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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1916
Page
2
A damaged notice fragment lists tributes of respect and cards of thanks, plus routine post office and subscription hints. It references a manager and editor and urges timely newspaper delivery and reader appreciation amid placeholders and garbled lines.
The Decatur Daily endorses Hon. V. W. Callahan for Congress from the Eighth District. It hails his earlier strong campaign, notes no animosity toward incumbent F. B. Almon, and argues Callahan is better qualified to serve Washington and Morgan County. The paper praises his perseverance and asserts his home-ground qualifications.
A tattered account attacks Roosevelt amid claims of aristocratic affiliations and a lavish dinner. It suggests his influence harms common voters as he banks on personal popularity and symbolic gestures, while outlining opposition to Wilson and the Gey Sekar.
A fragment describes a colonel arranging a lavish dinner reportedly worth one billion dollars. The note suggests the event serves the interests of the arranging party while implying dissatisfaction within the Republican ranks due to internal strife and political discomfort.
A fragmented reminiscence recalls an engine maker who aimed to reform society but learned reform begins at home. The speaker laments personal voting indifference, noting he has voted only six times in thirty-one years, often at his wife's urging. The passage hints at the tension between public duty and domestic life.
A compact reflection identifies 1916 as a pivotal year that leaped forward in events and memory, marking notable upheavals and milestones that shaped subsequent years and public life.
A fragment notes water wagon effects as decadence and New Year resolutions influence behavior. The sentence indicates early signs of social shifts linked to wellness and restraint.
Officials note a tense exchange over submarine policy, with remarks suggesting Turkey has not fully grasped Western positions. The incident emphasizes ongoing disagreements in regional security debates.
A note underscores the value of a signature, stressing its formal weight and personal accountability in official matters.
A fragment from the page notes a phrase about a malignant furuncle with a bold, quoted line about William and daring sport, appearing as part of a larger dialogue or excerpt.
A report notes Mr Ford hurried back to his residence fearing changes to his will before any potential break or challenge. The item references family concerns and the timing of the document.
A surprised expression marks disbelief that Leap ee has advanced to this point without any proposals. The remark highlights the unusual pace and absence of formal ideas or plans in the current situation.
State Press News notes Huntsville’s rise as a creator city despite limits. Local editorials praise resources and climate while advocating pruning policies to unlock population visibility and Mussel Shoals water power development. References to Alabama leaders and regional highway investments appear across several papers.
W J St John of the county commissioners court filed notice with the Morgan County probate judge that he will again seek the county commissioner post. He is well known locally and attends the Decatur meeting of the board.
George Washington Thomason of Boyles Alabama says at age sixty eight Tanlac restored his digestion liver and blood improving strength and appetite after long illness. He reports rapid improvement after first bottle and urges friends to try it. Sold in Decatur by Decatur Drug Co and in New Decatur by Preuit Dillehay Drug Co. Ad.
The Morgan County commissioners began their session just before noon and planned to meet until 4 pm. They disposed of routine business, with full meeting details to be printed in tomorrow's Daily.
Voters in Decatur may register today Tuesday and Wednesday at the courthouse with County Registrar A G Wilhite. He will stay in the sheriff's office Tuesday night to accommodate shop workers. After January 5 the registration books close. New Decatur voters may register January 18 and 19 at Long's store.
Flames raced through the front room of Mr Slubberfield’s house on Eighth Avenue West last night at about three. M Moore, who was with a sick person nearby, spotted the blaze and alerted the fire department. Firefighters contained the blaze quickly. no one was home. The family left on yesterday’s noon train to Florence. The fire damaged furniture and burned a hole in a partition between two rooms.
The local writer, famed for novels, has his scenario adapted for cinema after a quick purchase offer. His work “Twin City Romance” is praised for complex scene structure and storytelling, with future films planned by Hasanay Company and Rebianes Film Company.
Rumors say Southern Railway may change the Decatur Memphis schedule with three westbound and three eastbound locals daily, plus a Chattanooga turn route. No official statement yet, but changes likely by month end welcomed by traveling men to ease trips and reduce expense.
A five dollar bill was lost on Second Avenue between Grant and Moulton. Return to 10 Grant Street for a reward.
R T Wathorn founder of the Kansas City Journal and leading county newspaper publisher died at age 92 from complications of advanced age in Kansas City. Funeral details were not announced.
Announcement lists Edward B Almon as Democratic nominee hopeful to represent the Eighth District in the United States Congress subject to the Democratic primary on May 6 1916 in Alabama. The notice appears in the Announcements for Congress column and mentions Callahan.
A and Blackwell announces candidacy for re election as Morgan County circuit court clerk subject to the Democratic primary. He appeals for votes and influence.
Charles C. Robertson runs for re election as Mor eau County Tax Collector in the upcoming Democratic primary. He emphasizes experience and continuity in local tax administration and public budgeting.
We are authorized to announce P. WW. (PAT) WILLIAMS as a candidate for Tax oCflector of Morgan County subject to the action of the Democratic primary.
Several notices announce William E. Skeggs Lovick P. Troup M D Wiggins and Melvin Hutson seeking the Probate Judge seat in Morgan County subject to Democratic party primary actions. Voters are urged to support these candidates.
Mor ton County candidate Frank J. Troup announces his bid for reelection as tax assessor under Democratic party renomination.
Hon Kyle announces candidacy for circuit judge in the Wighth Judicial Circuit. Primary election set for May 9, 1914. Two judges to be nominated at this election.
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