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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1910
Page
2
The Alabama State Sunday School Convention meets April 26 to 28 in Anniston. An estimated fifteen hundred delegates are expected, challenging the city to house and entertain visitors. The Star urges residents to open their homes to accommodate the guests as hotels and private boarders may not suffice.
The Star reports about a convention expected to draw fifteen hundred delegates and many visitors from surrounding areas. It urges private homes to house guests and stresses organized preparation in advance. Three hundred Birmingham excursionists are planned for a single day, and cordial hospitality is urged to leave a strong impression.
The piece argues the Democratic Party will lead a new Congress in an extraordinary session next month with a House majority of about sixty five and Senate influence with insurgents. It urges enacting laws for the common citizen and adhering to pre election pledges to ensure a triumphant 1912.
A chronicle of notable 17th to early 20th century events and births including the Portsmouth covenant signing on March 7 1638, Stephen Hopkins birth, Henry Knox Craig birth and death, the Massachusetts Society for Promoting Agriculture incorporation, Jacob Collamer becoming Postmaster General, Champ Clark birth, New Brunswick’s Confederation vote, Queen Ranavalona III’s exile, Lord Methuen’s capture, and Albert M Palmer’s death.
Classified ad notice urges promotion of a business through print advertising. It argues advertising can create demand, attract customers, and boost sales for enterprises that deserve encouragement in the market.
The Montgomery Advertiser criticizes Gov. O Neal for relying on a political cabal in Montgomery. It notes Walker Percy challenged his acts in the House and says appointments often lacked distinct fitness. The paper urges the governor to distance himself from the cabal or face continued embarrassment and political risk.
The article outlines upcoming senate appointments and party balances, noting leaders like Luke Lea and James E. Martine, with highlights on state contests in Kentucky and New Jersey. It also mentions mayoral withdrawals, the labor of the Ways and Means panel, and the New York suffrage parade as a broader political snapshot.
An advertisement urges people with poor blood and low energy to visit Searbrough Drug Co to try Vinol cod liver and iron tonic. It promises renewed strength and vitality, offers a money back guarantee, and cites Mrs. C R Catlin of Leipsic Indiana as a testimonial claiming indigestion relief and restored vigor.
The Navy League of the United States holds a session in Los Angeles to awaken public interest and cooperation in improving and developing naval forces. The organization pursues public engagement on naval matters and supports national defense efforts.
An old newspaper ad promotes a product to cure a cold in one day with laxative bromide quinine tablets. Druggists refund money if it fails. The box carries E W Grove’s signature. Price listed as 26 5¢.
Telephone No. 72 and get Watson to do your hauling. Plenty of teams wagons drays and men. Everything in this line handled with dispatch and safety. To expect a store to forge ahead of its advertising is like a train running faster than its engine.
The United States league began its annual convention in the city with many delegates in attendance. The meeting will focus on Pacific coast needs and naval issues tied to the Panama canal completion. Officers include President Horace Porter Vice President Truman H Newberry and treasurer J P Morgan Jr.
Last Wednesday morning, John Kelly passed away after a brief illness. A bright, devout boy loved by family and friends, he stood as a Sunday school favorite and Bible stories enthusiast. His funeral Friday at West Anniston Methodist Church, with ministers from Second Presbyterian, drew sorrowing relatives as his remains were laid to rest at sunset.
A memorial notice recalls a newly made grave and flowers from many friends. It laments the loss while expressing belief in the deceased’s ascent to a peaceful mansion beyond the starry skies. The verses bless the departed and hope for a heavenly reunion.
Letters testamentary issued to Eva Lee Glass by the Calhoun County Alabama Probate Court on February 23 1911 for the Susan B Fairbanks estate. All claims must be presented within the legal period or be barred. Witness my hand February 28 1911.
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