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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1922
Page
1
A Montgomery grand jury report charges President D. Commissioners W. By ne and W. E. Dickson with violations of the corrupt practices acts. Bonds of 300 each are set. Indictments allege pre election job ties in exchange for support, with criticism of city officials and cast off specific subordinates.
Maine’s State Senator Howard Davies argues the Senate needs a married man and he enters the race against Senator Frederick Hale who remains single. The duel of marital status highlights a campaign controversy in this Maine political contest.
Louisville and Nashville shop workers near completion of strike ballot. rumors say overwhelming support for walkout amid wage cuts of more than 100000 dollars. Labor leaders warn the railroad labor board’s actions threaten welfare of thousands of railway employees and their families.
Jerome Jt, a cadet at United States Military Academy at West Point, was killed when an automobile was struck by a fast-moving locomotive at a grade crossing. A woman companion escaped by leaping from the car. Initial reports stated as many as ten persons may have been killed. the locomotive traveled about 60 miles per hour, derailing two passenger cars that remained upright.
In Als, June 16, 1921, Cunningham spoke at the murder trial of a city policeman. He blamed whiskey for the crime and said he held no ill will toward anyone, meeting death with calm resolve.
Charlotte on June 16 reports say Brandford Boyd an 18 year old black man accused of criminal assault on a white woman was spirited away amid a crowd influx from South Carolina. He was removed from jail by Camden police chief and is believed moved to Columbia for safety at the state penitentiary.
For Alabama the forecast calls for generally fair conditions tonight and Saturday with continued warm temperatures.
Boston June 16 Masonry declares it is opposed to the Ku Klux Klan and warns members against joining the movement. Arthur Prince grand master urges Masons to balance their obligations with Klan principles and condemns any sympathy with the Klan as harmful to the craft.
The House Merchant Marine Committee agreed to report favorably the ship subsidy bill today in Washington, complying with President Harding's order for prompt action on the measure.
Evangelist Gus Dunn preached on faith at Grant Street tent to an attentive audience. Two professed conversions joined the church, as Dunn urged faith through scripture and living action. Nearby, Decatur Baptist reported larger crowds as Rev Tucker and others preached, with several members stepping forward at the close.
The Alabama Power Company had its writ of error dismissed for lack of jurisdiction after the U S Supreme Court notified the state supreme court. The lower court judgment in Dallas County awarding $7,500 to Desevur S. Talmadge’s husband remains in force, with issues over ownership of the property cited.
A small triangle at the intersection of Fifth Avenue and Moulton Street in West Albany has been beautified under the leadership of Mrs. J. J. Ross with local volunteers. Flowers were planted in circular and square beds, improving vacant property and enhancing the city’s appearance with little cost.
A large summertime colony on Long Island was destroyed by a blaze that razed about 450 bungalows and left 10 090 residents temporarily homeless. Firemen rescued around 20 women and soldiers were sent to deter looting as authorities investigate the fire origin.
Friends of Bob Jones and his evangelistic party learn that preparations are complete for the Huntsville meeting beginning Sunday morning June 18. An out of town delegation is set for Thursday evening June 29, with plans for a large local turnout and further announcements to follow.
The Alabama State Bar Association will hold its next annual meeting in Mobile on Friday and Saturday, April 27 and 28, 1923. Col. Alex Troy, secretary, announced the executive committee unanimously approved Mobile's invitation.
In Columbia, Jesse Gappins, S. J. Kirby, and C. Fox were executed for murdering taxi driver William Brazzell last August. The trio lured Brazzell to drive them, struck him, stabbed his heart, and stole the car before being captured near the Georgia line en route to Florida. Fox, 32, was North Carolina born. Kirby, 36. Gappins, 23.
Louisville and Nashville shop workers honored for long service received badges. Bronze for 15 years, silver for 25 to 40 years, and gold for over 45 years, with "service" inscribed. Foreman GC Dupont is the only gold badge wearer so far. Silver badge recipients include Scheer, Schilcer, and James Early. bronze badge holders include Sinclair and Mullins.
Sheriff J W May travels to Flat Top mines to retrieve Joe Reed Martin for trial. Martin was convicted of burglary at the December criminal court term and began sentence pending appeal. The supreme court reversed and remanded for trial.
Two African American youths who attacked a ten year old girl were arrested and positively identified early last night in Richmond Virginia. The arrests were kept quiet and fear has quieted down. The injured girl was not harmed beyond being struck in the eye.
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