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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1916
Page
3
A typographical error in The Fashion ad in the Daily of the 17th misprinted Wirthmon waists as Wirthmon. The correction clarifies the proper spelling as Wirthmon to preserve accuracy in the fashion notice.
The trial of Mayor James A. Nelson of Decatur and Jury Commissioner W. R. Teague of Morgan County was continued in Limestone County circuit court due to Mrs. Teague’s illness. The case moves to the April term in Athens on change of venue from Morgan County. Teague remains jury commissioner after impeachment vindication. Nelson is mayor-elect of Decatur.
Dr W L Darby will preach at 7 tonight at Willoughby Presbyterian Church. He serves as synodical superintendent of home missions for the Presbyterian Church U S A and is billed as a gifted speaker.
Joe Norwood a Limestone County resident was convicted of manslaughter in Limestone County Circuit Court for intervening in a fight between Tom McLemore and his father W Ti Norwood. McLemore was killed. He received a two and a half year penitentiary sentence.
The First Presbyterian church of Decatur reports higher turnout at revival sessions with four new members accepting in the afternoon meeting and two more at last night’s session. Rev J A Bryan of Birmingham’s Third Presbyterian conducts the series, preaching on the New Testament Church and guiding old fashioned gospel hymns. Pastor Sholl invites all to attend the 3 pm and 7 30 pm meetings, each lasting one hour.
The Decatur Benevolent Society hosts a Manufacturers' Sale in the Bassett Block corner store the first week of February. Local ladies will advertise and demonstrate donated articles from manufacturers nationwide to support the hospital. Watch for donation lists and seed sales for flowers like sweet peas during the event.
An oyster supper planned by the Dora Rankin Sunday School class has been postponed.
Mrs Charles Leftwich acted as charming hostess to the Priscillas Tuesday afternoon at the Echols hotel parlors. Azaleas decorated the rooms and dainty embroidered designs drew attention. A salad course followed with assistance from Mesdames Powel and Horton and guest Miss Geniveve Belle of Ft Deposit.
Mrs H B Beard hosts St John church ladies for fellowship and sewing with plant decor and refreshments. A breach of promise suit is set for January 28. Prominent locals and visitors include Mr and Mrs Charles Field arriving to visit their niece A J Miller. Guests travel from Ft Deposit Alabama Denver Colorado Birmingham Alabama and Bay City Michigan.
The funeral for Newton L. Crow of Florence, father of Mrs. W B Hefner of the Decaturs, was held from his Morrison avenue home. He is survived by his wife two daughters and three sons. Daughters Mrs Golden and Mrs Hefner listed. Interment followed in City cemetery.
Constantinople January 19 Russian advances have been completely checked by the Turks. Official announcement says in the Caucausus the Russians have been compelled to cease operations on the whole front. This front is 100
The calendar lists events including Auction Bridge hosted by Mrs L A Neil at 2 30, Lunch for Hible Clase with Mrs J Ramage, and Saturday Club activities led by Mrs Lamar Penmey and Mrs Helen Wallace.
A D Cohen of Dry-Cohen starts a long tour this morning and plans to be away for months. He will visit Hot Springs Louisville New York City Chattanooga and other cities to buy a large line of merchandise. Pr William Darby is in the city and will conduct services at Willoughby Church this evening.
The Standards swept the Cardinals at the Y M C A bowling tournament with wins of 108, 31, and 19 pins to lead by 188. Walker led with top score and average, teams meet again next Monday with special seating for ladies.
Lawrence County voters powerfully rejected the tick eradication campaign and also defeated the state bond issue by a decisive margin. Advices from Moulton late last night placed the tally at 160 in favor of the defeat of the tick plan.
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