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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1915

Page

5

Decatur Firm Joins Southern Wholesale Dry Goods Meet

W H Aycock of Decatur attends the Southern Wholesale Dry Goods Association meeting at the Gulf Fishing and Hunting Club Mobile with delegates from Nashville Birmingham Montgomery New Orleans Meridian and other cities. The event aims to improve trade ethics and efficiency in the Gulf region.

Alabama Decaturs W. H. Aycock Davia and Ferry Streets Mobile Southern Wholesale Dry ‘Goody Asweration Nannville Birmingham Montgomery New Orleans Meridian Aycock Decatura Gulf Fishing and Hunting Club Dog River Gulf Mr. Aycock Mobile Register Charles T. Sullivan Wetherly- Armsted-McKennie, Company Greene Benton J. 8. Reeves and Company W. Lewis Davis Harris, Davis and Company Nashville New Decatur Murray Brown Goodall, Brown and Company George Johnson Johnson Dry Goods Company Charlies C. Cahn Phil Baum Steiner, Lobman Dry Goods Company Bernard Frank Bernard Frank and Company Fred Solomon Solomon Brothers and Kahn Mr. Scheuer Scheuer, Wise and Company Selma Simon Klein Winner, Klein and Company Leon Schwartz Schwartz Brothers and Company Emil Goldstein Louis, Goldstein and Sons Company Sig Loeb Levy, Loeb and Company A. G. Tebo B. P. Hardie Williams, Richardson and Company Pullock Dry Goods Company D. R. Dunlay Mercantile Company Bloch and Neuburger

British Forces in Serbia Retreat Reported

London dispatch says Sir Thomas McNamara informed the House of Commons that British troops in Serbia have retreated.

International News Service London House of Commons Thomas McNamara Serbia

Phone 46 and Subscribe for the Proaturs Baily

A brief item urges readers to call Phone 46 and subscribe to the Proaturs Baily, signaling ongoing publication and reader engagement.

Proaturs Baily

Berlin says final work on recall of diplomats

Berlin reports the final decision hinges on today or tomorrow and the United States will not disclose evidence justifying the recall of Boy Ed and Von Papen. Von Iantorff has told Berlin he will not assume responsibility, while officials expect Germany to avoid a diplomatic break and withdraw the diplomats to close the incident.

Washington Dec Berlin United States von Iantorff State Department Germany

Farmer awarded damages after mule runaway suit

Ry Smith, a farmer, sued Wiley Stewart for 5000 dollars claiming Stewart frightened his mules near a Virginia location caused them to run away and injure him. In Morgan County court, Smith received 317 dollars instead of the requested amount.

Ry Smith Wiley Stewart Morgan County An and Equity Smith Stewart

Bulgarians Capture Dibra and Advance in Serbia

Bulgarian war office announced Dibra in southwestern Serbia has fallen. Roeni, ten miles from Osh rider, was also occupied as Bulgarian troops push toward Osh rider. French forces are reported to be retreating on both sides of the Volga.

Sofia Dec Dibra Serbia Bulgarian War Office Oshrider Roeni Bul Tars Volga

Removing Bad Odors From Cheese Train Yes

Bacon Wisconsin ships a daily trainload of cheese out of state to mask odors. An observer notes residents will smell the flowers beyond the area, implying the odor is intentional.

Wisconsin Egbert

Wife’s Opinion Claimed By Mr Meekton In Quarrel

A friend quotes Mr Meekton claiming his opinions belong to his wife not himself. The exchange reveals tension as the friend cites his supposed egotism while Mr Meekton clarifies the remarks reflect his wife’s views.

Mr. Meekton

Hotel Guests Listed Among Attendees

A guest list from the hotels includes Harry Parker Pullman Omian Baker Ih Ala Minn Lile Trin it Ala B. Stewart Hartpotie F B Albart St. Louis FB Crom Montgomery Hames Alea Birch Birmingham J A Fitzpatrick Philadelphia A J Brome Montgomery HB 8 Wilcox Chicago Claude Smith Chattanongs James T Moore Columbia W M Sharp Atlanta RK M Connapple Memphis Miss M L Daney Huntsville N N Northeroas Corinth names.

Harry Parker Pullman Ato Omian Baker Minn Lile Trinit B. Stewart Hartpotie Ala F. B. Albart St. Louis FB. P. Crom Montgomery W. Hames Alea. Birch Birmingham Mra J. A. Fitzpatrick Philadelphia A. J. Brome Rebels Mia Wilcox Chicago K Claude Smith Chattanongs Tenn James T. Moore Columbia, Tenn W. M. Sharp Atlanta, Ga RK. M. Connaple Memphis Miss M. L. Daney Huntaville N. N. Northeroas Corinth Mien

Willoughby Presbyterian Evangelistic Services Grow

The Wil loughby Presbyterian church reports rising interest in evangelistic services. A young man professed faith last night and attendees respond to Mr Tyler’s plain gospel preaching. Daily services and a seven Eighth time on Sunday invite men and boys to hear “What Man A Man.” Dr Tyler brings extensive lecturing experience and aims to reach men.

