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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1914
Page
4
The item lists editorial and business roles at Consolidated Publishing Company Paterson New Jersey noted for author name requirements and remittance to the company It also references Col Colonel and a punchline about the wicked health fad to eat sand with a brief quip about Shaler Houser Benedict and erst willie mayoral candidacies and a reported Atlanta exposure of a candidate’s private efforts.
The Anniston City Council debates Mallory's ordinance to halt Southern Bell rate increases. The Star questions legality, court costs, and how to fund city operations while seeking to protect residents and avoid harming municipal finances.
City Attorney Dante Connetinnam Mallory and others review the telephone company contract with the city amid controversy. They may prevent the rate increase if a feasible agreement is reached, and officials aim for an improved contract while preserving the city’s rights.
Editor of The Sylacauga Advance receives praise from Alabama Good Roads Association secretary and state highway engineer W Keller for advocating a Montgomery Anniston road. Letter notes Elmore Co funds and Coosa Co work, highlights a direct route via Wetumpka Rockford Goodwater Sylacauga Talladega, urging continued advocacy to complete the road.
The Southern Railway stock trust dissolves after 20 years, presenting a detailed progress report. From 1895 to 1913 the line grew from 4302 to 7097 miles, revenue per mile rose from 4195 to 9903, and net income per mile from 216 to 999. Equipment expanded to 1632 locomotives with 389 miles of double track.
A 19th century letter argues that enforcement of gun laws is inconsistent when sheriffs and police circumvent prohibitions on carrying concealed pistols. The writer, PD. C. Blackwell, urges the grand jury to address perceived lawlessness among officers and restore lawful conduct for public respect.
The 1909 farm crop value reached 2.199 billion with a 102 percent rise from 1899 manufacturables at 1.455 billion and a 7282 percent increase since 1899. Bank deposits in 1910 rose 279 percent from 1900. The Southern Railway spanned eastern belts as Virginia to Georgia drives revival in agriculture and industry. Memphis leads in rail investments with over 20 million dollars spent, predicting it as a freight and passenger hub within 20 years.
A compact list notes dates and brief biographical highlights including Sir William Blackstone 1723 authority, George M E Dallas born 1792, Alvan G Clark born 1832 and died 1897, Millard Fillmore inaugurated 1850, Grover Cleveland nomination 1884, German emperor and empress visit London 1891.
An election notice from Consolidated Pub Co invites readers to pay for public notices and presents a candidate seeking re election as meteoror of the City of Aniston. The candidate states intent to better serve voters and requests Democratic party support.
An unsigned message from J. A. Buroass announces a bid for mayor of Anniston, asserting it reflects the will of the people while dismissing opposition. The note labels Uncle Jack and cites immediate intent to run.
John F. Williams announces candidacy for president of the Antillon city council, pledging to back party action in the upcoming Democratic primary.
B F Kyle declares candidacy for councilman from the Third ward saying support for the Democratic party actions.
Local candidate declares intention to run for council in the First ward subject to Democratic primary action.
J T Carter announces his candidacy for Councilman from the Second Ward subject to the Democrat primary. Felix House also announces in the Fourth Ward and notes residence since November 1 1913 seeking the same office.
J W McClurkan announces his candidacy for councilman in the Fourth Ward subject to the Democratic primary on August 3.
James T. Gardner Jr announces his candidacy for the Fourth Ward council seat subject to the Democratic primary action.
Lamar Jeffers enters the Wemorratic primary campaign for reelection as councilman from Ward 6. He presents himself as the incumbent seeking continued service. Party affiliation and full election details are not specified in the provided text.
Forecasts for 24 hours ending 7 p.m. Saturday call for partly cloudy skies with possible local thunder showers. Alabama outlook similar with isolated storms. Local data from U S Weather Bureau shows barometer 30.09 inches at 7 a.m. and temperatures around 91 yesterday.
A series of brief notices announce candidacies for city council seats. Jesse Evans seeks reelection from Ward 55 subject to the Democratic primary while Dave G. Waldrop runs again for the Second Ward. A third notice lists L. HOLLINGSWORTH as candidate for First Ward reelection pending the Democratic primary.
M Alexander announces his candidacy for city council as a contender in the First Democratic primary. He outlines goals and platform while seeking party backing and voter support.
J M Bagle announces candidacy for re election to the Secoma ward seat subject to the democratic primary. He seeks renomination and endorsement from party voters for the upcoming election.
Several individuals filed notices to seek council seats in various wards. Claude J. Skittles, Harry Powell, and Lawrence Harry-Wren announced candidacies subject to party actions and primary deadlines.
Rail timetables show arrivals and departures for line trains to Atlanta Washington Birmingham Kansas City Rome Selma and Gadsden. Local and express services connect Birmingham Meridian Calera Talladega Calera and Wilton with stops at Gadsden and Rome.
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