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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1926

Page

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Nebraska Senator Norris Plans Shoals Area Visit

The Daily dispatch reports Senator George Norris of Nebraska plans a visit to the Muscle Shoals region soon. He may give speeches during the trip and has not abandoned efforts to have the government hold and operate the property for power.

George Norris Nebraska Muscle Shoals Chamber of Commerce Albany-Decature Twin Cities Norris Shoals Associated Press Ashington

Death of Twin City resident Alexander Darnell at home

Alexander S. Darnell a longtime Decatur resident and former Louisville and Nashville railroad employee died suddenly at his home on Line street. Funeral services will be held at 3:30 PM Friday at the First Methodist Church with burial in the city cemetery. Survived by his widow two daughters Mary Darnell and Mrs C J Coolidge and one son Benjamin Darnell. Darnell resided in Decatur 37 years and was a real estate worker for part of that time. He collapsed in his yard after returning from work and died despite medical aid.

Alexander S. Darnell Twin City Line Street 1St Methodist Church Tyler First Methodist Church C. C. Davison Decatur Baptist Church City Cemetery Brown J. S. Patterson James A. Nelson D. D. Burleson William Perie Charles Grayson Andrew Ellner Leon Robinson Frank Vaughn C. J. Coolidge Mary Darnell Benjamin Darnell Decatur Darnell Louisville and Nashville Railroad Company Milledgeville Garland

Final Warning Issued on Delinquent Taxes by City Clerk

Assistant City Clerk John Wilks delivers a final warning to citizens delinquent in their taxes. A list of names appears with the notice, signaling imminent action if payments are not made.

John Wilks

Opening Gun Sounds Campaign For Women’s College

Ministers and lay leaders in the Northern Conference of the Methodist Episcopal church South gather at the Albany Y M C A to launch a half million dollar drive for Woman’s College Montgomery. Zone 1 leaders and alumni urge strong backing as district campaigns plan actions for April 25 to May 2 led by F. L. Jackson.

Northern Conference The Methodist Episcopal Church South Albany Woman’s College Montgomery Ala C. J. Randolph Huntsville Secilalbeis Albany-Decatur Florence Russellville Jasper M. E. Church George Boyd J. Robertson Decatur Hawkins Huntsville B. Aldridge Haleyville Alabama L. P. Troup Church Methodist Church Elizabeth Reed Penn Hartselle Marjorie Pointer Imogene Winton George A. Lancaster J. L. Goyer L. P. Trokp J. H. Walston W. F. Esslinger L. P Pou F. L Jackson Birmingham

Dog Head From Florence Shows Positive Test

The head of a dog sent from Florence for examination showed a positive result to determine if the animal was involved. The report references Tennessee authorities and the veterinary inquiry surrounding the specimen.

Florence Tennessee

Buckner seeks trial without jury on scofflaw cases

Federal District Attorney Buckner urged the Senate liquor committee that New York cannot enforce Prohibition without allowing police court trials. He warned against under jury trials, citing vast trade value and large volumes of liquor diverted for non Prohibition uses. Chicago figures on crime poverty and drunkenness were presented to illustrate Volstead Act effects.

Washington Buckner New York Senate Liquor Committee Fenally Cook County Chicago George F. Brennan Illinois Senate Anton J. Cermak Cook County Board

Physicians Meet in Bessemer for Northwestern District Gathering

A group of Morgan County doctors will travel to Bessemer Friday for the Northwestern district quarterly meeting of the Medical Association of Alabama. The event, hosted by the Bessemer Clinical Club, will be held at the YMCA auditorium with prominent specialists leading discussions on sexual topics.

Morgan County Bessemer Medical Association of Aubama Bessemer Clinical Club

Mrs Golden Dies In Auto Accident

Mrs Anthony Golden of Fort Wayne Indiana sister of Mrs John Arantz of Decatur was killed instantly Tuesday evening in an automobile accident according to telegraphic advices received by relatives there.

Anthony Golden Fort Wayne Ind John Arantz Decatur

Mint Machine Case To Be Heard In County Court Here

A Morgan County court will hear a case challenging the legality of mint machines. Three defendants, previously paying with mints and occasional chips redeemable for cash or merchandise, await the decision on whether such devices are permissible.

Morgan County

Robinson amnesia case shocks Harvard student found in Rochester

Harvard freshman Douglas Robinson aged 21 was found dazed in Rochester with amnesia after a week missing from Boston. A patrolman summoned help and doctors said he is recovering, fearing family publicity. Police examine diary names William Johnson and Jane Kelly with a note about April 30.

Navy Pilal Harvard University Washington Boston Fitzhugh Street St. Mary’s Hospital Douglas Robinson Rochester Robinson William Johnson Second Street Jane Kelly

Morgan County Medical Society Holds Called Meeting Today

A called meeting of the Morgan County Medical Society is set at the Morgan County health unit beginning at 2 30 this afternoon.

