Morgan County Grand Jury Urges Tighter Prohibition Enforcement
The Morgan County grand jury reports 92 indictments from 115 cases, praises county offices and jail upkeep, condemns extravagant convict camp spending, and urges stricter enforcement of prohibition. They accuse Governor O'Neal of pardoning bootleggers and call for deputies and tighter oversight of private liquor conveyances and gasoline launches.
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Westminster Presbyterian Church Fast Annual Picnic
About 150 people enjoyed a full day picnic at City Park with 50 more for noon dinner. Games and contests engaged all ages while a generous spread of food and drinks fueled the event. Superintendent Vohlers and committee, with Pastor Grau, organized the first annual picnic with plans for future gatherings.
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Our Mutual Girl at the Delite Theatre Today
Mystery unfolds as Margaret vanishes while en route to the gangsters home. The town, police, gangsters, and a top burglar join a three way search. An action packed reel features an auto chase and a daring ferry escape.
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Noted correspondent visits Decatur daily
Walter Harper staff correspondent of the Birmingham News stopped in on Saturday. He is boosting Alabama in a series of articles for his paper. He reports conditions as most promising with crops good and business active. The News will publish two or three articles on conditions in this section in the coming weeks.
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Twin City Bread Co. Bakery Busy With Superior Cakes
The bakery reports strong daily customer turnout and expanding business as it meets growing demand. A large team of bakers keeps the shop running day and night to fulfill patrons with what is described as excellent cakes and pastries.
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Government to Build Three Ships Under Naval Report
Washington reports the naval bill calls for two ships from current funds and one more funded by proceeds from selling obsolete ships to Greece.
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Brothers Fatally Injured In Railroad Wreck
Chattanooga report from June 27 says George and Tom Raulston of Doyle Tennessee are thought fatally injured after an excursion train was struck by a switch engine. Others suffered significant bruises and cuts.
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Bonny Caddie and Cassie of a Half Century Ago
New York reports John Robertson 87 sails to find a former sweetheart who left him seventy years ago. He has not seen her in 44 years and rumors say the old flame remains a spinster.
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Decatur Consolidation Push Divides Local Papers
The Decaturs press split over uniting New Decatur and Decatur with the New Decatur Advertiser and the Decatur Weekly News opposing the move. The Advertiser shows a straw vote favoring consolidation, with Decatur Daily backing the majority campaign.
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Wanamaker Forecasts Improved Labor Prospects
Philadelphia June 27 John Wanamaker merchant and former postmaster general told the U S commission on industrial relations it is sound business to recognize labor organizations. He urged contracts with employees as remedies and favored government ownership of public utilities. He supported eight hours or less and a trial of a minimum wage for women and said labor has suffered from poor leadership but better leaders are emerging.
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Epidemic of Fever Feared After Salem Fire
Salem Mass July 27 News reports a scarlet fever epidemic feared after a city fire forced children to flee to streets and camps. Hundreds exposed are being cared for as relief efforts begin and fire losses are estimated at about 12 million dollars with 10 million insured.
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Columbia Varsity Wins First Race in 19 Years Sparks Uproar
New York police and fire crews faced 800 cheering students after Columbia University won the first race in 19 years. Enthusiasts set fire to a university fence and were chased to their rooms. the blaze caused little damage.
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Westinghouse Will Operate Open Shops for Strikers
Pittsburg June 27 The Westinghouse Electric & Manufacturing Co announces it will operate open shops and pay workers by efficiency. President E M Herr notified a committee representing 12 000 Westinghouse strikers that officials would deal with them upon their return, ending strike talks for now.
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Villa Follows Troops Toward Aguascalientes in Mexican War
Zacatecas June 27 Villa travels closely behind dispatched troops to Aguascalientes where the Federal army remnants have filed. He predicts a major battle at Queretaro 150 miles north of Mexico City as federals concentrate for a final stand. Villa says the shadow of the rope has fallen on Madero murderers.
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Mexican peace talks amid Huerta retirement conditions
Dispatches from Mexico City report peace delegates meeting the Chilean mediation. Huerta may retire if no military chiefs such as Villa Carranza or Angeles assume civil authority. Federal defeats weigh on Huerta, while talks press for recognizing land pledges and granting general amnesty.
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Brazilian Vice-Consul Silliman Called for Protection
Senora Cordova, Brazilian representative to Mexico, reports Saltillo authorities seek the return of Vice-Consul Silliman and pledge protection. Silliman is currently in Washington awaiting the outcome of the request.
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Roosevelt to Curtail Fall Political Activities
Roosevelt, after consulting his physician, will curtail fall political activities due to malaria fever and enlarged spleen. The Colonel has consented to take a few months rest per medical advice.
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Colonial Club to Meet Bell Telephone in 4 PM Baseball
The Colonial Baseball Club meets Bell Telephone at 4 o clock this afternoon on the YMCA grounds. Lineups list Colonial Hardage as pitcher, Watson catcher Jervis at first Gover second Adams short Kyle third Mays left Cornish center Morrow right and Bell Telephone Shackleford pitcher Doss catcher Easter first Cabee second Camody short Woodruff third Carter left Rullan center Groves right.
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Olympia Opera Company Presents The Chimes of Normandy
The Olympia Opera Company will present The Chimes of Normandy at the Masonic tonight. The show promises faneful entertainment with Gaspard, ghosts, and village booby humor. Attend for a small price and a chance to win a season pass by naming the new amusement park tonight before 6.
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Sermon on Moses Reveals Pivotal Lessons for Parents
Rev. Caleb Ridley spoke at Central Baptist on Moses life showing parental protection and early religious training as crucial. He drew from Moses choice of God’s people, warned Baptist parents about neglecting children, and urged home faith to shape lifelong devotion.
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Moran and a Black Challenger Vie For Heavyweight Crown
In Paris France two heavyweights Frank Moran and an unnamed Black challenger prepare for today’s title fight. Moran predicts world championship glory by midnight. Public wagers show large sums bet on the outcome with gate receipts aiming near $100000 and a large total wagered.
Giant parade of 30000 at Chicago today
Over 30 000 male workers of the International Sunday School convention joined a giant parade in Chicago. Participants represented the United States Mexico Canada Porto Rico the Philippines Alaska and others with fifty altars carried and open Bibles borne on shoulders to symbolize America as a Bible country.
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United States Troops Prepare for Peace Centennial Parade
In St. Albans Vermont on June 27 it was announced that regular cavalry 300 men the Vermont militia and Canadian troops will pitch tents July 2 near the town. They will participate in the peace centennial celebration parade on July 4 with both American and Canadian soldiers in the march.
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