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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1915
Page
4
Washington May 29 Admiral Moore reports a hole discovered in the forward compartment of the submarine F-4. The vessel will be raised in days and towed for repair.
International News Service reports that about 25 fishermen may have died in a hurricane that swept the coast late last night. Eight fishing boats were lost as far as known, and the storm is gradually subsiding.
New York May 29 The will of Alfred Vanderbilt the Lusitania victim was filed for probate. He leaves 3 000 000 to his second wife with trust income for their children from that marriage. The estate is valued about 30 000 000 with further trusts for heirs and allocations to his eldest son William H Vanderbilt.
The report states Bob Bridgeforth, described as a negro, was fined $50 and given a six month sentence in the Law and Equity court for a prohibition violation. John Reagan, tied to the Ida launch raid, pleaded guilty with a small fine and a suspended six month term. The court recessed late Friday until Monday.
The United States cruiser North Carolina ran aground in the outer harbor of Alexandria last Thursday and was floated yesterday. She is on her way home and was not damaged.
Fragmentary excerpt presents a religious exhortation on how Christians should speak kindly to aid the Master. It notes silence is sometimes wise, but more often cheerful helpful speech is urged to uplift and serve spiritual ends.
Central Methodist holds preaching at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. by the pastor and Sunday School at 9 30 a.m. J F Levin superintendent Epworth League meets at 7 16 p m with Miss Laura Pride president Central Baptist announces special services tomorrow at 11 a.m. all are invited at the Central Baptist Church.
Bills and Meyers College Boys and Girls bring three year record with no days lost on ABC time. Monday features The Diamond Palace a laughing show with nightly changes and the usual fine pictures.
President Wilson plans a stern note to Mexican factions demanding immediate ceasefire and relief for civilians amid famine risk. The message, written but not released, outlines a US plan to provide 1.2 to 1.5 thousand words of guidance and potential force if a stable government and refugee protection are not established.
Rev E Lysander Gray pastor and D C Vohlers superintendent lead Sabbath School at 9 30 with graded classes for all Public worship Sunday at 11 on The Greatest Preacher and at 8 on The Alpha and the Omega Special music at services Prayer meeting next Wednesday evening led by the pastor Public invited to worship with us at Westminster Presbyterian Church Decatur Alabama
Services at the Y M C A will be held tomorrow afternoon at 3 o'clock conducted by Rev. James A Duncan. Music will be furnished by a quartet from the Shops, Mr Murphy leading.
At the ten o'clock service tomorrow Miss Theresa Wallen will sing Ava Maria by Gounod. The service is one of the important annual ceremonies of the Catholic church with Father McDermott delivering the sermon.
Seaging invites everyone to the Southside Singing Class at South Side Baptist Church tomorrow afternoon at 2 30. George Evans serves as President.
William Barnes Jr a Republican political leader of New York state appeared in Syracuse as his libel suit against Colonel Roosevelt was called for trial. The old paper notice advertises old papers for sale by William Barnes Jr.
Hansford C. Judson reviews Henri Bernstein's The Thief as a tightly plotted film that emphasizes plot and emotion over atmosphere. The box office attraction company presents the five part picture at the Delite Theatre today, noting its strong clarity and direct storytelling.
London readers are urged to praise brave troops while warning about the toll of war on soldiers behind the lines. The piece promotes Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a tonic to improve digestion and cleanse the blood, touting its origins and benefits for stamina during the Belgian and French campaigns.
A brief notice encourages readers to rely on the De taturs Daily for city updates during travel. It promotes continued access to local information and essential notices while away.
The report describes a Chautauqua appearance by Miss Neilsen. She appeals for support of a bill citing women affected by drink and the welfare of horses left in cold nights. The speaker notes she signed the bill, admitting mixed reactions but asserting horses benefited.
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