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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1920
Page
1
London march 25 The announced German coalition cabinet headed by Bauer has been withdrawn following labor union protests. A dispatch from March 26 reports battles against the Finns and Poles, with fighting near Petehenka where the Finns are said to have been driven back.
Berlin reports government forces have seized several villages in the Ruhr district from communist reds in a war office communication released last night. The advance marks a significant push in the ongoing campaign to secure the region.
The Polish consul in New Year advised Olshine not to sail for France. Olshine had planned to bring his family to America but delayed after the consul warned about safety abroad. Olshine’s brother Harry announced plans to travel for a conference and the consul said passports for the Olshine family could be obtained without Olshine traveling.
Rear Admiral C D Plunkett told a senate sub committee that if the U S had faced Germany earlier in World War I indemnity would have been payable by the enemy. He blamed a shortage of manpower on Secretary Daniels and recalled his role in naval gunnery and the naval railway battery in France.
On an early date the Royal Palm passenger train No 12 derailed at Adams Park ten miles south of Macon Georgia. Fireman H E Tidwell and another man were killed instantly. Three sleepers left the rail but did not overturn. No others were harmed.
Paul Little twelve year old son of E R Little who was kidnapped in Lexington Kentucky was held for ransom of twenty five thousand dollars. He escaped from a back room of the Phoenix hotel at seven this morning after jailers left the bathroom door unlocked and called his home. His father and police then forced entry and the suspects were expected to be arrested within hours.
London March 26 Captain Raoul Amundsen discoverer of the South Pole and explorer of polar regions is said to lead a dash toward the North Pole. The party left the exploration ship Maude on the ice accompanied by two men and is moving across polar fields.
The American Legion post plans a major show for late April or early May, led by directors Littlefield and Henry with minstrel acts and special performances. Timberlake named adjutant and Roy Billings as post finance officer, replacing resignations.
In Indianapolis on March 26 Senator Warren G. Harding of Ohio blamed President Wilson for the defeat of the peace treaty in the United States Senate. He opened his presidential campaign with the address this afternoon.
Detroit march 26 Mrs May Dempsey 34 wife of an actor dies in a crash. Misa Cleo Dunham a maid and Theodore Cole treasurer of the Miles Theatre are fatally injured as the accident occurs in city.
Mrs M B Woods a renowned artist dies in Portland Oregon after weeks of illness. She gained fame for portrait work and Indian dolls with distinctive features and costumes seen nationwide. Her Madonna of the Lilies memorial hangs at St Annes church in memory of her mother. Woods born in Michigan studied in Monroe and major art centers before attaining lasting artistic prominence. Doctor and family details note her brother Gus Bassett rushing to Portland after telegram.
H M Phillippi general chairman of the Louisville and Nashville system machinists spoke to a large audience at Hardage Hall praising labor unions for reliable action and urging machinists to honor their local contracts. He planned to return to Albany in a few months after leaving for Louisville.
E D Whitman a popular insurance and realty dealer is very ill at his home on Jackson Street with flu. He was reported slightly improved today despite the ongoing illness.
Decatur officials report a city population of 5421, up 28 percent since 1910. Z Trimble conducted the count, saying most residents cooperated with few refusals for ages. Federal figures expected soon may prompt a recount if lower.
London reports the British steamship Ortega with 360 passengers is in distress at sea. A separate Boston dispatch says the schooner Doroth Palmer anchored off Great Round Shoals is leaking and will sink within 12 hours, with a coast guard cutter dispatched.
Senator Borah introduced in the senate an anti boodle bill aimed at curbing corrupt practices and lavish spending by candidates and their supporters. The measure seeks severe penalties for such activity.
William Meyer, a noted local lumberman, returns from Florida with tales of big Melbourne area catches and photos to back them up. He says he faced doubters yet produced clear photographs of handsome saltwater fish specimens to prove his claims.
A shortage of general merchandise in the south Atlantic and Gulf states is predicted due to a coastwise longshoremen strike. Wal ter Legers of Clyde line says clothing and household goods will rise in price while northern cities lose food and lumber, halting ship tonnage and striking late crop markets.
Dock workers in New York threaten a boycott on six eastern railroads after United Fruit uses strike breakers to handle incoming freight. About 10000 workers are involved in the action.
Preliminary 1920 census figures list Monroe Louisiana at 12 675 residents, up 2 466 since 1910. West Monroe 2 240 and other towns across the nation are also reported with increases and re checks noted for accuracy.
A Dublin dispatch reports Magistrate Allen Bowl who led the inquiry into the Irish bank was shot outside the Masonic Hall in Dublin after a central news dispatch.
Leslie N. Simms, longtime traveling passenger agent for the Louisville and Nashville railroad, has resumed his position with the L N system and is stationed in Houston after a stint in the army.
All merchants with booths for the automobile show and exposition are urged to attend a final 7:30 PM meeting at the Albany Chamber of Commerce. This last session will finalize arrangements and ensure every exhibitor is present.
A Shetland pony escaped from the Sheesley shows last night and caused unconscious excitement when spotted by the Albany Textile mills night watchman. The watchman feared a bear amid darkness and roared lion sounds from nearby cages added to the scene. The alarm reached Police and Fire Chief Sorber, who with Officer McCoy responded. The pony was ultimately returned to its grazing area in the animal tent.
A mob of armed miners gathered near Abena Ohio awaiting four alleged suspects in a murder. Abena mines and adjacent towns closed as about two thousand miners converged on the scene near Steubenville.
Dover March 26 Anti suffrage forces failed to force a ratification vote and no action will be taken until Monday. Governor Townsend remains hopeful for ratification as more than half the lower house oppose the measure.
Baltimore dispatch reports that Vermont and Connecticut governors told a Baltimore newspaper they will not summon special legislative sessions to act on the federal suffrage amendment.
Albany man O B Meebes learns his brother in law R L Stewart has died at Burleson Texas after a paralysis stroke following influenza. The body will travel on the 3 10 train for burial in Athens Alabama where he once lived. He was an L and N railroad engineer.
North Alabama Shriners welcomed Club 10 visitors at the local Oasis banquet hosted by the Tennessee Valley Shrine club last night. Rev Wilks presided as toastmaster as Nobles from across North Alabama attended. Local artists performed readings and musical numbers to warm applause.
Washington March 26 President Wilson will send the Versailles treaty back to the Senate if a favorable opportunity arises. Officials say for now he will let the treaty rest without action and take no steps toward a temporary peace. The president believes the public will urge Senate ratification.
Washington March 26 report says a resolution to reestablish peace between the United States and Germany and Austria is under serious consideration by the House Foreign Affairs Committee. The measure is expected to be reported favorably to the House next week.
In Savannah the campaign begins as Hoke Smith launches his bid criticizing Wilson. He attacks the president’s dictatorial spirit and argues Smith would seek counsel from allies at the table.
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