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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1922

Page

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House Will Decide Shoals Fate This Week

Chicago dispatch reports a proposed railroad wage cut affecting over 350000 clerks and workers likely to trigger a strike within days. Discussion included potential Canadian routing to dodge U S court rulings and ballot propositions on overtime, wage cuts, and shop-work handling.

International News Service Chicago Marine Department Gates Canada United States Railway Department American Federation of Labor

W A Dodson Dies in Falkville After Illness

William A Dodson died in Falkville Sunday night after three weeks of illness described as a stroke-like onset. He was a respected Falkville resident for 25 years and left a wife four sons and two daughters. Dodson was known for hard work and acts of mercy, and his loss is deeply mourned by family and friends.

William A. Dodson Falkville Mr. Dodson Bruce Dodson

Central Baptist Plans a Revival

Central Baptist Church voted unanimously to conduct evangelistic meetings starting September 1. Dr. Jd T. McNew of Birmingham will assist Pastor W. P. Wilks. McNew previously served as an evangelist with the Baptist Home Mission Board before accepting the call to 56th St Woodlawn in Birmingham.

Central Baptist Church Jd- T. McNew Birmingham W. P. Wilks McNew Baptist Home Mission Board 56Th St Woodlawn Hay

Overflow crowd packs Tabernacle to hear Tucker

Yesterday morning Evange Tucker preached to a large audience at the Tabernacle and a men only session at Central Methodist church. Women filled the Tabernacle last night and sat or stood within sight of the minister as he spoke about eternal life and a national eugenic law. A handsome free will offering was taken.

Evange Tucker Tabernacle Central Methodist Podeciet Mr. Brown Laymaer Arkl Central Methodist Church Rev Tucker Rayne Yaa John Tucker

Splendid Progress Made On Farms

The article reports improved farming in the valley as rain eased, allowing corn planting to resume on bottom lands and near the river. Planters expect substantial planting this week, hoping to reach normal acreage and avert a cereal shortage.

Payment Request Notice to Albany-Decatur Daily Readers

A notice urges readers to check the paper's wrapper date to confirm payment status and remit arrears or risk cessation of delivery. It asks readers to mail a check to Albany-Decatur Daily to support the newspaper’s ongoing business.

Albany-Decatur Daily

Hendrix Suggested as Member Selling Board for State

A meeting of Morgan Lawrence and Cullman county delegates led to Clyde Hendrix of the Tennessee Valley bank being named as a suitable candidate for the Board of Directors of the Alabama Farm Bureau Cotton Association from the fourth district. The election will occur in June as part of plans to orderly market the state's cotton crop with a 14 member control board drawn from district groups.

Albany Chamber of Commerce Farm-Bureau Cotton Association Morgan, Lawrence Cullman Morgan County Farm Bureau Clyde Hendrix Tennessee Valley Chain of Banks Morgan, Lawrence and Alabama Farm Bureau Cotton Association Hendrix Morgan County Bureau Board of Coontrol

Minister Leads Funeral at Falkville Church

The preacher J. Hi Hill conducted a funeral at the Christian church in Falkville for congregation member William A Dodson who died at his home Sunday night after a three week illness.

Vy. J. Hi. Hill the Christian Church Falkville William A. Dodson Meat Town

Ferguson duo enter Texas Senate race amid impeachment questions

James E Ferguson once impeached as governor runs for the U S Senate, joined by his wife in a historic bid to replace Charles A Culberson. The constitutional ban on impeached officeholders looms, threatening legal complications if elected.

James E. Ferguson U. 8. Senate Charled A Culberson State of Texas F Ferguson

Sermon Series Opens in Hartselle Revival by Rev. Gus Dunn

Rev. Gus Dunn preached a weekend revival in Hartselle focusing on foundational Christian doctrines. He presented Christ as the door vine light truth life and urged believers toward power and obligation in spreading the gospel. An evening baptism followed the service and attendance rose during the revival.

Gus Dunn Riverside Drive Weedruff Thea Jesus Christ Peter Jonah Paul Josus Supreme Court New York

Hartselle Citizens Rally Over Tax Assessments

A delegation from Hartselle protests local tax values today in Morgan county. Among those attending are Charles I Orr Tom Watson Henry CG Barclay Mike White Fount J Tapscott J D Burleson L B Sandlin Cal Johnson John O Thompson.

Hartselle Morgan County Charles I. Orr Tom Watson Henry CG. Barclay Mike White Fount J. Tapscott J. D. , Burleson L. B. Sandlin Cal ‘Johnson John O'Thompson

Seismic Tremor Felt From Georgetown University Data

A severe earthquake was recorded by the Georgetown University seismograph starting 11:45 pm, peaking at 12:05 am, estimated 2200 miles away. a second quake was recorded at 6:00 am.

International News Service Washington Georgetown University Seismonr

Cotton Market Opens With Notable Selling Dip

New York June 12 traders sold heavily at the open on poor cables and improved belt weather. Prices fell 30 to 39 points from Saturday’s close as South and local traders led selling with New Orleans and the trade doing most buying amid dry Sunday conditions and higher temperatures. The list then steadied slightly above initial levels.

New York South New Orleans

Senate plan may reach House midweek amid project push

Leaders say the Senate proposal will reach the House around Wednesday. The plan aims to advance development at Muscle Shoals with government support, while opponents warn of state control and military use.

Senate HOUSE Ceene Thal Inventors of America Mumpanies Gleason

Fire Chief Sorber Rumored In Attack Morning Report

Fire Chief W. H. Sorber is reported as attacked in the morning incident while in command. Details remain unclear as witnesses describe the event and authorities investigate.

W. H. Sorber Sai

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