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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1921
Page
1
The Chicago dispatch reports a tentative softening in the railroad strike stand as the federal labor board prepares for talks. Chairman Martin will act after arriving to seek a basis for compromise with rail chiefs and union leaders, with no wage-cut guarantees still required.
Alabama lawmakers voted to accept an invitation for a state delegation to visit Birmingham on October 26 for President Harding's appearance with the Semi Centennial Committee. The measure, urged by Representative Benners, emphasizes honoring the president in person during an unusual state celebration.
Horace Coker Bob Harris Willie Tingle and Hugh Neil all of Cullman county were held in Morgan county jail on charges of assault with intent to murder after transfer from Cullman county jail for safe keeping.
Dr. E. W. Welch state health officer accompanied by Dr. Wickliff Rose and Dr. John A. Ferrell of the Rockefeller Foundation left Montgomery for an on site malaria control inspection in Calhoun and Talladega counties. Rockefeller funds support much of the effort in Alabama.
The Nashville Tennessean reports Vanderbilt University plans to bring the team to the Twin Cities by car for a November 5 game against Alabama, with a pregame workout here if needed. Officials consider this a likely plan even if rail service is disrupted.
Washington Oct. 18 Col. Willi J. Simmons imperial wizard of the Ku Klux Klan will leave for his home in Atlanta but is ready to testify before the house rifles committee. The rules committee will not act on the resolution for a week yet, but the impression prevails the matter will be dropped.
In LLANTA on October 18 Edward Young Clarke imperial head of the Ku Klux Klan reiterated his demand that his resignation be accepted citing poor health. He released a long statement detailing his reasons for stepping down.
Washington date 18 Oct 18 President Harding's foreign policy stance is contrasted with former President Wilson in a senate clash over ratification of the German Austrian and Hungarian treaties Republican leaders say Wilson opposition may rally many Democratic senators against ratification but expect more than enough Democratic votes to reach the required two thirds.
McDuff seeks a guaranteed eight games and local effort to host a St. Louis Cardinals exhibition. Babe Ruth protests scheduling against Chicago leagues. organizers warn of difficulties in raising funds and assembling a team. McDuff says interest and volunteer work are essential for a potential local game this month.
President Harding will sail aboard the Mayflower to Yorktown Virginia to address the 140th anniversary of the Cornwallis survey by the British troops and the Continental army. He will then take a special train to Williamsburg to receive an L L D from the College of William and Mary and deliver another address and participate in the installation of Dr Jac Chandler as president.
An assessment of fifty cents on each American Legion member in Franklin county will fund postage advertising and related costs for the Franklin county soldier bonus campaign. Post commanders urged widest possible turnout for registration dates and speaker services.
The $25,000,000 road bond issue amendment was approved by the Alabama House 71 to 28 with cheers. Senate action temporarily sets the road bond measure as a special order for Tuesday and moves to consider an unincorporated suits bill first.
The notice asks those with large advertisements to have copy ready on Wednesday and Thursday, while smaller ads can be handled on Friday. Co operation requested and appreciated.
Cleveland Oct 18 Heads of the big four railway brotherhoods were summoned to meet the railway labor board in Chicago at 2 o clock Thursday. Warren Stone said the invitation would be accepted and a hurried conference followed to discuss a possible formula. He added they had not sought a strike but would accept a peaceful solution if a workable plan emerged.
Governor Cooper said South Carolina would not be paralyzed by a national railroad strike if lawful means exist to operate trains. He pledged state resources to keep trains moving and indicated a special legislative session could be summoned if needed.
In Exchange West Virginia a new venture blends garages and a candy shop. Patrons removing cars can buy candy, peanuts, chewing gum, tires, ice cream, spark plugs and soda water in the front room, illustrating a queer business mix noted in Clarksburg.
Morgan County American Legion post calls a meeting at 7 30 p m at the hall to lay plans for Armistice Day observance Attendance of post members and others interested in joining the organization is encouraged by post officials.
Birmingham results show new city officials chosen with Mary in the contested race and D. B. McLendon leading the slate. W. B. Irle, over 13,000 votes, tops the field. W. L. Harrison narrowly follows with labor support. New commissioners Dy B. H. McLendon, W. A. Cloe, W. Harrison, Mrs Echolé, and W. Ey Dickson to seat in November.
The cotton market opened with 6 to 19 point declines but found early buying support as traders expected strength from Liverpool and New Orleans. Short cover and buying by bulls helped push the price up about 10 points from the initial level, with prices firming in the first 16 minutes of trading.
Certificates for Special Rate Ready Certificates enabling holders to obtain a one cent rate to the Confederate Veterans reunion in Chattanooga are prepared for district use.
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