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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Aug 12, 1913

Page

3

Former Gov Lind and Mexican officials hold pacificatory talks

Former Minnesota governor John Lind arrived in Mexico City as adviser to the United States. Mexican Foreign Secretary Federico Gamboa issued a conciliatory statement. A definite plan for commercial paper to be accepted as security by the Treasury is postponed until a final conference with Far Western bankers on Thursday.

John Lind Minnesota Mexico City United States Em- Dagey Federico Gamboa Treasury Department

Senate uneasy over tariff bill progress and talks

The Senate majority is perturbed over the failure to advance the Tariff Bill and informal conference with the minority has not yielded assurances of immediate action.

Senate

Ferdinand urges army to carry on work for future

In a royal address King Ferdinand tells the army Bulgaria yielded under pressure but urges soldiers to leave a record for future generations. Other items note a My provide update on a Kansas shooting case and various political and legal developments from across the nation.

Bulgaria Ferdinand

Jackson and Cobb Sprint for League Lead in Close Race

The contest between Joe Jackson and Ty Cobb for the top percentage in the American promises a thrilling showdown. Jackson currently holds the edge over Cobb as the season nears its peak, with the Georgian Nap and the fiery Tiger battling closely. Dixie pride stands with Jackson, a fervent Southerner, amid a race that could shake the standings.

Joe Jackson Ty Cobb Nap Fiery Tiger Dixie Josephens Jackson

Why Not A Post Season Series For Dixie Fans

A proposal suggests a post season series between the Southern League pennant winner and the South Atlantic winner to stir southern sports interest. Objections cite early college football undermining baseball and harsh deadlines as fans await warm weather for next season.

Dixie

Decatur Baseball Talk Sparks Town Curiosity

A visitor questioned Decatur's ability to support a ball team this year. The exchange grew heated as residents joked about the town's limits and a Huntsville source. The remark linked to whiskey and light headedness, sparking local amusement.

Veteran pitchers eyed for World Series clash in hints of 1911 echoes

The article notes Joe Woods and Walter Johnson unlikely to reach the World Series this year while Old Jack Coombs may attend if his army team recovers. It recalls Jack's fast pitching that once outpaced the New York Giants in 1911.

Joe Woods Walter Johnson Jack Coombs Jack New York Giants

Austinville Moulton Face Off In Twin Saturday Showdowns

Austinville and Moulton clash in a mortal contest after Moulton swept the August 2 meetings 4 to 2 and 1 to 0. Austinville entices Lawrence County peers for revenge in two games set at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Austinville Moulton Lawrence County

Basketball League Plan Seeks Organizer

Hope rises for a new city basketball league as many express support but no one volunteers to lead the effort. Community organizers urge a willing person to step forward and take charge of forming the league.

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