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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1915

Page

2

Publication data and delivery contact details

The notice lists postal handling dates for New Decatur Alabama and subscription rates for carrier and mail delivery, plus manager contact and a request to report irregular or late newspaper delivery by telephone. It includes names D HARKREADER W B SHELTON REN M BLOODWORTH and a mailing notice dated February 26, 1912.

The Mexican Situation Darkens as Wilson Reads Riot Warning

The United States has issued a sharp note to warring Mexican factions as famine and revolution deepen Mexico’s crisis. President Wilson previously favored watchful waiting but growing humanitarian concerns push toward possible action depending on Mexico’s reply to the admonition.

Wilson Mexico United States

Al Jennings’s Next Move After Conversion

Speculation runs as Al Jennings considers his future after conversion. Possible paths include lecturing for the Anti Saloon League or pursuing vaudeville stage work.

al Jennings Anti-Saloon League

It’s a Cinch Waterson Can Lick the Kaiser

The piece editorializes that Col. Henry Waterson is certain to best the Kaiser in spirit and mock battle, asserting confidence in Waterson’s resolve and leadership while noting the wartime mood and public sentiment.

Col. Henry Watterson Kaiser

Huerta Contemplates Roles in Candid Cabinets Abroad

The statement suggests former general Huerta may seek positions in cabinets of nations slow to salute the flag. It notes possible roles abroad and signals diplomatic maneuvering amid lingering controversies surrounding his leadership and loyalty.

Huerta

Umpire Role in Mexican Situation Seen as US Ordered

Commentator argues the United States bears responsibility to order prevolutionists to act, either engage in combat or retreat, amid Mexican political strife. The piece frames US influence as decisive in shaping potential outcomes and prompts debate on intervention.

United States

Question on whether submarines and planes follow old international law

The piece argues that the German situation narrows to whether submarines and airplanes are bound by prewar international law, before new weapons showed their effectiveness. It weighs if existing rules suffice or need revision due to these agents of destruction.

Bull Moose Line Animals Too Brave to Fight

The report notes a line of animals described as “too brave to fight” referring to an unusual herd label. The phrase suggests a lighthearted or ironic description rather than a documented event, with no clear names or dates provided.

Dying Frohman Calls Death A Pleasing Adventure

The note recalls Charles Frohman who reportedly spoke of death as a pleasing adventure and offered no defense of marriage as he faced his end.

Chas. Frohman

Shipbuilding Plant Planned Amid Alabama Interest Drop

Announcement reports a ship ing plant site selected in Alabama despite waning local interest. Officials cite regional benefits and expected economic impact while northern markets influence the project timeline and funding considerations.

Jackson Woman Endorses Tanlac After Remarkable Recovery

Mrs. J B Wilkins of 428 North Hays Avenue Jackson Tennessee credits Tanlac with relief after eight years of side pain kidney liver and catarrhal troubles. She reports improved appetite digestion weight gain and strength after two bottles and urges others to try the remedy. Local distributor notes numerous similar testimonials across the state. Tanlac is sold in Decatur by Decatur Drug Co and in New Decatur by Preuit Dillehay Drug Co Ad.

J. B. Wilkins North Hays Avenue Jackson Tenn Mm B. W. Hughes D.r. Nance Company Tanlac Louisville Moses R. Glenn Kentucky Decatur Decatur Drug Co New Decatur Preuit-Dillehay Drug Co Ady

Morgan County Team Wins Declamation Contest

Morgan County high school from Hartselle defeated Etowah high Saturday in a Gadsden held declamation contest. The Hartselle team remains undefeated and pursues the state championship as Prof. J. H. Riddle, superintendent, accompanied the group.

Morgan County High School Hartselle Etowah High Morgan County J. H. Riddle Gadsden

Letter by late Judge Roan on Leo Frank clemency

Atlanta May 1 A letter by the late Judge Roan who presided over the Leo Frank case is presented at the commutation hearing. Dated 1914 it was addressed to Luther Rosser and Reuben Arnold and discusses awaiting the record review before recommending clemency to commute Frank’s sentence to life.

Atlanta J Ll Roan la Ureitig le Hae Petal Luther Z. Rosser Reuben Nold Frank Cou New York Leo M. Frank Frank Conley

Swain Show Comes to Central Park for Week

The W. I. Swain Show Company announces a week of tent entertainment starting Monday June 7 at Central Park. A water-proof tent houses performances, with the act billed as the oldest and best equipped tent show in its class, promising familiar tent spectacle and crowd-pleasing pageantry.

Central Park W. I. Swain Will Mr. Swain W. J. Swain Show Co Silver Cornet Band

Farmer Gus Adams shot in Cullman quarrel with neighbor Monroe West

In Cullman on June 1 Gus Adams a well known local farmer was shot and seriously injured after a quarrel with neighbor Monroe West. Police report no reason for the shooting and no arrest is mentioned.

Cullman Gus Adams Monroe West

Athens Man with Injured Eye Seeks Treatment Here

G. T. Morell of Athens Alabama is in Decatur for eye injury treatment after being struck by flying steel while working in his carriage shop. He is visiting his daughter Mrs. Norman Todd and is a member of the Claude Morell and Father firm.

G. T. Morell Athens Ala Decaturs Norman Todd Morell Claude Morell

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THE Decaturs Daily Tennessee Valley Printing Company, Inc N. D. Harkreader, W. RB. Shelton, Ren M. Bloodworth City Madero Alabama Aah Heliee Alia Morgan Etowah Swain Show Grounds Eee EP Oy Nn Ston GGEST Aptrica Quay Herbert Swift Thos J. Kane Boyd Holloway Fred Capman Thelma Fitteen L. B. Frahn Mdern Ught Sherman T. M. Dix W. Li Gover Sherman Street J. B. Schimmel N. B. Peake Fourth Avenue C. E. Malone East Moulton St J. W. Fraham 11Th Avenue E. H. Allison Nelson Trimble Wilder Prescription Department F. F. Dalley Co., Ltd Buffalo N.Y Hamilton, Can Mutual Benefit Site Insurance Company Newark First Mortgage W. A. Bibb & Son Morgan County Navnal Bank E.C. Payne Lumber Co Decatur,Ale Morgan County National Bank New Decatur, Ala G. A. Hopf WM H. E. Skeggs F. A. Bloodworth A. H. Hopp Albert Mitchell New Decatur Hotel C.H. Gofort Second Avenue Harry J. Frahn Pirot National Bank Building Nashville, Tenn Decatur Navigation Co Guntersville Bank Street America Bank ST
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