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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1914
Page
4
The itemized page from the Daily Hot Blast prints witty snippets about local life in Anniston and Calhoun county. It claims official status as the county and city paper, lists editors and managers, and mocks topics from rain hats to dogs, bath habits, and a death in England while noting a Democratic surplus and international personalities.
The council voted to protest the proposed rise in telephone rates and urged deferral until a state created public utilities commission handles the matter. If unable to stop it, compromise offers little since state authority should decide. The Star commends the council’s prudent action.
At a special Anniston council meeting no one entered an objection to the proposed sewer extension affecting about 2,000 residents. The Star notes the unanimous support reflects enlightened public sentiment and town growth.
The Star discusses Judge Blackwell’s note on Southern Bell rates and taxes. It questions the franchise valuation of 71060 dollars and calls for full public disclosure of the company’s investment in Anniston to inform taxpayers.
Selma Times notes two typhoid deaths in 24 hours not linked to local sanitation and urges vaccination for immunity. It cites serum vaccines as safe, cheap protection, likening it to life insurance and highlighting military vaccination success at Vera Cruz and in past wars.
The entry notes events on this date in history with Washington taking command of the Continental Army at Cambridge in 1775, plus later items: 1814 Americans capture Fort Erie and 1839 the first normal school opens in America at Lexington, Massachusetts.
Seattle has spent about 25 million dollars on publicly owned utilities and proves municipal ownership can deliver cheaper rates and better service. Water cost drops from private 2.50 to 0.50 monthly minimum, with potential annual profits cited. city plans expand street railways and harbor improvements, while opposing private interests warn of higher taxes.
Collier's notes that The World believes the Democratic House has justified public confidence. It praises tariff reform, an income tax, banking and currency legislation, and the elimination of lobby influence, while criticizing labor amendments to the Sherman Act. The World would not advise voting Democrat for those fearing Wall Street or special privilege.
Prossians defeated the Austrians at the Battle of Sadowa. In 1818 England took control of Cyprus, and in 1890 Idaho was admitted to the Union. In 1900 the Khedive of Egypt visited the City of London.
A young girl, Jennie Perker of Hezleburet, flagged a passenger train after tearing at her red calico waist to signal danger. A burning trestle over Tiger Creek threatened the Georgia and Florida railroad. the engineer was warned just in time. Passengers raised a liberal purse for the heroine.
The Duke of Connaught ends his visit to Quebec and prepares to depart for Newfoundland aboard H M S Kasex. He will spend several days in St John s and receive an official welcome on arrival.
Passaie in New Jersey reports that a white wag bag inherited a $25,000 estate to Germany but will continue sweeping the streets.
Article warns against unnecessary eye glasses and offers a home remedy using 5 grains Optona and 2 ounces water to bathe the eyes several times daily. Claims it cleans the eyes, reduces inflammation, helps weak or strained eyes, and has allegedly helped wearers discard glasses. Advises any druggist can fill the prescription.
A dealer advertises a freckles remedy promising a clear complexion at no cost unless freckles are removed. Buy an ounce of ethine double strength from any druggist and apply a few times to see results. The ad states rarely more than one ounce is needed and offers a money back guarantee if no removal occurs.
In a pro announce with local support, Shaler Houser declares his bid for mayor of Anniston, citing council experience and a progressive administration agenda. He states the campaign follows consent from friends and plans to run in the city Democratic primary.
Miss Nenora Rich, formerly in a local hospital for treatment during a severe attack of typhoid fever, is stated to be recovering.
Sir Ernest Shackleton gains financial footing for his Antarctica crossing with a 120000 donation from Sir James Caird of Dundee, a prominent jute manufacturer, enabling the expedition to proceed.
Mabry and Charlie Ayres of Oneonta along with Nathaniel Ayers of Goodwater are visiting their sister Mrs. K R Peeples and their brother J W Ayres in LN City.
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