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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1920
Page
2
Text fragment outlines subscription rates for a carrier by mail, three months, with payment details and references to mailing options. The readable portion suggests a periodical pricing note or mailing instruction, but specific figures and context are missing.
In Alabama the Montgom ery Constitution and other papers discuss the role of newspapers in elections. They note editors decide how to use columns to reach readers without advocating specific candidates. The shift reflects evolving advertising and business models in the press. Huntsville.
The Huntsville Times reports endorsements in Alabama politics. Patterson for attorney general and Sammy Kennedy for the Public Service Commission are urged by business leaders to act in the state’s best interests.
Distinguished visitor J. B. Pierce of Huntsville attends the Times office as a candidate for delegate to the National Democratic convention. He is praised for his genial manner, wide appeal, and potential to represent his people with credit if selected.
E Heley of Little Piper Coal Co. in Birmingham calls the auto show a credit to a city of many times its size. He lauds promoter B L Malone for indomitable energy and the public reception at home and distant observers.
A fragmented report links a South African illness lamalekte or lame sickness to parasitic or chemical poisoning from wilted vegetables passed under abnormal conditions. It suggests weather effects and wilting as factors in the disease outbreak.
Four bandits robbed the Gibbons Construction payroll in Veland on April 10, stealing about $3,500. Police launched an immediate investigation into the bold heist.
A damaged OCR note mentions a Morgan bank building and three seated areas affected by disease and illnesses. Local authorities have not released full details.
The report lists winners from Morgan County and surrounding schools in events including jumping, pole vault, batting and throwing, and running. Notable top performers include Rountree MCHS in multiple events, Hartselle and Falkville athletes, with school totals showing MCHS leading in points.
Gotham tube workers join a strike as President Wilson is expected to name the wage board under the Cummins Esch bill to oversee railroad wages. The move signals federal action on labor disputes and potential industry impact.
Incoming information warns of a general railway strike across all railroad trades if the Railway Employee Department convention of the American Federation of Labor, meeting Monday in Kansas City, fails to avert action by union leaders.
The report notes higher food prices in New York as officials in charge of major packing houses report scarce meat and limited shipments. Milk and perishables remain among the few goods arriving, with old potatoes rising from 10.50 to 15 per bag amid the acute situation.
Paid political advertisement announcing Ed B Almom for Congress. text mentions authorization and campaign location details though garbled.
A reader reports using adhesive plaster to cover clamps on a food chopper to stop dark marks from washing. The method also holds up to repeated dishwashing and is endorsed by Good Housekeeping.
Fragmentary notice indicates a May 1920 primary election in or near Madison and Cone areas with details about an individual J F Lence.
A terse notice invites supporters to a May 11 convention in San Francisco and solicits votes, urging active participation and appreciation for the action.
Citizens of Ve as 8 contribute for Collector of Morgan County. A. Robinson authorized to solicit support for Democratic candidate for Tax Collector. Your vote is requested at the upcoming election to support the nominee in the party action.
Readable fragments mention a candidate and a date but details are missing. The text implies scheduling or election context without clear names or places. Further content is needed to produce a precise card.
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