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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1915
Page
1
The report notes looming strike plans by British laborers over conscription policies linked to the Asquith program. It highlights potential new trouble on the labor front as enlistment efforts proceed.
London reports The Daily News warns that drastic conscription measures could fracture unity and unsettle the country. A cabinet meeting will discuss opposition from Irish National and Labour parties as a tentative plan to exclude Ireland faces hurdles with conscripts drawn from the working class.
Alabama sent Probate Judge W. Skeggs a check for five to six thousand dollars to cover Confederate pensions in Morgen county. About 400 pensioners exist in the county. New law requires warrants to be delivered in person to the veteran or a reliable relative in the same precinct, with proof the veteran still lives.
Representative Buchanan indicted in New York on an anti muni tion plot charge waited at his Washington office for the U S marshal with a certified copy of the warrant. He said he would not decide his course until the warrant was served and hinted at a possible fight over his rights as a member of the house.
Erie dispatch from Cettinje reports no submarine sunk off the Albanian coast in the Adriatic by a Montenegrin sailing vessel armed with a cannon.
A dispatch from London dated December 80 reports Varna and Traka under bombardment by Russian warships. The king's palace at Varna is shelled as German troops concentrate there amid the conflict.
Official canvass shows Birmingham tax increase amendment failing in Morgan County with 585 votes against and 232 in favor out of 917 total. Carried only in nine boxes including Decatur, New Decatur, Hurtsel, Somerville, Apperson, Austinville and Trinity.
International News Service from Berlin reports Germany officially recognizes the de facto Mexican government of Venustiano Carranza. The move solidifies recognition amid post revolution turmoil and aligns German policy with the new regime.
Paris dispatch reports Austrian destroyers Lika and Priglav sunk near Durazzo after clash with allied ships. A second Austrian destroyer Trigla was also destroyed by gunfire, with Lika previously misnamed as Litta in earlier records.
The Hague December 30 reports Germany preparing a large western front offensive. Thirty thousand reinforcements arrive at key points and fresh troops plus ammunition land on the Arras front. A heavy artillery buildup is to be concentrated at Turin with all residents ordered to evacuate.
Minister Schoemen reports Britain has released U S parcel post to Norway and all packages will be forwarded at once. The State Department’s protest had not been completed today.
A three day battle in western Montenegro along the Adriatic coast ends with an Austrian retreat from Reskovavera as warships pound shore targets. Thousands of shells are reported fired by both land and sea forces.
Estimates by brokers show John D. Rockefeller's wealth surged from 167 million to 421 million dollars after the Standard Oil dissolution and ensuing government action. The reports reflect the rapid changes in holdings and value amid antitrust developments during the period.
In Butte Montana a Salvation Army barracks was wrecked by a 25 pound dynamite blast early today. The nearby Tait and Finley hotels suffered heavy damage as 300 guests poured into the cold streets. No fatalities reported. investigators suspect sabotage by an Industrial Workers of the World group.
Decatur post office reports Christmas week as the busiest period yet with 1697 insured parcels handled. Post-master Crawford notes parcel post value and adds extra staff hours totaling about 28, aided by a parcel post sub-station delivering every package by noon on Christmas day.
Berlin reports that Emperor William is suffering from a non malignant ferunece. He is not confined to bed and receives daily front reports. Conferences with the foreign office and the general staff continue as usual.
Game Warden Hildreth reports from State Game Commissioner Wallace that all hunters must display valid licenses by Friday or face arrest. Licenses expire December 31 regardless of issuance date, making a 1916 license required to avoid arrest. Hildreth, appointed county warden, plans countywide deputy appointments and begins duties after the holidays.
Vienna reports officials fear a break with Austria could trigger a German break with the United States as the Ancona note dispute nears rupture. In Washington, Baron Zwiedinek and Count Von Bernstorff met with no government communication and awaited Vienna's reply. Penfield in Vienna offered no new word on timing or stance.
Dr. C. S. Chenault entertained more than forty guests yesterday at his Ninth Street home in Decatur for a family and Christmas dinner. The table showcased seasonal delicacies and a large turkey as the centerpiece with red and green decorations. Guests included Dr. S Chenault and family, Dr. F L Chenault and family, Dr. W M Chenault and family, Rev Mrs Livingston T Mays, C L Price, E J Fenn, Prof J M Collier and Mrs M E Ellis.
Announcement says L and N railroad shops here will be closed today and tomorrow for New Year observance. Officials note shops have already worked as many days this month as last month.
Washington reports a near complete rift between Republicans who oppose sending an ambassador to Mexico and Democrats who want the post filled by a Democrat from Indiana allied with Senator Kern. Senate leaders say Henry Fletcher's confirmation as ambassador to Mexico seems impossible.
Notices of wage increases affecting about 75,000 employees were posted in cotton mills across northern New England. After a mill treasurers conference, firms said business improved enough to grant a 5 percent boost for workers earning ten dollars weekly or less. Cities affected include Manchester Nashua Dover Somersworth Salmon Falls Lowell and Lawrence. It is unclear if broader readjustments will follow.
Manila dispatch reports Harrison administration saying police raids halted an incipient revolt. Seditious papers and secret society seals were seized in Manila and suburbs. Arrests numbered many followers of Artemio Ricarte. Rumors of German financing and submarines aiding the revolt were denied by officials.
Washington December 30 The war department had no advices from Manila on native rebel arrests or allied consuls warning Philippine government that German submarines were shipped to Manila as machinery. Officials doubted the reports.
City officials in New Decatur report December 1914 tax collections totaling 5 627 dollars with current month receipts reaching 6 500 dollars, near 1 000 dollars above last year. Hartung also collected about 2 000 dollars from a public improvement levy as merchant privilege taxes loom.
Delegations from Decatur Huntsville Scottsboro Florence and other areas traveled to Birmingham for the state Democratic executive committee meeting at the Tutwiler hotel. Attendees include A G Patter of Decatur J Kumpe of Moulton solicitor David C Alnon Ed Betts Virgil Bowling Judge J G Spence and others. The caucus of the prohibition faction draws interest as the committee plans to select delegates to the national convention in St. Louis and endorse President Wilson.
Berlin reports German forces retook the last trench section held by the French near the Vosges, while Russians on the Strypa in the east suffer heavy losses. The Balkans theater situation remains unsettled as operations continue.
Berlin reports a German unit had been sunk in the Black Sea by Russian ships, a denial issued today by the Admiralty through the Overseas agency.
Paris dispatch cites repelled German attack west of Peronne and a successful cannonade at Cham page that hindered German efforts to repair. The War Office statement outlines these actions as the main substance of the report.
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