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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1912
Page
2
In New Decatur Alabama a call is made to business leaders to unite and form a Decatur commercial club extending to New Decatur. The piece highlights local unity, progress, and the benefits of organizing to advance the community and economy. Oscar Underwood is noted as the presidential candidate in 1916.
The former Mississippi governor Vardaman weighs in on the Richmond melee. He notes his past stance toward the law, hints at pro lynching elements in his base, and avoids defending mob violence while criticizing unequal hangings of Black defendants. He contrasts Southern governors and comments on mob psychology versus due process.
The Louisville Courier Journal decries Mississippi mob violence and political rhetoric by Blease and Vardaman. It argues lynching is indefensible, notes no one was indicted, and asserts juries in the South sometimes convict less harshly than in other regions. The piece warns mob sentiment harms justice and politics.
In Hammond Alderman Arthur Schultz’s rooster Bat Neson defeated Duke the pit bull owned by Mike Wartmont on Main Street before a crowd over 100. Bat then reportedly tried to attack Patrolman Lamb who vowed to jail Bat only with lions. The scene drew fears of a murder and stirred public reaction.
White Orpingtons 20 birds including pullets and cockerels offered for sale. They are winter layers of fine size and snow white plumage and priced to move.
Fifteen liquor dealers are ordered to appear Monday morning before the Law and Equity Court to show cause why they should not be punished for contempt. Chief Deputy Sheriff H. H. Wright serves the citation. Alleged violators are accused of resuming business and using bar fixtures despite injunctions. Jones Brindley is cited to appear Friday as the first violator.
The article describes Duke’s gameness as he howled like a Bereaved coyote after being struck. Bat and Mike were jailed overnight. the Sunday fight led to a police court arraignment on Monday. Justice Burnett dismissed the case and granted Bat the freedom of the city for his great victory.
Citizens are invited to see improvements at city hall and the fire department as officials promote low cost cleaning and remodeling. The mayor is personally overseeing the work and daily walks are encouraged to observe progress. Christmas candy ads from Nunnallys and Lowneys appear in the notice.
John Brake, convicted last week in the Law and Equity Court for manslaughter in the first degree and sentenced to five years, was released today on a $5,000 bond awaiting Court of Appeals decision. He was charged with killing Ernest Brothers at Hartseller several weeks ago.
Munich reports the death of Prince Luitpold Prince Regent of Bavaria and uncle of the king at age ninety one after several weeks of illness bronchitis cited as the cause. He became regent in 1866 due to King Ottos mental illness and served in that role for decades.
Mrs. Charlotte Perkins Gilman cites wasteful bias in the idea that married women must choose between home duties and salaried labor. She argues the value of domestic workers varies with training and costs of living, urging a measured comparison of a woman’s labor at home versus salary potential.
The Salvation Army in the Decaturs plans a substantial Christmas dinner for every poor family and child, a yearly custom. Citizens are asked to donate food, clothing, and money to Oak Street headquarters or call a representative to arrange delivery. Ensign Henderson urges immediate donations so the city’s needy can rejoice on Christmas Day.
Paint and whitewash rejuvenate fire department and city hall as the mayor drives improvements in New Decatur. Residents see work like fresh coats of paint and improved appearances under a broader city effort.
An Alabama drug store in Decatur promotes a skin remedy with a personal guarantee. The ad claims quick relief and urges customers to try the product at no cost, asserting the treatment will work and benefit the business.
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