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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1912
Page
2
The Decatur Daily, published by the Tennessee Valley Printing Company, lists subscription rates and delivery terms. It notes post office registration, staff roles, and a courtesy to report missed delivery for prompt service.
Advertisers must file copy in the office by a specified day for publication to ensure prompt and efficient service. The notice emphasizes requesting rates and deadlines to secure accurate and timely advertising.
The piece weighs Alabama’s choice for a national figure to present its candidate at the Baltimore convention. It evaluates Gov. O Neal Hobson Heflin Conner Underwood and others, suggesting O Neal as a likely or possible choice while noting concerns about each candidate. It hints the decision may already be made, with Underwood and Hobson discussed as options but lacking ideal balance.
The Decatur Daily announces a new weekly feature titled Saturday Sermonettes by Dr. James D. Gwaltney pastor of Central Baptist Church. The article in this issue discusses “A or a Life” and promises uplifting, eloquent writing for readers.
A lighthearted note hints at a bet or wager about a person’s participation, suggesting confidence in an upcoming venture or commitment and inviting playful speculation.
The convention appears set to ratify the nomination of the MEU committee and finalize a tail on the ticket, indicating little opposition and a streamlined process ahead.
Major Gordon outlines a strategic move regarding the construction projects at North Miops, detailing implications for oversight, timeline, and regional impact. The statement suggests careful coordination with local authorities and defense officials.
The girl stored the hatack in a New York hotel for eight years and saved about $80 000 from tips and shrewd investments. She married a policeman on Wednesday.
Senator Dixon, Roosevelt's campaign manager, accuses the National Committee of "murdering" the Republican party while a general view holds that Roosevelt himself may be a participant in the wrongdoing.
The Huntsville Times notes Decatur is raising a fund for a $10,000 hospital while also anticipating another new hotel project costing about $50,000. The community has not undertaken larger plans recently.
The Decatur Daily criticizes Senator Johnson for supporting the Lorimer election and calls the vote a national disgrace. The paper urges honesty in elections and condemns political corruption.
Edwards & Yergin tailors have rented 414 Bank Street and will move June 28 from the former W. O. Tally building. Remodels will create a modern, up-to-date shop with improvements and guaranteed customer satisfaction.
The Morgan County Law and Equity Court will convene Monday morning after a ten day adjournment. All juries for the week have been summoned by Sheriff McCollough.
A sermonette contrasts earning a living with building a life through honest hard work. It argues many people drift into easy living and temptation, while true character requires strenuous effort, truthfulness, and self-discipline to form a meaningful life.
A customer instruction warns against imitation and directs ensuring a bottle is Coca Cola, mentioning Buchheit Botting Works at Lal.
Local notice invites residents of Decatur to subscribe for services or publications with details limited by legibility. The fragmentary text mentions Pau and Waii Murti as potential names connected to the offer, but specifics are unclear. The item reads like a brief community alert or promo card from a local newspaper page.
Pierre Bernhardt and Rejane headline the Masonic stage of film in a two picture program. Camille with Marguerite Gauthier leads the program alongside Madame Sans Gene in Sardou's historical comedy. The show runs Monday afternoon and night with Bernhardt’s screen debut for immortality and her famous company from the Theatre Sarah Bernhardt, Paris.
We invite you to visit and see how Coca Cola and Soda Water are bottled at Buchheit Bottling Works. The company welcomes guests to observe the production process and enjoy fresh beverages.
Unclear OCR reads Burk Auto Co Eda Decatur S and States Building formerly occupied by Thomac Grocery Co. The fragmented text mentions a change of occupancy or address for the building in Decatur with Burk Auto Co. as a tenant.
Decatur Alabama is to get a new Burk Auto Company offering Ford and Cadillac cars. J J Burk an experienced automobile man will run a modern garage providing repairs for Ford Cadillac and other makes. The firm plans to open next Saturday serving Morgan Lawrence Limestone Lauderdale Madison and nearby counties.
The Woodmen lodge in Wikiselle holds its annual Memorial Day program on the second Sunday in June. The event includes song, prayer by Rev. J. H. Hill, and an address by Dr. S. M. Whitteside of Parkville, followed by graveside memorials for deceased members led by Join L. Foote John M. Maxwell M. Brindley Geo. A. West and R. M. McGlathery.
A short note praises Orange Julep as an excellent punch mixer from Buchheit Bottling Works, encouraging readers to try the bottle and enjoy the drink.
Corrected market list shows lemons per box from Messina at 5.00, California oranges 3.00 to 3.25, imported potatoes per bushel 1.40 with new stock at 2.00, sweet potatoes 1.00 per bushel, apples per barrel Ben Davis 5.00 and Ganos 5.50, box apples 2.50. Other items include navy beans 3.20 per bushel, Lima beans 2.25 per pound, onions Texas 1.90 to 2.25 per crate, cabbage Southern crates 2.26, strawberries crates 2.00, tomatoes 2.75 to 3.26, bananas 1.00 to 1.50 per bunch, pineapples crates 3.00.
Corrected by 3. HM. Calvin and Swift & Co. listings show price ranges for sugar, coffee, flour, canned vegetables, fish, pork, lard, butter and cheese. Includes per dozen and per case rates, with varied grades and pack sizes across staples like tomato, corn, kraut, salmon and sardines.
Corrected price list shows hyge rear candied and dressed poultry items including hen and fryer cuts. Prices listed: 9c, 14c, 26c and 8c per unit depending on cut and preparation.
Corrected by New Déestur Wide and Tallow Company. Prices for hides include dry salt 18 1-2 and 140, dry flint, tal low, 40 and Be, beemwax 8246, gin ning cultivated 31-26, wild 1-80, steep pelts 109 to 260, bones 100 abe, f on 4.50 brass.
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