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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1913
Page
2
The notice lists mailing and carrier subscription rates, publication policies, and contact guidance for W. B. Shelton at the New Decatur Ala office. It notes year and half year prices, and states penalties for late delivery, with instruction to call 46 for timing issues and to submit ad copy by noon for publication.
Harvey H. Wright is officially announced as a candidate for Morgan County sheriff subject to the upcoming primary. The notice states Wright seeks election to the sheriff's office with the primary's outcome determining qualification.
The group claims credit for bringing Mr J C Norwood to lead the Telegram and welcomes him to the field of journalism. They urge support to develop the town’s natural advantages and invite brothers to help.
Phoebe Benner sues George A. Benner in Akron Ohio alleging he has not bathed in more than six months and seeks a divorce. The case reflects domestic friction within a wealthy Akron family announced on October 1.
Unsolicited testimonial claims Griata's Tablets helped a long time dyspeptic, giving hope to sufferers. W G Mattisa of Sherman Street Hornellsville New York reports relief after using the remedy. Ad states product sold by all dealers.
A Morgan County Alabama chancery sheriff sale announces levy on the real estate of Gus Reed. Property begins at the southeast corner of C N McDaniel’s lot near College and Morrow Streets and runs along College Street Fletcher’s Ferry Road and adjacent parcels. The notice cites a court judgment and directs lien enforcement by Sheriff R. N. McCulloch and Deputy.
Rev B A Baker president of the American Anti Saloon League predicts national prohibition. He says a convention in Columbus Ohio this November will appoint a thousand delegates to lobby Congress and seek an amendment to ban liquor interstate shipments.
An old advertisement warns against cough medicines containing codeine morphine heroin and sedatives, claiming they worsen respiratory infections. It promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a safe alternative without narcotics and asserts it clears germs to prevent pneumonia. The notice targets general buyers and claims wide retail availability.
Joseph Schwartz, a Rochester Alabama farmer aiding police earlier, now receives mail in a wheelbarrow with a beleaguered postmaster threatening strike. He has letters from every state, Canada, and beyond, mostly from spinster women or widows with children, and plans to answer after harvest.
Morgan County probate notices the administration of Alexander B. Lampkin's estate granted Sept 15, 1912 by Judge Wm. Skeggs. Creditors and debtors must present claims or debts immediately to avoid bar. Tennie S. Lampkin named administratrix.
A German scientist argues about a single water drop’s life, noting it may leave the ocean and return after up to 10,006 years, with an average residence of about 3,460 years. The drop cycles through evaporation, condensation, rain in regions like the Rocky Mountains and Great Lakes, and reenters the sea via rivers.
The ad touts Chamberlain's Tablets for a pleasant purgative effect and mental well being. It promotes a line of engraved visiting cards with price details and urges purchase from local dealers.
Paris dispatch recounts a Montreuil murder where Dietrich was shot by Louise Gangenburger and accomplices M. and Mme Vivier and cousin Choquet. Initial self defense claim collapsed after rival testimonies revealed a planned revenge plot involving a screwdriver and revolver.
A humorous dialogue between the Statistical Editor and the Sporting Editor debuts a calculation of the city wide cost of a dog fight. They estimate losses in time for spectators buyers and office staff, owners’ wages, and damages to clothing, to quantify the event’s financial impact.
A local shop advertises engraved visiting cards available at a listed price. The text emphasizes value and invites customers to inquire for details.
A New York Times note laments a worn hat and gloves as memories fade. The author contrasts faded charm with a “fresher” look and bids a tearful goodbye to the crumpled Leghorn, recalling better times.
A fragment remarks on bread costs with a claim of 100 loaves per person and a quip about the high cost of living, reflecting daily concerns in the city.
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