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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1920
Page
1
Carranza is willing to resign the presidency of Mexico after defeat at San Marcos. Senator Pratiote delivered the message to the city after a long conference with fugitives in the Puebla mountains. The report notes Carranza fled into the mountains following the defeat.
Vera Cruz reports railway communication to Mexico City restored after days of fighting along the line. The cargo and passenger traffic revived with activity at the custom house as news from the capital indicates a provisional president will be appointed and a presidential election held this year. Public sentiment shows broad approval of the government change and Obregon leadership.
International report from Jaurez states May has been restored in Mexico City and promises to safeguard foreigners have been kept during and after the occupation. dispatch notes harmony among rebel forces under Generals.
The Army committees in the Low and Nash Ville shops report funds surpassing expectations with a $750 quota likely to be met in a few days. C. W. Matthews serves as general chairman and Bi McCluskey as acting chairman as organized crafts workers respond generously.
Census figures show Scranton Pennsylvania with a population of 187,783, an increase of 7,916 residents. Lehigh reports 31,898 residents, up by 18 from the previous count.
Secretary Daniels told a senate sub committee that Admiral Sims did not originate the charges. He cited Senator Penrose of Pennsylvania as first making the allegations in the senate on August 24, 1918. Daniels mocked the idea of telepathy and noted Penrose’s speech coincided with discussions of Atlantic coast German raider activity.
Warsaw dispatch reports four hundred Soviet soldiers driven into the Dnieper during a failed effort to retake Kiev. They faced Polish counterattacks, were forced back into the river, and many were drowned or killed.
The Polish war office reports a strong Bolshevik attempt to retake Kiev and press the northern Russo-Polish front has failed after repeated attacks opposite Kiev.
Frank LeBron of New York told a mid western convention that plain gold wedding rings are out of style. He said gold is passe and green or white gold with orange bids engraving is in. White gold is preferred as green symbolizes jealousy. He noted wrist watches and pendants are not cut.
The Albany high school graduates 26 seniors in its largest class to date. Rev. James F. Plummer of Mobile, Alabama, will deliver the commencement sermon at Central Methodist Church on May 23 at 11 00 am. Graduation exercises follow May 25 at the Princess Theatre with diplomas and a girls chorus performance.
Florence welcomes the Alabama Press Association on May 29 1920 to inspect nitrate plants and Wilson Dam as part of the association’s annual meetings. The Chamber of Commerce invites editors to visit the city during the Tri-Cities showcase.
R W Cowart superintendent of Albany public schools has returned from Birmingham where he underwent an operation and is rapidly improving and able to resume duties.
Richard F. Willingham of Macon Georgia and partners meet with civil engineers from Southern and Louisville Nashville railroads to plan a new cotton compress on a 20 acre site south of Williams construction. Construction aims for 90 days with operation to start in fall. New warehouses by Churchill company and others loom ahead as cotton trade expands locally.
Senator Glass prepared a plank outlining Wilsonian policy on the league of nations. The plank has been read and approved by President Wilson and will be submitted to the Democratic convention at Roanoke, Virginia.
Report says 118 contests for convention seats were filed in Chicago with credentials of delegates and anti counterclaims noted. The filing window closed on the last day, triggering scrutiny of the party's seating arrangements and potential challenges to delegates.
The street grader owned by the city of Albany is missing again prompting a county-wide search by police. A prior article noted similar disappearances and urged the public to aid in recovery.
A floor clash erupted as Representative Madden of Illinois denounced General Lee and Confederate soldiers as traitors. The Southern delegation protested with cries of liar while Speaker Gillett worked to restore order after Steedman of North Carolina responded to Madden’s Saturday remarks.
The American Legion baseball team will dine with the Kiwanis Club at 7 PM at the Hilda cafe to support the Children's Aid Society. About a dozen Legion members will attend the Kiwanis supper at the Indian wigwam and the event promotes the Children's Day game with encouragement to purchase ads and attend the parade.
The league of nations council in Rome requests President Wilson to convoke a league meeting. A reply to Russia is drafted on the allied investigation of conditions in Russia.
In Windsor Detroit May 18 F P Loeffler of Ford City hid under a chair when the ceiling of a ruined International Hotel barber shop began to fall. Edward Adair shopkeeper and barber finished Loeffler’s shave after a compromise allowed him to lie in a chair away from the wreckage.
In a French Lick Springs conference, New York and San Francisco reports say Cox and Edwards are favored by pro wet Democrats. The group eyed a ticket with Gordon as President and a possible solid party platform drafted under McAdoo influence. McCombs indicated Cox could have the best chance among Democratic aspirants.
The American Legion executive committee meets in Washington to review the latest bonus bill drafted by Republican members of the Ways and Means Committee for relief of veterans. Chairman Fordney will present the bill to the full committee tomorrow as discussions continue over immediate action.
The census recount in Albany progresses under city direction and cooperation with the county. Officials began the process Monday, aiming to verify population totals and ensure accurate results for redistricting and funding considerations.
Chicago May 18 The new federal railway board appears ready to approve a $1,000,000,000 wage increase for about 2,000,000 U.S. railway workers to avert a general strike. Railroad officials back the demand but warn the public would bear the higher costs.
Washington report notes an interstate commerce act decision expected today on railroad priority and transport removal. Railway executives were called into conference as observers weigh whether the commission will grant all requests or devise its own plan.
Governor Thomas E Kilby endorses a nationwide American Legion drive in Alabama May 17 to 22 as a push to recruit new members. He cites benefits to the nation and state and honors World War I veterans who defended the flag during perilous times.
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