Nashville area debates extending N C and St L line to Athens
The discussion centers on expanding the N C and St L railroad from Limestone to Athens and Huntsville, Alabama, with potential river bridge sharing and economic gains for local farmers and merchants. Proponents argue extension could open rich farming lands, ease river bridge costs, and boost trade, while awaiting funding and routing decisions.
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Decatur High School Hosts Dr Ott Lecture
An Decatur High School audience heard Dr Edward Ankerst Ott discuss education travel and research. The speaker, praised for vivid description and humor, drew cheers for his articulation and influence on citizens.
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Decatur High School
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Gustin Arrested on Opium Violation Charge
Y. A Gustin was arrested this morning by Deputy sheriffs Leonard McCulloch and W Butler and lodged in the county jail awaiting trial on a charge of violating opium laws.
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A. Y. Gustin
Leonard McCulloch
W. Butler
Union Welcome Service For The New Pastors
A union welcome service is planned for Sunday at 7 30 p m at First Baptist Church Decatur for two new pastors Rev J A Duncan of First Methodist and Rev Jesse Cook of First Baptist Introductory talks by Prof J M Corter and Rev W N Sholl with main addresses by Drs Duncan and Cook A musical program organized by Mrs W C Bailey with Decatur choir participation All Decatur church members and the community are invited.
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First Baptist Church
Decatur
J. A. Duncan
First Methodist Church
Jesse Cook
J. M. Corter
W. N. Sholl
Duncan
Cook
W. C. Bailey
Alabama Farmers Do Excellent 40 Acre Record
An Alabama farm record shows Oscar and Lorue Roberts of Calhoun County earned a net $1760 from 40 acres with two mules and 21 bales of cotton plus crops. The Roberts operation sits two miles north of Anniston and uses limited resources. Another farmer, R B Burns of Piedmont, reported four bales from three acres of land.
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Piedmont
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Act the part a temperance sermon from Centreville Press
The Centreville Press decries whiskey Christmas as a bygone fancy and urges sympathy for those prone to excess. It argues temperance applies to all sins, not just drink, and calls readers to embody restraint and supportive conduct toward neighbors.
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Centreville Press
Militant Postmistress Refuses to Quit Geneva
Mrs Ida O Tillman the militant postmistress of Geneva Alabama says the government must use force to remove her. She stays in the office eating and sleeping there and refuses to resign claiming political motives behind her removal.
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Tillman
Government to Take Hand in Geneva Post Office Case
Washington reports First Assistant Postmaster General Roper says Mrs. Tillman can be removed by law if she camps in the Geneva Alabama post office. He notes successor W. K. Kenan will gain possession once his commission arrives. Tillman was dismissed after a $360 clerk and a sixteen year old boy performed all duties.
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Tillman
Geneva
Ala
Roper
W. K. Kenan
Geneva postmistress faces possible removal
Dothan Alabama reports on January 3 that force may be needed to remove Mrs Tillman from the Geneva post office. Government officials plan to appeal to sheriff and civil authorities to compel her departure as a trespasser if she does not resign.
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Dothan
Ala
Tillman
Geneva
Federals and Rebels Fight Desperately at Ojinaga
Reports from Presidio Texas describe four days of cannon fire as General Ortega’s rebel army pressed a federal defense at Ojinaga Mexico It notes the federal position was strong and that rebels repeatedly charged and fell back amid U S border patrol preparations for a possible retreat of the whole army into American territory
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Maness Buys Model Dry Cleaners In Local Deal
W M Brown sold today to William J Maness the Model Dry Cleaners tailoring and cleaning business on Second Avenue. Brown plans to move southwest with his family leaving the operation in Maness's hands.
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W. M. Brown
William J Maness
Second’ Avenue
Mr. Brown
Broadway Jones receives praise in New Orleans Times-Democrat
The New Orleans review lauds Geo. M. Cohan's Broadway Jones at Tulane Theatre per the Times-Democrat. Thomas V. Emory and Curtis Benton praised for impersonations, with strong ensemble comedy, new scenic design, and multiple performances including a Christmas matinee.
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Even Mails in Mexico Face Distribution Delays
Vera Cruz reports mail flow to Mexico City disrupted by railway chaos in Chihuahua Sonora and Coahuila. 700 sacks from Havana arrive by steamship Seguranca and are sent to the capital while 300 sacks reach from Laredo adding strain to a congested system.
