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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1915
Page
2
An early 20th century notice from New Decatur Alabama outlines classified tributes and obituaries at 5c per line and urges readers to report delays to receive the paper promptly. The note references post office entry in 1912 and contact details.
The piece notes Germany’s rapid shifts in alliances during World War I and England and allies facing a durable struggle. It highlights Italy’s switch to the Allied camp, Belgium’s resistance, and France and Serbia’s opposition, while questioning the war’s ultimate outcome and urging caution for future action.
A chautauqua talk by Dr. Barker recounts longevity norms from earlier eras and the shift in life expectancy. He explains methods said to extend life and references the idea of reaching a century. The piece notes changes in attitudes toward aging and mentions Taft era context.
International news confirms a Tuesday raid by French aircraft on military depots. Fierce fighting persists south of La Basse and north of the Lorette heights as French forces resist German assaults and gain ground.
International News Service reports hostile reaction to the new cabinet announced last night. Baron Fisher resigns as first sea lord, praised as the father of the English navy, while the war service portion shifts to a new department led by former Chancellor David Lloyd George. John Redmond declines a post, leaving Irish Nationalists without representation.
Marion S. Bingham of Decatur refused the Madison county road supervisor position after a May 21 1915 letter to Judge of Probate W T Lawler. He cites county salary limits and split duties with the State highway department and notes uncertainty over appointment authority under the new road law.
Julia Walcott an American actress aged 70 was found dead in her Chicago room this morning. She had appeared on the stage for sixty four years since she was six years old making her one of the countrys best known actresses.
A lecturer argues fitness and a hopeful mindset sustain life beyond a century. He emphasizes cheerful conduct with others, quiet trust to avoid misery, and staying physically fit to radiate health. The talk frames longevity as worth while regardless of exact age.
An advertisement featuring G F Willis representing T Cooper promotes Tanlac as a cure for chronic dyspepsia. It describes symptoms from overeating to nervous distress and claims Tanlac can restore digestion, mood, and appetite, noting exclusive Decatur distribution by the Decatur Drug Co and New Decatur by Preuit ehay Drug.
Dr. J Persinger named superintendent of the Anti-Saloon League chapter in the West End area. Resignation of former supervisor Dr Brooks Law prompted the appointment. Bishop Colling Denny of the North Alabama conference must approve the resignation before the change takes effect.
Birmingham news dealer William De Laye reports months of acute stomach trouble relieved by Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. He claims lasting improvement after following directions and endorses the product’s promise of permanent results for stomach liver and intestinal ailments. He urges readers to try it with a money back guarantee.
In Chicago on May 26 the government failed to include 1500 letters as evidence against the Associated Bill posters and Distributors of the United States and Canada. The originals were lost, a defense objection sustained by Judge Carpenter.
Mrs Nola Mulligan daughter of Mr and Mrs R L Parsons died at her father’s home on Moulton Street last night after a prolonged illness She leaves a two year old daughter Daisy Bell Burial will be in Mt Zion near Pulaski with remains to be taken there tomorrow morning
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