Get Ready for the Canal, Barrett Tells Southern Congress
John Barrett, director of the International Bureau of American Republics, urged the Southern Commercial Congress to prepare the nation for the Panama Canal. He warned that without readiness the United States could miss benefits as other countries gain from the canal, urging a nationwide slogan and concerted action across coastlines and manufacturing centers.
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John Barrett
International Bureau of American Republics
Southern Commercial Congress
Anniston
Barrett
Panama Canal
United States
Congress
Union
High Seas
Gulf
Atlantic
Pacific
South
Great West
Central America
Latin America
South America
Brazil
Argentina
Panama
Patagonia
Pan American League Advocated To Boost Trade and Trust
A speaker urges chambers of commerce from Roanoke to the Rio Grande to organize committees promoting Latin American history, development, and trade. He envisions a Pan American League with city branches to foster exchange with sister republics and strengthen relations along the canal era.
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Mately
Latin America
South
Chamber of Commerce
Board of Trade
Roanoke
Rio Grande
Mexico
Argentina
Chile
Let the Laws Be Enforced on Prohibition in Alabama
Editorial argues for strict impartial enforcement of prohibitions in Alabama while acknowledging public sentiment may favor or oppose statewide prohibition. Calls for gradual adaptation, warns against law contempt, and urges citizens to observe current statutes as the jury of voters weighs future changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alabama
Observance of Prohibition Laws Lauded by State Advertiser
The Montgomery Advertiser urges unity in enforcing prohibition laws until the public agrees these laws are good or must be repealed. The piece argues the necessity of law to ensure government, order, and the state’s good name.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alabama
Montgomery Advertiser
State finances show no deficit and strong tax revenues
The Montgomery Journal notes no deficit in the state treasury with October and November tax receipts far exceeding expectations and December anticipated to be large. January and February receipts should be heavier this year, and if needed funds can be borrowed from home banks to meet obligations without stopping government operations.
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Montgomery Journal
Relma Gains Momentum in Dallas Governor Race
A candidate backed by Relma appears to gain traction in Dallas as supporters advocate for action. Organizers urge unified effort and local participation to advance the campaign and duties in Anniston.
Birmingham Ledger backs Mallory for Governor of Alabama
The Birmingham Ledger announces its support for Hon. H. S. Mallory as governor candidate. Several editors line up behind Mallory, though a unanimous endorsement seems unlikely as opponents may still contend for the governorship.
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Birmingham Ledger
Hon. H
D. Mallory
Mallory
Alabama
Suppression of The Manhattan Club in Chattanooga
The Manhattan, a Chattanooga club aiding citizens to read and dispose of liquor, has been suppressed. The note condemns Tennessee residents as benighted and lacking love for personal liberty, reflecting a regional dispute over Prohibition era policies.
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Manhattan
Chattanooga
Anniston Citizens Urged to Unite for Upbuilding
A columnist praises workers who love their jobs and call for residents of Anniston to join together to pursue the city's growth. The piece highlights cheerfulness energy earnestness and honesty as marks of worthy citizens and urges collective action for local development.
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Anniston
Cost of political office exceeds salary and value
The article notes that running for office has become costly, with the average office costing the winner more than salary or perquisites, and it adds that some office holders cost the people more than they are worth at current price scales.
Senator Aldrich and the Death of Andrew Jackson
Senator Aldrich remarks with satisfaction that Andrew Jackson is dead noting that the nation has seen the end of a controversial figure. The statement signals partisan reaction to Jacksonian era legacies and current political sentiment.
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Senator Aldrich
Andrew Jackson
Aldrich
Hick
Not living hero could subdue insolent Senate boss
A fragment suggests a hypothetical about a New Orleans hero replacing Bill Taft as President and finding a way to subdue the insolent boss of the United States Senate. The passage remains fragmentary and evasive.
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Ory
New Orleans
Bill Taft
United States Senate
Men with the right leadership can build Anniston faster
The message argues that people matter more than money or geography in city building. Anniston has resources, funds, and capable citizens to direct affairs, and should unite to accelerate growth, upgrading the city beyond its current pace.
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Anniston
Taft Uses Prosperity Note In Address On Living Costs
President Taft says the country is in a state of prosperity and expects a high tide of prosperity next year. He urges reducing the cost of living and raising wages to better balance conditions for the general public.
