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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1916
Page
4
A cheeky note laments failing to find small items like change and shirt studs while praising readiness in cigarette preparation. The commentary contrasts everyday misplacements with perceived preparedness in smoking habits.
Washington on June 12 reports the Federal Trade Commission will hold hearings to determine the reasons behind the rise in gasoline prices. The probe will include all interested parties presenting their side of the case as part of the investigation.
Rome defeats Anniston 5 to 3 while Talladega tops Griffin 3 to 1 LaGrange wins over Newnan 4 to 3 Monday games include Talladega at Griffin Anniston at Rome and Newnan at LaGrange
Standings show Nashville New Orleans Atlanta Chattanooga Little Rock Birmingham Memphis Mobile and others with varying wins and losses. Yesterday results include Little Rock 6 Memphis 4 New Orleans 5 Nashville 2 Mobile 8 Chattanooga 2.
The schedule shows Little Rock at Birmingham, Nashville at New Orleans, Memphis at Atlanta and Chattanooga at Mobile. No further details or dates provided.
Anniston struggles to convert strong performances into wins with inconsistent late game errors and roster issues. The club considers adding Tisdale and Wingo while facing Rome and Newnan losses and aiming to take four games from Griffin at home.
Li Yuan Hung, 52, vice president, assumes the presidency following Yuan Shi Kai's death. A former cruiser sailor in the China-Japan war, he led revolutionary forces in Wuchang, aided the Shanghai Peace Conference, and served as chief of the general staff after a brief study in Japan. He was elected vice president again in October 1913.
Mrs Lon Phillips and child Lonie spent a week with Mrs Philips in Anniston. Mr Goodoh Wak family enjoyed a pleasant visit to Mrs McElreath. Frances Waepstraft and Mary Williams were guests of Mrs John Wildlyme. Miss Clara Downing visited Anniston friends. Mrs Mack Woodruff hosted the Variasa group for a social afternoon. Miss Nello Wh and Miss Marie Woodruff visited Anniston and Perce teaching. Mrs Nannie Clark guests in Anniston with sister Mrs Julia Sheid. Pearl Tabor returned from college to visit her father Rev John Tabor. The Misses Weir of Jacksonville were guests of Miss Mattie Bruton.
Not out of tolls Chicago June 11 1942 Mrs Dolly Ledgerwood Matters Charles T Melton and Harry Edwards acquitted weeks earlier of conspiracy to foist a fictitious heir on the probate court were arraigned for trial today on another charge producing a false hair.
United States revenue officers disturbed Z. Maness while sleeping under a tree in Chattooga county about eighteen miles from Rome. They found an illegal still and five hundred gallons of beer. the contraband was destroyed and Maness bound over to federal court.
Anniston Alabama candidate Kline pledges to keep city expenses within revenues, run the Recorder's Court to dispense justice not revenue, curb dust nuisance, foster city county harmony, boost industrial growth, create a universal children's park, support welfare movements, and participate in national and state holidays in a Democratic primary bid.
The text records declarations by L. L. Scarborough and J. In Wikle announcing candidacy for mayor of Anniston subject to party processes. It notes Scarborough for mayor and Wikle for re election in the Democratic primary context.
Date for the president's re election is established subject to approval by the city executive committee. The move aligns with council procedures and requires committee action to finalize the term renewal. The item reflects ongoing governance in Anniston.
Local notices list multiple candidates for Councilman from the First Ward in Anniston. L H Hollingsworth Dock Brown J W Mallory Jesse Evans John F Boozer and others announce their candidacies subject to Democratic or city executive committee action.
TOM CARTER announces for councilman from the Second Ward subject to Democratic primary action. M. F. Snider and business friends announce him for Ward 2 councilman subject to Executive Committee action. The speaker also states self-announcement.
A flood of names appears from the third and fourth wards as candidates announce bids for councilman seats. W. PAR L and Claude J. Settiy join the field for the third ward with party backing, while J. A. Burter Uncle Jack and Benj. R. Sawyg announce for the fourth ward. SHALER Hod also seeks a fourth ward seat under the Democratic banner.
A string of declarations from several individuals seeking council seats from the fifth ward and other wards. Each announces candidacy subject to Democratic primary action by the city executive committee and party officials. Names include T H Cockers C Kennh Tu Chas Kennh and A H Abm.
Florida begins a $1,609,000 phase for good roads with construction started this fall. The state has already voted more than $4,000,000 for road improvements and ranks among the top states in road construction progress.
An advertisement asserts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tone can help frail people withstand heat of summer by enriching the blood and boosting the whole system. The claim targets those feeling weak or feeble during hot months. Rich tones imply nationwide appeal and health benefits.
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