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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1920
Page
5
Scientists suggest some whales may live up to five hundred years with others showing signs of reaching a millennium. The text notes debates on age indicators in whale species and the rarity of such extreme ages.
The piece rails against Senator Underwood for discharging Jubal Early's nephew from the army, arguing the action was personal and spiteful. It cites General Early's stature, urges Alabama for justice, and features family connections including Mrs. Sarah Early Painter and Phil Painter.
A Washington era letter and public denouncement accuse Senator Underwood of bushwhacking Confederate General’s nephew and blocking a claim. It alleges bias against Patan and Lacey Edmondson while praising a Alabama soldier and challenging Underwood to explain motives and actions in the Painter case.
A lengthy political speech defending federal powers and Muscle Shoals aid. It argues for upholding the Constitution and the 18th Amendment, attacks Mr. Heflin over expense and grants, and praises restraint on prohibiting policy changes.
Mr Rushton spoke briefly on a proposed bonus for returned sailors and soldiers. Connectton noted the twenty six billion war debt and routine government debts costing near a billion and a half annually in interest. He criticized continued spending and warned prudence is needed to maintain prosperity without cutting workers’ pay or triggering a panic.
Citizens of Austinville plan a large addition to the present school building including extra classrooms and an auditorium. The term just completed is described as the most successful in school history. A meeting to finalize plans will be held soon. Commencement featured strong recitals and a farce titled Son John staged by high school students.
Advert says Grove's Tasteless Tonic is the best form of quinine with iron for adults. It claims to purify and restore vitality, presenting a tasteless tonic option.
A fragment recalls blotting paper discovered by accident in a paper factory. A worker’s error with sizing led to a surprising result and the proprietor recognizing its potential use in marking ink.
An OCR fragment touts Galomel as a delightful purifying remedy with claims it cleanses the liver, increases energy, and suppresses fear. It mentions a Calotab tablet taken with water and promises wakefulness, appetite, and safety, with promotional language and unclear assurances.
The article urges a blood cleansing remedy to cure skin afflictions from pimples to eruptions. It promises to cleanse the blood, kill germs, and improve general health, offering literature from the Swift Laboratory in Atlanta, Georgia.
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