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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1913
Page
2
Public notice details second class matter at the Decatur Alabama post office with advertising and subscription rates by carrier and mail. It includes monthly six month and yearly prices, obituary and tribute line charges, and instructions to report delivery problems to ensure timely newspaper service.
Congressman Richardson urged President Taft to appoint W. E. Crawford postmaster of Decatur. Friends in Decatur praise Crawford as a satisfactory choice for local business interests and anticipate broad approval.
Taft argues that government cannot cure all poverty disease and ignorance and cautions against over promises in party platforms. He stresses actual governance in justice administration and building up government from Washington to the Philippines.
A column condemns the administration for neglecting public health reforms while voters seek to curb economic privilege. It notes Democrats’ pledge to address an unfair tariff system after Taft’s campaign promises and criticizes Taft for endorsing the Payne Aldrich Bill as a sign of easygoing leadership surrounded by aligned allies.
Frank A. Munsey calls for uniting the Progressive and Republican forces citing election tallies that show Woodrow Wilson ahead and Roosevelt Taft behind. He suggests state conferences to form a holding party and a national conference with equal delegates from both sides to defeat the Democrats.
The Louisville Courier Journal cites a proposal for a holding company as a model device to amalgamate parties and fix policies for a new party. It cautions against worldly contamination while praising businesslike methods and calls for a thorough study of state and national government problems.
In Morgan County probate court the administrator G B Newsom files the final account and vouchers for Edna Newsom deceased. A hearing to examine and audit the account is set for January 27, 1913, with notice to all interested to appear and contest if desired. Judge WM E Skeggs presiding.
Monday session of the Red Men’s Council chaired by A C Banks and V Jameison at 132m Chief of Records Sachem focused on routine administrative matters and next week’s agenda.
T M Dix of Decatur advertises a loan of 1500 dollars for improved city property. Contact Decatur Daily for details via phone 43% 3-T1 4.
Publication in a local paper claims something about the bakery is incorrect according to Zephyrin Bros. The notice disputes the statement and asserts their position.
A crowded house attended the Madame Sherry production at the Mason Theatre last night. Miss Dale Winters as Yvonne impressed with a dainty and demure portrayal, delivering a winsome performance and a superb rendition of Every Little Movement. The piece blends vaudeville elements in three acts with music carrying the theme.
If your stomach feels uncomfortable from overeating or from disagreeing food, Herbine settles the stomach strengthens digestion and relaxes the bowels. Price 50 sold by Owl Drug Co.
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