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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1916

Page

4

Decatur Man Praises Tanlac for Sudden Health Boost

Guy M Flautt a traveling salesman in Decatur says after finishing five bottles of Tanlac he no longer suffers from catarrh or headaches this past winter and feels much better. Southern Tanlac distributor G F Willis notes strong local demand with over a thousand bottles sold in New Decatur and growth in the region. Genuine Tanlac is sold by Preuit Dillehaug Co in New Decatur and by Decatur Drug Co in Decatur.

Two Decature Guy M. Flautt Bailey Gregory Co Flautt Guy Preult Lfirlehay New Decatur Tanlac G. F. Willis Southern Atlanta New Dean Preuit-Dillehaug Co Decatur Decatur Drug Co Naw

Suspect Overton At Large. Mob Safety Hinted

Huntsville Alabama June 23 Special At 2 o clock this afternoon D D Overton was still at large according to officers here It had been strongly hinted that he was ready to give himself up to the authorities provided his safety from mob violence was guaranteed.

Overton

Suitor of Shelby Pleasants Dies Mystery Unfolds

Huntsville Alabama June 23. Special report says reactions cooled to the anonymous letter alleging attorney Shelby Pleasants was murdered. Pleasants’ friends believe he took his own life, not a homicide, as the fresh sensation subsided.

Foreman McAllistern Grand Jury Shelby Pleasants Pleasant

Y M C A Campaign Reaches 800 Member Target

In Decatur progress report a Y M C A membership drive neared 800 names with 538 joined in three days. A joint meeting at 8 tonight features the Hawkins concert band and Y M C A quartet, to rally workers and supporters.

Y. M Norts

Germans Move Troops to Counter Russian Drive

International News Service reports large German troop movements from the western to the eastern theaters. Over 100 trains carrying divisions have passed Aix l Chapelle en route to Galicia to stem the Russian advance.

International the Hague Aix l Chapelile Galicia

German Offensives Hit 60 Mile Vladimir Volyn Line

Petrograd reports three German armies from the western front driving on a 60 mile Vladimir Volyn Sokel line to halt Russian advances and aid the Austro-Hungarian forces. Field Marshal Von Mackensen ordered to lead Austro German actions in Volhynia and Galicia as the Russian left wing in Bukowina pushes forward 35 miles since Czernowitz.

Swift Company may build small meat cold storage plant

W T Green local manager for Swift Company seeks dealer cooperation to establish a two carload capacity cold storage meat plant in Decatur. Plans hinge on August 1 capitalization and improved freight rates, with site near Lee street and Second avenue. Birmingham hosts the company’s nearest such facility.

W. T. Green Swift& CompAny Chicago Decaturs Mr. Green Swift & Company Green Kansas

Local Boy Scouts Assist Conference In Decatur

The local Boy Scouts led by Scout Master F M Robertson provided full assistance during the North Alabama Epworth League conference in Decatur. Their to the visitors attention and service drew praise from residents, with the group regarded as among the best in the state.

F. M. Robertson Decaturs North Alabama Epworth League

Baptist Revival Attendances Grow On East Jackson Street

The Baptist revival at the tent on East Jackson Street draws large crowds with Rev R F Stuckey leading and Rev R W Sickey of Austinville assisting. Tonight's topic is Hell and attendees are urged to come for a strong sermon. Announcements mention a new baby and wedding invitations in style.

East Jackson Street Stuckey R. W. Sickey Austinville Hell

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Vancement Cial Central National Alabama R. M. McGlathery M. T. Cappel Olshine Bldg Decatur, Ala N. W. George Lafayette St J. S. Walker & Co East Moulton Street M. L. Schulman Rbammaunar H. Mullen Second Ave Lamb’s Ferry Decatur Navigation St. Paul W. A. Curry Colonial Building Riverview Ave Maple St Jackson St Grant Street Cain & Wolcott Morgan Co. Nat Johnston Street Fi. V. Middleton E. T. Middleton Walker Huntsville Der Ala D. D Pleasants Huntsvill Y.M Association Building J. K. Walsh J. A. Moore J. K. Walsa Sanaa A. Hitea W. T. Noakes Germany International News Service Athens Packard Palm Beach Bank Street Oishine’s Department Store Decaturs Greatest Store Owiet & Company New Lot Ladies Speake & Moebes Lev. R. F The Decaturs Daily
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