Railroads Cause More Deaths Than Hoofed Conveyances
An official report shows in the thirteen years to June 30 1900 railroads killed 46 277 people and injured 469 027, yet rail travel is less dangerous than horse or mule drawn conveyance. The piece notes Senator Pugh of Alabama’s illness and reflects on aging public men and commemorations in Birmingham. Julius Caesar’s birthday is treated humorously as a long-deceased figure.
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United States
Micury Caesar
Clay
Birmingham
Caesar
The
Ledger
Julius Caesar
Alexander
Napoleon
Woodstock Furnace Resumes Iron Making After Repairs
The Woodstock iron furnace in Anniston resumes business after repairs and began making iron Monday afternoon. The article notes the halt for needed repairs and includes a brief mention of a sample bottle promotion and local leadership.
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Birmingham Ledger
Woodstock
Apparent County Expense Saving Cited in 1901 Review
A 1901 county financial note contrasts six months expenses with 1900, showing an apparent saving of 239.14 but warns that unpaid ex officio circuit check fees of 250 may negate the gain. The author, addressing the President, contends the saving hinges on just payment and county interests.
Bids Sought for City Prisoner Feeding Contract
Kohn Brothers invites bids to feed city prisoners for two years. Bids due at the clerk’s office by noon July 25 1901. Right to reject any or all bids reserved. Menu requirements available at Clerk’s office. KH Stickney Jr Chairman Police Committee.
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Kh. H. Stickney, JR
Chm
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Notice on Licenses Due for Second Half of 1901
Public notice states licenses for the latter half of 1901 are now due and must be paid by July 15 to avoid extra costs. C. L. Quinn, T. C.-td.
Fall Samples and Parlor Observation Cars Between Memphis and Atlanta
Julius Levy promotes fall samples for suits coats and pants. Parlor observation and cafe dining cars operate Memphis to Atlanta nightly with connections via K O M B and Southern Railway, offering meals, smoking room, and Pullman sleeping cars between Atlanta and Memphis. Train timings: Memphis 8 15 p.m. to Atlanta 10 15 p.m. return Atlanta 6 a.m. to Memphis 5 05 p.m. May include ad for Kenne tts One Day Cold Cure.
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Julius Levy
Memphis
Tenn
Atlanta
Birmingham and Southern Railway
Southern Railway
Birmingham
Tooth Cleaning Aids Advertised With Prices
A short ad promotes dental care items including Tooth Brushes 10 to 40 cents, Tooth Picks in various kinds, Tooth Soap 25 cents, and Tooth Powder bottles 25 cents each. It emphasizes the need to destroy germs to prevent decay beyond mere brushing and water.
One Day Cold Cure Promoted in Unclear Ad
An unclear advertisement promotes a product named One Day Cold Cure to alleviate cold symptoms. The legible text mentions a person or company possibly connected to a patent or remedy, with fragmented words suggesting a casual marketing claim for sore throat and head cold relief.
Real Estate Bargains and Rentals Offered by Parker Co
Three modern dwellings for rent on Leighton and Quintard with possession in July September and October. Vacant lots for sale on Noble Wilmer Quintard and Leighton priced 8450 to 550. Model Laundry advertises white labor force at 12th and Noble streets.
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Quintard
Noble, Wilmer, Quintard and
Leighton
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