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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1915

Page

4

Underwriters Discuss New Alabama Insurance Reforms

North Carolina reforms cited as model include a state insurance department and licensed fire marshals in cities. Senator Green warned a spineful enforcement could cut fire losses for Alabama, while critics urged barring out of state brokers and stricter licensing. Local underwriters and Decatur delegates attended the Birmingham convention with active committees and officer involvement.

North Carolina Green Alabama Simon Klotz R. .F. Manly Klotz New York Birmingham T. M. Dix E. R. Guy W. N. Hall A. T. Hanson Clyde Hendrix Arthur Jones T. E. Pride W. H. Weakley Decatur E. H. Allison W. A. Bibb Julian Bibb T. A. Bowles A.C. Caton Os. W. Gover P. R. Hutton John Patterson Lamar Penney W. R. Smith Fm. D. Whitman R.H. Walcott L. B. Wyatt Roy Wyatt New Decatur State Association

Liner Champaign Runs Aground With 900 Soldiers Aboard

Paris reports the French liner Champaign carrying 900 soldiers has run aground on the coast and is in a dangerous position. No details on casualties or rescue efforts are provided in the brief dispatch.

Paris Champaign

Curry 15 City’s Head for Time in Mayor’s Absence

Curry 15 City’s head for time acts as mayor pro tem during the mayor’s absence. Ward leads the council as alderman with John Patte and City Attorney Tennis Tidwell in Atlanta on telephone franchise matters. If cases arise in the mayor’s court, Curry will preside.

New A. A. Hardage John Patte Tennis Tidwell Atlanta Curry France

PHONE 46 and SUBSCRIBE FOR THE DECA DAILY

The item advertises subscribing to the DECA Daily service via phone number 46. It presents a brief promotion without dates or additional names.

DECA

Conviction and Reform Themes Featured in State Industry Meeting

A speech outlines limited arson convictions in Alabama versus North Carolina, calls for stronger enforcement to reduce fire waste and insurance costs, and urges fair workmen compensation laws. It stresses fire prevention, ethical underwriting, and cooperation among insurance agents to educate the public and curb fraud while praising the president's reception.

Alabama North Carolina United States Fse Erie

Secretary-Treasurer Reports Sound Finances

M. M. Sweatt, secretary treasurer, presents the annual report to the Underwriters, noting strong finances with a balance forward of 106.50 and receipts of 398.00 for dues, totaling 504.50. Expenses include postage, printing, stenographic work, and secretary salary, leaving a year end balance of 179.05.

M. M. Sweat Geaneeevne EGA Cope i. Kebao Bude Cannes Rinkseek Tsa Pacatentes M. M. Sweatt Secty-Treas

Mobile Mah Thanks A Chicago Chemist

A Mobile man Jerome Nicholas credits Mayr's Wonderful Remedy with restoring health after long stomach troubles. He reports rapid improvement after three doses and passing gall stones. The ad promises permanent relief for stomach liver and intestinal issues and offers a money back guarantee. Old papers for sale.

Jerome Nicholas Mobile Mayr Nicholas Adv

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