Daffron Charged With Forgery in Jefferson County Case
Charles Daffron faced two forgery charges in a justice court trial for passing checks drawn on the Bank of Oxford and signed by W M Thweatt of McFall. One check was cashed by FE Lewensohnu in Birmingham and the other by Konkle of Cordova Walker County. The panel showed a missing link as Lewensohnu did not attend, but the court ruled the offense was in Jefferson County and discharged Daffron. He was then rearrested on another forgery charge returnable before the Walker County probate judge. Konkle identified Daffron as the man who passed the check. Daffron, previously an assistant at McFall school, appeared intelligent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles EK
Daffron
Justice Court
Bank of Oxford
W.M. Thweatt
McFall
FE. Lewensohnu
Birmingham
J. M. Kowkle
Cordlova
Walker County
Ragland
E. Lewensohn
Jefferson County
Mr. Konkle
Foley's Kidney Cure Promoted Against Disease
An Elam Drug Co claim advertises Foley's Kidney Cure as protection against Brights disease diabetes and other ailments for fifty cents, reflecting early 20th century patent medicine promotion.
Bob White's Message Poem and Kidney Cure Ad
A poem segment titled Bob White's Message evokes meadow imagery and seasonal cues. The piece echoes nature sounds and rustic scenes from June to winter. An unrelated medical ad promotes Foley's Kidney Cure as a remedy for kidney ailments and related diseases.
Eldridge's Market Ad Promotes Beef Roasts and Steaks
A brief market advertisement touts juicy tender Western and native beef roasts and steaks from Eldridge's Market at 14 West Tenth, framed by a quip about trust in borrowers.
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Eldridge’s
Tenth
Anniston Figures in Democratic Nominations Rumor Mill
The Birmingham Age-Herald reports Sydney J. Bowie of Anniston as a possible Democratic candidate for Congress in the Fourth District with strong party support. Elmore Garrett of Calhoun seeks the Senate secretary post. Dr. B Dudley Williams of Oxford announces for Congress. Hon John B. Knox and State Solicitor Wiley C. Tunstall, both from Anniston, are in Birmingham.
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Birmingham
Bowie
Congress
General Assembly
Birmingham Age Herald
B. Dudley Williams
Oxford
Calhoun County
Thie
Alabama
Quick Relief For Asthma From Foley's Honey and Tar
Miss Maude Dickins of Parson Kansas writes she suffered eight years with asthma and faced fatal attacks but began using Foley's Honey and Tar and claims it gave immediate relief every time. The Elam Drug Co endorses the remedy.
Invention Promises Restored Paintings and Umbrellas
A Western genius invents a preparation to restore old paintings and proposes a product to refresh umbrellas. The note highlights a long-felt need for both items as a witty enhancement of daily life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Daily News
Cure Cold in Head and Sore Throat with Quinine Candy
An old advertisement touts Kermott's Chocolates Laxative Quinine as a quick cure for cold in head and sore throat. The claim highlights ease of use and rapid relief from head cold symptoms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kermott’s
Old Town Advertiser Seeks Space For Two Months
A Massachusetts village hardware store owner named Ovid Chapman visits a weekly newspaper office asking for two inches of ad space for two months. The seemingly illiterate grocer explains his line includes hardware, candy, shoes, toothbrushes, tobacco, shirts, and more, presenting a handwritten list.
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Ovid Chapman
Massachusetts
Village Weekly
er—Chapman
Wal
Storefront placard appears above boots and shoes
A few days later the narrator spots a placard displayed above the boots and shoes in a shop window, noting the new sign in the merchant’s storefront.
Advertising Like Baked Beans Says Cyclist Banner Salve
A playful quote contrasts advertising with baked beans to stress quality. The ad copy from New York San and Klam Drug Co promotes cycling humor and a healing salve for cuts or bruises, claiming quick heart healing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
San
Klam Drug Co
Southern Students Conference Reduced Rail Rates
The Southern railway offers reduced round trip fares to Asheville North Carolina for the 1900 Southern Students Conference of the Y M C A and Y W C A. Tickets from all lines to Asheville and return at one fare. Sales June 15 16 14 and 15 limited to June 28 1900 return. For information contact any Southern railway agent.
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Southern Railway
Southern Students
Young Women’s Christian Association
Asheville
N.C
N. Y
Express Speed Marriages and a London to Chicago Tale
Two matrimonial vignettes show swift marriages born of convenience and passion. A woman marries for worldly gain after an impulsive country visit and elopes with a lover. A voyage romance reveals a far older widow and a young man plotting to claim a fortune, ending when the truth surfaces and funds revert to the family.
Woman Marries Block Head, Delights in Quiet Wooden Anniversary
Chicago Daily reports a woman wed a man nicknamed Block Head and vows a simple wooden wedding anniversary. The piece notes humor and domestic ease surrounding the couple’s milestone.
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Chicago Daily News
Backache warning and kidney cure promotion
A dated health ad claims backache signals kidney disorder and warns of Bright's disease diabetes or other serious complaints if untreated. It endorses Foley's Kidney Cure as the solution and advises against taking any other remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Bright
Elam Dru, Co
Almanac Weather Forecasts From 1800 Almanac Unearths Quirky Prophecies
A 100 year old almanac owned by Mrs. M. Eugene Craft reveals weather predictions for 1800 from The Maryland and Virginia Almanac. Forecasts mention deep snow on January 11, broken weather in February and March, hail, winds, flying clouds, and varying notes on warmth, rain, frost, and snow through the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Eugene Craft
Maryland
Virginia
St. Louis Republic
One Day Cold Cure Advertised With Chocolates
The item touts Ker mott's Chocolates as a laxative aiding a cold remedy called One Day Cold Cure. It promises relief for cold in the head and sore throat through a quinine containing product.
Jebeles Brus CANDY Brand Promotes Purity and Rich Stock
Jebeles Brus CANDY markets its product as pure and high quality. The company emphasizes its specialty and keeps a large, complete stock of dainty confections available at all times.
Fruits from the Tropics by Jebeles Bros
Daily shipments of the choicest tropical fruits arrive from Jebeles Brothers on Noble Street.
Announcements for Congress and Sheriff Candidacies
Calhoun county residents announce political bids in the Fourth Alabama District with names including B Dudley Williams for Congress J M Ragar and Alf M Morgan for sheriff and a call for support in the upcoming August election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Ragar
Foundry Machinery and Boiler Work in Anniston
Anniston Alabama offers machine and boiler work including boilers engines pulleys and shaftings for industrial needs. Local shops provide fabrication and repair services for metal components and plant equipment.
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Ately
Chiap Insurance
Elam Drug Co
Bob White
Hattile Whitney
Chicago Democrat
Anniston and
Annistonians
Union Depot
Anniston
Rome
Louisville
Nasaville Railroad
Alabama Mineral Division
Chapman
Main Street
Southern Students’ Conference
M. F. Doerings
Doering
Southern
L. & N. Rathways
Frank McIntyre
Hymen’'S
London
Egypt
Kermott's Chocolates
The
Tropics
Jebeles Bros
Noble Street
Sterne’s Grocery
Preston Cure
Preston
Preston Cure CO
P.O. Box
Philadelphia
South Tenth Treet
Tama
Democratic Party
J. H. Kriya
Alf M. Morgan
Anniston Locomotive and
Machine Works
Anniston, Ala
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