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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1915
Page
2
Build It Now campaign urged to aid workers
An op ed argues the Build It Now movement will create jobs for unemployed workers in Decatur. It claims immediate construction, from offices to fences, reduces material costs and stimulates the labor market, urging concerted action and patriotism to support early building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decaturs
Zhaber
Diversification urged as remedy for cotton dependent farmers
The article argues that cotton states neglect diversification in farming and rely on cotton credit. It contrasts northern farmers who diversify with crops and domestic poultry, noting the consistent demand for eggs and the rising value of eggs as a steady income source across regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Essere
The Impudent Brat Builds But As Usual
An irregular fragment from the Decatur Daily hints at a feature or column titled Build But with opening lines suggesting a rebellious tone and ongoing construction or planning. The text is incomplete but indicates a newspaper page item or opinion piece.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ming
Tennessee Law Abolishes Capital Punishment Questioned Longevity of Criminals
In passing a law abolishing capital punishment, it is doubtful the Tennessee legislature has insured the longevity of criminals other than those of little cash and small influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tennessee
Skirt length as a playful life metaphor
A lighthearted remark compares skirts to life, suggesting shorter styles imply more to experience. The quip blends fashion with witty outlook, emphasizing bold choices and vivacity in daily style.
Posse Searches Woods for Blackeledge Suspect
Mobile dispatch reports a posse of about 250 men from near Airey Mississippi combing the woods for an assailant who shot and fatally wounded Lloyd Blackeledge a turpen operator last night in his office. Seven shots hit him and if the suspect is captured lynching is expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
Mobile
Airey
Miss
Lloyd Blackeledge
Turpen
Blackeledge
Effective Advertising Against Mail Order Hous
The American of Autier NZ argues a leading local mercantile firm exposes mail order prices. It lists suits and waists with catalogue page numbers style numbers and local dealer prices. It shows local prices are often one to fifty cents cheaper. The March 11 issue runs four columns by ten inches and questions the notion that merchandise can be cheaper out of town.
Italian Reserves Called Home as War Looms
A steady stream of Italian reserves is recalled from Birmingham early this morning with several hundred more expected to be summoned soon. Officials say Italy may enter the war on the Allies' side within a fortnight, prompting urgent military mobilization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
Birmingham
March
Italy
Martial law to take effect in Italy as mobilization looms
Rome reports martial law will begin April 1 with military control of telegraph and telephone lines. No military movements may be transmitted after midnight March 31. Royal decree orders strict information blackout as Italy advances war plans and mobilization orders are anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Healy
Rome
Italyo
Italy
Italian Troops Move Toward Austrian Frontier
Besle dispatch says the 67th Italian infantry regiment left Como in a sudden move and is slated for target practice, with reports indicating the unit is headed toward the Austrian frontier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
Besle
Como
Turks Admit Russian Attack Opens Battle on Bosporus
The Turkish war office announced an opening Russian attack against the Bosporus. Russian ships bombarded the Turkish guard ship at long range before withdrawing, according to the official report from Constantinople dated March 29.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
Constantinople
Bosphorus
Turkish War Office
Lewish People Observe Feast of the Passover
Jews in World observe Passover for a week beginning today with Seder services and a family meal. The festival recalls the Israelites’ deliverance from Egypt after ten plagues and the death of the firstborn. families mark the event by ceremonially sprinkling doorsteps with lamb’s blood as the Angel of Death passed over.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Téast
