Panama Canal near completion in 1912 reports
The article details progress toward opening the Panama Canal with 1912 milestones. It notes 93 percent completion, Gatun dam and lake nearly finished, Culebra Cut excavation advancing, and the first ship anticipated when water reaches the locks. It covers Taft administration remarks and Goethals leadership as the project nears fruition.
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Culebra
Gatun
Minaflores
Washington
Atlantic
Oceans
Panama Canal
Taft
Isthmian Canal Zone
George W. Goethals
Tropics
Gatanang Minaflores
Paskage
Balboa
Col. Goethals
Gatun Lake
Hae
Zone
Pedro Miguel
Pacific
Gatun Locks
Atlantic Ocean
Cristobal
Bank cashier Shackelford to retire for new post
After thirty years in service six as cashier of the First National Bank of Decatur W B Shackelford will retire to accept a cashier post at a new $250 000 bank. Change likely around January 14th. He is renowned for a flawless business career and steadfast integrity.
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Shackelford
NEW Bank
First National Bank
The
First National Bank of
Decatur
W. B. Shackelford
Freezing Weather Tackles California Citrus Sector
In Southern California thousands work to save orange and lemon crops valued near 60 million dollars as a new cold spell threatens further damage. Smudge pots burn across a 125 mile radius to shield groves while experts warn prices may rise and most fruit remains unshipped.
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Los Angeles
California
Orange
Weather Bureau
Balkans war halt eyed as peace moves loom
London reports the Balkans conflict paused with peace delegates giving Turkey until Saturday to reopen or suspend talks. Allies threaten a conference to break off negotiations if Turkey does not act. Adrianople remains a sticking point as Turks resist ceding it. In Rome the Pope urges great powers to press for Palestine to Christian control and protection of holy sites.
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London
Balkans
Turkey
Balkan
Adrianople
Rome
Palestine
Box Office Robbery at Delite Theatre
The Delite Theatre box office was entered last night by breaking a glass pane and reaching in to unlock the door. A small sum was taken along with several tickets while a larger stash of money and valuables remained untouched. police have a lead and expect an arrest soon.
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Delite Theatre
S. L. Cook Reported Very Much Better
Former council president S. L. Cook, long ill at his East Town home, is reported to be much improved and on the road to recovery this morning. RW. Cook of Wichita Falls and H. T. Cook of Weatherford are his sons, with daughters and a sister in law also named.
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L. Cook
Council
East Town
RW. Cook
Wichita Falls
Tex
H. T. Cook
Weatherford
Stockholders Meeting At Commercial Savings Battle and Trust
At the annual stockholders meeting of the Commercial Savings Battle and Trust Company held in the bank offices, all of last year's officers were re elected except Dr D W Watson who is succeeded by J B Pat Creo.
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Commercial Savings Battle and Trust Company
D. W. Watson
J. 8
Pat. Creo
Madame Sherry dazzles in dramatic vaudeville tour stop
Ernest Al’s famed painterly presence shines as Madame Sherry achieves new fame among theatre critics. The Wood Frazee and Lederer production at the Masonic aligns with a star studded tour on Friday January 10 featuringFrench vaudeville and notable choristers amid new gown and millinery displays.
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Ernest al
Wood's
Frazee
Lederer
Masonic
Géwahe
Decatur City Council Holds Regular Meeting Tonight
The Decatur City Council will hold its regular meeting tonight at 7 30. Aside from routine business, no major items are scheduled for consideration.
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Decatur Council
Decatur
Cotton Market Rates Stand Steady Across Grades
Middling 121 2 Good middling 123 4 Strict middling 125 8. Market remains steady with prices aligned across grades.
Wilson in Hearty Accord With Progressive Democrats
Trenton New Jersey January seven President elect Wilson plans to meet with Senator Smith to review progressive Democrats in the Senate and a scheme to reorganize committees and end the seniority rule Wilson reportedly agrees. It is noted Wilson has answered fifty thousand two hundred thirty one letters since his election costing about one thousand dollars in postage.
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Tgin
Wilson
Smith
Senate
Rhodes files suit over mule death from brick pile
Geo W Rhodes sues A B Lampkin O B Breeding and North Alabama Brick Co in circuit court seeking 200 for injuries to a mule. He claims the animal was harmed by defendants careless failure to place red lights on a brick pile on Lee Street.
