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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1915
Page
2
Community newspaper notice lists mailing and subscription rates, delivery terms, and contact guidance. Editorial staff names are provided with city editor and manager roles, urging readers to report late deliveries by phoning the New Decatur office.
The Decatur Daily will not publish Monday in observance of Independence Day. The paper notes this annual custom to allow employees to celebrate after their own fashion and asks subscribers to indulge the brief relaxation from duty.
After noting a safe and sane Fourth the article urges readers to stay alert for the upcoming Fifth. It stresses continued caution and attentiveness as celebrations continue with limited reserves of attention.
A remark by Huerta about visiting his daughter on the border raises questions about why she did not travel to New York to visit him, suggesting an unstated reason or family dynamic behind the trip.
Alabama Supreme Court finds that a woman calling another woman a slimy faced heifer constitutes abusive language under the law. The ruling hinges on the characterization of the remark as offensive and improper conduct in public discourse.
Ip celebrates July fifth as a combined Fourth of July and tag day with Huntsville focusing on both sides of the street and public attention on the event.
A veteran Mexican ruler known for military power and repeated presidencies is remembered in exile after revolutions toppled his autocratic regime. He began in law and army roles, fought the French, and captured Mexico City. Diaz’s rule brought stability and peace, yet failed to fix deep social ills fueling future upheavals.
Senator Kern pledges The Nebraskan support for Woodrow Wilson for another presidential term. The pledge recalls Bryan’s recent Clark backing at the Baltimore convention, which tempers the potential impact of Kern's endorsement.
The Thaw case reveals a lack of consensus among alienists. Experts at the inquiry present divergent opinions on the defendant’s mental state and its implications for responsibility.
The remark classifies sanity experts into three groups: those hired by the defense, those hired by the prosecution, and those unable to find a market. It highlights the adversarial role of experts in legal proceedings and the challenges in the field.
The continued rains and alternating sunshine suggest a bumper crop for Alabama. Optimists expect the favorable growing season to yield solid harvest results.
Evangelist T C Reese a preacher for the Home Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention will lead a two week revival at Southside Baptist Church starting tomorrow. Services are at 11 am 2:30 pm and 7:45 pm daily with a large tent on the church lot at 8th Ave and 9th St. Music by G W Reynolds and a chorus choir will accompany the meetings. Attendance urged with car directions provided. Geo W Wilburn pastor invites all.
The Nashville Banner notes a possible German Austria alliance to conquer Russia and asks why Britain France and Italy fail to amass matching forces. It questions Britain's army size and Italy's 2 to 3 million potential strength, urging quick action to save Russia.
The Montgomery Savings Bank lost the state suit to recover $110,000 but damages were set at one cent. The jury accepted that the money, though state funds, was deposited in Oakley's name and the checks by Theo Lacy were proper, raising questions about bankers' knowledge of Lacy’s intent to deliver funds to the state treasury.
The Decaturs grow big tomatoes in their garden, showcasing a thriving home crop. They share tips on soil, watering, and varieties, highlighting the bountiful harvest and community pride.
Baker Brown as administrator of the estate of Robert Brown, deceased, has filed his accounts and vouchers for the final settlement. The Probate Court of Morgan County Alabama sets July 1, 1915, as the notice date with the August 26, 1917 deadline for interested parties to respond.
The McGulloch residence on Moulton street West was struck by fire last night around 9 o clock. Flames appeared in a closet where a previous blaze had started, causing smoke and water damage with no one at home. Nearby, a two story house at McCartney and Church streets, reportedly occupied by a Black family, was badly damaged by fire early this morning. Decatur firemen contained the blaze.
An advertisement extols Prince Albert tobacco as superior for pipes and cigarettes. It claims no bite to the tongue or throat, lasting flavor and wholesome aroma, urging readers to buy 5 and 10 cent tins or bags to prove its claims.
Evidence of strong soil productivity emerges after the Daily Bertillon measurements. T W Wright of 1502 Sixth Avenue South presents a 23 ounce tomato, challenging skeptics who can view the specimen. A larger Wright tomato rotted before ripening when chickens disturbed it.
Exclusive agents in the De caturs for Lilly's Purity Ice Creams and Sherbets promote their product as best. Prospective customers are urged to come or phone for a trial order at Owl Drug Co. 401 Bank St. Decatur.
Morgan Furniture Co offers the home on easy payments at its showroom located at 118 1st Avenue. Shoppers can select living room and bedroom pieces with affordable installment plans and no large upfront costs.
A brief reader note urges readers to call Phone 46 to subscribe to the Decatur Daily. It emphasizes easy sign up and regular delivery, aiming to boost circulation and reader engagement.
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