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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1916
Page
2
Entry shows second class matter date and post office filing for New Decatur Alabama. It lists Tennessee Valley Press Association membership and management details, editor and late editor notes, and subscription rates by carrier and mail with a request to report late or irregular deliveries via telephone 46.
The platform backs President Woodrow Wilson and America First. Congressional candidate Edward B. Almon is listed with circuit judges R. C. Brickell and C. Kyle, probate judge L. P. Troup, circuit court clerk James L. Draper, tax assessor Frank J. Troup, tax collector Chas. Roberson, and all other Democratic nominees.
Col Roosevelt rejected the progressive party bid for the presidency leaving John M Parker of New Orleans to carry the banner in the South Louisiana sugar belt. Parker a wealthy planter and friend of Roosevelt shifted from democracy to the Bull Moose and drew support in three sugar districts but failed to overcome the Democratic majority. Analysts predict Louisiana will cast its electoral votes for Woodrow Wilson.
The remark suggests a potential presidential nomination through a Bull Moose vacancy. It notes that Mr. Wilson would welcome appointing a successor if such a vacancy arises.
As the Bull Moose nominee Parker declares he would remain lone if Hughes does not break that silence. The remark underscores a political standoff and the potential impact on party dynamics.
Analysts say the coming Democratic National Convention will be largely ceremonial, with decisions already shaped by party rules. Delegates and officials anticipate formalities in Charlotte as key platform statements are finalized.
The article surveys Col Roosevelt shifting stances as he delays a nomination, critiques his prior campaigns, and analyzes Republican dynamics with Hughes and Lodge. It notes the New Decatur discussion on commission form of government and municipal reforms.
Commentary argues that victory depends on more than supplies as politicians and military experts debate strength and strategy. The metaphor of fighting on the stomach is stretched to suggest morale and resolve shape outcomes beyond food.
The piece asserts most GOP hopefuls for the post office are Hughes loyalists. A source claims Hughes was not an active candidate yesterday. Hitchcock hints the post office sought the man, while Hughes and Fairbanks remain inactive until the election concludes.
The note suggests Wend believes the Colonel is fading or losing strength, indicating concern about a deteriorating position or influence.
The speaker urges all southern states and business groups to unite to secure a nitrate plant at Muscle Shoals. Congress has authorized 11 million dollars for an armor plant, and ordnance plants may follow. The strategy ties securing nitrate to relocating related defense facilities nearby.
Independent oil field operators and the Western Oil Jobbers Association testifed before the federal trade commission that Standard Oil cornered the nation’s oil output and stored it to drive up prices, triggering a rapid price rise.
An ad claims NO CALOMEL Eddy's Black Pills will relieve an ailment in 24 hours and asks readers to try them at 25 cents from their druggists.
Two buildings listed for sale in Hartselle and Athens, including a brick mercantile and office block with adjoining Main Street site and a residence on a large lot near the State Agricultural School in Athens. Prices and terms available through Citizens Bank & Trust Co. Also job recruitment for Army men and rental notices for six rooms on Third Avenue and flats on Jackson Street plus sewing machine sales position offered by Singer in Decatur.
James A. Nelson the Decatur mayor opposes a large electric plant plan backed by ex mayor Skeggs. He warns against heavy taxation by bonds and urges local citizens to support municipal power independence against Alabama Power Company.
Representatives of the Railway Brotherhood in New York refuse the eight hour day and overtime pay proposal from railroad managers. Adjournment was taken until later today to allow union members to confer among themselves.
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