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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1913

Page

2

Advertising Rates Prompt Copy Deadline Notice

Advertisers must submit copy to the office by noon on the publish day to ensure timely service. The notice emphasizes the noon deadline for desired publication.

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Morgan County Sheriff and State Senate Primary Candidates

Announcement notices authorize Harvey H. Wright as sheriff candidate for Morgan County and J A Foreman as sheriff candidate for Morgan County both pending the Democratic primary. ND F Green is a candidate for State Senator for the Second district covering Morgan and Lawrence counties.

Harvey H. Wright Morgan County ND. F. Green Morgan Lawrence J. A. Foreman

Partnership grows in West over Spitz Baldwin and Ben Davis apples

Observers in the West note a developing partnership on the merits of Spitz, Jonathan Baldwin, and Ben Davis apples. The scene shows thoughtful people encouraging progress while competition among apple growers is narrowly praised or condemned.

West Spitz Jonatha Baldwin Ben Davis Comdemed

Standard Oil Cuts Gasoline Rate in St Louis Third Time

The Standard Oil Company lowers its St Louis gasoline price for the third time, latest cut being a half cent per gallon. The reductions may push St Louis residents to travel to other regions where gasoline costs more.

Standard Oil Company St. Louis

Quote on gender roles sparks future tense debate

An ironic quip targets Lord Northcliffe’s claim that no self-respecting man will be dominated by a woman. The remark notes the assertion presumes a future shift while observing that many men currently yield to women in various spheres.

Lord Northcliffe

Sociologists converge on new lines of social theory

Sociologists and scholars pursuing varied theoretical paths seem to be arriving at a convergent view on core social processes, signaling a shift in the field. Experts weigh implications for research methods and policy relevance across disciplines.

Home Upholds Its Role in Nurturing and Perfecting Society

The home stands as the primary institution for upbringing, protection, and improvement of character, forming the core of social stability and personal virtue.

Taxable income dissenters face reduced reporting

The article notes that those without taxable income may not be asked to report to the government, which could deprive many of the chance to share their views on the current tax and government spending situation.

Fashion predicts blue evening wear for men may rise

The piece notes blue evening clothes for men as a forecast but says men are cautious. It suggests rental shops could drive change if renters insist on the shift.

Bridge Commission Says Report Ready Soon

The river bridge building committee continues compiling data from multiple sources and plans to publish the findings in a few days.

River Bridge Building Committee

Decatur High School Begins Drama Club Initiative

The Decatur Daily notes the high school has started presenting school performances and hopes this marks the start of a long-awaited dramatic club. It urges development of local dramatic talent during the high school years.

Decaturs Daily Decaturs High School Decaturs

Consumption Or The Great White Plague

The excerpt notes Consumption or the Great White Plague kills many yearly. It cites authorities estimating around 200 000 deaths globally and references various forms and impacts discussed by medical experts of the period.

Dread Tuberculosis Page Essay Warns of Cruelty and Spread

The author argues tuberculosis is a daily killer, exposing its brutal cruelty and long illness. It cites vast infection potential, social costs, and races through youth, urging fresh air, cleanliness, and education to curb transmission. The piece emphasizes inherited risk is a myth and calls for public health action.

Preachers urge fight against consumption and misuse of alcohol

A column argues every citizen has duty to spread anti tuberculosis gospel and curb dissipation. It claims distributing literature on consumption can prolong life and brighten homes, equating helpful acts with living the gospel.

Savily

Advertisement pricing fragment prompts brief note

Fragmentary OCR entry shows fragmented pricing terms for ads. Phrases mention rates like 26 cents and durations such as 1 week 1 month. Lacks coherent narrative or clear entities beyond generic ad terms.

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