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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Mar 10, 1915

Page

2

Modern War Correspondents Face Rigid Censorship

A historical critique of wartime press control highlights how war offices limit field access and censor reports. It cites Irving Cobb and British officials as examples, noting the shift toward official statements and reduced eyewitness accounts during conflict.

War Office America Britain Irving Cobb Great Britain Pares Poland

Atlanta detective linked to Lacey affair and mysterious figures

An Atlanta detective claims intimate knowledge of the Lacey affair and mentions learning from a figure named Zudora or another enigmatic source. The Remarks imply ongoing speculation about who guides the detective in the case.

Atlanta Lacey Yee Zudora

Midnight Oil At College Compared In Standard Files

The books of the Standard Oil Company will probably show that lovers have consumed a much larger quantity of midnight oil than have students.

Standard of Company

Migratory Birds and Birdmen Spend in Contrast

The Rockefeller Foundation funds preservation of migratory birds while England directs far larger sums to the destruction of migratory birdmen, highlighting competing national priorities in wildlife policy.

Rockefeller Foundation England

Italy and Greece struggle to pick winner in European conflict

The article notes that Italy and Greece have not yet determined a decisive outcome in the current European conflict, highlighting uncertainty and ongoing strategic calculations.

Italy Greece

Turkey seeks peace settlement and cost recovery in suit

Turkey is pursuing a peace agreement and would be liable for court costs if victorious. The move signals a formal legal effort to end hostilities with potential financial penalties on the opposing side if the claim succeeds.

Turkey

Limiting the outgo to boost income in sharp balance

The text argues that cutting expenses is as effective as raising revenue to make ends meet. It frames prudent spending as a key method to improve financial stability and overall solvency.

Gossip Den Returns to Local High Court Controversy

A sharp note on gossip fronts a brief item about private chatter drifting into public view. The column hints at social friction and the fragility of reputations in a tight-knit community.

No Irish pota riot mentioned in war dispatches

The latest war dispatches omit any reference to an Irish riot or mobilization. Details focus on military movements and strategic developments rather than domestic unrest in Ireland.

Reflections in a Glass Echo Compliment to Beauty

A pithy aphorism notes that no attractive woman resents her mirror image, implying self praise through reflection and a timeless vanity motif.

Musings by Ralph Rollings on Love and Matrimony

A humorous column quotes Ralph Rollings on marriage and gender roles. The piece notes that women seek the best, but often marry poorly, and that common sense is rare. It jokes about bachelors, dogs, and social perceptions of love and propriety.

E. C., Payne-Lumber Co New Decatur Ala

Washington hints at possible U S action in Mexican crisis

An announcement from Washington reports President Wilson may shift from his watchful waiting to decisive action over the Mexican revolutions. With reports of White House impatience at prolongation, the nation fears disruption but desires peace, as leaders Madero Huerta Carranza and Villa struggle to form a stable government.

Washington Wilson White House State Department United States Madero Huerta Carranza Villa

Walden asks 00 tax payers favor big bond issue

Morgan county readers are urged to express views on a proposed 2,000,000 bond issue for Alabama. Capt. Dan Walden argues retrenchment can cover debts, cut salaries, and abolish offices while urging public input before the July legislature session.

Walden Morgan Alabama Dan Wme Sropec United ‘States Dan Walden

Birmingham Caprice on Sunday Picture House Issue

A Birmingham official resists Sunday cinema operation, claiming motive is to aid workers while using the welfare of the working man as justification. the move reflects old tactics and public sentiment on leisure and labor.

Birmingham

Chicago Packers Demand Cash In Advance For Meats

Chicago meat packers demand upfront payment for meats sent abroad. They refuse to ensure product safety and accept tainted goods for use by belligerent nations.

Chicago

Remains of Edward Ragland Buried in Huntsville

The body of Edward M Ragland former editor of the Sheffield Standard was interred in Huntsville after travel via the Decatur route at 10 o clock. He died at 63 after making Sheffield home from St Louis where he worked for the Globe-Democrat. A Cumberland Presbyterian Church member and a leading Knights of Pythias figure.

Edward M Ragland Sheffield Standard Huntsville Decaturs Sheffield St. Louis Globe-Democrat Cumberland Presbyterian Church Knights of Pythias

For Rent Listings Include Several Decatur Properties

House with 5 rooms and bath No 505 Johnson Street Cottage No 41 E Cherry Street Decatur 7 House with 5 rooms No 121 3rd Avenue 8 Store and Flat No 521 Second Ave Store No 827 E Grant St Store No 212 Moulton St.

Johnson Street E. Cherry “Street Decatur 3Rd Avenue Second Ave E. Grant St Moulton St

Ottoman Press Bureau Rolls Up Vic Victories

Turkish cigarette addiction may explain how the official Ottoman press bureau was able to consolidate Vic victories. The sentence suggests a link between addiction and media control in the period.

My Harem a Curious Easter Hat Season Tune

A note questions whether the tune titled My Harem was ever a popular song during the Easter hat season. No formal claim or accusation is presented about its fame or reception.

Noone

Quiet Months Swap for Time in Montgomery Washington

With Montgomery and Washington quiet for a brief spell there will be more time to devote to baseball and other matters of real consequence. The note signals a pause in routine activity and more focus on sports planning and pressing issues.

Decatur Ala J. A. Thornhill 2Nd. Ave Montgomery Washington

Russians Take Stanislau In War Report

A historical wire report notes Stanislau captured by Russian forces as they press advances in the theater. The item records strategic movement and indicates cautious reactions from opposing troops and allied observers.

Allied army proposal to restore order in Mexico City

A report discusses plans for an allied force to send into Mexico City to restore order or defeat a local regime. The item outlines the strategic aim and potential regional impact without detailing specific nations or dates.

Mexico City

Alabama Needs Hole Proof Floor for Executive Mansion

An opinion column argues the Alabama executive mansion requires a durable, trapproof flooring solution to guard against hidden hazards and improve safety for officials and guests. The piece urges swift commissioning of a robust substitute.

Alabama

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The Tennesse Valley Printing Company, Inc I. D. Harkreader Sheldon United States Patent Office Decatur Fertilizer Co Wagner’s Grant Street Ralph Rollings Heg Garden of ‘Eden Sheriffs of Qates Edward Ragland Cain & Wolcott M. C. National Ash Eugene Ferris Cail Wilder Place Rhode Island Cushman & Son Corner Ferry Market Sts Dutton Jerre Murphey Burk Auto Company Hartselle Chas. E. Layman Flint Ala J. W. Harbin T. J. Newsom EarCorn Malone Coal & Grain Company R.L . Smith Kansas City L. Smith Meat Market Studio Lafayette Stots Decatu Decatur Navigation Co Guntersville Ce Isin Bank Street Bath Sth Avenue 12Th Ave. W East Lampkin Insurance & Realty Co E. R.,guy Lafayette St J. 8. McBride L. Smith Reens Twin Ci Manufacturing Co Spain Maness 2Nd Ave Stanislau City National Bank U. S. Bonds Federal Reserve U. S Treas Liabiliti I. T. Roberts Architect West Lafayette Street Harry J. Frahn First National Bank Nashville, Tenn Walker & CO International News Service Norfolk "and Western Railroad U. S. Supreme Court West Virgina Morgan County National Bank
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