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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1913

Page

2

Newspaper Delivery Notice and Advertising Rates Policy

If you do not receive your paper regularly or on time call 46 New Decatur. We will ensure prompt delivery and appreciate notification. Advertising rates are available on request. Advertisers must submit copy to the office by noon on the publication day to ensure timely service.

New Decatur

Birmingham's Blue Stocking Gains Subtle Gold Band

A concise description notes a blue stocking with a delicate gold band, suggesting the best effect on a rainy day. The tone implies fashion focus and visual detail without broader context.

Birmingham

Decaturs Welcome Redpath Chautauqua for Uplifting Season

The community anticipates Redpath's Chautauqua in a few days with music humor logic and lessons in Christianity and enlightenment. The lyceum promises merit and instructive entertainment to build character fellowship charity and patriotism. This first event will be followed by others and valued by the community.

Redpath Lyceum

For Sale Motorcycle Fine Running Condition

Motorcycle in good running order offered for cash sale. For details call Weinberg's store at 412 Bank Street. Classified notice dated 9-tf.

Weinberg Bank Street

Dr Watson suspects the Decatur Cafe Daily

Dr Watson suspects the Decatur cafe daily coverage may hinge on a hidden motive or error in reporting. local editors weigh allegations as readers seek clarity on the cafe story unfolding in Decatur city coverage.

Dr. Watson Decatur Cafe

Briton Bros Herbine Sleep Aid Ad

An advertisement for Herbine a bedtime remedy sold by Owl Drug Co claims it opens the bowels purifies the system and restores health and energy when digestion causes a blue feeling. The Screen door Britain Bros 15 11.

Britain Bros Price Sc Owl Drug Co

Ballard Snow Liniment Promoted By Owl Drug Co

Advertisement for Ballard Snow Liniment sold by Owl Drug Co claims rapid relief for stiff neck by penetrating the flesh and relaxing muscles with price details listed as abc, b0 and a dollar per bottle.

Ballard Snow Owl Drug Co

Taft Defends Unitarian Faith at Anniversary Week

Former President William H Taft, honored by the Laymen's League in Charing Hall, spoke in Boston praising Unitarian beliefs He acknowledged public misperceptions about his faith and affirmed his Unitarian lineage through grandfather father and mother indicating the religion's enduring influence

Boston William H. Taft Laymen’s League Charing Hall

What Prohibition Has Done For Kansas

An abridgment of an address by Hon. John S Pawson Attorney General of Kansas to be serialized in Decatur daily. It traces the impact of prohibition laws enacted since 1879 and outlines changes in a dry state. Pawson has served fourteen years in public office and almost a decade with the Kansas Attorney General's office.

John S Pawson Kansas Dawson

Notable tribute at memorial for Governor Hale

A brief eulogy by Mr. Tait honored Gov. Schwara Averett Hale, father of the society, calling him a beacon of the era’s social consciousness and noting his strong character amid the loss felt by the group.

Tait Gov. Schwara Averett Hale Society

Young phenom dazzles with spirals and streaks ends

In early spring the young player showed dazzling curves and a perfect streak before bowing out as a veteran hurler takes the mound. The verse recalls a rise and sudden transition in a season of baseball glory and aging stars.

Chicago Club President to Depose Johnny Evers as Manager

Boston reports President Murphy of the Chicago club may arrive to depose Johnny Evers as manager amid rumors of a shakeup. The story notes strong speculation and unsettled leadership around the team in May.

Boston Mass Murphy Chicago Johnny Evers

How Kansas Prohibition Won Over Kansas City Politicians

An early 1900s Kansas narrative describes Attorney General Coleman's firm stance on enforcing prohibition despite pressure from Kansas City Kansas leaders. Local business interests argued saloon closures would devastate commerce and shift revenue to Missouri, but Coleman refused concessions, citing statewide aims and political risk.

Kansas City Topeka Missouri Wyandotte County Kansas Chicago Cook County Illinois Attorney General Coleman Ipessmen

Barons Rally To Take Five Of Six From Mobile Guns

The Barons appear to be reshaping their leadership rumors as Roger Brespahen, formerly of the St. Louis Nationals, is eyed for a possible charge while Evers avoids discussing the chatter. Meanwhile the Barons have swept eight days with five wins in six games against Mobile, signaling strong form.

Roger Brespahen St. Louis Nationals Widlic Evers

Cartoonist Al Damaree Regains Spotlight in NY Comics

Cartoonist Al Damaree, noted for his pieces in papers, boasts no razor edge has touched him and announces his status as a cartoonist. Ciulengo and a New York paper currently run his comics regularly.

al Damaree Ciulengo New York

Yankees Named Wreckers in Cleveland Ambush

The near reconstructed Yankees dubbed the Wreckers in Cleveland after injuring Ty Cobb and Lajoie’s brothers. Klepfer cracked two bones in Lajoie's arm, Birmingham broke a foot, while Keating blinded Ty Cobb in Detroit.

Wreckers Cleveland Lajoie Little Brothers Klepfer Joe Birmingham Keating Ty Cobb Detroit

Britain Bros Decatur Cafe Opens for Public Inspection

Ice cream freezers are showcased at Britain Bros. Decatur cafe inviting public inspection at any time. Pete Ballas 12-1f.

Britain Bros Decatur Cafe Pete Ballas

McGees Baby Elixir for Cholera and Colic

For cholera morbus infantum diarrhoea and wind colic McGees Baby Elixir is a remedy of extraordinary power. It removes colic pain instantly checks diarrhoea and settles the disordered stomach. Price 25c and 60c per bottle. Sold by Owl Drug Co.

McGee Owl Drug Co

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