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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1900
Page
4
A crowded Health Street scene features a clash between rival doctors over a supposed Mystic Oil of Joy. Speeches condemn rivals and urge patients to seek cures, while later references detail local illnesses, a new foundry shed project, and updates on County Treasurer Henry B. Glover and family health events.
Calhoun lodge confirms amok inquiry into Mr Fred L Black. Fire at Aders hold extinguished. Various illness recoveries reported. coal deliveries urged. City court fines total 17.50. Wages offered for Anniston Carpet workers. Community events include church suppers and social at Pendle home.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions city chains and a gang, with unclear details and no definite event or names.
Mr Nathan L Myerson and his bride to be Cassie Morris travel from New Orleans to Anoviston for a bridal tour. They will stay at the Myersons home on Thirteenth and Wilner streets. He has many friends in the city ready to welcome them. Also Mr Higinbotham and wife left for Talladega and Birmingham after a two month stay in Anniston.
Complete saw mill with 10,000 feet capacity offered by O. MH Var kot and Co. Freehold asset listed for immediate disposition.
Mr T Brooks left this moni tor on a business trip to Choecoloced and Tron City. Dr W B Arbery of Jackson ville was in the city today. Hon S W Grant of Alexan dria was in the city today. Mr Frank Bowie returned today from a visit to Rome. Mr G M Scott went over to Bessemer this morning. Mr R W Russell returned from a business trip to Birmingham. Mr K Ansley returned from Birmingham this morning. Mr A Pearce returned today from a business trip to Gadsden. Deputy Marshall W W Battle is spending today at Lincoln. You receive prompt service full weight and good quality when you order coal from us. Donahoo and Co. LOST Brown Water Spaniel puppy female with white spot on tail end. Liberal reward for return to R D Allep Quaintard avenue near Twelfth street.
White, a New Orleans graduate of Rev. 8. E Wasson, arrived in Anniston last night to establish a training school for boys with military features. He is a 191 year graduate of Vanderbilt University at Rash rile.
The article explains the earth turning like a corkscrew with spiral movement harmonizing with the sun’s orbit and daily rotation. It claims the glacial periods are a continuous effect of this spiral motion and credits William Andrews (1798–1887) as discovering the diuturnal theory.
The piece outlines medieval university life showing young entrants, self governed halls, and student run statutes. It contrasts northern initiation rites in Germany Italy with Bologna style universitas where students form the guilds and elect rectors while professors face strict student oversight and routine enforcement.
Authorities and student representatives discuss the sheriff race with many students favoring Woodruff, while some idle or sham students appear in the crowd. Professors rarely shift duties to their juniors, maintaining traditional roles.
An Ohio Farmer column presents a rural poem about happiness. It contrasts a content, kind person with the stingy rich who grumbles at Providence. The speaker values a generous heart and steady kindness over wealth or appearance, praising inner character.
A terse note indicates Edmondson will receive substantial support across the county with organizers urging supporters to back him at home as the campaign continues.
The Central Rabbit Board in Queensland has decided to discontinue extirpation efforts against rabbits, abandoning chicken cholera as a method. The Gazette notes poisoning as the previously favored remedy, but marks this as another failed attempt in the long struggle against rabbits.
A political note from Anniston says voters will back McCraw for sheriff with strong support. A tangential item praises a novel cuff design shown in New York haberdashers that features a double cuff opening at both front and back requiring two different link sets.
A church dedication fundraiser features a preacher misnaming donors as "five Black children" then correcting to "five little colored children" amid lighthearted laughter. White donors named Black-Short Stories appear in the scene.
A terse Chicago Daily News blurb notes a figure nicknamed a loafer déver who excuses his lapses from training and avoids practice. The item highlights habit and public reaction without detailing consequences or identity.
A clipped mix of political appeal and a travelogue excerpt recounts voting for M. W. Mc Craw for Sheriff alongside a note about golf at extreme altitudes in the Mont Blanc region. Capt. F. E. Adair’s book A Summer in High Seas is cited with a tale of camp golf at lofty passes and a putting contest on short turf by a lake.
A brief item notes a ball dress described as cut low leads to a high bill, as reported by the Chicago Daily. The reader is reminded of the cost implications of formal attire.
A local election appeal urges residents to cast ballots in support of E mondson in the race for sheriff. The notice stresses voter participation and a focus on law enforcement leadership.
A Padgate Magazine account details a French or English canvassing art fraud involving a nobleman with a sealed Rubens, a canvas jobber, and a clever American visitor. The copy, hidden in a thin panel, fooled buyers until edge inspection revealed the deceit.
Local officials urge continued leadership by renominating Dave Burns for Tax Assessor. The backing underscores trust in his administration and commitment to county fiscal oversight.
Oxford residents show support for McCraw in the sheriff race with endorsements and visible campaign activity. Local officials and community groups discuss safety plans and law enforcement priorities ahead of the election.
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