German reply to U S ultimatum threatens further negotiations
Unofficial text of Germanys note defends submarine warfare but cautions Britain and allies while proposing further talks with the United States. Washington views the text as defiant and signals potential diplomatic break over Sussex and other claims.
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International News Service
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Secretary Baker to Address Alabama Bar Association Meeting
Rewion D. Baker, a secretary of war in President Wilson's cabinet, will speak at the Alabama State Bar association annual meeting July 14 and 15. His attendance is definite barring a very serious international crisis. Ex-Senator Joe Bailey of Texas is also slated as a speaker.
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Steamer Chattanooga Sets Record Cargo Distance
The steamer Chattanooga from Joppa Illinois carries a record breaking cargo. Tied at the Decatur wharf it prepares to coast up the Tennessee River toward Chattanooga. Pilot W. T. Rowden and captain Frank Rowden are noted river veterans.
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Malone Coal Grain & Auto Co Installs 560 Gallon Gasoline Machine
The Malone Coal Grain and Motor Company has installed a 560 gallon capacity machine in front of its Second Avenue business for automobile owners and gasoline sales. This marks a further improvement by the company and is a clear step forward.
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Clean-Up and Paint-Up campaign set for Decaturs
May 15 opening date announced for the civic effort to make the Decaturs the cleanest cities. Mayors Hardage and Nelson to issue proclamations calling public cooperation. Williamson presided. business leaders attended as committees planned work and fundraising. Six garbage cans to be placed on Second Avenue. merchants urged to donate. Publicity committee tasked with action plan.
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Rites Held For Beloved John H. Rountree
Hundreds gathered at Central Methodist Church for the funeral of John H. Rountree who died en route to Birmingham. Rev. E B Norton preached the sermon. Masons escorted the remains to the family burial ground near Priceville. Floral tributes and choral numbers marked the service. Pallbearers included Judge Thomas Wert and Dr. Tom Morrow.
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Birmingham
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Margaret Clarkson
Senaca
Bo James Nicholson
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Thomas W. Wert
Tom Morrow
Lucien Ferris
Chapel
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Wil Wyker
Frank Lide
University Quarantined Over Diptheria Outbreak
The university faces a diphtheria scare with classes suspended and strict containment. Local families fear their sons may be affected as several students live in town and were planning to vote, but home visits are barred while authorities implement measures.
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Officials Prepare Elections In Morgan County Contest
The official ballot lists eighty five candidates for races including president congressman and state and county offices. Ballots printed in Birmingham arrive for Morgan County precincts as judges rush them out and a copy will run in the Decatur Daily.
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Four More Irish Rebels Executed in Dublin
Dublin reports four more leaders of the Irish rebels were shot after a court martial found them guilty of treason. The executed were Joseph Punkett Edmund Bailey Michael O’Hanahan and William Pearse.
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International News Service
Dublin
Joseph Punkett
Edmund ‘Bailey
Michael O'Hanhahan
William Pearse
Mother Jones Arrives to Aid Chicago Strike
In Chicago on May 5 Mother Jones the famed labor advocate arrived from West Virginia to bolster striking workers. Her presence signals renewed push for a fair deal as peace talks falter amid multiple developments.
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