Plage disruptions at Buttrey’s store spark defense by owner
J A Buttrey announces business as usual despite a so called strike at his fry goods shop. He defends actions taken for employee Miss Cramond and explains care for her and other staff while noting dismissal of Nellie Osborne and a vacation for Laura Young.
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J. A. Buttrey
Fry Goods
Miss
Cramond
Miss Cramond
Nellie Osborne
Buttrey
Laura Young
Mr. Buttrey
Willis Hill Fined for Disorderly Conduct
New Decatur police reported a disturbance on Pond Street where Willis Hill engaged in disruptive behavior near a store. He was detained by officers and later fined by Mayor Wolcott for disorderly conduct.
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Willis Hill
New Decatur
Pond Street
Wolcott
Black assailant kills man in Gadsden shooting
Benj Killian died at 4 AM after being shot May 17 by Lon Young a black man. Killian walked with his family when Young rushed in with a pistol striking him and Mrs Killian and fleeing. A midnight search failed to capture Young who later returned for belongings and money before disappearing.
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Kilian
Boys Rise to Scout Leaders at Chautauqua Event
The Chautauqua program features Mr. W. J. Rotier guiding local boys through knot tying first aid bandaging and scout craft. Parents are invited to observe the sessions and see how organized work can foster citizenship as Decatur men plan a city wide scout group with Rotier’s input.
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W. J. Rotier
Death of Morgan County merchant-planter W. R. Chunn
W R Chunn a wealthy Morgan county merchant planter and Confederate veteran died Sunday after two weeks illness from pneumonia at his daughter's home Mrs James B Vaughn He was 70 and survived by his widow and two daughters A lifelong reunion attender he recently missed the Chattanooga gathering Funeral services were held at Valermos Springs with Rev Francis Tappey Chunn owned extensive Morgan land and 新long business in Valermos Springs later retiring to his old home in Huntsville
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W.R. Chunn
Morgan, County
James B. Vaughn
Chun
Chattanooga
Valermosa Springs
Francis Tappey
Chunn
Morgan County
Valermoso Springs
Hunteville
Prosperity Rising in the Decaturs and Morgan County
The article extols growing prosperity across Decatur and Morgan County Alabama with farmers merchants and professionals thriving. It predicts population growth and promotes consolidation of nearby cities into one unified government to accelerate development and reduce bickering.
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Decaturs
Morgan County
North Alabama
Southland
Belmar Wireless Station Nears Completion in New Jersey
Belmar New Jersey June 3 The Marconi company is nearing completion of a major ocean wireless telegraphy station costing over 500000 dollars. When ready it will allow uninterrupted two way messaging with Europe, enabling near cable speed. The facility is about 6000 feet long and among the world’s largest.
Judge Speake Presiding in Court at Florence
Judge Speake presiding in Florence with Circuit Judge Chas P Almon. Boerke of Decatur holds court in Florence after disqualification from a Decatur case. Non jury term to be held here with a light docket.
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Judge Speake
Florence
D. W. Boerke
Decatur
Chas. P. Almon
Speake
Tri-Cities
Dally
Johnson Appointed Postmaster at Florence
H. I. Johnson has received notice of his appointment as Postmaster at Florence, announced in the Decatur Daily Florence on June 3. The official action solidifies Johnson’s role overseeing local mail service and postal operations.
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Decaturs
Florence
H. 1. Johnson
Brooks Canning Law Takes Effect With Labeling Demands
New York reporting that the Brooks canning law goes into effect today requiring canned goods to bear outside labels detailing material and quantity inside. A shrinkage and shortage table is provided to guide cannery operators in compliance.
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New York
Attempted mob attack on umpire at Selma ball park
Selma reports a disgraceful scene at Riverside Park after Clarkedale defeated Selma 9 to 1. Umpire Thompson faced abuse from Selma players and fans over three games, with Holt, Selma’s catcher, brandishing a bat and later eggs and missiles aimed at the official. Authorities intervened and organizers vow safeguards to prevent repeats.
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Spratt
Selma
Garlih
Thompson
Fants
Ball Park
Py Pall Park
Sculptor presents world center plan to King in Rome
Hendrik Christian Andersen, the Newport sculptor, showed King Victor Emmanuel the nine year project for a world center of international interests. The idea includes a site housing up to nine hundred inhabitants and possible ties to Tripoli American proposals. Cooperation with Bryan peace plan is noted, with nine nations backing the concept.
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World Center
KING
Newport
R. I
Victor Emmanuel of
Italy
Poe
Bryan
River Stage Flood Update at 21 Feet
River stage reports flood level at 21 feet with height 8 feet and current status stationary. Authorities monitor rising water and urge residents to stay away from affected areas.
