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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1901
Page
5
A bold claim from a local supplier highlighting the best up to date drinks the finest ice cream the sole Pineapple Snow and the nicest soda water clerk They present themselves as leaders across all lines offering a full selection and expert service.
Anniston items note weather outlook, store renovations at Constantine building, and plans by McCarty stock moving at reduced prices for ten days. Anniston Produce Co promotes Kenne saw nickel cigars and Rye among Levi's Leaders. W. W. Wynn heads north for Chicago Black Business League meeting and Buffalo exposition. An excursion to Birmingham departs at 11 30. Weighing bureau to be established by state inspector John G Armstead.
A seven inch 107 pound shell exploded during practice at the Fort Riley target range near Junction City Kansas. Private Henry G Watson was instantly killed others were wounded or injured including Private Joe King Murray Sykes Charles Duncan Henry Logsden Dennis Mahoney Rees Duck and James Brady. Watsons headless body stood for moments before collapsing.
Advertises authentic Cascarets tablets stamped CCC and warns customers against substitutes or counterfeits. Claims genuine products not sold in bulk and available at all druggists.
A gentleman reports a found gold plated ware chain and requests the owner to prove property and pay expenses. call at the Star office for claim procedures.
The article notes Gladden Harrison of Oxford leading the Montgomery Advertiser contest for the most popular policeman, with a prize of a Buffalo exposition ticket and 25 expense money. It also mentions regional social figures, sports travel, and local business activity.
A local tailor promotes a large line of fall samples including suits coats vests and pants. The note invites customers to visit and says they might find something they like. Also advertised is careful handling of furniture and pianos with the contact RK. O. Watson and phone 72.
Local claim spares no expense with Kermott’s Chocolates laxative quinine said to ease cold symptoms. Advertised as quick relief, it promises faster recovery for Mead residents seeking relief from a chill.
An anonymous ad urges readers to switch to Kemuesaw cigars promising better smoke for a nickel. The terse pitch targets budget smokers seeking value.
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