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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 14, 1916

Page

4

Calhoun to Speak on America in Historic Light

Emmet R. Calhoun of Birmingham will address public meetings on his topic America and American in the Light of Ancient History. He will speak at Hartselle Madison Gurley Paint Rock New Hope Scottsboro Bridgeport Stevenson Florence on July 17 to 21 with times listed for each city.

Ivitation Emmet R. Calhoun Birmingham America Hartsella Athens Lax Madison Gurley Paint Rock New Hope Scottsboro Bridgeport Stevenson Florence

Madrid Seeks Conference as Martial Law Shields Rail Lines

International News Service reports Spain in martial law after a nationwide railroad strike. Troops guard trains in strike districts while King Alfonso meets with officials to arrange talks between strikers and the government.

International News Service Madrid Spain Alfonso

A Gutter Magdalene Stars Fannie Ward in Salvation Army Tale

Fannie Ward leads in Willard Mack's photoplay A Gutter Magdalene a vivid city life drama where Ward as Maida seeks redemption through Salvation Army work. Temptations recur as her past returns and her resistance drives the unfolding romance and adventure.

Fannie Ward Tennessee Paramount Willard Mack Miss Ward Maida Salvation Army

Tron Claw Opens Pathe Serial Promise Thrills and Laughs

Delite Theatre presents Opening Episodes of Pathe serial The Tron Claw. Pathe promises first quality thrills with a few laughs as directors and writers refine the art of installment storytelling from the era of The Perils of Pauline.

Pathe Erils Pauline

Casement Appeals Treason Charge Only

The appeal of Sir Roger Casement will be heard by five judges in the court of appeals on Monday. It is directed only against his conviction for high treason. Casement was found guilty and sentenced to death on June 29.

International News Service London Sir Roger Casement Court of Appeals Casement

Fire Sale at A Spielberger's Slashes Prices

Fire sale continues with deep discounts on footwear shirts and fabrics. Ladies white pumps drop from 2 50 to 1 00 and ladies black pumps from 3 50 to 1 50. Men's Douglas oxfords and gunmetals down to 2 85, pants to 2 50 or 1 98 for small sizes. Crepe dress goods 8c yard, hats 89c, undershirts 23c.

Douglas

Negro Revival Sweeps Shiloh Baptist Church Services

A large revival ongoing at Shiloh Baptist Church in the city district is led by Rev Wilson with Rev S R Skelton D D of the Interdenominational Bureau in charge. The sermon series titled The Danger of Delaying draws strong interest as Skelton says the church is the greatest earthly reformatory.

Shiloh Baptist Church Wilson S. R. Skelton D.D Interdenominational Bureau of the United States

Lim Lax touted as remedy for constipation

A famous stomach physician's prescription Lim Lax is advertised by Decatur and New Decatur drug firms. Preuit Dillehay Drug Co and Decatu Drug Co promote its formula with a 25 cent bottle. Thousands claim relief as other reliable druggists stock it.

Lim-Lax Preuit-Dillehay Drug Co Decatu Drug Co Decatur Drug Co Decatur Preuit Dillehay Drug Co New Decatur

Alabama Bar Convenes as Judges Debate Selection

The Alabama bar gathering features talks by Harry T. Smith on political judiciaries and a Whiteside report on judicial administration. Smith contends elections fail to pick qualified judges and calls for improved methods, while the group reviews recent legislation and plans for education, workmen’s compensation, and public outreach.

Whiteside McDowell Harry T. Smith Mobile Alabama Smith Henry F. Reese LeRoy P. Percy EY Gipson Henry A. Bradshaw Virgil Bouldin Thos. S. Fraser

The Wally Business and Professional Cards

A compact card listing business and professional cards printed or engraved titled The Wally. It notes distinct card styles and services offered for professionals seeking print options.

Wally

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E. R. Calhoun Army OF United States Batik St Decatur Ala Thomas L. Marshall Railroad Street Decaturs Boone Hay Knights Templar B. E. Preuit of Preuit-Dillehay Drug Co McCartney Street Marion Namie McCartney and Vine Streets Sherman Street E. H. Allison J. A. Thornhill Third Avenue Jackson St W. B. Edmundson Pelephone Methodist Church Call Wilder Place Line St Oak St Walnut St Church St Fourth Ave Eleventh Ave Sixth Ave Somerville Road Bank St Bank E. Pride Decatur, Ala Paramount—Lasky Delite Theatre THE IRON Pearl White Creighton Hale Sheldon Lewis Mabel Normand Arbuckle Masonic and Star Theatres Branham & Hughes Spring Hill, Maury County Nashville Onde Tennessee Branham & Hughes School Spring Hill A. Spielberger Mr. Smith W. W. Whiteside Anniston Pro Wm. Litg Law Department University of Virginia Chas. L. Price Capt Samuel Blackwell E. C. Nix W. T. Lowe S. A. Lynne W. J. Bailey Hall Tennis Tidwell G. C. Chenault Lee T. W Alabama Bar Association Mundo Newton D. Baker National Guard Baker W A. Denson Bar Association Birmingham Age-Herald New York Bank Street Russel & Nichols Second Avenue Fritz J. Hungerford Smith Co Rochester N. Y Norris Tanlac
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