Decatur High graduates ten students in 9th scholastic year
The Decatur Public Schools closed with ten graduates under Prof J M Collier. Rev Jesse Cook addressed the event in the school auditorium to a full house. The program featured music and solos, with remarks on ideals, peace, and personal responsibility. The diplomas were presented to the ten graduates: Mabel Nesbit Marie Atantz Marguerite Nelson Carrie Aycock Annie Gus Murphy Ruth Murphy Rhea Lide Frank Pierce Leroy McEntire.
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Decatur Public Schools
J. M.collier
Jesse Cook
First Baptist Church
Decatur
Mabel Nesbit
Marie Atantz
Marguerite Nelson
Carrie Mycock
Annie Gus Murphy
Ruth Murphy
Rhea Lide
Er Gary
Messrs
Frank Pierce
Leroy McEntire
Collier
Longfellow
Margaret
de Goeur
Marie Aruntz
Esther Gary
Frank Pierce, Jr
Moon
Carrie Aye
Dot
Carrie Aycock
Cook
Becker Won’t Pay Penalty for Year At Least
International News Service reports in New York that Charles Becker, convicted for the Rosenthal murder, may avoid a year in prison if at all while his execution counsel fights the case. The prisoner shows signs of fainting and altered behavior as the legal process continues.
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International News Service
New York
Chas. Becker
Rosenthal
Hope the Decaturs Swallow One Another
A prominent state banker, guest at the gent bankers convention, writes in a letter praising the Decaturs and urging them to consolidate. He notes the value of the experience and suggests a cooperative path forward in In-Cities. The letter mentions energizing efforts and a direct approach to progress.
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Regent Bankers
White Sworn In as Senator on Wedding Anniversary
Washington May 23 Senator White took the oath of office yesterday after his credentials arrived in time for his wedding anniversary. Senator Hitchcock acted as president of the Senate in the absence of the vice president. White sat on the Democratic back row as Bankhead announced river and harbor funding. He cited $850,000 for locks and dams at Warrior River and completion of locks 2 and 3 on the Alabama River enabling Cordova to the gulf navigation. The inland canal from Pensacola to Mobile was authorized by the bill, with many items as Senate amendments to the House bill.
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Washington
Senator White
New Decatur Council to Convene Monday on Fire Truck Purchase
The New Decatur City Council meets at City Hall Monday night to order a signed contract for a new fire truck. An oversight at the last meeting left the purchase lacking a buyer’s provision, which will be corrected during the session.
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New Decatur
Governor poised to pardon Tomise Bowling in old murder case
It is likely a pardon effort will be made for Tomise Bowling, the woman convicted of murdering Holloway on the river front years ago. The case was appealed to the Court of Appeals, which upheld the Tower court's decision.
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Emmet O'Neal
Lise Bowling
Holloway
Sere
Court of Appeals
Southern Bell to Meet YMCA Baseball Team This Afternoon
The Southern Bell Telephone Co. will face the YMCA baseball squad this afternoon in league play, continuing the season with a scheduled matchup on the league ad.
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Southern Bell Telephone Co
Wade Wins Primary Victory in Montgomery Runoff
The official count from Montgomery on May 23 shows Wade defeating Persons by a clear majority in the recent primary.
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International News Service
Montgomery
Wade
LaFollette Urges Wilson to Fire McReynolds Over Falk
Senator LaFollette lauds former Governor Falk for exposing New Haven Railroad corruption and urges President Wilson to dismiss Attorney General McReynolds and appoint Folk. He argues the hearings reveal more value than the Mellen indictment and could shape anti brokerage reform.
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Lafollette
Wilson
McReynolds
Falk
Hospital near Gibbs Grove opens after twenty years
Benevolent Society workers celebrate a new hospital building in Gibbs Grove after two decades of effort. A grand lawn fete is planned on Friday May 29 on the hospital grounds to support the dedication and future relief work for suffering people. All denominations urged to attend to aid humanity.
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Gibbs Grove
Graduation Exercises at New Desatur High School
The annual graduating exercises are set for Thursday May 28 at 8 p m in the Masonic Theater with Hon R T Simpson of Florence delivering the address. He is a well known platform speaker whose statewide reputation suggests a profitable talk for attendees.
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New Desatur High School
Masonic Theater
R. T. Simpson
Florence
Fire damages house of H. V. Cashin and neighbor attorney
A fire damaged a residence owned by H. V. Cashin and a neighboring attorney. Fire officials investigated the blaze and determined its cause was under review as neighbors watched the smoke and flames.
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H. V. Cashin
Negrd
Trinity High School Graduation Exercises Hear Varied Program
Decatur attendees witnessed Trinity High School graduation last night with a lengthy program. Highlights included Welcome Address by Dr. J W Lockhart Invocation by A H Nabors D D Poppy Drill and performances by Primary and Intermediate groups with singers and pianists.
