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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1913
Page
1
A deadly blaze swept four buildings of the Binghamton Clothing Company yesterday afternoon. About 126 workers were inside. 22 bodies recovered by last night with around 30 injured. Rescue crowds watched under three searchlights as officials investigated causes and potential cigarette-related ignition.
The Southern Express Company faced a court injunction today in Morgan county as the enforcement of a liquor law advances. Papers were filed this afternoon signaling a further step toward stopping spiritous liquor deliveries, with potential home actions likely to curb steam boat shipments.
Dr W F Black opens an office in room 3 Bond block to specialize in electrical therapeutics for nervous trouble rheumatism and constipation. He has performed several rectal operations and is recognized as an expert. He returns from Birmingham after ten years and expects a substantial Decatur practice.
Hdldie W. Gilbreath of Cullman Chagley Shorty of Hunttsville and Frank Thompson of Winchester Tenn enlisted at the local army recruiting station. They left yesterday for Jefferson Barracks Mo Gilbreath and Byapt nlisted for entry while Thompson heads for the larger draft post captain W N of Nashville states that the recruiting district office is in the beat sub station.
In Illinois at Carpentersville the prohibition side led by women won 1782 to 155 with 151 women voting, while Benton saw an anti saloon victory as fourteen women backed saloons and 408 opposed, indicating women’s influence in local option elections.
Ossining July 23 Two convicts and a long term prisoner became heroes in a major blaze at Sing Sing Prison causing between 150 000 and 175 000 in damages Warden Clancy watched them drag large cans of benzene and gasoline from the pan n shed as the fire raged An explosion that could have worsened the damage was avoided Fourteen hundred inmates witnessed the event and a reward for the rescuers is planned with term reductions in consideration
About 200 feet of cement walks are being laid on Johnson Street in front of the homes of J. L. Proctor, C. J. Curry, M. Mibor, and Mr. Wolf.
Washington July 23 The post office department announced changes in parcel post operations. The maximum weight rises from 11 to 20 pounds for first and second zones and rates are reduced. A simplified rate chart replaces the former map. Changes await approval and take effect August 16.
Washington dispatch reports Ambassador Henry Lane Wilson has arrived or may arrive shortly to confer with President and State Department on U S recognition of Huerta regime. A cautious approach mirrors Diaz era policy with decisions based on reliable information and pending Wilson briefing.
A telephone pole on Ferry Street near Bank Street either blew or fell down, impairing service for a time. The force pulled a small pole across the street with the large pole attached, lifting it clear from the ground and across a car light.
In Jackson Mississippi on July 23 thirty five black prisoners died in a fire at the Oakley convict farm twenty miles from the city. Trapped on the second story their bars blocked escape while guards and staff could not reach them. The blaze consumed the structure as the convicts perished and the air filled with the odor of burning flesh.
A zinc box containing a liquid and described as a possible bomb was delivered by parcel post to the Carnegie Corporation office in New York. The box, four by ten inches, was inspected by Police Explosives Expert Inspector Egan, who noted its uncertain contents and soldered openings.
Health is the first consideration happiness the second business the third. This combination is what the Decaturs offer. There are very few localities in the country with water as good as these cities. The sewer system equals the best with miles of paved streets and concrete sidewalks. Thousands of dollars more contracted for and work to be undertaken at once. Climate unsurpassed and health excellent. Epidemics unknown. The moral tone high with churches and schools flourishing. Com of great volume conducted in our cities of 18 000 souls and the Decaturs pushing ahead. It's health happiness and prosperity here. Come live with us.
In Cullman Alabama on July 23 a wagon ride to Simcoe ended in a fatal ambush. Mack Miller and his son Robert Miller were killed along with neighbor Rube Carter after shots rang out from behind the wagon. An elderly man was suspected as the target.
A three year old son of Gus Flack fell into a 25 foot well with 8 feet of water near Fairview yesterday. He clung to the well wall until the bucket was lowered and finally gripped it on the second try, being drawn to the surface unharmed. The rescue was described as a miracle and credited to the boy’s presence of mind.
Montgomery July 23 John H Wallace Jr state game and fish commissioner directs all wardens to enforce the open dove season starting August 1. Deputies are urged to arrest anyone shooting doves out of season hunting without licenses or violating game and fish laws. He particularly condemns the baiting of doves.
In Aniston on July 23 Rev. Charlies K. Weller, rector of St. Michael and All Angels, runs a large car on gasoline over 20 years old. The fuel, bought by John W. Noble before local gas lights existed, was stored in a copper tank at the Noble home and later sold. Weller has ordered more of Noble fluid and will continue using it in the car.
Professor W F Jones outlines the 1913 14 public school staff with W F Jones as Superintendent and H A Pettus as principal at the High School. Names cover English Physics Latin History Mathematics Reading Language Drawing Writing Science and more across elementary and ward schools, with building assignments to be announced and high school placements subject to change before September 15.
At a June 2 1913 board meeting a new incidental fee plan was approved for 1913 14. Grades through 7 pay 4.00 yearly with 3 or more children from a family paying 3.00 each if paid together. grades 8 11 pay 10.00 yearly. Half fees due before school and before the second term. late entry affects charges. The fee aims to boost revenue as enrollment rose 40 percent while revenue grew only 6.4 percent.
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