Romantic marriage ties G Clifford Coleman to Fannie Harrison
Mr G Clifford Coleman of this city wed Miss Fannie Harrison of Bynum at 3 pm yesterday in Oxanna at the home of Mr and Mrs W E Coleman. Rev L F Goodwin officiated before intimate friends. The couple, after a planned Coldwater visit, instead married at Coleman’s brother’s home and will reside with his mother at Fourth and Pine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coldwater
Oxanna
Coleman
Southern Car and Foundry Company
Mrs. Coleman
Fourth and
Pine Streets
Cure Cold in Head and Sore Throat Remedy Ad
An old advertisement promotes Cure Cold in Head by Kermott's Chocolates Laxative Quinine. It claims quick relief for cold symptoms with an easy to use formula.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kermott's
Land of the Sky Asheville described as natural sanitarium
The Asheville region in western North Carolina is praised for its dry healthful climate likened to a natural sanitarium for pulmonary and bronchial ailments. The city, 12,000 residents, lies where the French Broad and Swanpanoa rivers meet, with Vanderbilt's estate highlighted as a landmark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Carolina
Asheville
Denver
Swanpanoa
George W. Vanderbilt
Vicinity
Southern Railway
A. Benseoter
Chattanooga
Tenn
Circuit Court Notice Adjourned Term Begins June Fourth 1900
There will be an adjourned term of the circuit court starting Monday June 4 1900 and continuing two weeks. All civil causes now at issue will be disposed of. All parties interested will please take notice. I BWATSON Circuit Clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. Bwatson
Mayor Henders on administers justice in large chunks
The morning police court session saw Mayor Henderson levying fines on several offenders. A white man paid half of a five dollar fine for a Saturday drunkenness, another white man faced two charges with fines totaling 9 and 51.50 for disorderly conduct and concealed weapon. A third white man fined 7.70 for disorderly behavior. Jack Crook and Harry Bastie, two Black youths, were fined 4.60 and 3.60. George Holt, Black man, fined 5.80 for profanity around women. Emmett Crook, Black, escaped from the chain gang, received an extra six months on the streets within two hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henderson
William
Jack Crook
Harry Bastie
George Holt
Emmett Crook
Potato Explosion in Cooking School Kitchen
In Cornhill, Lady Broome recalls a near disaster at a cooking class where a gas leak from a maid caused a vase of potatoes to fly into the air. The incident damaged stoves but luckily harmed no one, as students and onlookers watched the unexpected shower of spuds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lady Broome
Cornhill
Burglar Loots Restaurant on Atlant Ave but Leaves Clues Hidden
Burglars broke rear window of John Crook's restaurant on Atlant avenue between Tenth and Eleventh streets. They tore up a gas meter requiring a twenty five cent coin and stole about 10 in silver quarters from the slot. No other items were taken and no clues were left.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Crook
Atlant Avenue
Tenth
Eleventh Streets
Betsey’s Short Cut To Social Standing Recalls Empress Eugenie Jewelry
A reminiscence about social fit for a minister’s wife in Europe and a black Betsey who navigated class barriers through a clever path. She earned money laundering for union officers, bought gowns from Southern women, and prepared for a court presentation with a necklace and tiara once worn by Empress Eugenie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Betsey
Eugenie
Jewels, Pride, and a Lady's Claim in a Distant Era
A vignette recalls temptation to buy royal gems to prove status, but Betsey insists true ladyhood cannot be bought with money or fine gowns. The jewels are sent away as a test of character.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Betsey
Beiger's disease and diabetes warned by early kidney trouble
An advertising line from Flam Drug Co notes fatal mistakes come from ignoring early kidney or bladder symptoms. It promotes Foley's Kidney Care as restoring kidney health and urges timely action to avoid severe outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beiger
Foley
Flam Drug Co
All Belonged to Her Seeps Into Her Gilted World
In the Washington Star tale a titled woman commands servants and a parade of merchants to maintain a life of luxury. James notes she owns house, furnishings, dresses, jewels, and even the master’s income, a result of a life of ease bought with his money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James
Janes
Martn
Marie
Peter
Modiste’s
Buyler’s
Marketman’s
Miscus
Washington Star
Preston Cure for Drunkenness Ad
The Preston Cure promises a safe reliable remedy that destroys desire for alcohol and strengthens will power to resist temptations. It claims long term cure for addicts including relapses, with confidential correspondence and letters destroyed. Address The Preston Cure Co. Philadelphia Pennsylvania.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Preston
THE
Preston Cure CO
P.O. Box
Philadelphia
South Tenth Street
Capacity for Hard Work and the Gift of Genius
A letter from Albany asks how genius differs from talent and whether hard work alone can lead to success. It argues that hard work defines true genius, citing Demosthenes and scientists like Kelvin and Helmholtz, and teaches that with early training and persistent effort any ordinary mind can succeed, though ambition must seek more than wealth or power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albany
N. Y
Ramuerl D. Jamibon
Demosthenes
Lord Kelvin
Helmholtz
Robert Mayer
Unusual Will Made by Cards Approved in Probate Court
A paralyzed woman used printed ecards to select heirs and a sole executor. The judge, Sir Francis Jeune, ruled the card method satisfactory and valid, with £16,000 estate power of appointment. Two relatives challenged, but the will stood. Rich families noted for large offspring in English upper circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ireland
Francis Jeune
Costa
Oxford Baptist church converts six by profession of faith
At a protracted Baptist service in Oxford a sermon on Baptism by Rev. S. John was described as deep and forcible. Six people united with the church by profession of faith after the sermon, with several more joining by letter, signaling notable spiritual gains from the meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oxford
Baptist Church
de. Martin
John
J. W. Galliher
J. G. Hudson
Piedmont Troquirer
Willard Graham
Ala
Piedmont
Jim Orr
Sim Green
Jim Williims
Kastaboga
Claud Marrable
Dodd
Howie
Oxford Lake
Willop Bowling
Kelly
Alarm System Alerts Bank Vault Tampering
A correspondent of the American Electrician describes a novel alarm system linking a bank vault to an officials room via telephone. When switches are on any entry attempt triggers, the vault transmitter permits audible cues at the receiving end, enabling detection before police are summoned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Electrician
The Frame Excerpt From Elliott's Magazine
A brief quotation notes the average man framing an excuse for a late homecoming, described as done in guilt, attributed to Elliott's Magazine. The line reflects a moralizing voice about punctuality and self justifications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elliott
A Clever Woman Says Husband Thinks He Knows More
A witty remark from the Chicago Daily News notes that a clever woman persuades her husband he is more knowledgeable than she. The quip reflects social humor about marital dynamics and intelligence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Daily News
Backache Warns Of Kidney Disorder Beware Bright's Disease
An old warning notes that backache can signal kidney trouble and, if ignored, may lead to Bright's disease or diabetes. It promotes Foley's Kidney Cure as a remedy and advises against taking other products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bright
Foley
Elam Drug Co
Also Mentioned on This Page
Clifford Coleman
Fannie Harrison
Asheville, N.C
Circuit Court
Lincoln
Lincoln Medicine CO
Columbus
Ohio
Cotumpus
Jane Osats
M. Miller
Stickney’s Pharmacy
J. L. Wikle
Atlanta
Betsey’s Method
Union Depot
Louisville & Nashville Railroad
Alabama Mineral Division
Anniston
Rome
Pug
Preston Cure
Queen
Princess of Wales
Lord Abergavenny
Tef
Duke of Argyle
Countess of Dudley
Earl of Ellesmere
Earl of Inchiquin
Earl of Leicester
Daily News
Anniston Locomotive and
Machine Works
Anniston, Ala
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!