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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1913
Page
2
Governor backs direct primaries plan to curb slow movers
The piece argues that New York Governor supports direct primaries to keep ambitious but slow officials out of public office. It notes Board of Estimates letters reveal poor spelling and phrasing by teachers, labeled as requests for overdue salary payments. The text ends by questioning whether checks have been issued once the English discussion ends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Board of Estimates
Post Office Budget Controversy Slips Past Public Scrutiny
The piece notes a clash between current and former postal officials over a minor surcharge of deficit. it observes ordinary citizens care more about prompt delivery than government accounting disputes, and questions the transparency of bookkeeping practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Post Office Department
Roo
Panama Canal Gossips Question Commerce Focus
Readers debate the purpose of the Panama Canal. some insist it serves trade, while others argue it should also support naval use. The article notes denial that a prominent figure is involved and hints at mixed opinions about its loading and utilization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Panama “Canal
Sunday School and Parish Picnic at St Johns Church
St John's Church hosts a parish picnic at the pavilion on Thursday June 12 at 4 PM with attendees meeting at the Guild House at 3 PM. A special car will depart for the picnic grounds. Advertisement for Chamberlain's Coke and Diarrhoea Remedy cites summer readiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. John’s Church
Guild Hause
Harness Makers John P D Wyker & Son Advert
An old newspaper fragment advertises harness making and repair by John P D Wyker and Son. It also mentions Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a cure for dysentery and lists S M Thompson New Decatur and Decatur Drug Co as sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
S. M.thompson
New Decaur
Decatur Drug Co
Decatur
John PD. Wyker & Son
S. M. Thompson, New Decatur
Britain Bros Markets Home Goods and Appliances
Britain Brothers advertise ice cream freezers Mattings and Rugs stoves and screen doors in a concise home goods promotion. The listing emphasizes variety in refrigeration heating and household accessories with a focus on efficiency and value. The ad presents a broad catalog under the Britain Brothers brand.
Baseball Gloveless Past and Modern Base Running Critique
A reflective sports column laments players ignoring bases and recalls old times. It notes Joe Engel forgetting to touch first after a triple in Cleveland and questions Hughey Jennings time on base touching. The piece contrasts toughening up through past eras with current batting success and the public dislike of the Cincinnati base hit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noble Atlesen
Cleveland
Joe Engel
Hughey Jennings
Flag Raising in Birmingham Sparks Local Fans Today
In Birmingham on June 9 baseball fans plan to attend the flag raising marking a pennant event despite the city’s poor start to the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
Birmingmah
Boarders Wanted Near Canal Street
Wanted all want ads cash in advance. Nice comfortable rooms and excellent board in a pleasant setting. Convenient location. Apply at 301 Canal Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canal Street
Atlanta Team Set for Birmingham Event Tonight
The Atlanta team will be here for the event with games starting after the 3:30 official hour. Harry Jones will be master of ceremonies as Birmingham and surrounding prominent citizens participate. Fans show strong support and attendance is high, with weather influencing the outcome. Chamberlain's Liniment is recommended for muscle soreness and rheumatic pains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Eam
Harry’ Jones
Birmingham
Stutt’s Eas It Promised To Ease Severe Pain
An advertisement urges readers to try Stutt’s Eas It as a remedy for intense pain and nervous distress. Dillehoy Bros offer a personal guarantee with every bottle, claiming it as a new discovery for all pain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stutt
Dillehoy Bros
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