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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1916
Page
2
The Decatur Daily notes this is a second class matter dated February 26 1912 with post office in New Decatur Alabama under the act of March 3 1876.
By carrier per week ten cents. By mail one month forty cents. Three months one dollar. Six months one dollar seventy six. One year three dollars. If undelivered call thirty six? New Decatur. Notify us to ensure prompt delivery.
A distant view of Teddy Roosevelt entering the Chicago GOP gathering sparks analysis of whether his appearance will sway delegates. The piece warns the old guard may knife him whether nominated or opposed by progressives, and notes a bleak outlook for Republican prospects.
The piece argues that Mexican politics dominate the 1916 presidential race with Carranza and Villa as focal points. It criticizes the Republican platform for offering only denunciation of Wilson's Mexico policy and no concrete actions, while predicting Democratic defense of Wilson. The author notes the platform's elasticity and lack of clear remedy.
The piece notes the Republican response to Wilson's proposals and their risk of condemning what he might advocate. It suggests the core issue is uncertainty over Wilsons future positions and how it affects political strategy.
The Decaturs Daily faced a possible printer’s breakdown when a linotype disk misfired. It turned to J. Bodemer, master mechanic at the Louisville Nashville shops, who allowed repairs at the L and N big plant. The machine is now working well. The Daily also thanks C. V. Dupont, foreman of the machine shops.
The senator's pledge to stay silent as permanent convention chairman reflects belief Hughes could win the nomination. The record notes no stalwart GOP member has a personal plan since Wilson left office.
The convention advocated extending voting rights posthumously if feasible to cast ballots in favor of Theodore Roosevelt, reflecting an extreme push for reform and the length some were willing to go to influence political outcomes.
A rewritten adage shifts the familiar line from the laborer’s hire to a night rider’s reward, suggesting a darker, perhaps cautionary reinterpretation of reward justice. The quotation invites reflection on merit and consequence in an urban context.
The remark notes that Republicans do not nominate the Sphinx, suggesting the statue remains silent for a long period. It casts a wry eye on political theater and symbolism in the era.
The text hints at a comic or political aside during a tense period with a nod to Waterloo. It contrasts Colonel or leader’s possible action with a smiling Woodrow and rough public sentiment around the Moose. The fragment reflects wartime propaganda voice and leader personas.
The Alabama Power Company operates in Decatur under a city council franchise expiring in 1926 with substantial investments tied to the city. Opponents argue city ownership would duplicate sunk costs without improving service and expose both plants to lower returns, noting the company earned 1.66 percent in 1915.
The Killarney Sisters in green skirts and white waists captivated the audience with song and charm. Their performance, praised for artistry and fellowship, left attendees charmed by old Ireland.
Dutch steamer reports a strong flotilla of German destroyers observed steaming westward past Parschelling Island in the North Sea at about 30 miles per hour. Parschelling Island lies off the Dutch coast.
Solicitor D C Almon ruled the county must fund private voting booths at all precincts for the May 9 election. Sheriff Forman argued private booths were mandatory by the primary law, while some commissioners read it to apply only to larger cities. The opinion found the general law requires booths in towns over 3 000 and, since the primary law requires private booths for each voter, the county is liable for the costs.
Careful comparison and tests show the Duplex Fireless Cook Stove has the most good points, is the most reliable and economical in upkeep, and achieves the best results.
At Birmingham's Rickwood Field the clash between A H Woodward owner of the Barons and J H Williams umpire escalated after an eleven inning Nashville Birmingham game. Woodward struck Williams with a right and left blows after Williams challenged pitcher Karl Black. Police then protected Williams and detained the combatants until managers intervened.
Dr W F Yarbrough state Baptist Secretary will preach at 8 pm Sunday at First Baptist church New Decatur Rev Stuckey pastor He recently succeeded Dr Crumpton and conducted a revival at Central Baptist church last year Visitors will be cordially welcomed, pastor says
The Decatur district conference adopted a resolution praising Rev. Ira F. Hawkins for his quadrennium as presiding elder. It lauds his kindness, vision, zeal, and leadership and notes a fond farewell as he moves to a new field with blessings for his future work and family.
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