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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1901
Page
8
An official census release reports a substantial rise in the population of the Indian Territory with figures indicating a notable numeric increase and the implication of continuing growth.
The 1900 census shows Indian Territory population at 891 960, up 214 778 or 117.5 percent from 1890. With 31 000 square miles, density rose from 58 to 126 per square mile. Chickasaw, Choctaw, Creek and Cherokee nations led growth, while ninety towns are recorded. Also ad for Bucklen's Arnica Salve at Elam's rug store.
An old advertisement from Elam Drug Co claims misdiagnosis of dis ease leads doctors to treat the wrong kidneys. It promotes Woley's Kidney Cure as a health remedy with a promise of guaranteed satisfaction from J. N. Boyer & Co in Avniston.
Washington's birthday was commemorated nationwide with special exercises at Anniston city schools, Anniston College and Noble Institute. The article notes the youth showing patriotism and loyalty akin to their forefathers.
A frost scene transforms the landscape overnight with pure snow covering bare trees and ground. The piece notes education and patriotism as virtues fostered by beauty, praises the season’s first show despite cold winds, and mentions girls collecting engraved designs from college and yacht flags for decorating fans and frames.
Washington hosts the continental congress of the Daughters of the American Revolution focusing on plans for a continental hall. The National Society notes growth beyond thirty thousand members and recognizes leadership by distinguished women. Miss Sallie May Weaver departs for Sylacauga to visit relatives.
A compiled schedule lists services for M E Church South Parker Memorial Baptist First Presbyterian Grace Episcopal First Baptist Glen Addie Baptist Church Church of Christ Sacred Heart Oxanna Baptist Epworth League West Anniston churches and others with Sunday school times sermons and special notes including weather-related changes and welcomes to visitors.
The Star notes friends urge Mr. Weatherly to consent to a First Ward city candidacy. A noncontested race is imagined if he agrees, while delays arise from unspecified obstructions.
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