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Geo. W.rhodes
A. B. Lampkin
O. B. Breeding
North Alabama Brick Company
Lee Street
Decatur Ice and Coal Company Elect Officers
At the annual stockholders meeting in Decatur the board of directors was elected for the ensuing year. J. D. Jervis was chosen president and manager, E. H. Allison secretary, S. W. Rhodes cashier, and W. B. Shackelford treasurer. The treasurer reported the company in excellent financial condition.
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Decatur Ice and Coal Company
L. M. Falk
C. C. Harris
J. D. Jervis
E. H.allison
W. R. Spight
H. D. Beard
C. B. Lawrence
E. H. Allison
S. W. Rhodes
W. B. Shackelford
Armor Clad Convicts Make Cash for Liberty
Nashville dispatch reports two long time convicts Charles Burch and Charles Swofford wearing steel breastplates and attempting a prison escape after cutting a wall wire. Guard T W Long fired buckshot wounding Burch slightly. Swofford planned to stab himself but was stopped. An unfinished note mentions dying game. Burch had fifteen year term for gate blowing, recently escaped and recaptured. Swofford is serving life for murder.
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Nashville
Charles Burch
Charles Swofford
Buck
T. W. Long
Bureb
Swofford
Mystery death of American consul general in Budapest
London reports the American Consul General Paul Cleveland Bennett Nash found dead today though in apparent good health upon retiring last night. Nash, age 35, held multiple promotions in diplomacy and is survived by his wife Baroness Margherita Naynery of Venice.
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London
Paul Cleveland Bennett Nash
Budapest
Nash
Margherita Naynery
Venice
Hotel Owner Charged After Orr Fire Sets Suspicions
Effie Hutchinson, found on the roof of the Orr Hotel as flames spread, accuses owner John Orr and an unknown man of inciting the blaze. Police arrest Orr on return to Evansville and also detain Walker Bruner while seeking the alleged stranger who lit the fires in rooms planned for Sunday occupancy.
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Evansville
Ind
Effie Hutchinson
Evers
Orr Hotel
Covey
John Orr
Orr
Henderson
Walker Bruner
Effie Hutchingon
Hutchinson
Madisonville
Blizzard Brings Suffering as Oklahoma Gas Shortage Hits
Muskogee Oklahoma reports a severe cold wave turning into a blizzard with 15 above zero temperatures and strong winds. Gas is scarce. factories and buildings shut off gas to conserve, coal used for warmth. coal supplies run out at noon and telegrams seek coal from Henrietta McAlester and Bokoshe. All schools closed. Gas lines hope new wells supply tomorrow.
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Jorge Duilding Phut
Henrietta
McAlester
Bokoshe
Wire Trouble Impairs Service Between Memphis and Decatur
Due to wire trouble the paper's telegraphic service was impaired this afternoon, affecting the amount of telegraphic matter in this issue and the current edition.
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Memphis
Decaturs
Captain Egan Takes Charge in Birmingham Police
On January 7 Captain Martin Eagay assumed police leadership after Judge A O Lane suspended Chief George H. Bodeker on a charge of misconduct. Bodeker faces possible permanent removal, with a commission decision likely at today’s meeting after thirty days.
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Birmingham
Jority
George H. Bodeker
Bodeker
Lane
Martin Eagay
Commissioner of Justice
Fusionists Score a Double Victory in Tennessee
Nashville report details Newton H. White of Giles County elected Speaker of the Senate and William M. Stanton of Shelby County chosen as Speaker of the House. The Fusionists claim a political win as both chambers choose their leaders yesterday afternoon.
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Newton White
GILES
Senate
William Stanton
HOUSE
Nashville
Tenn
Newton H. White
Giles County
Tennessee Senate
William M. Stanton
Shelby County
Ford Outwits Ping Bodie In Bizarre League Prank
The Chicago league recounts a playful ruse by Russ Ford to trick Ping Bodie early in Bodie’s career. Ford signaled a walk and sent Sweeney to the plate, prompting Bodie to swing violently as Ford enjoyed the payback. The prank sparked laughter from the team and a memorable sideline incident involving Birdie Cree.
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Pink Bodie
Russ Ford
Pink
Ford
Sweeney
T ‘Gw
Bodie
Ping
Cree
Chicago
Bill Dineen
John A English Critically Ill at Home in Hartselle
John A Buglish, a longtime employee of Ay Bia Wholesale Grocery Company, is listed as ill at his home on Bank Street in Hartselle. Neighbors report he has been confined to the Degaturs area and is under medical care.
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John A. English
Hartselle
John A. Buglish
Ay Bia. Wholesale Grocery Company
Bit
Hiselle
Mr. Bugtish i
Degaturs
Bank Street
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