Baby Baptized With Old Scottish Rites At Cathedral
Ruth Katherine Daggett daughter of Byron B Daggett was baptized at the Scottish Rite Cathedral Buffalo New York using ancient rites not seen in the U S since 1771 The ceremony made the child a member of the Lodge of Perfection under the Masonic order Daggett a thirty third degree Mason holds titles in the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Heh Rite and Palmoni Lodge of Perfection.
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Buffalo
N. Y
Ruth Katherine Daggett
Byron B. Daggett
Mr. Daggett
Palmoni Lodge of Perfection
Third Degree May Be Abolished by Atlanta Police
Atlanta June 3 A movement to end sweat box and third degree methods by Atlanta police may arise from Phagan case factors. Accusations claim detectives pressed witnesses and suspects into false or doubtful statements through beatings and threats. Officials say such third degree tactics are wrong regardless of results.
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Atlanta
Frank
Doc McDaniel Charged with Knife Assault Fined
In Law and Equity court this morning Doc McDaniel was charged with assault with a knife and fined $50. The case records indicate the incident occurred earlier, with McDaniel appearing before the judge for sentencing.
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Doc” McDaniel
Law and Equity Court
Weather Man Delights Chautauqua Crowd With Storm At Sea
A near mishap at the big tent yesterday afternoon featured the weather man in the act Storm At Sea. The tent swayed and creaked while sailors battled waves and mist. The audience, some seasick, stayed and applauded as A B Lampkin recovered from a collapse and planned to resume work after rest. The show drew crowds again last night despite rain with sawdust spread for comfort.
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A. B. Lampkin
Lampkin
Chaptauqua Program Evening Concerts and Lectures
On Tuesday evening the Bergen Marx Trio performs with admission 35 cents. Wednesday offers a Boy Scouts lecture The School of Tragedy at morning, 25 cent admission, followed by Bohumbr Kry and His Band in the afternoon and Kyrl and His Band in the evening, each concert at 50 cents.
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The
Bergen- Marx
Bohumbr Kry
AGAIN PROTESTS OVERRULED BY CITY COUNCIL
The New Decatur City Council held a special session with full attendance to hear protests against Moulton Street and Grant Street Fourth Avenue ordinances. Attorney Chas H Eyster opposed on behalf of North Alabama Traction Co and property owners but council approved ordinances and set bidding. Bids will be opened on the 16th of the month.
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New Decatur
Moulton
Grant Streets
Fourth Avenue
City Engieer
A. M. Lund
Moulton Stret Ordnance
Chas. H. Eyster
North Alaabama Traction Company
Ingram
Southern Bitholithic Paving Company
Grant Street
Postponed Opening At Oakland Park Delayed To Friday
Postponed opening due to weather conditions. Oakland Park will remain closed and reopen on Friday June 6.
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Oakland Park
Decatur City Council Sets Regular Session Tonight
Decatur City Council meets in regular session tonight at 8 o clock to discuss city business and take possible votes on agenda items.
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Decatur City Council
Young men to be given lawyer's license
Montgomery June young men who graduated in law last Wednesday at the University will receive formal licenses within the next two days from General R F Ligon clerk of the supreme court to practice law in Alabama. General Ligon Monday received list of sixty six graduates from President George Denny of the University and Prof Farrah dean of the law department. This is the largest class of law graduates ever turned out of the university.
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Montgomery
Ligon
Supreme Court
Alabama
George Denny
University
Farrah
Law
General Ligon
Negro Driver Dies at Freifat Depot
Jim Wise, a negro driver for Morgan County Grocery Company, collapsed and died at the L and W N freight depot this afternoon while on freight for his firm. Apoplexy was the probable cause of death.
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Freifat
Jim Wise
The
Morgan County Grocery Company
Snyder Convicted on One Charge Faces Another
H Kurtis Snyder of Falkville, jailed, was found guilty of attempting to break jail. He now faces a second charge and likely sentencing tomorrow, with Price serving as attorney for the defense.
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Snyder
H. Kurtis Snyder
Falkville
Price
St. George Cafe Change In Management Planned
George Spanos of Birmingham closed a deal to take possession of the St. George Cafe on Main Street within a week, likely signaling a change in management.
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ST. George Cafe
Hanns
George Spanos
Birmingham
Pete Be
St. George
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Lon Young
W. J. Rother
Rother
Big Jersey
Marconi Company
Belmar
N. J
Marconi
Johnson
Selma Toughs
Riverside Park
Clarkedale de
Holt
Emmanuel
Rome
Hendrik Christian ‘Andersen
World Center For Inter
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Tion
Conley
Doc
Boy Scouts
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Goungil
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Decatur Council
R. F
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