Decatur News 1902 notice by Walter M. Grubbs
Federal era struggle continues as editor Walter M. Grubbs delivers a Friday June 20 1902 issue from Decatur. Grubbs comments on local affairs and public interest topics of the period.
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Newspaper
Decatur Weekly News
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1902
Page
2
Grubbs Joins Decatur News as Assistant Editor
The Decatur News announces Henry B. Grubbs will be its assistant editor. The staff expansion comes as the paper grows while the existing business management remains. The weekly Friday publication will be mailed promptly to subscribers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry B. Grubbs
Decatur News
Grubbs
Trust in Banks Doubted as Morgan County Crops Faithful
It is said a new trust to be formed is a banking one and we express distrust. The report notes Morgan county crops are in gratifying condition for farmers, signaling good yields and market prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morgan County
Rain Aids Crops and Huntsville College Triumph
A recent rain further improves crop conditions. The Huntsville Business College earns deserved praise with Prof. Chatin noted for his merit and leadership.
DeSoto Lecture Benched The Falkner Home Benefit
DeSoto attendees recall ex Gov Robert L Taylor as he spoke in Montgomery last Saturday night for the Jeff Falkner Soldier's Home benefit. The event raised about three thousand dollars and honored Taylor's effort on behalf of veterans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bd Taylor
Montgomery
Jeff Falkner
Robert L. Taylor
Cory as Candidate for State Superintendent of Education
Montgomery resident Chappell Cory is touted as a scholarly candidate for Alabama State Superintendent of Education. The writer praises his polish and qualifications and believes he would render honorable service and credit to the state government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chappell Cory
Montgomery
Cory
Alabama
Ife
Limestone County to Represented by Mr HL Thach in Legislature
Limestone county will be represented in the next session by Mr HL Thach of Athens who has just been nominated in a Democratic primary. He is described as a young man of fine mental endowment and culture, a gentle man of proper ambition and genuine worth who will make our sister county an acceptable legislator. Congratulations are extended to both the county and Mr Thach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Limestone County
HL. ©. Thatch
Athens
Thach
Terse Chronicle Riff Sparks Questions on Justice and Duty
In a cryptic Nacht letter the Falkville Chronicle laments Jelks Higdon and Governor amid talk of an investigation that reveals no real inquiry. The piece hints at military indifference and asserts justice will prevail, noting Sligdon and Kyle as examples while inviting the Chronicle to decode the closing line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jelks
Col. Higdon
Big Hig
New Auburn AP president Chas C Thatch selected
Auburn Alabama announces Prof Charles C Thatch, formerly of Athens, as the new president of its AP I. The selection is praised as wise and well fitting for the institution. The paper forecasts continued influence of the school in regional education under his leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auburn
Ala
Chas. C. Thatch
Athens
Thatch
Grand Old School
Colonel Quarles may not run for governor after grapevine hints
The Montgomery Advertiser notes gossip that Colonel W W Quarles of Selma might enter Alabama's governor race but questions timing and motives. It suggests Quarles suspects being used as a paw in political games linked to ex Governor Johnston and local rivalries, and leans toward Jelks' reelection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Quarles
Selma
Johnson
Jefferson
Jelks
Colonel Quarles
Johnston
Col. Quarles
Ion
George P. Jones
North
Alabama
G. W P. Harrison
East Alabama
E. L. Russell
South Alabama
Hen. Chas. J. Waller
West
Quarles
Ile
Dallas County
Senator Pettus
Pettus
Dallas
Montgomery
Gov. Jelks
Morgan County Commissioners fund iron bridge on Courtland road
The board recognizes Decatur area taxpayers bear about 90 percent of county taxes and has contracted for a substantial iron bridge two miles west of Decatur. They also aim to keep the Courtland road passable year round, earning public gratitude for road improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morgan County
Decaturs
Courtland Road
Decatur
Card of Thanks from Williams Family for Whitfield
Mr and Mrs B W Williams and family thank the public for kindness and aid during the sickness and death of their son and brother Whitfield. No better specimen of brotherly love was shown than on this sad occasion, a sweet consolation to the bereaved family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. W. Williams
Whitfield
Didnt Marry For Money And The Moonlight Excursion
A Boston man who recently wed a ill young heiress uses Dr Pierce remedies for health. Various ads promote pills tonics and cures. a Brookside minister case ends in acquittal. market notes mention gold mines and ore losses. a July moonlight river excursion is announced. real estate and shoe ads fill space.
Local notices and health ads from Falkville Chronicle
Marvin A Dinsmore returned Tuesday from visits in Decatur and other places. Miss Lizarte Neill went to Decatur Tuesday night to see her brother and his wife Dr and Mrs L A Neill. Mrs H M Thompson was called to the bedside of her daughter Mrs Spain of South Decatur Monday night. Both Mr and Mrs Spain are sick. Catarrh cannot be cured with local applications. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally for the blood and mucous surfaces. Send for testimonials. Seld by druggists. June Alabama Honquirer notes Mrs Willie Williamson visited her brother in Decatur Sunday. Chas Roger and family of New Decatur visited here this week. A S Lynne of Decatur spent a few days with home folks at Somerville. Stops the Cough and Works off the Cold with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. Rev M Briscoe of Danville was here Saturday returning from New Decatur where he aided in a protracted meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marvin A Dinsmore
Decatur
Lizarte Neill
L A Neill
H M Thompson
Spain
South Decatur
F. G.ciprxey & Co
Toledo
Iali
Alabama Honquirer
Willie Williamson
Chas. Roger and Family
New Decatur
M. Briscoe
Danville
Lynne
Morgan County
Notice of Guardian Sale of Real Estate in Decatur
In Morgan County Alabama Probate Court for Edith C Johnson a minor guardian Jas H Wiggins filed to sell Lots 3 and 4 in Block 6 of Decatur Land Improvement and Furnace Co Add No 3 to Decatur to fund maintenance and education. Hearing set July 14 1902 at which Edith C Johnson Elida A Livermore and other interested parties may appear to oppose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Alabama
Morgan County
Edith C Johnson
Jas H Wiggins
Decatur Land Improvement and Furnace Company
Decatur
Alabama
New Decatur
Elida
Wm. E. Skxaas
Move to Rename New Decatur Sparks Consolidation Talk
Local reports indicate a campaign in New Decatur to seek legislative action to rename the town. Opinions vary but the strongest path appears for the two towns to consolidate for practical benefit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Decatur
Col Quarles May Decline Run for Governor
Antis move to mobilize against Quarles as reports circulate he will refuse a gubernatorial bid. Allies weigh strategy while opponents plan coordinated campaigns to seize the opportunity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Quarles
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