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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1914
Page
2
Entered as Second Class Matter Decatur Alabama under Act of 1876. Editor W R B Shelton. Rates by carrier: weekly 10 cents, monthly 45, three months 1.26, six months 2.60, yearly 4.60. Telephones and advertising deadlines listed. copy must be in office by noon for same day publication.
Citizens debate consolidation and the commission form of government with backing from residents who stress broader public interest. Advocates push for streamlined leadership and clearer budgets as key benefits. Opponents warn of reduced local voices and potential loss of neighborhood control.
Editorial argues that consolidation brings broad advantages and is arriving with clear benefits for the public. It frames the move as practical progress and urges acceptance.
The Moulton Advertiser urges Hon. J. C. Buster of New Decatur to gather material for a biography of Hon. C. Harris. Harris has taken his seat as congressman and welcomes business matters from constituents in Washington. The piece praises Harris’s war record life history and civic stature as worthy of publication.
The article extols the value of a live energetic newspaper to a town, describing it as an essential force aiding city and citizen interests and calling the paper the true friend of the community. It emphasizes countless ways the paper promotes local welfare and engagement.
The piece argues newspapers are a vital home industry that supports local business and employment. It notes the money earned by a paper circulates locally, with ink and paper as minor imports, while factories attract capital and jobs. The exchange highlights newspapers’ role in building towns on strict business principles.
Birmingham May 29 The Alabama Good Roads Association urges statewide observance of Good Roads Days on August 14 and 15. They note Governor O Nea l proclaimed similar days last year and ask for renewed support. Officials nationwide are called to mobilize county efforts to boost participation and success.
A dated advice ad praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for colds. It claims quick relief, permanent cure guidance, pleasant taste, and safety with no harmful ingredients. It notes worldwide sales and reliable distribution through all dealers.
The Knights of Honor will meet at their hall on Sunday afternoon and march to City Cemetery to decorate the graves of their deceased members.
Phone 323 lists Buchheit's Bottling Works charged for a case of Pep-To-Lac. Record notes office contact and transaction detail with date 26-5t.
Judge Simpson delivers an impassioned address on yesterday today and tomorrow urging universal education and a square deal for all. The High School chorus sings Amici as graduates Mabel Cook Robert Jervis and Bennette Winton receive diplomas from B L Malone amid notice of the Hospital lawn fete ongoing at the hospital grounds.
The Davis Cup doubles choice sparks debate as American authorities consider Maurice McLaughlin and R Norris Williams to defend America’s honor while others doubt youth. English and Australian selections also stir questions over Parke Barrett Smith Risely Dixon and other possible pairings in pursuit of the final.
Local gatherings feature M. E. Church Booth selling Japanese Tea Room items and Buchheit's Bottling Works case of Pop-To-Lac. First Baptist Church booth offers booth snacks including pea nuts and popcorn on May 29.
In Montgomery on May 29 the Third Congressional District Democratic executive committee nominated J. J. Speight of Baufaula to succeed Henry D. Clayton for the unexpired term. A June 29 primary was set for the long term congressional nomination. Speight, formerly Clayton’s secretary and a clerk on the judiciary committee, was named unanimously and will continue the district’s and judiciary work in Congress.
An ad extols liver health as a key to business success noting ailments like sour stomach malaria and indigestion. It praises Carswell's Liver-Aid as a modern vegetable remedy available in a large 50 cent bottle at Owl Drug Co. Decatur and New Decatur.
Various items offered for sale include quartered oak furniture, mahogany suites, stoves, beds, and dressers from Cook Bros. Furniture Co. Also ad for 11 acres on the pike outside the city line suitable for truck or chicken farming. Additional note seeking hustling man under 50 to introduce memberships with monthly earnings.
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