Webber Stabbed in Shoulder After Rosenthal Trial Testimony
New York reports Bridgie Webber, one of four gamblers who testified against Lt Becker and the four gunmen in the Herman Rosenthal murder case, was stabbed in the shoulder early Saturday. He refused to stay, is hospitalized in pain and weak from blood loss, with no serious outcome expected. The assault occurred on 8th Street near Sam Paul’s gambling restaurant, soon after a midnight interview with Paul. Police theorize the attack was revenge for Webber's testimony.
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Paul
Pension fraud in Alabama traced to deserters and Union recruits
June 16 Montgomery reports reveal large sums paid to pensioners in Alabama not entitled to state benefits. Examiners flag deserters who joined the Union and later drew pensions, with records in Washington. Officials estimate over 1,000 improper payments and plan to purge those names to restore funds to bona fide veterans.
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Ala
Alabama
O'Neal
H. ¥. Brook
Examiner Brook
Washington
Hitt Lumber seeks report on Decatur holdings
J C Burchett of the New York office of the H H Hitt Lumber Company arrives in Decatur to obtain a statistical report of the firm's local property holdings.
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J. C. Burchett
New York
H. H. Hitt Lumber Company
Steel magnates spar over war and wealth in plowshares
A debate surfaces as steel magnates push for arms while a counterview argues profits lie in peace. The exchange highlights contrasting paths between industry and pacifism with money and morality at stake.
One Way to Treat Em in Senate Document Room
An unidentified lobbyist was kicked out of the Senate document room after attempting to seize printed documents on indigo tariff rates for the finance committee. R. M. Cooper, assistant superintendent, said he ordered the man to leave, describing the action as a way to handle such lobbyists.
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Senate
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Cooper
President Manager for Theato in Florence
T. H. Alexander of New Decatur arrived in Florence yesterday to become local manager of Theato. He has extensive experience in theater and film, built the Star and Delite Theatres in New Decatur, and is praised as affable and reputable. Florence neighbors welcome him.
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Theato
Florence
Wholesome Advice to Boost Jackson’s Growth
An editorial urges residents to focus on constructive effort to grow Jackson-town, citing optimism from longtime observers in Decatur-area cities and calling for a united push to expand across nearby hills and valleys. It frames nature as favorable and advocates a strong communal pull.
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Jackson
Judge Skeggs Seeks Morgan County Roads Boost
The Decatur probate judge Wm B Skeggs discusses Morgan County good roads in the Age Herald. He notes a $24000 bond issue approved for road construction and says the county would consider a bond double that amount if permitted, linking roads to better crops and prosperity.
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Age-Herald
Women police to patrol Newport Beach all summer
Newport California introduces two women officers for the first time in beach history. Miss Jeannette Buchanan and Miss Minnie Smith wear blue uniforms and will patrol the beach assisting women in need. Appointments come at the request of the Newport Civic League with formal police affiliation pending Mayor approval.
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Minnie Smith
McLeod
Death of Edwin T. Jones Brother of Miss Mattles Jones
Telegraph announces the death of Edwin T. Jones in Washington after an appendicitis operation. Born and raised in Decatur he was Auditor of Revenue for the Southern railway for twenty five years. Arrangements are not yet completed for burial.
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Washington
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Decatur
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Southern Railway
City directories ready for use in Decatur
Polk company printed city directories have arrived in Decatur. The volumes list nearly every resident in the city, offering comprehensive local detail for residents and businesses.
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Decature
Ourities
Moran wins damages for death of husband hit by train
Mrs Moran sued in the Law and Equity court for the death of her husband killed near the New Decatur depot years ago. The court awarded her $600 in damages late Saturday afternoon.
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Mra Moran
Law and Equity Court
New Decatur
Ashes of Thee at Delite Tomorrow
A new Ameri can drama starring Warren Kerrigan will be shown at Delite theatre tomorrow in two reels. Written by Edward White, the film features Kerrigan as a parentless child and centers on a mountain terror who eludes capture. The production is billed as strong and original with notable photography.
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Warren Kerrigan
Delite Theatre
Edward White
Kerrigan
Mail Made Mechanic Solves Car Trouble
A New York lawyer hires a colored chauffeur from Virginia who learned car mechanics via correspondence courses. On a lonely Long Island road the driver inspected the stalled car and announced three possible problems, admitting he did not know which was the real one.
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Saturday Evening Post
New York
Darky
Virginia
Long Island
Chasaffeur
Nationwide heat wave hits hard across the United States
Practically the entire country sweltered as a heat wave began its season. Omaha and St. Joseph led with around 96 degrees, Chicago near 94, Washington at a record heat day with a maximum of 82 on the Weather Bureau scale and one heat stroke reported.
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Weather Bureau
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Neb
St. Joseph
United States
Chicago
Government Street
Paving Bids Opened by City Council Tonight
New Decatur city council holds a regular meeting to open bids for paving work costing about 20000 dollars. Contractors show strong interest and expect a lively session as the council evaluates bids and material quality for the contract.
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New Decatur
Notice to Veterans for Gettysburg Reunion Credentials
Notice to veterans urging immediate application to the camp commander for credentials needed for admittance to and privileges at the Gettysburg reunion scheduled for July 1 2 3 and 4 1913.
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Gettysburg
Russell Sues West in Law and Equity Note Suit
E. A Russell sues Albin West in the Law and Equity court today for collection of a note.
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E. A Russell
Albin West
Law and Equity Court
Revival Sermon Urges Active Faith at Central Methodist
Rev H M Stephenson of Birmingham spoke at Central Methodist church urging practical fruit bearing faith. He warned against forms of godliness and called Methodists to renewed commitment, regeneration, and steadfast obedience beyond revival week.
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Christ
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J. B. Stephenson
North Alabama
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Kingdom of Heaven
Jesus
Methodist Church
Memphis Priest Attacks New "Ang" Dances in Speeches
Memphis clergymen denounced the new dances from pulpits. The Knights of Columbus had earlier moved to expel members who join the dances. At St Peter's, Father Farmer condemned ragging as an evil lure harming youths and their elders.
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Father Farmer
Eight Victims Confirmed In Subway Disaster Toll
New York June 16 with two more bodies recovered the death toll in Saturday's cave in on Lexington Avenue subway construction rises to eight. Two men pulled from debris are in serious condition and may die.
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Lexington Avenue
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