kirby Decatur

Church Officers to Convene for Special Friday Meeting

All church and Sunday school officers are asked to attend a special meeting Friday night at 7 30 at Central Baptist Church Plans are underway for the all members canvass on Sunday September 18 and inspiration meetings are led by Rev Clay I Hudson of Nashville at the church.

Central Baptist Church Clay I. Hudson Nashville

Otto Moebes to Speak at South Decatur School Tonight

Otto Moebes, candidate for mayor, addresses the public at eight o'clock at the south Decatur school. He will discuss issues ahead of the city election on September 19.

Otto Moebes South Decatur Mr. Moebes

River level falls to 2.4 feet this morning

The river record measured 2.4 feet and showed a continued downward trend this morning. Officials noted the level was falling, signaling improving conditions for navigation and flood risk.

Winter chill dips to 58 as high hits 86 degrees

Government figures show temperatures fell to 58 overnight with a daytime high of 86 degrees. Weekend weather outlook indicates a return by Monday night.

Spring Training Club Suggestion for Minneapolis

A proposal to train the Minneapolis baseball club here in the coming spring is voiced. Garrett Park is cited as ideal for its size and seating capacity. Preparations include sodding the diamond and improving the outfield this winter, with the suggestion to be presented to the Chamber of Commerce soon.

Minneapolis Garrett Park Chamber of Commerce

Bus Overturns Near Hillsboro Reported

Special report from Hillsboro says a school bus carrying students from Town Creek overturned some distance away. It is unclear if any children were injured as details remain unavailable.

Hillsboro Town Creek

Picking Cotton Harvest Underway In Hillsboro

Hillsboro farmers shift to cotton picking as the harvest season begins after a day of gathering crops. Local fields show workers ready for a busy period ahead.

Hillsboro

GOES TO AUBURN George W. Roger Leaves Today

George W. Roger departs for Auburn after a summer spent in southern Cuba. He travels to begin new duties and continues his career amid recent travel.

George W. Roger Auburn Cuba

Mrs D Hardin and Daughter Visit Tuscumbia and Jasper

Mrs D Hardin and her daughter Virginia left Monday to spend several days with relatives in Tuscumbia and Jasper.

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Edna Robb Webster Joretta National Paris Avis John Andrew Havelock Storm Havelock Peter Anson Chapter Max Hodges Wallace Barber Shop Sanitary Barber Shop John D. Wyker & Son ARKG The Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries Rots F. C. B Hine Colorado Garrett Park Ideal E. B. “Brock” Aycock America Eis Plymouth
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