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Mexico City
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Chihuahua
Sonora
Coahuila
One Driver Arrested In New Decatur Traffic Case
Police arrest a New Decatur motorist for driving without lights. The case goes before Mayor Wolcott Monday. A traffic ordinance is pending with council committee review as officials order “Drive to the right” signs at key corners to improve safety.
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Wolcott
Decatur Council
Home Rule for Filipinos Declared Popular Policy
Manuel Quezon reports increased friendliness toward the United States after Wilsons Philippine policy. He praises native control of both legislative branches, governor Harrison's home rule program, and improved US Philippine relations boosting business. The Philippine legislature introduced changes saving several million pesos and increasing efficiency.
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United States
Wilson
Manuel Quezon
Quezon
General Harrison
Jong
Harrison
Phillippine
Suits Filed Against Walker Stipp and Johnson Livery Company
Local court records show F R Lingo filing two suits against Walker Stipp and Johnson Livery Company for damages totaling 200 dollars. The actions seek redress for alleged business disputes and related losses.
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F. R. Lingo
Walker, Stipp, and Johnson Livery Company
Amare
Mysterious Disappearance of Dr Gilbert McCarley
Rumors swirl about the fate of Dr Gilbert McCarley a former Priceville dentist who faced a 1920s trial for attempting to bribe a Black man to kill relatives. Convicted on the charge on appeal he was released on bond pending outcome. His hat and coat were later found along the Tennessee River prompting theories of suicide though doubt remains as he vanished.
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Gilbert McCarley
Priceville
Morgan County Law and Equity Court
McCarley
Dona
Tennessee
January Clearance Sale Opens at Buttrey’s
Advertisement from A. Buttrey announces the January Clearance Sale opening Monday. The promo promises women’s coats and suits at exceptional values and anticipates large crowds as shoppers compare prices to real worth.
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A. Buttrey
Buttrey
Fire at Sheat's Gin Feared Minor Damage
A fire at Sheat's gin house caused little damage as bystanders battled flames in the lint room. A gun on Eleventh reportedly belonged to J. was involved, with the incident noted around o clock.
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Sheat
Open Meeting at the Y Promises Evening for Ladies
An open meeting at the Y tomorrow evening invites ladies to attend. Dr J A Dun will speak on A New Year’s Wish with Margaret Clarkson also featured in the plans.
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J. A. Dun
Margaret Clarkson
Constable Thompson Resigns Leaving Beat 1 Vacant
Constable W H Thompson tendered his resignation to Governor O Nea l leaving Beat 1 without a constable. It is likely a new appointment will occur within a few days.
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W.H. Thompson
Ernor O’neal
Mother commits suicide over son's crime in West Homestead
In Pittsburg on January 3, Irina Hortense Rokowski Shag killed herself in front of a train while brooding over the acts of her son Henry Rokowski who had shot one man dead and fatally wounded two others the prior Sunday at West Homestead. A posse searches for Rokowski.
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Pittsburg
Henry Rokowski
West Homestead
Irina
Hortense Rokowski
Owski
Telegraphic taps on interlocking directorates move in Wall Street
The withdrawal of J. P. and Company from many great corporations prompts F. Baker to take action. The Wall Street reaction signals a potential end to interlocking directorates and a shift of big business toward public sentiment. Manufacturing conditions vary by local factors per the Chamber of Commerce report.
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J. P. and Company
F. Baker
Fi Finance
Wall Street
United States
Chamber of Commerce of the
Rebels Fall Back After Clash at Ojinaga
The rebel force attacking the crasg at Ojinaga on the Mexican der fell back last night to await a new supply of ammunition. Losses are heavier for rebels than for federals who are entrenched. John R B Densmor of the Labor Department cites hopes for settling the copper strike as higher than ever. A federal probe into Moyer deportation has been ordered. Under the income tax law senators and representatives will have reduced pay envelopes this month. $45 for unmarried and $35 for married members.
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John RB. Densmor
Department of Labor
Moyer
Delegates From Five States Open Southence of Seve Nashville
Delegates from Kentucky Alabama Louisiana Mississippi and West Tennessee attended the opening session of the South ence of Seve in Nashville.
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