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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1916
Page
2
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The slate supports Woodrow Wilson for president with the Platform America First. Edward B. Almon for Congress. Circuit Judges R. C. Brickell and C. Kyle. Probate Judge L. P. Troup. Circuit Court Clerk James L. Draper. Tax Assessor Frank J. Troup. Tax Collector Chas. Robertson and other Democratic nominees.
A historic plea urges using George Washingtons sword to defend the nation urging a declaration of war against Mexico after border outrages and killings. The piece condemns Carranza and Villa, calls for subjugation of Mexico, and asserts diplomacy failed and the mailed hand is the only remedy.
Kadell-Kritchfield Show at Johnston Street tent theatre plays a strong vaudeville program nightly. Friday offers a three act comedy drama The Game of Life about political life in a large city with powerful themes and convincing drama.
The Huntsville Mercury Banner urges swift law enforcement and honest elections in Madison county. It condemns the judge death as a blow to public trust and calls for accountability, stronger governance, and a politics focused on the public welfare over private gain.
Mexican War Minister Obregon takes full responsibility for the Carrizal attack on American troops. He cites orders to strike if Pershing forces advance. Reports say American forces attacked the Carrizal station. casualties include Gen. Gomez shot, seven Americans captured, later revised to 17 prisoners.
American and Carranza troops fought a san guinary battle on the San Domingo ranch near Garrizal. Casualties are uncertain with about a score dead on one side and Mexican losses said to be over forty. Seventeen Americans were reported captured and sent to Chihuahua for guard. A Mexican machine gun caused heavy fatalities as the fight advanced nine miles southwest of Villa Ahumada.
Secretary Baker and Rep James Hay met at the Capitol to urge rapid passage of a resolution authorizing the president to use the national guard outside U S borders. Officials foresee war with Carranza and argue responsibility should rest with Carranza rather than Congress if war is declared.
J A Berm Pathe vice president hosted English novelist Louis Tracy in his office and persuaded him to write The Grip of Evil for Pathe. Tracy, born in Liverpool and educated in France, rose to fame through novels such as The Wings of the Morning and The Great Mogul and may be pictured in a summer serial.
The Decatur Daily prints 2200 complete copies today and distributes to Decatur Athens Bell Mina Mooresville Green Brier Madison Trinity Leighton Town Creek Courtland Moulton Hartsdale Falkville Cullman Danville Somerville Valhermosa Springs and rural routes and even distant states. It targets paid up subscribers and urges ads to reach numerous readers through printer's ink.
Juarez and Villa Ahumada linked by troop movements after the Carrizal fight. The Juarez garrison is evacuating aloud with three trains loaded and three more en route. Only a small force remains in Juarez as American troops shift south.
After a brief illness Mrs. Alice Eyster widow of W. S. Eyster died at 5 30 this morning at the home of her son Judge John C. Eyster on Jackson street. Residing in Decatur for 45 years she was born in Pittsburgh Pa and was active in the Methodist church. Survived by son two daughters and six grandchildren. Funeral plans await arrival of daughters Mrs Daisy L Buckwell and Mrs J S Cooper likely Sunday.
The Decaturs advertise wedding invitations stressing refined style and lasting quality. This daily notice highlights custom printing and design options for couples seeking memorable stationery.
Local merchants list prizes in a community promotion with offerings from Hibbet's pool room to Sam Spielberger's store. Prizes include cash, shoes, flour sacks, silver bud vase, watches, clothing, and various goods. Displayed at Olshine department store and Sam Spielberger's shop for the promotion’s New Decatur List.
The Peeaturs Dally announces the arrival of a newborn with charming engraved announcement cards. The notice highlights the event in a warm community tone and invites well wishes from readers.
Advices from Juarez report 12 Americans and Mexicans killed in yesterday’s clash. Dispatches say the Mexican commander was killed and 30 Americans were wounded at the Juarez battle.
Washington June 22 Senator Works of California urged the Senate to pass his resolution calling for immediate and complete U S intervention to establish a stable government in the southern tests as Congress faces anxiety over the Mexican situation.
Winston Churchill heads the Author's League of America which plans to join the American Federation of Labor to push for a ten percent cut of film profits. Theodore Roosevelt is listed as vice president as critics question the plan and counterarguments stress producer risk and market costs.
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