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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1916
Page
1
Washington reports from June 17 indicate U S army officers expect intervention in Mexico before month end. Trevino threatens Pershing, Juarez civilians are armed, and border tensions rise as patrols and militia readiness increase along the Rio Grande.
The battered body of W. T. Lawler probate judge of Madison County was found in Whitesburg Slough with two bullet holes after a prolonged disappearance. Investigators probe possible enemies from a bitter election as deputies search the Decatur area for clues.
Washington reports Gen Bell confirms Trevino warned that further American crossings would be fired upon and threatened to attack U S troops in Mexico. Gen Funston noted Maj. Gray of the Fourteenth Cavalry had...
New Orleans on June 17 reports that Mexico's entire navy except one transport lies in dock for repairs after guns are dismounted. Armaments fill the holds of the gun boats Progreso Zarrigosa and the transport Atlanta as relations with the United States hover on a knife edge with possible seizure without fighting.
The Sumner has orders to proceed at once to Tampico Mexico and evacuate all Americans there. About 180 are believed to be stranded. The move follows secret orders issued yesterday as the state department directs Roosevelt to use all means to rescue citizens before possible trouble on the Mexican coast.
President Wilson will convene immediate talks with Secretary Baker on his arrival in Washington from St Louis. They will plan defensive actions for Mexico and the border, with arrangements arranged by telegraph.
Consul General Phillip G. Henna, stationed at Monterey, reports to the state department his arrival in Laredo Texas after fleeing his post amid threats and recent anti American demonstrations at Monterey.
Copenhagen reports two German steamers were sunk Friday by mines and submarines.
International News Service reports Russian forces press along the eastern front. Troops gain prisoners and loot, Austro German resistance intensifies in Galicia with German reinforcements. Heavy artillery duels continue on the Dvina line and in Bukowina. Czernowitz status unclear.
Paris reports say German aeroplanes bombarded Dunkirk and Dar Le Duc wounding 15 and killing four. Verdun front activity continues at high intensity with French attacks in Vosges breaking German trench lines at Hill 485. German forces shell Dead Man's Hill and Fleury as exchanges persist.
Washington reports circulated in army circles that all state militia organizations would be called out for service in Mexico before next week. Arrangements for a general call are under way to have militia commanders ready for early border service after the army bill's passage and President Wilson's signature. News of Gen. Trevino's threat prompted administration notes against withdrawing troops from Mexico to be held up at the State Department.
Preparations wrap up for the Epworth league annual convention at First Methodist church Decatur with about 300 delegates expected from outside Morgan county. A special 3 18 pm train from Birmingham delivers state officers and southern delegates while Boy Scouts camp and guide arrivals. Events include a welcome address by State President William Graham Echols and a reception at Miss Lynda Williamson’s home, followed by tours and river boat ride through Thursday.
In Girard Alabama on June 17 a court order directs destruction of 50 000 dollars worth of confiscated liquor with similar action planned on 500 000 dollars still on hand as militiamen withdraw and deputies take positions in court.
B L Malone contracts for a 70 by 140 foot two story brick business house just north of his current sales rooms and near the Aycock wholesale house on Ferry street. Excavation starts July 1 and the project costs about $10,000 as the Decatur area intensifies its business footprint. The building adjoins Malone Coal Grain and Motor Company on Second avenue.
In Havana on June 17, Dominicans raise funds to aid San Domingo against the United States. Haitians reportedly join the effort to expel Americans from the island. Desiderio Aras organizes the Dominican movement and claims ample ammunition stored in the mountains for a multi year campaign.
A joint committee meeting reports rising enthusiasm for a large Fourth of July celebration in North Alabama. Plans include a giant parade with many organizations, an address by a noted speaker, amusement features, a barbecue, and 13 young ladies on horseback representing the original states.
Hartselle and Flint will aid the county in macadamizing the Hartselle pike, a road graded earlier at great expense. County Farm Demonstrator J. T. High cites strong local support and expects Hartselle to macadamize three miles with farmers contributing labor and rock being crushed to reduce county costs. The road is a state highway link in the proposed Jackson highway.
The Interstate Commerce Commission reported 187 principal U S railroads earned 396 dollars per mile in April, up from 289 in April 1915. Total revenue reached 280,987,306 dollars with operating expenses of 189,923,465 dollars leaving a net income of 91,063,841 dollars.
London June 11 reports the British destroyer Eden sunk in the English Channel after a collision with another vessel. Eleven crew members were saved and three remain missing with authorities pursuing the search.
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