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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1913
Page
1
Real estate men in Decatur report prices climbing fast as demand grows and industries expand. Property bought days ago can double in value, with Second Avenue example rising from three thousand per fifty feet to one thousand per ONE FOOT in under ten years.
Harry C. Stafford stars in The Winner a race track story directed by Daly at the Delite. Stafford a former professional rider and stage actor is joined by Bob Daly and Archie Zimmer stable horses including Iron Horse and Dougn Hill in a film praised for originality and engaging racing realism.
Ex-Gov B B Comer will likely address the public at the Masonic theatre on Tuesday night the sixteenth. Engagements have nearly all been completed for this appearance.
The body of W. T. Perry, who died Wednesday at his Ninth Street South home, was sent to Campbell Station for interment today in the family graveyard. He is survived by several daughters and a son.
Deputy Sheriff Harvey Wright returned from Hartsel after two weeks tackling burglary cases. One boy is jailed here on complicity charges and Wright says stronger evidence points to additional suspects. He aided Hartsel police as they hunted the culprits.
D A R delegates close their deliberations with warm goodbyes and praise for Decatur residents. The conference installed state officers including state regent Mrs J V Allen Birmingham and state vice regent Mrs J G Winter Montgomery. Resolutions praised community courtesies to the street railway officials and press and highlighted educational efforts in Birmingham led by Professor Phlitzs helper group.
The Northern Division of State Christian Endeavors held two sessions at the Hat Presbyterian Church in Decatur. The first, four to six, featured actresses from Ensley and Courtland and a local Endeavors presentation. Last night Rev Brewbaker and others spoke on "Remability" and past work with hopes for future plans led by the state president. The church were decorated with flowers and emblems for visitors. The state convention will be held in March.
At a full meeting of the directors the Bank of Commerce announced a 6 percent dividend for the past nine months and a reserve was set aside. The next directors meeting is scheduled for January 1, 1914.
The article notes the Tavern Elves and Mrs. Price drawing patrons as the tavern restores prosperity. It highlights floors, lights, and renovations under Chas. Malone with paint, paper, and plumbing improving the property.
A large invitee crowd attended the YMCA reception held last evening to welcome new members. The refurbished building glowed with new electric lights and fixtures as Apollo Glee Club contributed musical numbers and solos. Miss Blanche Todd and Miss Bassett performed, and a final round of good fellowship followed in the dining room.
Washington reports show Mexican humor magazines lampoon the United States as war looms. A Guadalajara piece mocks American soldiers as vain luxury lovers, noting tents luxuriously furnished and scented gear, while crying fear of looming conquest and territorial loss.
Representative Abercrombie introduced a bill in the House to appoint a survey board to select a suitable site for a naval armor plate plant near Tuscaloosa Alabama. He argued Alabama has abundant raw materials and favorable logistics making it an ideal location for a plant if the Navy builds one.
Deputy Sheriff Starvey Wright arrested George Talbert in Hartselle last night on vagrancy charges. He posted bond after being indicted by Morgan County Grand Jury.
Washington reports a December hearing before the House Rules Committee on a suffrage measure to create a standing committee. Anti suffrage leaders and supporters clashed as women from across the country voiced opinions on states rights and the impact of the ballot on wages and societal roles.
A message from a cherished former pastor praises the Decaturs Daily and memory of his Ninth Street Church tenure. He notes growth prospects, thanks Mrs. B. M. Bilis, and reflects on church relations as he departs, with continued fellowship among local pastors.
Baltimore December 5 A hospital romance ends in marriage as Joseph McHugh an engineer married Miss Agnes Broschart a nurse at St. Josephs Hospital. McHugh earlier injured a hand on the Virginia suffering blood poisoning and received care at the hospital where he and Miss Broschart grew close before the quiet ceremony conducted by Rev Francis viesigdioen at St Mary Star of the Sea Church.
The notice warns that only fifteen shopping days remain before Christmas. Merchants urge buyers to shop now to avoid stock shortages and delays. It cautions against waiting for later and notes the impact on customers and space usage in ads.
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