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Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1916

Page

2

Denatur Letters on Proposed Municipal Electric Plant Bonds

A reader defends a municipal electric plant in Denatur Alabama, contrasting past support by ex mayor Skeggs and John L. Brock with current opposition to light plant bonds. The letter cites Brock’s shift on street bonds and questions motives behind the stance, noting Brock rents property and does not reside locally.

Denatur Ala Skeggs John L. Brock Brock Broek “Ing Ed Albes Mr. Brock

Debating a Municipal Plant to Replace Power Company

A Decatur reader argues for municipal ownership of a city lighting plant to lower rates and improve services. The letter discusses taxes, bonds for street improvements, the Alabama Power Company, and critiques opponents Brock Skeggs and others while urging a businesslike board and rapid local plant construction.

Mr. Brock Decatur Denver Tom Brock Public Service Commission Montgomery Skeggs Alabama Power Company South New Decatur Austinville East New Decatur Fairview

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