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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1920
Page
2
An editorial urges voting for Rhe Good the private soldier in Morgan County. It condemns Congress for voting down a pay raise for enlisted men despite Democratic support, arguing equity between privates and officers and criticizing budget limits on military upkeep.
In Montgomery the Advertiser publishes Senator John H Bankhead's vigorous statement backing a 25 million dollar bond issue for highways. He argues the plan adds no new property tax, lets counties fund local roads, connects every county, and benefits all citizens, urging Alabama to act now with no reluctance.
A reflective piece laments the decline of the liquor trade and its social network. It argues the anti whiskey movement scattered the “army” of saloonkeepers, lawyers, and politicians, urging compassion for those reformed and warning against reviving old vices. It frames reform as a civic duty and condemns corruption.
Announcements authorized for multiple candidates including Hodges Crow Samuel E. Roper F. M. Hamilton James A. Forman Jack A. Robinson W. T. Ransom J. H. Hill and W. Harvey Drinkard all seeking the Democratic primary vote and influence in Morgan County Tax Collector race.
For tax assessor Thomas H. Gunn of Trinity and Herman C. Troup, Morgan County, both running in the Democratic primary. The notice invites support and outlines candidacy under party process.
Bankers of the South warn that extravagance and idleness threaten prosperity and demand a shift to industry and economy. W A Bibb of Morgan County National Bank Albany urges more work and less buying, linking overconsumption to high living costs and reduced production. They urge deflation, restraint on speculative loans, and support for productive enterprises while noting a four year path to normal conditions.
Several large Limestone county farms are offered with 160 to 845 acres, many with pike frontage, multiple residences and barns, and extensive cultivation. Prices listed around 55 to 100 per acre with payments terms and options to rent to purchasers. delivery dates ranging from 1920 to 1921. Rents and loans available.
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