Weather Reading Shows 93 and 75 Degrees
The day recorded a high of 93 and a low of 75 over the 24 hour period. The mercury rose to a warm daytime high with a mild overnight low in the latest local weather report.
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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1927
Page
15
Home Fire Destroys House Near Hartselle
A residence east of Hartselle burned Saturday night drawing a large crowd as flames were visible for miles. The report notes employment opportunities at Becatur for both men and women seeking work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Home
Hartselle
Hinton
Probate notices and property attachments listed in Morgan County
Probate Court administers for Estate of G B Summerford and Estate of Sarah L Summerford with claims due By law 1927. Writs attach desert property in Morgan County Alabama including Chandler Pride printing equipment and office furniture. Defendant Hugh Ballew in Sherman Texas addressed. writ issued noting 25 July 1927 and publication 26 Aug 1927.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah L. Summerford
L. P. Troup
Probate Court
Morgan County
Notice to Hugh Ballew in Morgan County suit
In the Circuit Court of Morgan County Alabama a writ of attachment issued July 19 1927 against Hugh Ballew. The attachment covers his right title and interest in real estate in Fairview Land Company's Addition to Decatur including House and Lots 6 7 and 8 Block 11 and parts of Wilder Place Lots 25 with E half and W half. The notice is by publication per Section 6179 Code 1923.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh Ballew
Circuit Court
Morgan County
Alabama
Code of Alabama
Igan County
Fairview
Land Company
Decatur
Wilder Place
Wilder
Moulton Highway Detours Resume As Work Advances
Rock and asphalt topping on the Moulton highway, under construction, will resume this week and detours will be necessary. The road, though open yesterday, shortened trips to less than an hour each way, a vast improvement from years past. Completion is expected before winter if weather stays favorable, reducing travel to about 40 minutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moulton
Road conditions improve cutting travel time to Decatur
Road conditions are improving into Decatur, reducing travel time and vehicle wear. The smoother trip means lower costs and better prices for the commodity transported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur
Buying and hiring at home spells prosperity
A compact summary notes that domestic spending and employment growth signal strong commercial prosperity for the economy, reflecting optimism in local markets and business confidence.
Yanks And White Sox Trade Talk For Third Baseman Kamm
New York Yankees manager Miller Huggins weighing a deal with Chicago White Sox to acquire third baseman Arne Kamm noted as the league’s top at the position. Talks with Sox manager Ray Schalk precede a possible package including Myles Thomas and a pitcher. Sox owner Charles Comiskey seeks bold moves to strengthen the club as Lazzeri and others are evaluated for infield needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
NEW York
Chicago White Sox
New York Yankees
Arene Wildie Kamm
Chicago
Joe Dugan
Miller Huggins
Yankees
Kamm
Lea- Ficeinn
Myles
Thomas
Huggins
Ray Schalk
Chisox
Charles Comiskey
Sox
Tony Lazseri
Fans Pan Poor John J. McGraw When Fired Players Become Stars
New York fans argue the Giants misplaced their faith in firing John J. McGraw as players, after Kent Greenfield found success with Boston. Ex Giants outfielder and pitchers earned new opportunities. The column notes a pattern of players thriving after leaving the team.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John J. McGraw
Leslie Mann Emerges as Star for Giants After Waiver Move
Leslie Mann, acquired from Boston on waivers, has rejuvenated the Giants and become a leading factor in recent play. At thirty four, he shows a fine arm and top speed, clocking a 10.25 second 100 yards in a recent outing and replacing Melvin Ott as a pinch runner on the western trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Giants
Leslie Mann
Boston
Mann
Giant
Melvin Ott
No Rainfall As Clouds Linger Locally
Weather bureau reports no rainfall in the last 24 hours despite lowered clouds. Thundery showers are forecast for the next day as forecasts indicate unsettled conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weather Bureau
City Engineer McCalla Expected This Week for Improvements
City engineer Colonel W. A. McCalla is expected this week to discuss figures on proposed improvements to be undertaken soon. The county held a meeting with Colonel McCalla and four more meetings to adopt the necessary ordinances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. McCalla
McCalla
Morgan Farmers Rally for Beat Prices in Decatur
Farmers in Decatur rally at Morgan urging better crop prices and fair market support. Officials and local growers attend as talks emphasize sustainable pricing and farm viability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur
Morgan
666 A Prescription Claimed for Malaria and Fever
An advertisement touts 666 as a remedy for malaria chills fever dengue and bilious fever claiming it kills the germs.
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