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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1920
Page
1
President Wilson considers the Allied Council plan for a U S mandate over Armenia but has not decided. Secretary Tumulty conducted a lengthy White House conference to review all data on Armenia as reports of troop costs and funding surface.
Press reports say the San Remo supreme council formally asks President Wilson for U S acceptance of a Armenia mandate. The United States reportedly resists a mandate citing cost and 25 000 troops, noting the League of Nations would not compel such action without Senate approval.
Athens dispatch reports Albanian forces overthrown by Turkish followers of Ashad Pasha and several towns occupied. The development follows activities in the Albanian theater as reported today.
The Supreme Court ruled in the government case against Reading Railroad and its mining affiliate to dissolve the monopoly on coal transportation. The decision bars monopoly practices in violation of the commodities clause of the anti trust laws and orders dissolution of the railroad and mining company.
The Supreme Court did not hand down a decision today on prohibition and will recess from May 3. The case involves LIQUOR DECISION wARE et al. The proceedings reference a court action and a planned May 3 recess.
An international news brief notes Massachusetts enacts a state index law affecting administration and tax taste policies. Officials indicate changes aim to streamline regulatory procedures and unify governance across departments. Local reactions vary as the measure proceeds through oversight.
Alabama Supreme Court ruling declares income is property under state constitution, voiding the state income tax. Extra legislative session deemed likely. S. A. Lynne of Decatur named potential speaker if social decision is chosen. Justices Somerville and Sayre led the opinion with several concurring and dissenting voices.
Reporter for several daily papers says A G Patterson of Albany leads incumbent Sam P Kennedy for president of the Public Service Commission. Patterson backed by many counties and business leaders. Kennedy conducting a vigorous, wide reaching campaign entering 60 of 67 counties and promising to visit every county before the primary.
Walter Clapton presides over a Kiwanis Klan smoker and meeting invitation urging Morgan Kiwanis Club members to attend with Albany chamber of commerce Tuesday at 7 30 p m to endorse and advance plans for constructing a bridge across the Tennessee.
A large crowd attended the opening of a revival at Albany's First Baptist Church led by Rev. R. F. Stuckey. Two individuals confessed faith and were received into the church as daily services continue through the week with sermons and old time prayer.
Albany begins the drive for a $50 prize by Federated clubs for the cleanest city in the state. Mayor A Dillehay urges public cooperation as city wagons collect rubbish and prizes are offered for the neatest lawns and backyards. Church leaders and Chamber of Commerce endorse the movement.
Augusta dispatch says Thomas Marksberry a youthful butcher who preached at times will stand trial for the murder of Jesse Gienn a young business man and close friend who visited Marksberry with several hundred dollars in his pocketbook the report notes a dismembered torso found buried likely connected to the case
The Farmers Union of Austinville local plans a public meeting Wednesday night April 28 at Austinville College. Speakers include C M Dinsmore J D Frenneh and Melvin Hutson with others invited to address farmers and union men. The event aims to boost unionism and attract the largest attendance yet in the county.
Chicago April 26. One of the most amazing burglar careers ends as Harry J. James, a second story man charged with theft totaling about $100000, is killed during a confrontation after a long history of high profile burglaries linked to a Chicago gang.
By William Philip Simms the article reports that President Wilson privately signals Democrats may run for the 1920 nomination with no White House statement before the June convention. Wilson is seen guiding the convention but not declaring a third term, planning a farewell address urging his principles on peace and the League. Bryan's influence is noted as potentially strong at the convention.
A large assembly from Athens Harris Station Mooresville Belle Mina and Limestone county communities will travel to Albany to attend a smoker and witness the bridge movement launch. Delegations from Lawrence county Hartselle Cullman and Huntsville will join Albany Decatur residents for what organizers call a historic North Alabama gathering.
On April 26 1920 Central Baptist church marked a red letter day with the A 1 pennant and award to the Sunday school from the Baptist Sunday school board Supt PD D Gibson and team praised for building a top south church program. Rain did not dampen unusually large attendance as the pastor began a series on the Paradies of Jesus and announced a 730 PM talk on The Parable of the Uplifted Eyes E G Johnson of Birmingham expected to lead song service more than a dozen professions of faith and fourteen new members amid revived church interest.
Vera Schneider a telephone operator was found dead on a porch in Pontiac Michigan under construction. Police say she sacrificed her life to defend her honor amid an early morning investigation and the case remains unsolved.
Showers and thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and tonight with cooler conditions tonight. Tuesday will be partly cloudy and cooler, with a continued drop in temperatures.
Crop notes for the week ending April 24 1920 report cool cloudy and rainy weather with several heavy rainfalls. Some plowing and planting occurred on uplands but lowland black belt fields were largely inaccessible. Poor germination seed rotting and slow vegetation growth are noted while fertilizer tag sales have paused though total sales exceed last year. Livestock sales continue but prospect is for reduced livestock products amid scarcity and high prices.
San Antonio dispatch reports 30000 rebels under arms against Carranza in Mexico with officials predicting over 100000 within two weeks. The revolutionaries claim to have verified reports while excluding unverified claims and note federal troops are withdrawing as armies retreat from Mazatlan.
From Guaymas Mexico April 26 reports say a large Carranza column led by Gen Murgui defending Tampico is enveloped by revolutionary troops loyal to Gen Gomez an Obregon follower Fears for Gen Murgui and his soldiers safety are voiced in Mexico City according to officials
The article notes federal lines 46 miles north of Mazatlan and a suggested decisive clash for control of Mazatlan. Federal deputy Jose Sanchez is reported to have revolted in Puebla, marking the first revolt report in that key state near Mexico City.
Attorneys expected a Supreme Court decision on the Namie case regarding Morgan County court jurisdiction to hear bail applications. The higher court earlier heard the attorney general’s petition seeking to permanently prohibit Judge Lowe from ruling on the bail application.
The Tuesday game between Albany High School and Florence has been postponed to Saturday. Details on the venue and kickoff time were not provided.
Alabama Public Service Commission hears Pullman Company petition for a 20 percent rate hike in Alabama. Proceeding opened today with officials weighing impact on consumers and utilities.
International news from London notes a government move resulting in 1 700 Irishmen interned at Wormwood Scrubs, with 174 reported as on hunger strike or refusing meals in protest amid wartime measures.
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