Deadlocked Democratic Convention Sees Wilson-Clark Battle
Baltimore July 1 Democratic National Convention opens amid bitterness between Wilson and Clark factions. Indiana shifts 30 Marshall votes to Wilson. ballots show fluctuating support with Wilson narrowly leading on later tallies as Underwood and Harmon split power. Bryan accused by Stanchfield. vote counts vary across ballots 27 through 28 with Iowa and Vermont shifts and unit-rule disputes.
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House Votes for Clark
United Press report from Washington states the House unanimously passed a resolution expressing confidence in the Speaker amid charges by W. J. Bryan. Great applause followed as the measure was adopted, the vote total not specified.
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House
Siles
New Decatur Postoffice Regains Second Class Status
The New Decatur post office is reclassified from fourth to second class without ceremony. Mail handling and customer service remained the same, and officials expect an extra clerk may be added with the change.
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Iethe
New Decatur
Horse Tries to Enter Moving Picture Show
Hose Mooney reports his horse broke its hitching strap and bolted down Bank street toward the Star theater. Several men on the sidewalk grabbed the bridle, preventing the animal from entering the moving picture house. Amusement and excitement followed the near entrance.
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Mooney
Bank Street
Star Theater
Moving Picture House
Hitt Lumber Company Rents Upper Floors of City Hall
The Hitt Lumber Company will station its office force in the upper floors of the new City Hall in Decatur within weeks. The rental was agreed two weeks ago, with occupancy planned as soon as Contractor Abbott declares the space ready. The building is expected to be finished and ready for occupancy by midmonth, delayed from an original July target due to wartime shortages.
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Hitt
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Air
Underwoon's 100K Chance Seen As Very Good
Alderman Timo Sones, freshly returned from Baltimore, says Underwoon's chances at the 100000 dollar prize are very good.
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Timo Sones
Baltimore
Bryan Wants Nomination Split Democratic Party
Alderman Jones of Decatur, returning from Baltimore, says Bryan aims to split the Democratic Party. He reports delegates growing disgust with Bryan tactics and predicts Underwood favored by party leaders as the likely nominee.
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Gay of the Hicdren at the Delite Today
A damaged OCR fragment describes a film titled Gay of the Hicdren shown at the Delite theater today noon and tonight. It notes the nature of the pictures depicting labor poverty and harsh conditions in mills, with references to a child actor and social issues.
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An En Fort
Florida
Heroism of Telephone Girls in Regina Cyclone
After a Saskatchewan cyclone killed 10 and caused $5 million in losses, Regina faced fires and ruin. Twelve Regina telephone exchange girls stayed at their switchboards, saving lives but perishing as the building collapsed. Rescue efforts faced dark streets and looting. troops and nurses arrived to aid. Regina, a town of about 7 000, lies on the Canadian Pacific line 358 miles west of Winnipeg.
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Death toll from Regina building collapse hinted at fifty
Winnipeg reports say 35 bodies recovered after cyclone demolishes the Regina building. Officials warn the total may not exceed fifty while injuries could reach 200 with many at risk of death. Several blocks remain to be searched.
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Regina
Falkville Defeats Cullman 18 to 1 on Local Diamond
Falkville defeated Cullman 18 to 1 on Saturday afternoon at the local diamond. Robinson pitched strongly allowing three hits while Falkville pounded Carroll for fourteen hits including home runs. Batteries: Robinson Presley Thompson Carroll Oldacre. Falkville invites games with any fast amateur team in the area.
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Oldacre
Falkvile
Revival Meeting at First Christian Church
The revival at the First Christian church continues for three nights. Rev. Holland spoke on “Bargan Counter Christians” last night and will discuss “Why I am Christian” tonight and “Why I am a Christian-Only” tomorrow night. Join us and be with us. you may help us and we may help you.
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Clark Denounces Bryan Accusations As Infamous
Baltimore July 11 Speaker Champ Clark declares Bryan’s charges false and infamous amid party tensions at the Democratic convention. Clark defends his honor and loyalty to the party while challenging Bryan to prove or retract slander as delegates debate the nomination.
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