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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1920
Page
2
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The piece argues Carranza's fall could foreshadow a more aggressive Mexican policy toward American interests under Obregon and Villa allies. It notes possible American financial influence behind the revolt and warns of tensions with the United States as Mexico reshapes policy and resources.
Just in, G. P. McDaniel secretary-manager of the Albany Chamber of Commerce is in the Tri-Cities today to inspect the kotamhe plant and Wilson Dam.
C H McFarline reports purchasing large timber tracts in the eastern county section. Work will begin at once to cut timber for market. He praises the county as highly productive, declaring it the state’s best truck and fruit growing area.
Decatur real estate dealer Thomas E. Pride notes growing interest in a proposed Tennessee River bridge. He says inquiries increase daily and the project could trigger substantial development for the area once built.
Sex Sorber hypes Marvin Rankin saying he is in great shape for the Legion Kiwanis game. He notes Rankin has stocked up on lubricant and liniment to prepare, suggesting a potential no-hit performance if training holds.
J R Daniels says the ticket selling campaign for the Kiwamiis Le gon baseball game drew a liberally answering public and a large crowd is insured for the game.
Florence Forbes praises Tennessee poultry growth and urges Alabama to mobilize similar effort. She notes a county producing 1.5 million dollars in yearly poultry value, a town poultry day with 400000 dollars worth sold, and calls for Chamber of Commerce action to develop Alabama's poultry sector.
New York May 18 Umpire George Hildebrand honors the Detroit Tigers as unlucky and explains their repeated spring to pennant slips. He notes pitching matters but argues the club suffers from persistent bad breaks and hoodoo effects rather than talent alone.
Gossip that the Detroit club would change managers continues, but President Navin and associates renew Jennings for another season. Critics note Detroit’s poor showing yet place the Tigers above last in the American League, with bets on avoiding final place.
Four years after seeing a Chicago newspaper photo while serving on the Mexican border, Risin R. Goodrich of Springfield met Miss Mary L. Stewart at Fort Sheridan after transfer. The couple, first connected by Cupid’s arrow, announced an upcoming wedding in a recent notice.
Glenville West Virginia May 18 Frank Johnson, a tacnaed of this county, recovered his spectacles that were lost last fall when found in a barrel of seed potatoes received from a mail order house. Last fall Johnson sold his entre crop at two dollars per bushel. the barrel cost him five dollars.
The Georgia democratic convention to name delegates to the San Francisco convention meets this afternoon. Rumors swirl as Palmer's small plurality over Watson and combined Watson and Hoke Smith delegates threaten control. A decisive last ditch battle for the delegation is anticipated.
In gratitude Hill thanks friends supporters and voters who aided his campaign. He pledges to discharge duties with confidence and respect and to give everyone the courtesy due from public officials.
A whimsical ad-like fragment cites a plumber who believes new pipes are needed after stomach pains. It promotes Mayr's Wonderful Remedy claiming to remove catarrhal mucus and inflammation, arguing one dose proves its worth with a money back guarantee through Albany Owl Drug Co. in Decatur.
An old advertisement touts Rub My Tism as a powerful pain killer. It claims relief from rheumatism neuralgia sprains and similar ailments. The copy emphasizes quick effect and broad use for various aches.
The County Tax Assessor reports valuations complete and on file for Morgan County. The assessor will hear corrections on the first Monday in June at the Court House. individuals may appear to contest specific assessments.
Hudson is best known for its Super Six motor with vast unused performance potential. Few of the 90,000 owners have tested the speed or power limits, though the engine offers a substantial reservoir of ability beyond everyday needs.
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