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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1912
Page
2
The Decatur Alabama publication lists subscription prices by mail and carrier, including one year six months and weekly rates, with reminder to readers to notify the office if the paper is not received. It notes editorial and management names and urges timely delivery for good service.
The Decatur Daily argues the unit rule is out-of-date and favors machine politics. It cites Ohio’s 19 delegate votes for Woodrow Wilson and urges abolition, noting the New York boss Murphy could control 90 delegates.
The body of Titanic bandmaster Wallace Hartley was laid to rest in a village cemetery. A funeral service was held in the local chapel with the church filled by grateful villagers as music from his band echoed in memory of the hero.
A royal British procession honors a brave captain and crew who perished at duty. Men of Lancashire and Yorkshire lead the march up the hill to the memorial stone as hats rise and children watch in reverent tribute. The funeral is described as grand and the sacrifice lauded.
An underscored idea claims hookworm drops in Tennessee and Alabama will persist as long as Rockefeller funds continue. The remark frames a health initiative as dependent on private wealth influencing public policy.
Lillian Russell wed a Pittsburgh newspaper man today, with the couple announcing she will have a press agent who will pay his own salary.
Congress will not adjourn until August 1 as stated by Leader Underwood. The remark frames the Baltimore trip as a draw for railroads to advertise their attractions featuring “wild men in action.”
An Inquiring Citizen on W8KR asks if the cow law has been repealed or merely suspended. The speaker notes it has been too generously disregarded for months.
Opinion argues that with central park property already owned, the city should prioritize reducing its debts rather than purchasing additional park land that is unnecessary at present.
Citizens in two cities discuss consolidation to strengthen the region. The piece argues that if residents understood how much the area is hindered by division they would unite before July 1, even if it requires bringing every politician and leader across the Tennessee river to push for merger.
Mayor Howse welcomes visitors to a "wide open city" in Nashville drawing praise and criticism. The speech is criticized as inviting gamblers, thugs, and lawless elements to operate freely during his tenure. Critics point to Tennessee prohibitionists and Howse's moral calibre in shaping city leadership and policy.
The Huntsville Times quotes skepticism about moving the U S court from Huntsville to Decatur. It warns readers against misleading hopes of consolidating towns to seize a federal building. The piece notes federal courts have changed habitats in other cases and that Huntsville remains favored.
A promotional note from Decatur Drug Co. suggests Chamberlain's Tablets aid happiness by strengthening digestion and keeping bowels regular. The tablets are described as mild and gentle in action, suitable for people of all ages.
Local bottling ad notes Buchheit Bottling offers a variety of soda waters including Coca Cola products. Additional details unclear due to fragmented OCR.
The New York World and other papers defend Roosevelt against charges of mendacity while recounting party delegates and ballots in the 1880 convention. The piece notes press space given to Roosevelts claims and questions truthfulness, citing extensive coverage from New York outlets.
A new beverage named Ple Zol is advertised for home delivery by AI Fountains and bottled by Alabama Cola Bottling Works. The promotion emphasizes the drink touching the right spot at the right time.
The ad touts Chamberlain’s Tablets as a safe cure for constipation with agreeable bowel movements and no unpleasant effects. Sold by S. M. Thompson and Decatur Drug Co in New Decatur. It also promotes Chamberlain’s Liniment for sprained ankles, claiming recovery in three to four days when directions are followed. Sold by the same local dealers.
A fragment mentions trying a bottle from Buchheit Bottling Works for orange julep punch. No clear event or date is provided. context suggests a beverage novelty or drink recommendation.
Old advertisement touts a telephone order system promising instant delivery without extra cost. It claims the service saves time, trouble, and worry and emphasizes convenience for customers.
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