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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1909
Page
2
A fragmented clipping cites Taft's whisky definition as a headline while noting Alabamians care more about location than the wording. The piece references political reform and local sentiments amid disaster and Christmas shopping pressure.
The Commercial Club is urged to press railroad authorities about a new station, as persistent effort is deemed essential to secure the project.
A tense mood blankets the season as Christmas nears amid a growing financial squeeze. The text notes England faces a crisis, U S pressure on Zelaya looms, and a government report is expected soon.
The text suggests Japan and Germany will slow to avoid direct conflict as Uncle Sam acts in Nicaragua. It adds that if force is needed, Britain and Johnny Bull would back U S against Emperor Bill, whom he does not favor.
Heavy rains and mud slow river transit as steamboats in Alabama face delays. The Prairie met an accident by getting stuck while bound for Nicaragua, underscoring dangerous conditions on inland waterways.
It is estimated that Alabama's marble production will be worth 20 million dollars annually in twenty years. By then there should be enough material to erect a shaft to each of the late lamented anti-prohibitionists, now scarce in the state.
Emmett O Neal joins the Alabama governor race after Saturday guidance from Jesse Stallings and P G Bowman. The scene warns he may face a fate like the old dog Tray if he falters.
Counsel for Samuel Gompers John Mitchell and Frank Morrison filed with the Supreme Court a petition for a writ of certiorari seeking review of their contempt conviction and sentence by Associate Justice Wright of the District of Columbia Court of Appeals. The dispute centers on constitutional rights and labor actions impacting two major unions and their leaders.
The Memphis Commercial reports on petitions by the Hucks Stove and Range Company case respondents seeking review by the U S Supreme Court. It highlights Gompers threats of jail for contempt, DC Court of Appeals affirmations, and Wright’s view that an injunction may be wrongful yet must be obeyed.
The author argues that the recent Alabama election reflects a continuing pattern of separating church power from state affairs. He notes decades of elected representatives acting against church deliverances and suggests no new lesson emerges from the vote.
An advertisement touts Rexall Orderlies as a safe fast acting constipation treatment. It claims no harsh drugs, no griping, and no nausea, with a money back guarantee if not satisfying. Sold at Scarborough Drug Co in Anniston Alabama in 12 or 86 tablet sizes.
In a long letter from Anniston Alabama G Anderson defends church opposition to saloon politics arguing ministers cannot be swayed by majority votes. He warns reform power lies in Jesus Christ not society or government and cites Christ and Paul facing political charges.
Guaranteed to cure itching bleeding protruding or blind piles in 6 to 14 days or money back. Advertisement promises full refund if not cured. Contains price 50e.
Two young women aboard a crowded street car mistook a stranger for a friend and held his hand to steady themselves. After realizing the error the woman cried out and the man, with a smile, offered his other hand saying here is the other one madam.
A compact list of historical notes includes La Verendrye's death in 1749 in Montreal, Madison's Virginia map in 1804, Sothern's birth in 1850, Banks' 1862 expedition, U S protest against French Mexico occupation in 1865, Armitage's Milwaukee bishopric in 1866, Jefferson Davis' death in 188, and Prendergast murder trial in 1803 alongside a 105 senate measure on church and state separation.
Brig. Gen. Richard Henry Pratt born December 6, 1840 in Rushford New York. He served in the Civil War and rose to retirement after guiding the Carlisle Indian Industrial School from 1879 to 1914. Pratt advocated industrial education for Indians and led the school’s early years.
Omsk in Siberia now hosts an American consulate with Adolph F Reinecke in charge. This marks the first American consular presence between Moscow and Vladivostok, a span over 6,000 miles with rapid agricultural development in the region. Last noted, 5,000 Russian immigrants passed through Omsh tach in 24 hours.
John T Rowland announces his candidacy for sheriff of Calhoun County subject to Democratic party action. He seeks the support and votes of all county citizens and pledges to discharge the duties of the office to the best of his ability if elected.
T Brooks announces candidacy for sheriff of Calhoun County in the next Democratic primary. He pledges to perform duties to the best of his ability and solicits support from voters in Calhoun County.
A candidate announces intention to seek the sheriff seat in the upcoming election. The announcement states affiliation with a political party and declares plans to run for office. The statement signals a formal entry into the campaign and mobilization for support.
J. D. Henry announces as a candidate for the office of Sheriff of Calhoun County, contingent on Democratic party action. He pledges to use his best efforts to faithfully and competently discharge the duties of the office and serve the county's best interests.
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