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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1920
Page
2
The notice lists mailing rates for carriers per month and for mail subscriptions of six months and one year with prices 1.75 for one month? 3.50 for three months and 6.00 for a year. Also includes tributes of respect and cards of thanks at five cents.
A fragmented discussion argues Alabama could seize a historic chance to ratify the Susan B Anthony amendment. It notes Washington has already ratified, while Delaware plans an extraordinary session amid doubt. The piece questions southern reaction and the governor’s role in a potential leap to national history.
The piece describes Admiral Benson advising Sims and cautions against British influence. It argues the United States should act to place America first and criticizes leaks by Sims who allegedly made private talks public. It highlights wartime caution and naval integrity.
An aspiring artist who failed to sell early work later earned a purchase from Life magazine. The piece, rejected at first, reflects perseverance. the narrative links to a broader mention of the era and other political notes including Democrats nominating a candidate amid league ratification and Missouri figures.
A local man cites a telephone tip naming Hardy, Pickard, and Yost as behind a Mt Pleasant Tennessee Farmers and Merchants Bank robbery. The thieves allegedly opened safety deposit boxes and stole Liberty bonds and valuables, mirroring a Cullman style burglary.
A historian recalls Martin Littleton once worked as a section hand earning $1.25 daily. The Tennessee native later moved to Texas, then to New York where he rose to prominence as chief counsel for Senator Newberry of Michigan and built a remarkable legal career. A group photo shows him and his brother from their Lone Star residence period.
A verse presents an acrostic urging constant booster effort with lines about trying, doubt, and perseverance. It emphasizes action over hesitation and promotes the idea that steady effort leads to well being despite occasional failure. The piece uses an uplifting cadence to motivate perseverance.
The custom marks a one month old infant with male participants often attending a ban quet as part of the ceremony.
Residents argue water power should be used locally to lower rates as the Alabama Power Co. plans to expand. Decatur could outrun the utility by building a plant and forcing rate relief. Critics warn Muscle Shoals control could end cheap power nationwide.
A speaker predicts a future where towns own utilities, noting the time may come after his lifetime. He laments that even as lights go out and industry stalls, residents still bear the cost.
The Albany Decatur Daily announces Ed B Almon as a candidate for Congress in Alabama’s Eighth District, subject to the Democratic primary on May 11 1920. It also announces J Pierce of Huntsville Madison County as a candidate for one of two National Democratic Convention delegates from the same district, pending primary results.
A wave of notices announces candidates for Morgan County Tax Collector, all subject to the Democratic primary. Names include Crow, Samuel Roper, F Milton, James A Forman, Jack A Robinson, W Ransom, J H Hill, and W Harvey Drinkard, each asking for votes and support.
Announcement lists Thomas H. Gunn of Trinity and Herman C. Troup as Democratic primary candidates for tax assessor. Voters are asked for support and influence in the upcoming election.
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