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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1913
Page
2
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Advertisers must submit copy to the office by noon on publication day to ensure proper service. Nicaragua shifts focus away from Chautauqua to aid the secretary of state’s relief efforts.
A public notice states that rail road rates are being revised upward. Officials warned travelers and shippers to expect higher charges as the changes take effect this season.
Report notes traction firms in the suffrage state often reduce the height of streetcar steps without waiting for public pressure, signaling a proactive approach to accessibility and convenience for riders.
Slow progress in filling diplomatic positions reflects the ingrained modesty of literary men rather than a shortage of willing servants.
Persons seeking a Panama Canal keepsake learn that the cranes once used in digging the Culebra Cut are now offered for sale. The offering highlights historic machinery tied to the canal construction era and appeals to collectors and enthusiasts.
The article notes efforts to mobilize U.S. opinion for a large standing army have drawn little opposition and largely gone unnoticed by the public. It highlights widespread indifference to defense expansion proposals and the lack of public response to calls for stronger military forces.
A fragment asserts the United States government has planted millions of fish eggs in lakes and rivers annually for decades, noting strong skepticism among some returning travelers about the claim.
The author argues that funds diverted from express companies into business improvements delayed parcel post. If a fair share had supported modernization earlier, the parcel post system would not have existed yet or would have been delayed by years.
Indianapolis officials struggle to classify a kangaroo for personal property assessment. It is not a fowl nor livestock, leaving the animal in tax limbo and raising questions about the future of the personal tax.
The city orders tearing down the old Decatur ball park grand stand ending an era of professional teams. Manning, an ex Auburn player, heads to the majors next year alongside other Alabama school athletes who have risen to prominence. Suggestions arise that political candidates should address crowds after home wins to capture peak enthusiasm. George Yantz’s final work with the Pelicans is missed as he is crippled.
Telegraphic note reports the Mexican Federal gunboat Tam pico was destroyed by a bomb from an aeroplane over Guaymas harbor. Police theory links Miss Florence T Brown to a Dallas office murder as battle with a burglar. Thomas Allen Russell, famed for whipping Cole Younger, dies in Fulton Missouri. Republican Senators split over tariff. Progressive conferences seek substitute schedules opposed to Smoot Wool amendment.
A serialized tale unfolds in northern New York and Washington as Wanda Kelly must confront an engagement with Standish. Experiments with blackmail and political pressure drive chapters where Miss Kelly faces peril, and Grace contends with danger to her reputation while demanding truth about the Woman’s identity.
Mark confronts Grace in a library as truths spill forth. He admits love endures and vows to keep loving her even as they face separation. Grace reveals her sacrifice and guilt, admitting she deceived him to protect their bond and insisting love now binds them.
Ambassador Henry Lane Wil conferred with President Wilson on the Mexican situation. Reports say their views differ, especially on recognizing the Huerta government, and the President may accept Wil's resignation at an early date.
Umpire Stockdale attracts strong criticism across the Southern circuit as officials defend calls and fans debate officiating standards.
The New York players announce plans to purchase real estate using their share of the world series prize money. They intend to invest in properties as a long term financial move following their victory.
George Robinson, his wife, and two children were found shot to death in their Rumsey area farm. The three-year-old girl lay in one room, the 12-year-old son and wife in another, with a shotgun across Robinson's body and three empty shells nearby. The house showed evidence of a fierce struggle and police have not ruled out murder or suicide.
A line of engraved visiting cards is advertised with prices to suit all budgets. The note emphasizes affordable options and suggests customers review the catalog for different styles.
Angered Republicans cut a House record minute in a bid to force debate as Representative Thomas may not speak in defense of Attorney General McReynolds over the Diggs Caminetti case.
La Fayette Young arrives in London from the Balkan War zone and says the conflict is brutal. He warns that neglected crops will leave people with nothing to live on this coming winter.
Secretary McAdoo said the drop in Government 2 per cent bonds to 954 cents reflected New York bankers concerted action aimed at defeating the Currency Bill. Senator Lodge named as among many political conference participants. Lobby witness Martin W. Mulhall testified he did not know Mulhall until the inquiry began.
Senator Bryan of Florida renewed his fight against Postmaster General Burleson's parcel post extension set for August 15. His motion to strike the Lewis clause from the act was laid over for action tomorrow. The House Banking and Currency Committee said it would hold a caucus on August 11 to consider its report on the Administration Currency Bill and adopted a resolution imposing secrecy on future proceedings.
Striking miners in Calumet Michigan held a parade and an open air meeting where Western Federation officials congratulated the union on the showing made.
The New Orleans Cotton Exchange issued a statement claiming the proposed tax on cotton futures would cut competition and cost cotton growers hundreds of millions of dollars.
EAS IT is the wonderful headache remedy that your leading druggist sells Stutt's Bpas-It in 10c 25c and 50c bottles. It guarantees relief from headache neuralgia or nervousness. Money back if not satisfied. Sold by Dillehay Bros.
To Our Subscribers we are anxious that your paper be delivered promptly each afternoon. We urge you to telephone if the paper does not arrive. call the paper and we will ensure the carrier serves each afternoon. Also advertise our visiting cards and prices.
A fragmentary line expresses deep affection and an appeal to erase heartbreak. The speaker declares love with repetition, addressing a beloved as a closing plea. The snippet hints at romantic yearning and emotional tension without broader context.
Mrs William Orvis of Clare Michigan praises Cham berlain s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy claiming it cured her young girl s dysentery and calling it the best medicine in the world. For sale by all dealers.
Mortgage holder New Morgan County Building and Loan Association will sell at public outcry for cash the property described as Lot eight block twenty seven addition two of Decatur Land Improvement and Furnace Company in Decatur Morgan County Alabama. Sale set for August 6 1913 at courthouse door of Decatur Alabama. Property secured by E A Brown mortgage dated October 19 1908 for $800.00. Attorney BE W Godbey signs notice.
An old advertisement claims Ballard's Snow Liniment is the most effective flesh healer for humans and animals, offering relief for wounds. It lists prices 26c 50c and $1.00 per bottle and notes Owl Drug Co. as the seller.
Blisters on the hands scalds burns old sores and rheumatism are treated with Ballard's Snow Liniment praised for penetrating relief. Available in 25c 50c and 1.00 bottles sold by Owl Drug Co.
A governor backed call directs road overseers to mobilize labor on August 14, 16 and 18 for county road work. Citizens are urged to participate with teams, wagons and plows to improve sections agreed upon, despite lack of county funds for the plan.
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