Pharoah
Moses
Dog Attacks Four Year Old and Professor in Alabama
Four year old Frances Walte from Tuscaloosa is reported bitten by a dog suspected of rabies while playing in her yard. Professor Tillery of a local prep school was also bitten during the attack. Both were taken to Montgomery for Pasteur treatment as the dog's body was sent to the state lab for rabies testing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frances An Wels
Tillery
Prof. I
Montgomery
State Laboratory
Palm Sunday Services Held at St Ann and St John
Palm Sunday services were held yesterday at St Ann's Cathedral and St John's Episcopal Church. Rev J J Cornish argued Christ's humble triumph over human displays of power while Father McDermott blessed the palm and preached a brief discourse to a small congregation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Cornish
St. John’s
Father McDermott
St. Ann’s
St Ann's Cathore
St. John’s Episcopal Churches
New Piano Used at Chapel Exercises at New Decatur High
A newly purchased piano, funded by faculty and public support, was used for chapel exercises at New Decatur High School. A pretty young lady played accompaniments to several vocal numbers, and the community’s “Trade at Home” effort funded the purchase. The senior class won a spirit contest, raising over $85 through Tag Day and related activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Decatur High School
Puce
Hatching Eggs and Farm Goods for Sale in Decatur
Hatching eggs from Rhode Island Whites Vertrees strain and Rhode Island Reds and White Orpingtons priced from 1 to 2 dollars per setting of 16. Also farm listings: Dutton farm opposite the Decaturs offering 68 acres for cash 3500. Additional line notes solid body satay stove wood and slab wood for sale with quick delivery by Cushman & Son at Ferry and Market Streets in Decatur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhode Island
Greer
New Decatur
Ala
Fairview
Dutton Farm
Jerre Murphey
Eeratione
Decatur
Cushman & Son
Corner Ferry
Market Sts
Notice of Sale In Bankruptcy for Morgan Co Bottling Assets
Trustee in Bankruptcy R H Wolcott announces sale of all assets of Morgan Co Ata-Cola Bottling Co including bottling plants at New Decatur and Hartselle Alabama. Sale March 31 1915 at 11 am in front of Johnston Street location with cash terms and court confirmation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jere Murphy
Morgan Co
Ata-Cola Bottling Co
Johnston Street
Second Avenue
New Decatur
Ala
Hartselle
Alabama
Necator
German Retreat Reported From Petrograd Telegraph
A dispatch from Petrograd says Austro German armies in Hungary are in full retreat, with the Russian Embassy noting the retreat ongoing and movements toward safety. The report emphasizes a broader strategic setback for the Central powers in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Petrograd
Hungary
Von Gluck Wounded in Berlin September Dash
General Alexander Von Luck, who led German troops toward Paris, was wounded by shrapnel during a September advance inspection. The injury is described as slight and his condition as satisfactory. In Annapolis, President Wilson and party arrived aboard the yacht Mayflower to inspect the Brazilian cruiser Marelho.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Alexander Vonluck
Paris
Mrs Goodman Chosen Sponsor of Columbus Reunion
Adjutant Sykes announced this afternoon that Mrs W B Goodman of Knoxville has been selected sponsor of the reunion for the United Confederate Veterans in Columbus Mississippi.
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THE
Decaturs Daily
Tennessee Valley Printing Company, Inc
I. D. Harkreader
W. R. Shemlon
Ben M. Bloodworth
Ogner’s
Grant Street
Cae
Frances Samuels
Mere
Tuscaloosa
Lady's
Elgin
Grace M. Williams
Fourth Avenue West
Sth Ave. S
4Th Ave. Ss
3Rd Ave
10Th Ave
Wes L. B. Wyatt & Son
Peck and
C. E. Malone
East Moulton St
J.W. Frahn
Wilder Place
R. H. Wolcott
Morgan County, Ala
von Gluck
Delker Bros
Smey & Sandlin
Decatur Navigation Co
Guntersville
Bank Street
Church St
2Nd Ave
2Nd St
12Th Ave
Sherman St
East Decatur
Are Insurance & Realty Co
E. R. Guy
Lafayette St
E. C. Payne Lumber Co
J. B. McBride
J. L. Smith
Twin City
Co. Decatur, A
Spain
Maness
New Decatur, Ala
R.L Smith
Kansas City
R. L. Smith
Morgan County National Bank
United States
Stock Reserve Bank
U. S. Treas
Cne
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