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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1913
Page
1
Judge D W Speake of the Circuit Court ordered the release of Bud Cummins who faced contempt charges for violating injunctions tied to prohibition enforcement. The ruling questioned jurisdiction and the legality of affidavits, with a possible state appeal to the Supreme Court to test the case.
Delhi January 2 Baron Hardinge Viceroy of India wounded by a native bomb has taken a turn for the worse. A bulletin said another operation may be needed to remove steel fragments in his shoulder. The baron suffers great pain and fever has returned.
Margaret Anglin, noted stage star, discovered and renamed the English comedy Green Stockings. Her London visit yielded the play, which has become a big money maker on Broadway and elsewhere.
Montgomery January 2. State Examiner Frank Evans reports to Gov. O Nea l that Commissioner Lee Cowart has no official accounting books or vouchers for department expenditures. Evans recommends formal books and receipt system. Cowart, of Birmingham, was appointed by Gov. O Nea l. The fertilizer fund in the agricultural department is $1 374 55 out of balance and charged to Commissioner Kolb.
J F O Dell of Knoxville traced Beulah McGalliard across three southern states to the Hillman hotel in Birmingham where they wed at 4 pm conducted by Rev J F Foster. Miss McGalliard, a singer with stage ambitions, left Knoxville Monday after a note to her mother.
A dispatch from Athens reports a Turkish detachment attacked Greeks at Benzani and was repulsed with heavy Turkish losses. The report notes Turks suffered substantial casualties amid the fighting as reported from London on January 2.
Princeton governor Wilson displays the national insignia while continuing political conferences in Trenton. He plans meetings with congressmen and senators over the next two days and maintains secrecy on appointments.
Dorothy Benson a 21 year old circus performer from Williams was arrested in Chicago on charges of stealing a horse. She took a 50 cent piece and rented a saddle horse which she did not return.
Boston January 2 A well dressed woman identified as Mildred Donovan of Revere lies dead in Holy Cross Cemetery Malden with throat wounds and signs of struggle. Boxer Kid Carter James Jennings admits being with her early hours and may have confessed to multiple killings. Donovan’s killer target William Donovan lies hospitalized after four gunshot wounds. Police remain reticent about motive or additional suspects.
London reports that the Balkans and their allies will probably reject Turkey's bid to settle Adrianople's status solely between Turkey and Bulgaria. Yet Ankara shows willingness to concede to Allied requests to hasten peace talks.
Albert T. Keipper, a local poultry man, addressed the Twentieth Century Swéesiene Club on January 2. He urged women to use the plumage of the hen for head gear and warned that ignoring his advice could drive husbands into bankruptcy.
New York January report says Mrs Bolihont will stage a series of plays focusing on the suffrage movement. The performances aim to portray women's fight for the vote and related social issues, highlighting advocacy and civic involvement.
Luther McCarty of Springfield Missouri decisively defeats Al Palzer in Vernon arena rounding 18 with a left hook and flurry of punches. Palzer staggers and falls as McCarty pursues a methodical, precise attack earning top status among white heavyweights. Palzer fights defensively and shows mounting punishment.
Col Harris outlined plans for a new bank in Decatur with 250000 paid in capital. Promoters include conservative local businessmen and stock will not be issued until all legal steps are completed. Residents will have opportunity to subscribe to shares once approved.
Washington Jan 2 Congress convened at noon after Christmas with 53 working days left before the March 4 inauguration. Bailey plans a swan song while Archbold defense opens impeachment. Harris touts two city bank growth and a Decatur hosting expansion. Senate committees gear for ship trust tariff hearings as Bailey endorses republic democracy. John A Stevens traveled 2000 miles to hear Bailey whose remarks draw comparisons to a sermon on the mount.
Jones Brindley, charged with violating a restraining order, withdrew motions and began a one day jail term for contempt of court. He paid a $50 fine, plus a six month sentence previously imposed, with the jail time suspended on good behavior. Brindley started his sentence at 9 a.m. and is to be released around 4 p.m.
Paris dispatch reports Emperor Francis Joseph gravely ill and near death in the early hours, with officials saying he may die at any moment. The status was conveyed to readers as of this morning.
Newport January 2 Wireless stations in touch with the British cruiser Natal report it will steam into the river at half speed and reach Ambrose channel at daylight tomorrow carrying the body of Whitelaw Reid to America.
The funeral of Mrs B McKenna aged 61 who dropped dead on Second Avenue Tuesday night was held this morning at St Ann's Catholic Church with Rev Father McDermott officiating. Interment was in the city cemetery.
Washington January 2 The Corsetless Girl has arrived in society. In several recent dances the younger debutantes were minus stays.
W J Flowers bought from Mr McClure of New Mexico a frame residence on Sixth Avenue eight. The sale was made by IB ald, the one man at the.
Lou Shaneyfelt, cited to appear in the Law and Equity Court for contempt over an injunction against using his business bar fixtures for selling soft damake, was arrested by Deputy Sheriff Wright for failure to appear. The contempt proceeding is to be heard tomorrow before Judge Wert.
St. Petersburg reports show Russia now leads the world in mortality. Five year rise from 25 to 31 per thousand is blamed mainly on typhoid fever. First day of 1912 records indicate 612,237 deaths from this disease.
Philadelphia report notes a self supporting woman in the city survives on seven dollars and twenty cents weekly under social service guidance. Local officials highlight this as a measure of welfare, with the figure illustrating basic living costs and aid needs.
New York January 2 Thus. Edison announces he has perfected the kinetophone a talking machine that works with moving pictures in harmony, claiming a breakthrough in synchronized sound and film technology.
Indianapolis January 2 The hearing concluded with Whitee ver admitted by Judge Ande and the writ withdrawn The case now proceeds to the Court of Appeals in Chicago
A local Mossport Pennsylvania resident aged 102 has her first ever photograph taken, marking a rare life moment for the centenarian. The event highlights a milestone in a long life marked by patience and memory.
A New York News freight train derailed near G4 in Mobile Jam, injuring multiple crew members. Emergency responders arrived as investigators began assessing the scene and securing the derailed cars.
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