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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1933
Page
2
Incomplete notice dated February 36 1912 and July 1 1917 records related to post office matter under act of March 6 1876. Advertising representative TENNEY CORPORATION listed with DEVINE New York and offices in Chicago Detroit Des Moines Atlanta.
A New York man labeled a practical joker shouted Stick em up to friends in a car. He mimed a gun but, unable to drop his weapon when ordered, retreated and was shot by a patrolman. The incident warns others that such antics are dangerous.
The Daily urges Morgan Lawrence and Limestone residents to vote for Baynard Malone next Tuesday. Morgan County must lead by 2 000 to 3 000 votes to offset Carmichael strength in Colbert Lauderdale counties. Lawrence and Limestone show rising support after initial primary results. Malone is counting on turnout to win the district.
A letter from Dr. F L Chenault of Decatur prompts The Age Herald to discuss using convict labor to print and distribute free schoolbooks in Alabama. The editors argue the plan is impracticable due to the need for skilled printers, proofreaders, and authors, plus copyright and training hurdles.
Reports from Jackson and Madison counties show Malone supporters buoyed by strong majorities. Victory hinges on Morgan, Lawrence and Limestone counties with Malone urging voters to go to the polls next Tuesday.
Arthur Brisbane notes contemporary tensions as Marconi visits amid strikes and finance concerns. He argues money scarcity affects industry, with calls for refined sugar production and broader economic measures.
Marconi arrives on an Italian ship for his 88th Atlantic crossing, praising his communications impact. The piece notes widespread strikes, labor unrest, coal mine closings, and forecasts of aid needs, while President Roosevelt rests at Hyde Park and cautions on currency policy.
The piece criticizes sugar policy and its impact on American workers, arguing against refining abroad and advocating duties on cocoa and chocolate imports. It notes concerns from business leaders, calls for scrutiny by General Johnson and President Roosevelt, and mentions Lindbergh’s views on Russia and aviation. It closes with a warning about anti Jewish policies in Europe.
The Albany high school team defeated Colbert County High School 21 to 0 in the season opener. Local merchants report trade returning to normal after a strong fall start. Hunting licenses were due today with a warning to sportsmen in Morgan County. Mr and Mrs J L Echols moved to a new home on Grant Street.
Dr and Mrs Alex Graves of Talledega were guests this week of Dr and Mrs J Y Hamil. Miss Claudia Pullins is able to be out again after several days illness. J E Blair left this afternoon for Baltimore Md.
Billy Armstrong son of Mr and Mrs F H Armstrong of Athens undergoing appendicitis surgery at Birmingham Southern College where he attends. He is resting well but will not be able to play football. he had been in strong contention for the team.
The Westminster Girl Scouts met Friday afternoon with Miss Ethel Harrison, their leader, guiding games and activities. Next week the meeting time shifts to 3 30 p m from 5 p m.
A vaudeville actress with 500 pet cockroaches was ordered to leave a hotel, prompting remarks about stage training by the landlady. Other notes claim Vice President Garner excels in choosing prize fishing spots and warn nudist camps may rise with movie houses. A paroled murderer rearrested for bank robbery is noted.
Willis Thornton reports from Washington on the rapid rise of New Deal agencies. He notes the flood of programs like CCC PWA RFC NRA HOLC and TVA, Major Littlejohn tasked with a $75 million food and clothing program, and Borah leaving for Idaho. A public surplus box in the Agriculture building collects clothing for the needy.
The piece surveys postwar claims and international tensions as Roosevelts administration weighs with Russia. It notes LaGuardia’s support from Norris La Follette and Frazier, Ickes vacationing, and Brandeis turning 71. It also covers Farm Belt allies, Home Loan Board fights, and dairy overproduction claims amid unemployment.
A jumble of jokes and observations on cars and travel appears, noting hitchhiking, a garage door radio gadget, a bed-timing car, and a five steering wheel car. It closes with a highway courtesy pledge urging safe driving and street safety action.
Si Slocomb’s rotund friend hires a chauffeur for his Austin but the entourage won’t fit so he walks to work. The garage motor man is the grandson of the man who used to blow out the gas adding a family note to a comic travel moment.
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