Morgan County Medical Society Morgan County Health Unit

Exhumed Body Reveals Neck Break in Murder Case

Somerville police hold Dan Oldacre on murder charges after the exhumation of Roscoe Tapscott's body showed a broken neck. Initial reports had suggested death by freezing while intoxicated. Authorities also examined Willie Taylor's body, exhumed yesterday, with his stomach removed for medical analysis.

Dan Oldacre Morgan County Roscoe Tapscott Somerville T. C. Almon Tapscott Almon Oldiere Willie Taylor B. B. Ross Auburn

Road Condition Dispute Over Decatur to Courtland Route

Travelers dispute the state highway commission assessment claiming the Decatur to Courtland stretch is not fair and reporting mud splattered drivers find the road nearly impassable. The Courtland Town Creek segment is under construction while the Town Creek bridge area toward Colbert County is said to be in good condition.

Decatur Tuscumbia State Highway Commission Courland Courtland Town Creek Colbert County Morgan County

Albanian Daily Editorials Reflect Brisbane's Opinions

The Albanian Daily presents Mr Brisbane's daily editorials as the sentiments of the newspaper's highest paid editorial writer. The paper notes it does not necessarily concur with his views but offers them as indicative of his stance.

Brisbane Alban Catur

Coolidge Era Economic Team Backed by Mellon Efficiency

The text touts President Coolidge and Secretary Mellon as a strong team for the United States. It claims tax cuts will yield a $270,000,000 year end surplus with all expenses covered and a $750,000,000 reduction in the national debt, praising efficiency and noting Mellon’s business knowledge.

Coolidge New England Mellon United States

Potential 1928 Presidential Paths Mentioned in Press

The piece suggests Coolidge could seek a second term if he stays in office, implying a third-term question would vanish if he runs. It notes Mellon as a strong second choice and portrays the nation as a vast business deal needing a capable executive. It also mentions Ziwar Pasha’s Cairo cabinet rejecting John D. Rockefeller Jr.’s offer to fund a grand project.

Coolidge Mellon Ziwar Pasha Cairo John D. Rockefeller, Jr

Posses Search For Assailants In Madisonville Robberies

Madisonville police and posses searched the countryside for two unidentified Black suspects after a man and a 16 year old girl were robbed and assaulted near the country club. A similar earlier holdup and attempted attack had occurred about ten days before with several suspects arrested then released. One suspect from the latest incident was thought to be in Earlington.

Madisonville Adair Stum Mobile Ala Stum Madisonville Country Club Earlington

Austin to Leave Office for Private Practice

Dr. B F Austin district health officer for the United States Public Health Service will resign and enter private practice in Huntsville according to a report. The note appears incomplete, but indicates a career transition away from federal service.

B. F. Austin United States ‘ Bie Health Service Huntsville

Attorney of Government Cleared in Federal Court Verdict

John C. Forney of Moulton Lawrence County was acquitted in a federal court trial over government purchases tied to land acquisitions for a large forest reservation. The case centered on his role as attorney for the government and involved purchases across Lawrence and neighboring counties. Friends welcomed the verdict as a vindication of his lengthy public service and academic pursuits in the county.

John C. Forney Moulton Lawrence County Mr. Forney Forney Big U . Forest Reservation Chenautt Lawrence

Women of Huntsville Meet to Plan Progress

Women from Florence Sheffield T-ville Athens and Huntsville gather at Westminster Presbyterian Church for an initial session to discuss aims and actions. A public popular meeting is planned for the evening to invite wider attendance and support.

Huntsville Westminster Presbyte Law Church Florence Sheffield Tville Athens Hun

T. S. Martin Dies After Long Illness

T. S. Martin, aged 69, of 5 Spruce Street, died after a four year illness on Wednesday afternoon. Funeral services were led by Rev. C Dawkins with interment at the city cemetery. He is survived by his wife and four sons J A Martin and T. A. Martin of Birmingham, W. Martin of Trussville, and Mrs R C Ingham.

Ernoon Phil Spruce Street Martin Rev. C. Daw City.com J. A. Martin Eecy A. Martin Birming Trussville W. Martizany R. C. Ingham

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Nebraska Solonplaning Dispatch Alex Darnell Barry M. P. Barry Wethersfield Penitentiary Connecticut Gerald Chapman Chapman Scofflaw Golden Arthur Brisbane the Star Co Albany-Desatur Daily MR. Mellon Senato Florence Allen Florence Atof Ohio Supreme Court Frank B. Willis Allen Ohio Supreme Young Man Austin North Bi Ae T. S. Martin
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