Willoughby Presbyterian Church Tyler

Penalty Accrues on Auto Licenses Soon

Morgan county faces overdue vehicle taxes with about two thirds of owners unpaid. The state license inspector will visit Morgan county in the coming days and delinquent owners must pay a fifteen percent penalty.

Morgan County

Dr Carswell Returns to Residence After Illness

Dr. F. L. Carswell has moved back his residence at 612 East Walnut Street after complete recovery from illness. He had been treated at hospital for more than two months and the physician closed his residence during treatment. He has resumed practice though not fully well.

F. L. Carswell East Walnut Street Carswell

Popular Postmaster Leaves for Washington

Decaturation delegates join national rivers and harbors congress to boost Pepnessge river project. E H Allison W Hall J W Pole and Mr yvewilay form the Decatur delegation alongside several hundred others from along the Tennessee river.

Decatur Decaturs Washington National Rivers and Harbors Congress E. H. Allison W. & Hall J. W. Pole Pola Tennessee River

Death of 78 year old Dr Wells noted in Birmingham

Dr. H M Wells aged 78 died in Birmingham on Monday. Funeral and interment were held in Decatur on Tuesday. He was a longtime Methodist minister and former pastor of Ninth Street Methodist Church in Decatur, loved for his manly virtues and kindness.

Birmingham

Red Cross Seal Jingle Urges Holiday Support

A Christmas shop jingle promotes Red Cross seals with cheerful wording urging shoppers to buy at the store. The appeal highlights improving health and supporting their brother’s plea for aid.

Red Cross

Diamond From the Sky at Delite Theatre Tomorrow

Chapter 26 of the popular serial featuring Irving Cummings will be shown at the Delite Theatre tomorrow in the first live appearance before a local audience this week.

Delite Theatre Irving Cummings

The Brink Masterpiece at Delite Theatre Today

A four part Mutual Masterpiece depicts a millionaire's son drawn to gambling and crime. Temptations lure him from home, he joins jewel thieves, and is redeemed by a loving girl. Bold sensational drama from New York Motion Picture Corporation.

New York Motion Picture Corporation Delite

Southern Taxes Paid in Morgan County This Morning

The Southern railroad paid Morgan county 3481 in taxes this morning. The Louisville & Nashville is expected to pay about 21000 soon, lifting the total to about one fourth of the taxes. Tax Collector Chas Robertson says the treasury will improve in a few days as this year’s tax collection surpasses last year’s pace.

Southern Railroad Morgan County Louisville & Nashville Chas. Robertson Louisville & Vile

Red Cross Seals Aid Safety and Care in TB Tale

A nineteen year old Indiana compositor, sole income for her grandparents, dies of tuberculosis after hiding symptoms. She slept on a pallet raising fear of spread, was refused sanatorium care, and is now cared for at home with Red Cross relief funds while taking precautions to prevent infection.

Red Cross Indiana

Y M C A Workers Accused of Violating Election Law

The Decatur canvass for funds by the Y M C A faces scrutiny under the state law banning charities from soliciting funds for candidates. Reportedly, some candidates are profiting while others smile, though prosecutions are not expected.

Y.M.C. A Decaturs Young Men's Christian Association

Mexican factions clash near Esqueda Sonora

Reports from Agua Prieta say Obregon's army forced a dawn assault on Rodriguez troops near Esquad a Sonora. Rodriguez forces were defeated and driven into hills as Villistas retreat with many provisions and rifles captured.

Obregon Fronteas Rodriguez Sonora Chihauhuu Agua Prieta

Germans Reach Greek Frontier Town of Kenali

Berlin dispatch from Florina reports German troops have reached the Greek frontier and occupied the railway town of Kenali on the southern front, signaling a contested advance in Greece.

Athens Florina Teutonic Kenali

Deplores German Attacks on America by Mexican Editor

Amsterdam reports that Mexican editor Harden of the Zekunit denounces German attacks on the United States. He condemns anti American mass meeting participants calling them a pack of scown drels and says their conduct disgusts every right thinking German and disgraces Germany before the world.

International Dewn See Amsterdam U. S Mexmiliam Harden Zekunit Germany

English Lose 634 Killed in Mesopotamia Battle

Official British report from London states 634 men killed and 3330 wounded in the clash with Turkish forces at Ctesiphon in Mesopotamia. The House of Commons received the casualty figures from the latest battlefield dispatches.

International News Service London House of Commons Ctesiphon

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