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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1916
Page
2
Manager and Editor announce subscription rates by carrier and mail including weekly, three months, six months, and yearly options. Readers are urged to notify if the paper is not received promptly and to report delivery issues.
The Decatur Daily notes sharply divergent reactions from Birmingham News and Ledger over a state bond issue. It argues the bond defeat reflected a voter protest, warns officials against new debt, and calls Life magazine’s criticisms part of a broader national debate on financial policy.
A fragment notes a bond issue proposal tied to a constitutional option. It references opposition to amending the constitution for any purpose and signals a contentious vote shaping the upcoming local election.
A fragmented press item reports that a bond issue was defeated by voters in the state. Details are unclear but the outcome is a defeat for the bond proposal.
A short commentary argues that defeating the trek would harm progress by ignoring old failures. It frames the issue as a political setback and urges steady advancement despite obstacles.
Citizens anticipate a potential cattle insect outbreak in Morgan County and monitor nearby farms for signs of the pest. Local officials urge vigilance and readiness to implement control measures if needed.
A senator named Lippitt was barred from reading an editorial in the Senate that criticized Wilson and praised Fluerta, marking a notable restriction in debate as efforts to reverse the Senate proceed.
A port journalist questions Roosevelt's second choice for resident, presenting a challenging critical view. The piece analyzes political strategy and possible implications for governance while referencing contemporary events and public sentiment.
A newspaper note questions reports of a Chiang Mai woman forgiving her sons who tried to kill their father. The piece suggests the father may have been a personal party rather than a victim.
Report notes Americans taken by Villa bandits faced ransom demands and debates arise over whether life has a low value in the conflict area. The piece reflects sentiment in Mexico and among authorities regarding hostages and payment pressures.
Editors from at least three district papers backing Congressman Almon have been appointed postmasters by him. The note hints they will boast of the positions and quote one another regarding the favors.
Fragmentary report hints at responsibility for a Mex Tean outrage. Authorities suspect a Greaser bandit chief may be involved and is considered to be in the area as the case nears a fix.
Editor J B Pierce of Hyptsville Daily Nim es is eyed as a potential delegate candidate to the national Democratic convention in St Louis. The Eighth district will send two delegates at the May 9 primary. No firm rivals as yet, but Decatur interests may join.
Unclear text fragment appears to reference Abe Martin humor with a note about a punctured friendship and a cigar maker. No coherent event or identifiable entities emerge to summarize as a news item.
Morgan county residents weigh cattle quarantine impacts as proponent B H Allison urges support for tick eradication. He argues cattle gain 25 percent value above the quarantine line and that above line farmers prosper, urging Morgan county to vote February 7 for tick eradication measures.
Washington January 20 a lively battle over federal child labor laws as the house moves to a vote on the Keating bill prohibiting interstate commerce in child labor products. Southern representatives, tied to a rotten mill industry, lead the opposition despite a favorable committee report.
An old advertisement promotes Miller's Antiseptic Oil as a universal remedy for rheumatism neuralgia lumbago and pains. It claims rapid relief within minutes and external internal use for coughs colds throat diphtheria and tonsillitis. The golden red oil is offered at 25 cents or 5 cents with money back guarantee from Owl Drug Co.
A letter from W. A. Roperts reports chronic back misery headache and limb pain with constipation improved after using Auntie, a remedy promoted by Doctor Pierce of Buffalo. Sleep became refreshing and life less drag-like, leading to a cheerful endorsement to fellow sufferers.
A dated advertisement touts Anuric heating tablets from Dr. Pierce's Invalids Hotel and Surgical Institute in Buffalo for kidney and urinary ailments. It claims long use by physicians and urges readers to mail 50 cents for a full treatment if not in stock. It requests publication in a conspicuous spot.
Capt Dan Walden, author of the Walden pension bill, announces his candidacy for judge of the New Decatur inferior court. His action comes as he endorses the bill creating the inferior court and signals strong support for his reform agenda in Mongay.
Announcement filed by W W Callahan declaring candidacy for Congress from Alabama's Eighth District in the Democratic primary set for May 9 1916. The statement notes authorization from B Nae an cat and references the 66th Congress.
Judge 0 Kyle authorizes candidacy for Judge of the Eighth Judicial Circuit subject to the Democratic Primary on May 8 1916 Two judges to be nominated at this election J Judge J H Ballentine announced as candidate for judge of the circuit court of the eighth judicial district subject to the democratic primary approval
An authorized notice announces candidates for Morgan County Probate Judge. William E Skeous Lovick P Troup M J Wiggins Hartselie Melvin Hutson Coleman Peck seek the Democratic primary election.
A. 8 Blackwell announces re election bid as Morgan County circuit court clerk subject to Democratic primary. Jas L Draper also announced as candidate for circuit court clerk in Morgan County ahead of the May 9 primary.
We are authorized to announce Charles Robertson as a candidate for re election as Tax Collector of Morgan County and Pat Williams as a candidate for Tax Collector of Morgan County ahead of the coming election.
The Tax Assessor race in Morgan County lists W. D. Crutchfield and John T. Kyle as candidates for tax assessor, with Frank J. Troup seeking re election. The announcement notes the candidates are subject to Democratic party action and party sub primary on May 9.
A notice announces S. L. Cook as a candidate for judge of the Inferior Court of New Decatur and T. L. Wilkinson for the Inferior Court of Decatur both subject to the Democratic primary on May 9. The message also names Dan Walden as a Democratic candidate.
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