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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1913
Page
2
Farmer Value in Field Over Jury Box Highlighted
A court ruling notes a farmer may serve the country better in the field than in the jury box and warns rulings can be set aside by changing circumstances. The passage also mentions a new charter being drafted for St. Louis Missouri and invites other cities to consider their options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Lawn mowers miss South American market joke at Callao
American exporters underestimate regional needs as lawn mowers reach Callao Peru. Locals joke about the mismatch noting there is as much use for lawn mowers in Callao as raincoats in the Sahara.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South America
Callao
Peru
Ta go Spots Highlight Men’s Wear Finds
The latest Ta'go Spots feature Bailey and Pointer items for men with a 23-21 pairing noted in the sale hints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bailey & Pointer
Dress styles evolve from painted coats to protective suits
A note on clothing evolution from decorative coats to modern garments built for warmth and protection. Edwards, a merchant tailor in Decatur, promotes Shackamax woolen and blue serge fittings with grooming and tailoring services for men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur
Edwards
Screens for health and fit wear by Payne Lumber Co
Paynes Lumber Co promotes made to order screens that fit wearers to prevent sickness. Emphasizes custom sizing and health benefits for users.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tf & C. Payne, Lumber CO
Dr. Watton Inspects the Decatur Cafe Bally
Dr. Watton arrives at the Decatur cafe Bally for an inspection amid city safety checks. Officials review health standards and service practices as customers look on.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Watton
Decatur Cafe
Bally
Worms and health tips headline for Owl Drug Co
A dental notice style ad urges prompt newspaper delivery by phone and promotes Whith's Cream Vermifuge to remove intestinal worms and revitalize organs. It also sells Herb ine to aid digestion, both offered by Owl Drug Co with prices 25 cents and 50 cents respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whith
Owl Drug Co
Nine innings of twists as NL teams push wins
Philadelphia and Brooklyn kept eight on winning with identical margins as two weeks, and three extra in extras in the National League. Manager Chane batted out of turn to win for his club, while St Louis failed to protest and New York earned the victory. Pitcher Falkerberg of Cleveland, released to minors, was recalled and notched his eighth straight win.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Brooklyn
Chane
St. Louis
New York
Falkerberg
Cleveland
Washington
What Prohibition Has Done For Kansas
A summarized address by Hon. John S. Dawson Attorney General of Kansas traces Kansas Prohibition effects since 1879. It outlines the state’s dry era progress and notes Dawson’s fourteen years in public service and a decade with the attorney general’s office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John S. Tawson
Kansas
Dawson
Law enforcement lessons from a Kansas City policy shift
A year after assertive prohibition enforcement, Kansas City leaders and business people urged the new attorney general to retain the crackdown. Bankers, dealers, teachers, grocers, and others testified that saloons’ closure boosted deposits, property values, employment, and school conditions, changing the town’s fortunes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coleman
Kansas City
Topeka
Jackson
Ben Schnerle
Myron A. Waterman
Reinstatement for George Stovall by Baseball League
St. Louis May 23 George Stovall suspended manager of the St Louis Americans is reinstated by President Johnson of the American League on condition he writes a letter of apology to umpire Charles Ferguson whom he spat upon during the game May 3. He must also pay a fine or restitution as ordered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
George Stovall
Sst.Louis Americans
Pres. Johnson
Stovall
Charles Ferguson
Ferguson
Stovall Reinstatement Conditions Lead to Banter Return
Stovall may return to play in the Banter against Deck if he meets reinstatement conditions. He must mail an apology to umpire Ferguson via Johnson's Chicago office for approval before forwarding. Johnson must approve the apology before Ferguson receives it. Chamberlains Liniment advertised as rheumatism remedy with local retailers listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beenimete Pulette
Stovall
Deck
Perguson
Johnson
Chicago
Ferguson
Stutt's Eas-It Headache Remedy Ad
EAS-IT Stutt''s Eep-it is the sure cure headache remedy you hear so much about. If it fails your money will be refunded herefully. Ask your druggist, Dillehay Bros., about their guarantee. No home should be without a bottle of Stutt's Eas-It. Sold in 10c, 25c and 50c bottles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stutt
Dillehay Bros
Wanted Old Feathers and Burlap Sacks
Old feathers beds and burlap sacks are requested by New Decatur Hide and Tallow Co. located at 241 Moulton Street Mer. Compton, telephone 229. Bring your items to the company for processing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Decatur
Hot Water Heating Offered for Homes and Businesses
Sanitary Plumbing and Heating Co offers hot water heating installations to fit any home from small cottages to large buildings. A properly installed system promises long life with little trouble and can save on fuel and repair costs over time. Jerrie Clark and Hal Mullen, proprietors, 214 Grant St, New Decatur. phone 12.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sanitary Plumbing & Heating Co
Jerrie Clark
Hal Mullen
Grant St
New
Decatur
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