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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1916
Page
1
The Decaturs annual convention opened this morning with President Hamett presiding. Delegates gathered as the Hardware Men began official proceedings and took possession of the event.
A city welcome event featured remarks by Mayor Nelson and City Attorney Tennis Tid as more visitors were urged to explore the town. Attendees heard about local highlights and the hospitality program.
The program lists an executive session for active members at 4 a.m. with addresses by J. R. Gamble and E. A. J., reports by W. L. Harlan and J. D. Martin, a question box by I. Rollins, and a 1:30 p.m. session on mutual insurance by Geo. M. Gray. The exhibit hall opens to dealers at 4 p.m. and to the public at 8 p.m.
The Alabama Retail Hardware Association holds its tenth annual convention in the Seamons building Decatur showcasing 24 exhibitors. Notable displays include Decatur Service and Roofing, Ester Stamping, and Royal Rochester booth with electric kitchenware. Mayor Nelson welcomed delegates and urged Alabama’s dry state, while Col Tidwell and A. H. Newman spoke on local advantages and hospitality. The exhibits open to the public Wednesday at 8 p.m. with a full exhibitor list including International Harvester Birmingham, Majestic Range, Simmons Hardware St Louis, DeKalb Cornice, and many more.
Mexican bandits were spotted approaching Lobo eight miles from the border. Texas rangers informed Marathon and requested aid as eight Americans patrol the area. Additional troops may come from Valentine to deter an attack like Glen Springs. The Sibley Langhorne expedition rested at Boquillas and planned to move to Marathon today. Two troops of the Sixth Cavalry under Capt. J. W. McAndrews were dispatched to relieve the force and patrol Boquillas Pass.
Gen Funston announced no court martial for 115 Texas militiamen who refused to join the federal force. He said he sought guidance from Secretary Baker and that the state organization had been absorbed. He cites the 390 mile Big Bend border line and seeks more coast guard deployment.
Window displays at Crow & Crow on Second Avenue feature a full keg sign claiming it is always on top, but the keg holds nails. Charles Arnold of the store decorated the display alongside a fine array of hardware tools. A second window shows a full dining room suite.
Selma Alabama May 23 United States Attorney General notified United States District Judge Henry D Clayton that he was designated as United States judge for the Panama Canal Zone and ordered him to proceed there June 1 to hold court. He will finish the Selma court work this week.
Millard F Cox of Louisville will address a gathering at the local Y M C A next Friday at 7 pm. He is assistant superintendent of machinery for L and N and chairs the Louisville Y M C A management committee. General Secretary Parker of the Louisville Y M C A will attend. Supt. T E Brooks of Birmingham could not attend due to other business.
In London Premier Asquith moved a vote of credit totaling 1.5 billion dollars to sustain the war effort. This brings the overall credits to about 11.91 billion dollars with current year additions near 3 billion. He cited daily government spending from April 1 to May 20 at 24 million dollars and army navy munitions spending around 15 million daily.
President Wilson will support Vice President Thomas R. Marshall as the Democratic ticket remains cohesive. The article notes Indiana elects two senators that year and Wilson believes Marshall’s presence on the national ticket is essential for party success there.
The Y M C A will resume hostilities tomorrow with Cullman as the last opponent in a duo of battles. Birmingham College previously took two of three from Cullman, while the Teuton team known for strong defense looms. Roberts is expected to lead the opening clash with Barnes in the second, as Captain Baker again tops the club with eight marks and F Barnes at .393.
Vienna reports Austro-Hungarian forces push into the Tyrol Alps as Italians retreat seven to ten miles. The Lazarone plateau east of Rovereto falls to Austrian critics as a major offensive milestone. Twelve-inch howitzers shell Italian positions around Arsieroe k near Costa Bella.
Washington reports an official dispatch saying Gen. Trevino commands about 30 000 Carranza troops in the Big Bend area, an increase of 20 000 men moving toward the district. Officials express unease at the sudden shift and lack of prior warning.
Ten persons were seriously injured and others suffered battered heads and faces in a riot in Scranton Pennsylvania today. Police contained the disturbance after the melee broke out in the city. Authorities investigated the cause and identified several participants as involved in the street clash.
Reported meeting gathers top military and political leaders in Berlin to discuss strategy and wartime measures. Attendees include key figures from the government and armed forces arranged to address escalating hostilities and alliance coordination.
Advices report a great war council in Berlin attended by all German field marshals to discuss the Verdun setback and the weakening of forces for crown prince Frederick’s Meuse drive. The meeting follows dissatisfaction among top commanders over failed operations and strategic choices.
Paris reports a nightlong furious clash on the Verdun front as German forces push against French trenches along a 25 mile line. Both sides exchange heavy shelling near the Meuse with Hill 304 and Fort Douaumont scenes of fighting. French counterattacks reclaim ground while German gains are slowed and rugged losses tallied.
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