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Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1920

Page

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Albany BarS Motor Exhibition Opens Doors at 10

The Fourth annual automobile show and merchants carnival opens with over 200 vehicles on 45,000 square feet. Highlights include a rare ancient Cadillac from Drennen motor Co Birmingham and the Albany Textile mill test run. The Navy may establish a temporary recruiting station at the event.

Albany High North Alabama Huntsville Sheffield Florence Dailyette Albany-Decatur Albany B. L. Malone Mas Lone, Coal, Grain and Motor Company Southern Bell Telephone Company Twin Cities Cadillac Drennen Motor Company Birmingham Ory Cran A Joo To Coal, & Motor Co Age-Herald United States Navy Alexander

United States at War On Third Anniversary Conflicted Notes

Washington reports on the third anniversary of U S entry into World War I. Victory hopes fade as Versailles fate, taxes, debt, and military plans dominate. Troop numbers, naval deployments, and ongoing wartime laws shape a nation still technically at war.

United States International News Service Washington America Today Mars Senate Wilson House of Representatives Europe Rhine U.S. Navy European Treasury Department Daniels

Patterson Endorsed by Local Labor Men for State Office

Albany Decatur Central Labor Union hosts a lively meeting in Hardage hall. Officials read a Birmingham Labor Federation declaration opposing Senator Oscar Underwood and criticizing his conduct toward metal workers. George M Webb speaks for the union urging support for Patterson amidst the political clash.

Patterson Albany-Decatur Central Labor Union Twin Cities Twin ‘Cities Hardage ’ Hall Thomas Rainey Tull Worley Worley State Federation of Labor Birmingham C. M. Dinsmore State Farmers’ Union Ino. R. T. Rives the Brotherhood of Conductors William L. Harrison Lewis Alabama Federation of Labor Alabama Oscar W. Unier- Wood Underwood

Morgan Voters Set May 11 Special Election For Brindley Seat

Governor Kilby orders a May 11 special election in Morgan County to fill the unexpired term of Porter M. Brindley. The vote coincides with the Democratic primary and aims to address vacancies in both houses as lawmakers face potential sessions over women’s suffrage.

Morgan County Porter M. Brindley Thomas E. Kilby House Senate Kilby Executive Department State Senate

Underwood to Speak on Labor and River Aid Tonight

Senator Oscar W. Underwood candidate for re election will address at the Masonic theatre on labor and transportation issues and Tennessee river improvement. He arrived last night from Huntsville and met by 30 local citizens as campaign plans proceeded with allies and reporters present. Abercrombie also in town and set to speak at the Louisville and Nashville shop gate at noon Wednesday before attending the afternoon automobile show.

Oscar W. Underwood Tennessee Masonic Theatre Huntsville North Alabama D. W. Smith Cullman Travis Williams Franklin Walter McWilliams Limestone John W.knight Morgan Tidwell Albany F. M Jones Decatur Henry T. Lile A . Corsbie Hartselle Crawford Twin Cities Masonic Underwood Lloyd M. Hooper Selma Senator Underwood W. J. Boles The Age Herald Clarence G. Thomason Albany-Decatur Daily Birmingham Ledger Ledger Abercrombie John W. Abercrombie Senate L. B. Wyatt Louisville and Nashville

Albany Georgia Grows As 1920 Census Releases

Preliminary census figures show Albany Georgia with a 1920 population of eleven thousand five hundred fifty five, an increase of three thousand three hundred sixty five. Other cities listed include Carrick Pennsylvania and Vinita Oklahoma with varying population changes, while Houston Missouri shows a small rise.

Albany Carrick Vinita Okla Houston

Women Pickets Arrested by Police During British Protests

Washington dispatch reports Honore Walsh and Miss Elaine Harris were arrested this afternoon as they began picketing the British embassy. The incident occurred amid ongoing demonstrations by women protesting British policies.

Cinternatinal News Ser Ice Washington

Doctor Solon Roberson Removed to State Insane Asylum

Dr Solon Roberson charged with the murder of Porter M Brindley has been sent to the state insane asylum at Tuscaloosa. Judge Kyle ordered removal in custody of Special Deputy Sheriff Sturdivant. He will receive treatment and likely await a fair murder trial only after asylum officials certify his mental condition. The move followed a circuit court jury verdict on insanity that failed to reach a verdict with eight jurors deeming him insane and four deeming him sane.

F. Solon Roberson Porter M. Brindley State Asylum For the Insane Tuscaloosa Sturdivant Kyle Circuit Court Roberson Hartselle Optician

Johnson Wins In Michigan With Wood Far Behind

Detroit results show Johnson leading Wood by wide margins as 1,165 of 2,421 precincts counted. Hoover trails with Edwards leading other Democrats. Bryan initially second but soon fell back. Johnson sweeps Detroit by about four to one and leads statewide.

International News Service Detroit Johnson Wood John Hiram Johnson Michigan California Leonard Wood Wesd Seeie Hoov McAdoo Palmer Bryan

River rises threaten towns as crest nears record

Record Tennessee river rise prompts warnings across cities including Chattanooga and Decatur. Government reports show rising river stages with 24 feet forecast here by Wednesday while Wilson Dam crews brace for potential damage and obstructions from driftwood as flood waters advance.

Chattanooga Government Weather Bureau Bridgeport Guntersville Decatur Tennessee

Johnson Calls Michigan Victory a Blow by Common People

New York April 6 United States Senator Johnson described his Michigan win as a blow by the common people against politics dominated by big financial interests.

International News Service New York United States Johnson Today Michigan

Patterson Scores Kennedy's Record

Jasper Alabama April 6 Special Patterson Albany candidate for president of the Public Service Commission drew a large crowd. He predicted heavy May 11 votes praising Patterson and attacking Kennedy's reelection. He argued the commission's duties affect farmers and merchants and cited losses to shippers in Alabama.

Jasper Ala A. G. Patterson Albany Public Service Cosion Patterson Kennedy Alabama Public Service Commission

Daniels Urges a Bigger Navy Before Senate Panel

Secretary Daniels testified before the Senate Naval Affairs Committee in special session urging world leading strength for the navy and increased appropriations to ensure a strong fleet. He pressed for funding to modernize ships and naval power.

Pir Ashington Navy Daniels Senate Naval Affairs Committee

Weather forecast: Partly cloudy, warmer interior

Partly cloudy conditions with warmer interior temperatures and cooler on Wednesday. A brief cooling trend is expected Wednesday with cooler weather inland.

Foch Forces Move Into Neutral Zone With 100000 Men

United States reports no formal protest against French occupation of towns in the neutral zone. French troops seize Frankfort and Damstadt near the Ruhr with siege declared. London notes surprise in Britain as Berlin evacuation rumors spread. Washington protest denied by Colby. Italians to stay passive amid new German concerns.

International News Service Washington United States London Frankfort Damstadt Ruhr Degouette Rhine International Cae Ia A Germany Marshal Foch France Great Britain Colby Rome Mueller Sail Wiesbaden

German Troops Move Into Ruhr Clearing Towns

Berlin reports that German government troops advance with air support into the Ruhr district. Advance guards and aircraft form a battle line as forces clear towns of red forges and industrial targets.

Ebert London Avan Ruhr Berlin

Wallace In Conference Rate Ape A Thar Wala

Wallace advances in conference standings after a decisive win. Ape A Thar Wala suffered a setback as the team remained pressure on the top ranks with a strong late surge.

Wallace

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