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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1914
Page
2
The notice provides publication date terms for Second-Class mail in Decatur Alabama, editor W B Shelton, advertising deadlines by noon, and a brief remark on local prosperity and early progress. It lists subscription and notice rates and urges readers to report delivery issues.
An Exchange comment predicts the interlocking of corporate directors will persist in the United States until a distinct director sits in each chair, signaling ongoing cross-ownership and governance ties.
Government struggles to collect income tax amid ongoing questions over deficit figures. Officials emphasize the need for steady progress and caution against overemphasis on disputed amounts.
The Exchange urges mediators to secure a workable agreement between tourists and hackmen on both sides of Niagara Falls before finalizing the Mexican question. The note highlights the need for a peaceful, mutually beneficial arrangement to ease cross border tensions.
Chicago Philadelphia Pittsburgh and Los Angeles pursue underground traction plans while New York and Boston have moved into extension work. The Exchange notes varied stages of transit development across these cities.
May tolls collected at the Panama Canal totaled 7356 12 dollars marking an early sign of resumed business as the shutters came down. The amount is modest but indicates activity returning to normal.
A growing interest in baseball is shown as an order for lumber is placed for immediate use to build a new grandstand to accommodate fans.
Fans witnessed a high point as the Y. M. C. A. defeated the Birmingham crac team from Jefferson County League by a decisive 9 to 5 score. The City League showcased strong play and local talent.
Frank V. Vanderlip, president of National City Bank, urged Congress to decide form of pending legislation and then adjourn for three months of public consideration. He spoke at a New Jersey Chamber of Commerce dinner in Newark urging business leaders to engage more in public affairs.
Six sailors from the cruiser Wynona were bathing when a monster alligator attacked, forcing them into a small boat. Coxswain Matson escaped first and was rushed to hospital after one leg sustained a severe bite.
Hammondsport New York June 27 Glenn H Curtiss and Lieut John Cyril Porte conducted trials of the America airboat and hydro airplane. The hydro plane weighed 3500 pounds reached 65 mph with a 100 pound sand load and a 200 pound passenger. The airship, 12 feet wingspan, completed six launches from Lake Kouka with Curtiss and Porte piloting. Plans call for more tests before disassembly and a Newfoundland voyage aimed around July 15.
Paul Crawford is expected to return home tomorrow after treatment for a broken leg. J. W. Montgomery shows health improvement though remains at home. Capt. J. A. Wales of the Salvation Army recovers from recent surgery. Cr. K. Lytle Jr. visits Decatur for vacation. Fritz Frazer and R. H. Black go to Pulaski. H. H. Hitt returns from Chicago after business. Raymond White leaves his parents’ home to return to Atlanta.
Paris dispatch reports that Huerta has shipped 2.5 million dollars to banks for deposit and is arranging to depart for Europe. The item notes the international movement of funds amid ongoing conflicts.
One suite of rooms for rent on Second Avenue near Feck Patterson and Winton's store. Call phone 30. E H Peck. 8-29tf.
Washington June 27 Amid a House debate 5 million dollars was appropriated to finance income tax collection. Leader Underwood argued each dollar would yield 15 to 25 dollars from corporate and individual tax dodgers. He defended the new tariff law.
Washington reports 300 petitions from women in 39 states urging Congress to grant women suffrage. Delegates include Dr. Anna H Shaw Jane Addams and Mrs Desha Breckinridge. Speaker Champ Clark said suffrage is inevitable and will come in a few years. The petitions were sent to the Senate via the Vice President.
The Alabama Good Roads Association announces the eighteenth annual session to meet in the Exchange Hotel auditorium on October 21 22 and 23 with invitations extended to distinguished speakers. Hon John Craft president will travel to Washington with a crew to attend.
Flooding from three severe storms floods towns in Minnesota Wisconsin and Iowa this week causing rail disruption and crop damage. LaCrosse Wisconsin notes widespread road closures as rivers rise and weather officials warn of continuing adverse conditions.
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