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Trinity School
Decaturs
Trinity* High School
J. W. Lockhart
A. H. Nabors
D. D
Elizabeth Gunn
la Chase
Joe’s Dream
Earl Emens
la Scintilla
Gott Schalk
Stella Sewell
Grandma
Irene Neville
Aurora
Cynthia Davis
Apollo
Harle Emens
T. H. Gunn
Theo Davis
Ora Oldfield
Successful Administration Closes in January
The term of Sheriff R. N. McV h will expire and his successor, J.s. A. Forman, will assume the cluthing of the office about the middle of January. Sheriff McCulloch's administration has been one of the most successful in Morgan County with improved moral conditions and reduced liquor traffic due to joint efforts of Judge Wert and the sheriff's office.
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R. N. McV
J.s. A. Forman
McCulloch
Morgan County
Judge Wert
Sheriff’s Office
Decaturs Bank Unveils Handsome Interior And Prestige
Morgan County National Bank in Decatur reveals a refined interior featuring marble brass and panel oak after a renovation led by President Geo A Hoff. Contractors Wade Manufacturing Payne Lumber Baileys and McBride Bailey crafted the lobby desk and woodwork, doubling lobby capacity and adding a lady patron area with brass rails and enhanced lighting and ventilation.
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Alabama
Morgan County National Bank
Geo. A. Hoff
H. M. Wade Manufacturing Co
Charlotte
N. C
BE. C. Payne Lumber Co
Decaturs
C. D. Kelley
Wade Manufacturing Company
E. C. Payne Lumber Co
Morgon County National Bank
McBride‘Bailey Manufacturing Co
F. A. Bloodworth
Hoff
Mediation Talks Open as Villa Huerta Tensions Rise
At Niagara Falls mediation begins at 12 30 with Mexican reps signaling a new revolt against the Constitutionalists while Villa is described as a tool of the Americans. Huerta’s envoys reportedly favor a Government by Commissioners as talks continue amid rising rebel activity and U S tensions.
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International News Service
Niagara Falls
Villa
Huerta
Former Speaker Cannon Runs for Congress in Danville
Danville Illinois May 23 Former Speaker Cannon announced his bid for Congress criticizing the Wilson administration. He attacked Democratic tolls repeal and trust methods saying he would not abuse anyone but would hold Wilson Bryan and Roosevelt to account.
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International News Service
Danville
Ill
Wilson
Cannon
Congress
Bryan
Rosevelt
Five Indicted in Frank Bribery Case in Atlanta
In Atlanta on May 23 five indictments were returned by the Fulton County Grand Jury in the Charles bribery coercion and perjury case tied to efforts for a new trial for Leo M Frank defendant in the murder of 14 year old Mary Phagan. Indicted for perjury are the Rev C B Ragsdale dismissed from a local church and others including R L Barber Arthur Thurman a lawyer Daniel S Lehon a detective agency representative and Carlton Tedder for subornation of perjury.
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Atlanta
Charles
Leo M. Frank
Mary Phagan
Fulton County
C. B. Ragsdale
R. L. Barber
Arthur Thurman
Daniel S.lehon
Carlton Tedder
Light ship No 19 wrecked in Lisbon harbor
Halifax dispatch reports light ship No 19, newly built and the finest of its kind, was wrecked in Lisbon harbor while en route from Belfast. Twenty people were aboard and their fate is unknown.
Marriage Licenser Arthur A. Ballew and Miss Anate
Arthur A. Ballew certifies marriage to Miss Anate in a formal license notice. The item notes names and the official action of issuing a license for union, reflecting a local civil record entry.
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Arthur A. Ballew
Anate
Rea-Nye and Tango Girls Check Huntsville Engagement
The weeklong show at The Masonic pits Miss Rea Nye and the Tango Girls against a mystifying act leaving audiences stunned by feats of foresight and illusion. Miss Hastings earns praise for singing and dancing improving Decatur crowds.
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Huntsville
Rea-Nye
The
Masonic
Miss Nye
Rea Nye
Huntsv
Margaret Hastings
Lamar Eyster Wins Medal at Greene University School
Closing exercises at Greene University School recognized six graduates. Dr. J A Duncan of Decatur gave the address on vision versus practicality. Diplomas were presented to William Hagan Richardson Humphrey Campbell Charles Gillman Roy Rogers and Charles Price. Lamar Eyster won the scholarship medal for diligence and study.
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Greene University School
W. K. Greene
J. A. Duncan
Decatur
Charles Richardson
John Spence
Thielete
Humphrey Campbell
Lamar Eyster
William Hagan
Senator Bradley in Critical Condition After Illness
Washington reports from International News Services that Senator Wisely Bradley of Kentucky remains in grave condition with only a slim chance of recovery as physicians disclosed on May 23.
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International News Services
Washington
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