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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1901
Page
3
Letters of administration on the estate of John Corning deceased have been granted by the Probate Court of Calhoun County Alabama on March 11 1901. All persons having claims against said estate are required to present them within the time allowed by law or be barred.
By virtue of a mortgage deed secured by J H Murfee and Olivia H Murfee to J J Wil as Trustee and later assigned to C M Savage, the property in Anniston Alabama will be sold at public outcry on May 9, 1901 at the corner of Noble and ton streets. The lot is Lot 10, Block 24, 70 feet on Ton Avenue and 190 feet to an alley, in front of the Anniston Land Company map. Co M SAGE as assignee. April 9 1901.
Progress on a new amphitheater style amusement theater at Oxford Lake moves quickly toward completion by late May. It seats 1200, spans 65 by 70 feet, and includes a rear gallery for colored patrons linking to the old merry go round building with a large stage. An orchestra led by Prof Perrine welcomes summer acts from Brooklyn and local talents mix with reg-time specialties.
Advertisement touts Botanic Blood Balm as a remedy for blood poison cancer ulcers sores and rheumatic conditions. It claims to drain poisons from blood and body building up health with 30 years testing and free medical advice. Mentions rail fare promotions for Chattanooga festival in May 1901 with return limits.
The Southern Railway begins an elegant Pullman Sleeper from Birmingham Alabama to Richmond Virginia effective October 1. Depart Birmingham 2:40 p.m. train No 46, return arrives Birmingham 11:35 a.m. train No 46. The service promises improved travel options. For tickets write Birmingham Alabama.
County reports several smallpox cases causing farm labor shortages and delay in work. Disease confined to African American residents with no deaths so far. A pest house is in use and patients moved there as fast as possible. Local revival services under Rev. J A Mitchell yield good results.
A published roster lists remaining uncalled for letters in the Anniston post office. Names include J Bennett, Charlie, W Brown, W C Curry, G Gillian, H Haon, Newnan, Prant, Will, J A Russell, Miss Liza Eadus, Mrs Mandy Bonner, Mrs Jennie Barnes, Miss Cathron Broon, and other addressees. Miscellaneous entries note Son Produce Co and P.M. details.
A historical ad quotes Champ Clark describing recovery from overwork and illness with Electric Bitters. It touts the medicine as the best all round remedy sold by druggists and claims improved vitality for overworked men and weak women. The product is priced at 50 cents and guaranteed by Elam Drug Co.
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