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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1923

Page

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High Court Sought on State Court Branch and Adjournements

Proceedings discuss whether a Morgath County branch court at Hartselle may be created to hear the bill case. Attorneys argue for higher court review and prompt trial while objections target building adequacy and revenue board approvals within twelve months of Morgath County court creation.

Lynne Hada Lowe Tapia Jowe Hartar Ee Cnl Hartselle Wade Harts@lle Fielding Court Board of Revenue Morgath County Morgat

Donated Lab Equipment Enhances Central High Chemistry

Mrs. R. H. Wolcott Cain and Wolcott Drug Store gifted a complete chemistry lab to Central High School in Decatur Alabama. The setup includes three student tables with gas water and sinks, an instructor desk, a hood for fumes, and a full supply cabinet serving 26 advanced chemistry students and 125 others. The memorial honors revered men and benefits thousands of local students.

Central High School R. H. Wolcott Hibbard South

Slaying Charge Filed in Theatrical Killing Case

Calvin officer at a Tus ast theater faces a formal murder charge tied to the killing of a Negro man identified as Piticér Swain. The incident occurred last night and follows an earlier theft alert involving police.

Flore Enga Calvin Theithief Policé Mame Swain Bisa

General Business onwounder Basis in wartime era

The passage notes General Business onwounder Basis and Associated Press reporting on a sounder postwar business climate. President Sevier addresses members of Associated Industries and discusses industry improvements and corruption concerns.

Associated Press Sevier Eitibers Associated Industries Industries

Ballot Deadlock Persists Over Senate Chairmanship

The Senate fails to elect a chairman for the Interstate Commerce Committee after Day Three ballots. Cummins stays at 89 with Smith at 39 and La Follette at seven, forcing another round of voting andan executive session adjournment.

Washington Senate Interstate Commerce Committee Cummins Iowa Smith South Carolina LaFollette Wisconsin LaPoiltia Wheeler Montana

Continental Tobacco Company Formed in New York

David A. Schulte announced the formation of Continental Tobacco Company Inc to manufacture cigarettes and smoking tobacco. The new firm plans to issue 200000 shares of no par value stock.

Associated Press New York David A. Schulte Continental Tobacco Company, Inc

Smugglers and Dry Forces Battle Christmas Rum Row

News dispatch reports a renewed clash between bootleggers and dry forces along the coast during the Christmas season. Coast guard cutters harass liquor landings while raiders disperse contraband cargo from the Bahamas and other points, as authorities expand patrols inland and shore-to-sea.

Associated Press New York Rum Row Bahamas St Rit Long Island Jersey Coast

Civic Unit Invites Football Teams for Neutral-Field Match

Central gymnasium hosts a proposed football game between Cullman and Florentine, with both teams boasting strong records. Local interest grows as neutral venue aims to reduce partiality and maximize attendance and profits despite scheduling conflicts in Birmingham.

Central Gymnasium Coffee Gotal Gulfman Florentines Central St. Bernard Cullman State Athletic Association Shelby Birmingham Florencé

Tennessee Valley Bank Named County Depository for 1924

The Tennessee Valley Bank was named the Morgan County depository for 1924 by the county board of fevuse. Most county banks bid on the deposits, except the Bank of Hartselle and City National Bank of Decatur. Bids ranged from 2.90 to 3 percent.

Tennessee Valley Bank Morgan County County Board of Fev Bank of Hartselle City National Bank of Decatur Morgan County National Bank Central National Bank Farmers and Merchants Bank of

Special clinic proposal from University doctors discussed

Physicians consider a University offered medicine and surgery course with eight clinics over two months. Up to twenty enroll, at $16 per person, or $15 if full statewide. Clinics would be held at a center weekly with Alabama doctors largely leading lectures. Professors from distant sites may be invited.

George H. Oui State University H. C. Ae Denny Decatur McRee University’ of Atasexe Feaedicine Venient O ‘McLester University of Alabama Welch State Department’ of Health Graduate School of Medicine James 8. McLester South 20Th Street Birmingham McLester

Princess theater opens with praised debut and local craft

The Princess theater opened Monday afternoon to strong attendance and praised performances. Owner Harry Sudekym oversaw smooth operations, with the Payne Lumber Co supplying the stage behind the seats and Decatur Cornice and Roofing Works crafting the entrance marquee. Present Amusement Co. prioritizes local purchases, and the theater reflects that commitment with quality construction and a city worthy playhouse.

Princess Theater Harry Sudekym Payne Lumber Co

Unique Dinner at Westminster Church Dinner

The Westminster Presbyterian church will host a unique dinner Wednesday evening at 6 o'clock. Men of the church will prepare and serve the meal for the women of the congregation, replacing the regular midweek prayer meeting with a social event led by Pastor Dr. L F Goodwin.

Westminster Presbyterian Church

Canton situation causes anxiety reaches Hong Kong

Five American Asiatic Fleet destroyers sail from Manila toward Hong Kong to cover Canton developments. The Perry leads the squadron with Polk Pillsbury Preston and Sicard, aiming to reach Hong Kong Thursday morning amid regional tensions.

Manila Dee Hong Kong Hese Canton Perry 43Rd Division Asiatic Fleet Polk Pillsbury Preston Sicard

Coolidge may get in primary fight in California

Washington desk reports Chief interesting note on Coolidge last fall. William Crocker a Republican national committeeman from California says Coolidge may face Hiram Johnson if he runs in the California primary. Frank W. Stearns of Boston announces campaign team including James B. Heatwole and William M. Miller. Regional leaders to be named with South likely under Mr Slemp. The president hopes to balance time in office with campaign duties.

Washington William Crocker Johnson Ote Crocker Mr. Coolidge Senator Johnson Coolidge California Hiram Johnson Congress William M. 3Ler Republican National Massachusetts Frank W. Stearns Boston Lewis James B. Heat Republican National Committee Butler Decein Stearns Slemp Virginia South

Newspaper brief on new features and figures

A terse note highlights new features with numeric figures 33 50 and 32 75 alongside entries for May 23 40 and January 32 75. Details are sparse but indicate adjustments or milestones in a local publication or firm.

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