Athens Plans Glorious Fourth Celebration
Local plans outline a large Fourth of July event in Athens with sports and food at the park, hosted by politicians and civic leaders and backed by the Limestone Band. Also noted is a raid on a copper still on Little Slough and a barbecue by the Retail Credit Men's Association with about fifty members attending from across the county.
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DL. Rosenal
Athena
Limestone Band
Np Eete
Idea
Norton
Athens Pilot
Biastia
J. E. Clem
Retail Credit Men’s Association
Ladies of the Christian Church
B. B. Glasgow
Athens College
The
Credit Association
Lake Area Grade Finished as New Highway Section Hangs
The newly built highway segment from the Tennessee River bridge to the Bee Line route near the overhead bridge in Lime Stone is completed and settling before road work resumes. High water marks may threaten overflow and influence subsequent construction plans.
Prohibition case fines $53.60 in city police court
A proseprty case labeled V versus P L charged with violating prohibition laws resulted in a fine of 53 dollars and 60 cents after proceedings in the city police court.
County Nears Completion for All Residents
Local officials report that every person in the county is nearing completion of a tied project phase. The update notes progress across multiple departments and emphasizes finalization timelines and oversight.
Redpath Chautauqua Opens in Athens for Charity
The Redpath Chautauqua sets up in Athens for a Friday opening funded by twenty five local professionals with profits benefiting the Agricultural school. Also a $7000 Trinity College drive for the local Negro school follows the American Missionary Association’s $20000 gift.
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Chautauqua
Redpath
Athens
Trinity
Trinity College
American Missionary Association
G. R. Bridgeforth
Negro Oo
House Postpones Two Percent Tax on Railroads
The Alabama House reversed its afternoon action to indefinitely postpone a two percent tax on interstate railroad gross receipts. The 61 to 45 vote followed a morning 51 to 48 approval. Railroad lobbyists were blamed for the shift, with Rep Burleson voting yes and Rep Patterson voting no in the later session. Governor Graves supported railroad taxation policies.
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Alabama House
Tompkins
Houston County
Montgomery Journal Times
Burleson
Patterson
George O. Miller
Sumter
Graves
Second sheets for blue or manila sold at Daily at low rate
Second sheets in blue or manila can be bought at the Daily for 80 cents per thousand.
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Manila
Campaign to Sell Stock Supports Decatur Canning Expansion
Members of the Junior Chamber of Commerce working with Charles Rountree, president of Decatur Canning, are busy this afternoon in a stock selling campaign to raise funds for building and expansion facilities. The company has started erection, guaranteed supplies, and purchased equipment for operations to begin soon.
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Chamber of Commerce
Charles Rountree
Decatur Canning Company
Fire zones set by Decatur council in latest ordinance
City council of Decatur established fire zones including the business district. The ordinance requires fire proof shingles for new buildings and roof repairs on existing structures.
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Greater
Decatur
London Fashion Notes Waistcoats for Summer Frocks
Smart women wear mannish waistcoats over light sleeveless dresses. The waistcoat fits closely with pockets in the same spots as the wearer’s brother. Back strap and buckle secure the garment. Often in plain black satin with small front buttons and occasional back buckle.
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London
Concert Pianist Creates Company to Fund Training
Ironton based pianist Faye Ferguson incorporated herself to raise funds for piano training after lacking money. A board of directors now guides her career as she has already given about 300 concerts and is described as twenty.
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Faye Ferguson
Ironton
President Coolidge Busy At Desk In Rapid City
President Coolidge returned from the hills to his executive offices in the school building here to resume contract work. He faced a batch of mail and few callers, and he began his day at six o clock with a walk before delving into official duties.
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Rapid City
Ds Jane
O Coolidge
Mr. Coolidge
Rogram
Trout Return From Lodge Fort Catch
A note describes anglers returning to the lodge fort with trout they caught yesterday, detailing fish brought back after the outing.
Hart Praises Campaign Approach for County Seat Site
Rev Ernest N Hart pastor of Bee Minister Presbyterian Church endorses the Daily’s campaign method to persuade county residents that Decatur is the suitable location for the county seat. He believes the material presented is worthwhile and effective.
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Ernest N. Hart
Bee Minster Presbyterian Church
Decatur
Would Uncle Sam Want You If U S Were Called To War
An advertising feature warns that many American born citizens fail the enlistment fitness test due to poor physical condition. It blames modern high-stress living and urges readers to consider their health. The piece promotes Vega medicine, offered via Thompson's Drug Store and Albany Drug Co., claiming it restores stomach, liver, blood, and kidney health and renews vitality.
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Vego
Thompson’s
Albany Drug Co
Word Choice in Legal Appeals Sparks Debate
A brief discussion outlines how language in appellate filings can affect reasoning and judgment. Judges, lawyers, and scholars weigh the impact of phrasing on perceived clarity and persuasion in complex cases.
Rainey and Andars Return From Birmingham Trip
J. T. Rainey and Dike Andars returned today after a business trip to Birmingham. They attended a four minute demonstration endorsing permanent wars. Purchase ads urge readers to print and place orders with the Daily Commercial fragment.
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J. T. Rainey
Dike Andars
Birmingham
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Atlanta
Coca-Cola Bottling Works
L.A. Nash
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Clarence Chamberlin
New York-to-Germany
Robert D. Moffit
Europe
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Dillehay Bros
Albany
London Fashion
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International News Service
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Trip
Morgan County National Bank
Decatur, Alabama
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Brevard
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