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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1901
Page
1
A heat wave from yesterday lingers in Alabama with Birmingham recording 102 in the shade, the highest ever there. Reports say the hot spell extends from the Atlantic coast to the central west, the South and the Southwest with higher temperatures in coming days.
Prisceton Indiana reports the hottest day in twenty years with a 106 degree maximum. Nashville and Memphis record July highs around 102 and 100 as water shortages escalate. Lincoln Nebraska suffers drought conditions with fires and crop losses from water scarcity.
In Birmingham this morning Hon J J Willett of Annis ton criticized the grandfather clause in the suffrage plank as absurd and contrary to democracy. He argued even if constitutional it is impracticable and raised questions about descendants of mulattoes and paternal lineage under the law. Imported Muenchener Beer 15 cents bottle among Levi's Leaders.
The mayor and eight aldermen met in regular session approving prior minutes and paying various bills. They discussed tax policy, a county contract on tax assessments, and forming a citizen meeting to pursue higher municipal tax limits. An election on a police resignation occurred and new license requests were granted. several committees were tasked to study street, fire, and education matters.
Jefferson City Missouri July 12 Governor Dockery has received numerous petitions urging a proclamation for a day of fasting and prayer for rain. Officials warn that without rain Missouri crops could suffer the worst failure since 1554.
Cureaco July 12 The Supreme Lodge Knights of Pythias met to address a $500000 treasury deficit by proposing a 50 percent insurance rate hike and a 50 cent per member assessment. Foreclosure suits may be filed to recover misused funds. Former board president A Hinesy noted continued investigations.
Orshetp Maryland July 12 A farmer Philip Walls after drinking attaches a lightning rod to his head and walks through a field inviting a strike. A bolt hits an oak tree near him shattering it and a splinter hits Walls rendering him unconscious. He survives the injury but may avoid further lightning stunts.
Mrs Elizabeth Alsobrooks, Borden Springs post mistress, was tried for violating postal laws but the case was dismissed for lack of evidence. An advertisement notes Banner Salve by McElreath Drag Co for various skin and wound ailments.
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