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Taft
William
Ex Mayor Ward Named as Possible Alabama Governor Candidate
Ex mayor George B Ward of Birmingham is mentioned as a probable governor candidate. If Judge Weakly and Treasurer Seed are not in the race Ward would need to defeat Mallory O Neil Spragins Moody Bowie and other gentlemen to become chief executive of the state.
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George B. Ward
Birmingham
Judge Weakly
Seed
Ward
Mallory
O'Neil
Spragins
Moody
Bowie
Call for Calhoun County Good Roads Movement
The piece laments severe winter road conditions in Calhoun County and urges immediate action to improve highways. It argues that roads are decent only in fair weather and calls for forming a definite good roads movement now rather than delaying for future generations.
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Calhoun County
Southern Educators to Meet in Charlotte
Charlotte North Carolina December 9 The local committee has completed preparations for the Southern Educational Association convention during the Christmas holidays. The event is expected to attract the largest gathering in the association's history with many national figures among the speakers including Eliot Dabney Kirkland Mezes Venable Kincannon Jordan and Judson.
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Vanderbilt University
Mezes
University of Texas
Venable
University of North Carolina
Kincannon
University of Mississippi
Jordan
Leland Stanford University
Judson
University of Chicago
Wisconsin and Michigan railroad offered at public sale
The Wisconsin and Michigan railroad was offered at public sale today to satisfy a tax claim of 44579 dollars due the State of Michigan. The road runs seventy three miles from Peshtigo Wisconsin to Tron Mountain Michigan with about twenty miles of sidings.
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Menominer, Me
Wisconsin and Michigan Railroad
Oil Company Quits Business in Maine Liquidation
Stockholders of the Ohio and Indiana Oil Company, a Maine corporation, held a special meeting in Augusta to wind up affairs. Declining oil prices and exhausted production in the company’s territory led to disposing of holdings and entering liquidation.
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Augusta
Ohio and Indiana Oil Company
Maine
Rubies Outshine Diamonds In Value And Durability
The article notes rubies surpass diamonds in value and resilience, with a one karat flawless diamond around $100 while a ruby of the same weight starts at $200. Larger stones widen the gap, as a 10 karat diamond could be about $4,000 whereas a ruby could reach up to $70,000, referencing a unique ruby shown at the Franco-British Exhibition in London last year.
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Pacific
Panama
Pacific Coast
Central America
Mexico
Londo
Alabama editor defends preachers after amendment defeat
In Piedmont Alabama the writer argues preachers and good ladies worked for a moral issue amid a harsh political campaign. He says outside interests influenced the contest, condemns selfish politicians, and asks readers to consider prayer and righteousness over faction.
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Alabama
Nero
Rome
Inquisition
Southland
Husband kills wife and ends own life in Virginia
In Winchester Virginia on December 9 Charles Crowell a farmer shot his bride of three months after she accused him of stealing her trousseau. He then turned a shotgun on himself, dying from the self inflicted wound.
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Winchester
Trousseau
Charles Crowell
Favored Home Industry in a Cleveland Bookshop Tale
A Cleveland bookseller recalls a humorous talk with a wealthy illiterate client who bought an empty livery house in Kensington and demanded handsome books. The shopkeeper proposes binding halves in Russia and Morocco, prompting the client to ask why not bound in Cleveland. Driftwood.
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Cleveland
Kensington
Russia
Morocco
White Strawberry Heralded as Year Round Crop by Berkeley Expert
Hugo H. Lilienthal a Berkeley horticulturist claims a white strawberry can bear all year round instead of only in certain seasons. The new variety is presented as a breakthrough in continuous fruit production by a noted specialist.
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Hugo H. Lilienthal
Berkeley
Doan’s Kidney Pills Promote Back Pain Relief
An Anniston resident testifies that Doan’s Kidney Pills eased a back ache and kidney discomfort after trying plasters. He bought a box at J. L. Wikle’s drug store and reports his kidneys are healthy with no backache. sale price is 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co. of Buffalo is the sole US agent.
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Anniston
L. G. Jones
Wilmer Ave
Ala
Dean
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Doan
Mallory Declares Prohibition Stand and Gubernatorial Candidacy
Selma-Hon. H. 8. D. Mallory issued a statement amid Alabama’s November 29 vote, reaffirming pro prohibition views while affirming dedication to Democratic platform principles. He says the race for governor remains open, views the issue as not political, and vows to serve all people if elected, advocating a fair trial of repeal before any change.
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Selma
H. 8
D. Mallory
Alabama
Democratic Party
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Anniston Publishing Company
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Valus
Rubies
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