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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1916
Page
2
The notice asks recipients who do not receive their paper regularly or on time to call 46 at New Decatur to report delays so the paper can be delivered promptly.
Mr Bens M Bloodworth died at his home in Decatur late last night. A longtime resident, he was known for honesty, loyalty, and the trust he earned from the public. The Decatur Daily extends deepest sympathy to the bereaved family.
The note argues the presence of only two Democrats on the Supreme Court strengthens a case to appoint a Democrat as successor to Justice La gar. It suggests the court’s interpretation and the political fight could influence public opinion and the tribunal's direction.
The fragment reflects a dated take on unrest labeled as caused by foreign laborers. It suggests an outwardly political reaction and media framing, noting differences in response between Northern and Southern papers and implying a broader ignorance in some outlets.
The article questions President Taft s stance on the Supreme Court bench while noting some appointees receive little mention and the president himself is scarcely referenced in the discussion.
J S Howell of Ardmore Oklahoma writes to the Daily aboard January 9 saying it is a great pleasure to have the Decatur Daily follow him as he leaves home. He will depart Oklahoma tomorrow if his health permits and notes he enjoys all the home news except the accidents.
Abe Martin reports Glen Bud plans to join the Regular and offers a narrow spark for sale. Miss Tawney Appice recalls walking through a stubble day and being mistaken for someone shot in the arm.
Officials say tensions rise as wartime policies tighten. President Wilson directed updates be sent to all leaders, keeping authorities informed on developments.
El Paso reports a revised victim list with names and hometowns including Charles R. Watson of Los Angeles Dust Mining Co and W. J. Wallace El Paso, among others in Arizona California and Texas. The tally names 24 year old WH. P. McHattan and Avery Couch aged four and a half, reflecting the tragedy's spread.
Secretary Lansing announced in Washington that fifteen Americans were killed in a massacre by Mexican bandits. He had received an official dispatch but no further details were available.
Washington January 12 approx 5000 American regulars are at El Paso ready for instant action should the United States decide on an expedition into Mexico to punish the bandits responsible for yesterday's massacre.
Washington reports Secretary Lansing at the White House asserts the state department took all precautions to protect American lives and promises punishment for those responsible for the assassination of 17 Americans.
Mrs. Villa, wife of Mexican revolutionary leader Pancho Villa, says her husband did not murder 17 Americans in China. She blames Carranza for the massacre and accuses him of using such methods to sway U.S. opinion.
Rufus Brown, engineer for the Atlanta Terra Cotta Co, credits Tanlac with restoring his wife from a years long decline. He describes kidney and stomach troubles, weight loss, and pain, noting a ten pound gain and renewed vitality after several weeks of use. He urges others to try Tanlac through local drug stores.
North Alabama Methodists heard speeches on missions and Sunday schools. Dr. Duncan urged full first quarter payment of missionary collections. Rev. Archibald stressed personal responsibility for home and foreign missions. critics noted per capita spending on drinks versus missions.
A speaker asserts that any subject more than necessary is disloyal to the king and country. He adds that any Christian who is wasteful or extravagant is disloyal to the king.
Wartime advertisement extols Boggs tires for puncture resistance on spiked roads. It claims ordinary tires fail under such conditions while Boggs tires reseal after punctures, enabling allied mobility. The snippet ends with an old newspaper note offering Decatur Daily papers for sale.
Edward B Almon announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for representative in the 66th Congress from Alabama’s 8th Congressional District. The primary is set for Tuesday May 9 1916.
Circuit Judge Hon D Kyle authorizes announcement of his candidacy for Judge of the Righth Judicial Circuit in the sub primary election May 9 1916. Two judges for this circuit to be nominated at this election JUDGE J WH BALLENTINE as a candidate for judge of the circuit court of the eighth district sub primary May 9.
Announcements list several candidates for Morgan County Probate Judge in the Democratic primary. William Skeegs Lovick Troup M. B. Wigg...ns of Hartselle Melvin Hutson and Coleman Peck are named as candidates seeking party support.
Circuit Court Clerk A S Blackwell announces candidacy for re election in Morgan County subject to the Democratic primary urging voters to support and influence the outcome.
The Morgan County tax collector race features Chas C Robertson seeking re election and P W Pat Williams announced as a challenger for the same office in the upcoming Democratic primary.
Tax Assessor W D Crutchfield and John T Kyle run for Morgan County assessor in the May 9 sub primary. Frank J Troup seeks re election as tax assessor, subject to the Democratic party action.
Announcement lists S. L. Cook and T. L. Wilkinson as candidates for judge of the Inferior Court in Decatur subject to Democratic primary action on May 9. The notices urge party voters to support the named nominees in the upcoming election.
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