Campaign to Eradicate Illiteracy In Morgan County Declares Open
County Superintendent J C Tidwell leads a literacy drive as schools for illiterates open August 2. A county committee will govern district efforts with volunteer teachers working at no pay and local alliances handling fundraising to cover books postage and incidental costs. The vast number of illiterate residents underscores the urgent need for public education.
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Morgan County
J. C. Tidwell
Kiss
Tidwell
Iiance
Frye incident sparks U.S.-Germany tensions
A fragment suggests possible tense exchange between the United States and Germany over the Frye incident, hinting at a deeper quarrel. It speculates the Kaiser’s appetite or decisions could influence actions, with a note about dining in Petrograd.
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United States
Germany
Frye
Belgium
The
Grandfather Clause Returns to Supreme Court Case
The piece notes the U.S. Supreme Court’s involvement with the grandfather clause in a recent legal bout and questions whether it can reemerge. It highlights ongoing debate over its constitutional validity and potential revival.
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U.S. Supreme Court
Indiana Officials Indicted Over Alleged Election Irregularities
Indiana pursues indictments of state officials amid alleged election frauds. The report notes scarce appreciation for political activity and ballots in the state.
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Indiana
Swatting the Fly Becomes Indoor Pastime
A fragment notes indoor fly swatting as a favored pastime. The brief hints at a lighthearted, domestic activity with no further context or named persons. The readable text suggests leisure rather than newsworthy event.
Fragmentary wartime note reflects mixed wartime phrases
A garbled OCR passage mentions Nashville authorities, a five foot shelf removal, a book thief, and a Belgian issue reflecting American sentiment. It blends charity, war rhetoric, and unclear references to a German cabal amid wartime tensions.
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Nashville Municipal
Bananas Town Jet Thewis Report
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a place name and a person or item titled Dally Tow You. No clear event date or organization available. The readable text suggests a local item or brief but lacks coherent context or outcomes.
Tanlac credited with dramatic health turnaround for Miss Davia
Miss LaRey Davia of 210 Glass street East Tennessee weighed 76 pounds and suffered stomach trouble rheumatism and poor sleep. After taking Tanlac she gained weight appetite returned and pains disappeared. G F Willis of Tanlac south said the tonic purifies the system strengthens digestion and restores color and vitality. Sold by Decatur Drug Co and Preuit Dillehay Co in New Decatur.
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Taniac
LaRey Davia
Glass Street
East and
Tenn
Gascity
Ind
Illiteracy committee meeting opens in Hartselle
The illiteracy committee convened at the Central Hotel parlor in Hartselle on June 22 at 10 a m chairman J G Tidwell presided Present were Mesdames J L Rountree and D C Almon and Messrs Bowers Riddle Peck Murphree and Patillo A motion passed authorizing the county superintendent to appoint a three person district illiteracy committee in every school district in the county
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Central Hotel
Hartselle
J. GC. Tidwell
Mesdames J. Ll
Rountree
D. C. Almon
Greate Battle At City League Park Friday
The Decatur and New Decatur business men clash at City League Park on Friday afternoon with announced lineups led by Jeffries and Sorber. A parade to start at three, an automobile display, and a second school improvement game are planned, with details to follow.
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City League Park
New Decatur Business Men
Sorber
Decatur
Jeffries
New Decatur
Edi H. Dillehay
Walter Ezell
W. H. Sorber
F. Napps
G. Pride
Graves Petty
Chas. Johnson
J. Welch
B. L Malone
Julian Bibb
J. R. Doss
Dave Martin
H. B. Cagle
Sam Spielberger
Tom Bowles
J. B. Schimmel
EB. H. Allison
City League Park Arena
Arras
Delayed German Reply Cited In August 4th Note Context
The German reply to President Wilson’s last note will be delayed until after the Fourth of July, per unofficial advice. The Kaiser should not expect all patriotism to vanish after a single day of oratory and fireworks. A Democratic paper should not attack Mr. Ryan. he was glad to leave office and friends and foes should agree the party is well.
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Wilson
Age-Herald
Ryan
Birmingham Ledger
Georgia House chooses Burwell speaker as Anti-Saloon forces lose
Atlanta June 23 The Georgia legislature opened with W H Burwell elected speaker of the House by 156 to 29 over J E Sheppard after a hard fight by the Anti Saloon league. G Ogden Perkins was chosen Senate president without opposition.
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Atlanta
Georgia
Anti-Saloon League
House
W. H. Burwell
J. E. Sheppard
G. Odgen Perkins
Senate
De Caturs Daily Follows You When You Leave Town
A local notice jokes about the De Caturs Daily tracking travelers who depart town, suggesting the paper will accompany readers on trips out of the area. The line playfully reflects a small town newspaper culture and its familiar presence.
One-Cess Official in State's Service
Montgomery June 23 W J Martin who has served the state for four years as state land agent turned over department affairs to the land clerk of the auditor's office. Martin retired due to an act abolishing his office. Governor Henderson signed the bill last week and expressed reluctance to dispose of Martin's fees. An examiner of public accounts was placed to check out the books. The examiner's report not officially announced, but Martin's accounts balanced to a penny and the department found in first class condition.
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Montgomery
W. J. Martin
Martin
Henderson
Agns
Telephone workers get first aid to the injured kits
American Telephone and Telegraph Company provides all local linemen with a first aid to the injured kit. The small metal box contains bandages antiseptics and supplies to ease suffering until a physician can be summoned.
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American Telephone and Telegraph Company
Decatur Daily Subscription Drive Sparks Local Push
Readers in Decatur are urged to subscribe as the Daily launches a second phase of its subscription campaign, highlighting special rates and delivery options for households and businesses.
For Rent room in 2-story building on Hast Moulton St
Property vacancy listed at 426 Hast Moulton St with modern conveniences. Apply to J W Fraham, 12-tf. Wood for sale for heater or stove use at Wilder Place 124, New Decatur. F-23-lyr.
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J. L. Proctor
New Decatur
Ala
Singer Sewing Machine Company
Sherman Street
J. B. Schimmel
Moulton St
J. W. Fraham
Wilder Place
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Petrograd
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Das Weighedo
Panlac
Washington Star
International News Service
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W. B. Edmondson
Alabama Power Co
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Chas. E. Layman
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L. Gover
Alabama Power Company
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River Breezes
Bank Street
Decatur Navigation Co
W. A. Bibb & Son
Morgan County National Bank Building
Lity Park
E.C. Payne Lumber Co
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Morgan County National Bank
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