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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1913
Page
2
By carrier and by mail payment options are listed for one year six months and shorter periods. The notice advises readers to report missed or late delivery by calling 46 in New Decatur and promises prompt service.
Advertising rates are published on request. Advertisers must submit copy to the office by noon on the publication day to ensure prompt service.
A writer urges motorists to slow down within city limits to avoid serious accidents from careless driving. The note highlights frequent speeding on main thoroughfares and warns that without action, dire consequences may follow.
The article reports Porter Charlton, convicted of murdering his wife in Italy, may appeal to President Wilson or Secretary Bryan after Supreme Court Justice Lurton sustained the return demand. It argues the United States must enforce extradition to protect American subjects and uphold justice.
The Beaver Dam Springs Hotel plans to welcome guests starting July 1, 1913. The facility advertises hospitality and accommodations for visitors seeking a resort experience.
A brisk satire notes students rushing around to mock speed limits then take an hour off to watch a baseball score. The verse captures school life and leisure contrasts in a playful tone.
The Moline Marvel George Beck again battles misfortune as he lost in Birmingham last week and faced a protest in the box on a Friday the thirteenth. Nashville and New Orleans face catcher shortages with Yantz out with a broken leg and Angemeir sidelined, prompting an appeal to Cleveland for help.
Rumors swirl that Jokey Atz is finished this spring yet his presence could help the New Orleans trailers, now struggling. Analysts cite climate or team-mate comparisons as possible causes for the slump.
President Kavanaugh notified Mobile Chattanooga and Nashville that their pitching mounds must meet style standards after complaints they were too high. Nashville expects outfielder Ovid Nicholson from Louisville to be a regular on the paths, based on a 111 stolen bases and 128 runs in the Blue Grass League. New Orleans writers criticize umpires Rudderham and Wright during the Pel.
The report notes Cleveland farm hands struggling on the road with other umpires on duty. Memphis released Merritt to Clarksdale, New Orleans sent Brenner to Jackson. Merritt won 5 to 0. Dunn reshuffles Baltimore’s batting order seeking speed and new players, eyeing Wilbur Good but facing a potential pitcher exchange. Macon unveils a new grand stand with Miss Eddie May Griffin delivering a speech and urging concessions to win public approval. Fans cheer as votes for women become a local topic.
A ten day revival began in Austinville last night conducted by Rev. H. B. Woodward of Central Baptist church and Rev. J. B. Roan, the church’s regular pastor.
An old advertisement promotes HERBINE as a remedy for gas from fermented food. It claims to cleanse and strengthen the stomach liver and bowels and restore energy and cheerfulness. Sold by Owl Drug Co.
Water Coolers Britain Bros. promote MeGER'S BABY ELIXIR as a safe stomach and bowel remedy for teething babies. The elixir contains no opium or morphine, claims to aid digestion, and is sold by Owl Drug Co at 26 cents and 60 cents per bottle.
An ad promotes HERBINE as a bowel purifier for regular movement and a brighter, more vigorous feeling. It is priced at 50 cents and sold by Ow! Drug Co.
Still mourned as a favorite actress Della Fox died of acute indigestion in New York yesterday. The stage idol brightened audiences in Wang, Castles in the Air and other works, lifting hearts from care to delight. She remains a beloved, captivating figure in the generation just passed.
In a local pitch Dillehay Bros. promotes Stutt's Has-It for headache and neuralgia on a money back plan. Bottles come in 10¢ 25¢ and 50¢ sizes and a verdict from a neighbor who has tried it is promised.
Frank Fritts 21 jumped from the Tennessee river bridge in Knoxville yesterday evening. He removed his coat and hat and stood on the balustrade before plunging 100 feet into the river. He was recovered within 30 minutes but could not be resuscitated despite hours of medical effort.
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