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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 22, 1914

Page

2

Shopping days left before Christmas in Decatur

Local notice lists newspaper mail rates and office details with a nostalgic header. It notes two more shopping days before Christmas and urges readers to report missed deliveries to receive prompt service. The item mentions subscription prices, editorial staff, and advertising deadlines.

Unclear excerpt hints at crime and economic talk

Fragmentary text mentions a possible blacklist and a police or security action. A federal statistician remarks on cost, suggesting a discussion of wages or price. The passage is garbled and lacks verifiable names, dates, or places.

Airship showman paid in half dollar amid wartime tension

An American citizen once paid a half dollar to witness an airship event. In a distant war zone observers report ongoing searches and persistent resistance, with locals noting continued defiance despite scarce resources.

Old Fashioned Man Who Voted for Teddy Roosevelt

A compact reminiscence tracks an elderly voter who supported Theodore Roosevelt. The piece reflects on his steadfast political stance, his era’s values, and how such loyalty stood out amid shifting parties and modern campaigns.

Teddy Roosevelt

French Budget Debate Touches on White Elephant

The French government signals a line on American white elephant assets while noting the item remains priced above par, keeping fiscal concerns alive.

Leaning Tower Maintains Neutrality Claim

A brief note states no charges have been filed alleging violation of neutrality by the Leaning Tower. It notes the situation remains unresolved and emphasizes neutrality remains uncharged at this time.

Watered stock and the American mule debated

A brief note questions the practice of watered stock and its impact on the American mule, highlighting concerns about value and origin.

New York Jury Acknowledges Unwritten Law Affects Sentencing

A New York jury has at last taken cognizance of the unwritten law. The written law does not always receive such tender consideration in the courtroom.

New York

Father’s Christmas Advice Prompts Quiet Season Reflections

A humorous reflection urges readers to seek guidance from Father as a way to view Christmas beyond cheer. The piece suggests looking to a familiar figure for perspective on the holiday’s meaning and mood.

Voice of the People column notice from Decatur Daily

The Decatur Daily invites brief non sectarian reader communications signed with real names. The editor reserves the right to reject any submission and no editorial endorsement is implied by printing.

Decatuars

Christmas Quiet in Louisiana and Mississippi Police Reports

Neither Louisiana nor Mississippi have reported any lynching this week according to local police logs. Investigations continue into isolated incidents and community safety measures are being emphasized by authorities to prevent violence.

Louisiana Mississippi

German Army Losses Reported in War Durations

The source notes that Germany has suffered 800000 men lost to combat wounds and disappearances since the start of the war and contrasts this with debates over Webster versus Sherman on definitions.

Webster Sherman

Car ranza Hugs the Sea Shore in Light Verse Note

Incidentally the figure V Car ranza, though not known for affection, continues to hug the sea shore in a playful aside reflecting coastal poetry and local humor.

V. Carranza

Fire Eater Gen Bar rytornant Plans Christmas Eve Incident

An old article hints Gen John Bar rytornant may plan one incident around Christmas Eve involving a fire eating act. The report suggests authorities monitor potential danger but provides few specifics.

John Barrytornant

It Isn't Your Town It’s You Calypso in Dysart Reporter 1920s

A fragment describes the Dysart Reporter annual edition with a front page poem titled It Isn't Your Town It’s You. The piece portrays locals and town activity from the year and invites readers to reflect on civic pride.

Dysart

Your town it’s you a call to build together

Fragmentary prose urges communal effort to raise a town from decline. Emphasizes shared labor, personal stake, and collective responsibility as neighbors can shape their future together. The tone calls readers to active involvement and ownership of their community.

Taxes on Personal and Real State Due in 1915 Penalty

Notice from Henry Hartung, Clerk, states taxes on personal and real estate are due and payable with a penalty for non payment after January 1 1915.

Ity Henry Hartung

Letter Praises Christmas Issue and Advertising Value

A Decatur reader commends the Christmas number for artistic make up and patriotic spirit. He notes advertising patronage is increasing and argues a progressive press, daily or weekly, is vital to the community and worth its cost.

New Decatur Advertiser Millonaire Jimmie Chas. Bassett

Women Suffrage Voices From Decatur Letter to Editor

A Decatur Daily reader, Viola Kaufman, argues that women have endured a long struggle for self development and the right to reason. She contends women must break mental and political bondage and that those who profit from subservience resist change. The piece frames suffrage as a milestone toward an age of reason.

Decaturs Daily Viola. Kaufman

Best Christmas Present from Chafin's Business College

A Christmas gift idea promotes Chafin's Business College training for over a thousand graduates. Graduates secure positions nationwide with yearly salaries from six hundred to five thousand dollars. John A. McIlhenney of the U S Civil Service Commission asks the college to prepare stenographers for vacancies in 1915-16. Phone 46 for inquiries.

Chafin Business College United States John A. McIlhenney United States Civil Service Commission Washington, D. C Fan

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