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Anniston Evening Star

Location

Anniston, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 15, 1901

Page

2

Constitutional convention endorses 600 square mile county rule

The convention adopted the GeGraffenreich substitute fixing counties at 600 square miles and creating a new Dothan county from Henry, Dale and Geneva pending public approval. Section 6 on Shelby County courthouse to be resumed after morning session.

Dothan County Dothan Henry County Shelby County Court House

Botanic Blood Balm Promises Cure For Eczema Itch

An a historical ad claims Botanic Blood Balm will cure eczema and skin ulcers by purifying blood. It states the product B B B can relieve itching, scales and sores, with free trial and prepaid medicine offered by the Brood Balm Co. Atlanta Georgia.

Botanic Brood Balm Co Atlanta

Arizona Heat Notes From Tucson Desert Camp

Mr Frank H Russey writing from Tucson Territory reports health improvement and describes dry heat of 110 degrees in shade. He and Mr Fraser endure scorching ground and scarce shade while camping on a desert mesa near Tucson. He recalls a local joke about cremation and a chilly draft.

Frank H. Russey Tucson Arizona Cicely Fraser Bussey Mr. Fraser

Electric Bitters and Arnica Balm Cure for Sore Leg

Hartwell Georgia minister J T W Vernon says a running leg sore healed after using Electric Bitters and Bucklen’s Arnica Balm. The ad claims these products purify blood and cure sores eruptions boils eczema and other skin issues with guaranteed satisfaction or money back. Elam Drug Co. offers large bottles for 50 cents.

J. T. W. Vernon Hartwell Elam Drug Co

Fall Samples Draw Shoppers to James Levy Store

Large line of fall samples advertised for peed suits coats vests and pants. James Levy invites customers to view offerings and possibly find something desirable. Parlor observation and cafe dining cars announced as new between Memphis Tennessee and Atlanta Georgia with specific departure and arrival times and connections via K O M B R R and Southern Railway. Through service includes Pullman sleeping cars Memphis to Atlanta and return. 5 31 tf.

James Levy Merchant Tailor Memphis Tenn Atlanta Birmingham and Southern Railway Southern Railway Birmingham

Straw Hat Sale Announcement by Ullman Bros

Ullman Bros announces a sale starting tomorrow on the entire line of men's and boys straw hats offering a 334 percent discount on all stock. The notice emphasizes a limited time event and invites customers to shop the discounted collection.

Ullman Bros

Bids Wanted for City Prison Feeding and Horse Wanted

Bids for feeding city prisoners for two years must be filed by noon July 25 1901. Right to reject any or all bids reserved. Menu requirements available at Clerk’s office. R H Stickney Jr chairman Police Committee. Also wanted a gentle buggy horse for summer keep and good care offered. Box 309.

R. H. Stickney, JR Chmn N Police Com

The One Way Cold Cure Claim

An old advertisement touts Kem watt’s Chocolates as a laxative and quinine remedy for cold symptoms. It markets a “cold cure” claim with exaggerated health benefits and a persuasive tonality typical of patent medicine ads.

Kem Watt

Boy’s age mix fuels Broadway car fare quip

A mother and her seven year old son rode a Broadway car last week. The conductor asked for the fare and, with no smile, joked about his age and marriage status, noting the boy looked four. The brief exchange captures a light moment in transit.

New York Sun

The Dog Star Brightest in the Firmament

The dog star is noted as the brightest in the sky. Egyptians called it so for marking the rising of the Nile.

Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption

It dazzles the world and claims to cure consumption and related lung diseases. The Elam Drug Co sells the remedy with a satisfaction guarantee and refund, offering large bottles for 50¢ and 100, plus free trial bottles.

Ducks and Linens For Hot Weather

An old notice showcases summer apparel and laundry services. Julius Levy offers tailored suits from seven dollars fifty, on Noble Street. The Model Laundry promotes soap free of chemicals and cleaning methods at 12th and Noble. Swift of Parkersburg endorses Kermott's Ext Blackberry for summer ailments. Jebeles Bros. advertises fresh melons kept on ice for constant quality.

Julius Levy Noble Street Ch. ©. Swift J.N Murdoch Parkersburg W. Va Marcus Kermott

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