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Newspaper
Decatur Weekly News
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1902
Page
2
Mrs. Jefferson repudiates an interview allegedly given by her claiming she insulted southern women hoarding housekeepers and school teachers. She says the charges are absolutely untrue and that she remains closely tied by blood and friendship to both groups.
The Huntsville Republican endorses Dr JD Humphrey for Alabama State Superintendent of Education. They cite his education, practical business experience, and strong public schools work as president of the state county superintendents, urging Madison County to present his name despite earlier opposition.
Our Neighbors column notes visits and travels among residents of Ensley Decatur and nearby towns. Mentions Kinney Hank Sanders Wallace Geirs Tussman Niewman Scheibe Hays Supert Tapscott and others with social events including a dance at Pippen’s Hall in Fayette Ark and a Huntsville job appointment for Walter Rawls.
The Elks river excursion brought general happiness and success to attendees. Swan Lake Low reports excellent fishing with many visitors this week. A new street sprinkler at the dry docks caused a minor mishap while past reports praise Rev Dr Clare and Capt Sam Tyler. Local sports notes mention Huntsville game and late two-base hit by the Kids. Also listed are elixirs, a mockingbird for sale, and a Conoy House rental ad by Hunter Harrison.
A June letter from United Confederate Veterans of Decatur requests that local school textbooks for five years include Lee and Jackson and Confederate perspectives. They endorse Johnson's readers and Joe's histories as meeting requirements and urge Skeges to select them.
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