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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1920
Page
2
Fragmentary text lists weekly carrier rates and yearly prices, with unclear formatting. Mentions that customers should receive the paper regularly and to report delays. Details are garbled and partly illegible.
The piece argues the current price-slashing trend is driven by the East’s banking and political pressures tied to the presidential election. It claims bankers oppose the party favored by capitalists and fear rising prices destabilizing government, while consumers may benefit from lower retail costs before merchants raise prices to cover costs. It warns against a GOP return, which could restore Wall Street control and English influence.
Two main attacks on the Democratic party are alleged. One accuses Wilson's administration of war conduct, the other claims Wilson and Hitchcock killed the peace treaty. Hitchcock cites records showing Wilson would accept reservations that did not void the treaty and criticizes tainted leadership.
The article argues that fair-minded observers blame Senator Lodge and his supporters rather than President Wilson and his advisors for blocking Senate approval of the Versailles treaty, shaping the current failure to ratify.
The Tri Cities Daily notes a friendly rivalry between Albany and Decatur over hosting next year’s labor convention. Representatives from both Twin Cities say ample arrangements will be made to entertain delegates royally if Albany Decatur is chosen.
A driftwood framed verse laments a muddy white poodle driven from streets by law. The poem questions canine rights, muzzles, and a life ended by authorities, reflecting on duty and divine purpose.
Daniels testified that at armistice the U S Navy had 488 847 sailors and 31 194 officers while Britain had 378 919 sailors and 36 243 officers. He noted a wartime reserve for emergencies and discussed policy changes since 1913 including the Naval Academy student rise from 851 to 2086 by 1919.
Lamar Penney reports Atlanta is growing rapidly after a trip through Alabama and Georgia. He warns Birmingham must watch out as Atlanta edges ahead, noting the city’s rapid expansion and potential to lead the region.
Mrs Frank Rowden, a noted strawberry raiser, yesterday delivered a basket of large berries to The Daily force. Neatly crimson and riverlike in color, the fruit drew comment as a striking contrast to California grapes and fruit.
Bids will be opened Monday night May 31 at 7 30 p m for a project and material sat on the ground. Plans and specifications are on file at the City Clerk’s office Cullman Alabama. For information call or write W A Schlosser signed 2061 council plan.
Warrant issued to collect a judgment against G. W. Warrick exposes his property a 4 cylinder 4 passenger Overland car for public auction at the Morgan County Court House on May 31 1920 during legal sale hours Decatur Alabama May 17 1920 Sheriff J W May Morgan County Alabama
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