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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1900
Page
6
The ad touts unbeatable quality and low prices, urging readers to compare and choose the best value. It emphasizes superior features and affordability, aiming to attract bargain seekers with bold claims.
A candy maker proclaims a large complete stack of dainty confections on hand. The firm emphasizes specialty in candy production and full, ready supply for customers seeking varied sweets.
The ad urges readers that nice clothing pleases wives sisters and sweethearts and promises easy style upgrades. It claims you can be well dressed for the same cost as other options and encourages trying the service to see results.
May reports from Schofield Utah state the death toll from the mine explosion may reach 250, with relief work ongoing in shifts. Rescue crews work to recover bodies as the final count remains uncertain.
J H Pelman proprietor of the Boston and the Barat stores on Omoath Street consolidates two shops into one to clear two large stocks of seasonable dry goods slices milling nations at near low prices. The move aims to merge all merchandise into a single location.
Center, May 3. The wife of Mr. Gage, a farmer, was shot and killed during a confrontation at the family home. Two unidentified men demanded lodging. a struggle followed as the intruders tried to drag Mr. Gage from the house and shots rang out.
Schenck Sprigs News notes warm weather brings crowded sulphur water outings. The Jacksonville Normal School held its annual picnic with Gen John Forney and teachers present. Health improving among the ill, ten days of good weather aids farmers, and political debate opens with a question about two men discussing scripture or politics.
An old ad touts Kermott's Chocolates as a cure for colds and sore throats, claiming easy consumption as candy. It briefly pivots to fashion, promoting tailor made clothes that suit well dressed men, implying ready made garments look good on a daim y.
Travel to the resort has begun in earnest as Oxford Lake Park adds new boats and puts open cars in service, signaling the height of the season.
At Opelika on May 3 the Daughters of the Confederacy held a heated second day. A resolution to purchase the Jefferson Davis home in Montgomery passed by four votes with a pledge to hear eight Alabama chapters not present. The owners asked a high price. Mrs. John A. Kirkpatrick of Montgomery was elected president on the first ballot. General Harrison, the youngest brigadier in the Confederate service, received a grand reception.
An editorial appeals to readers to support Confederate Veterans attending the reunion. The Star urges liberal subscriptions from all towns and asks residents to donate through A. Serne or John H. Allen at Dixie Hardware, noting veterans’ passing as motivation to help.
A storefront notice from Anniston Stream Laundry Wilson and Rose at Corner Twelfth and Noble streets invites customers to send their cheapest oldest dirty lace curtains for cleaning. The ad promises to return their best items after processing.
Southern railway will run a return excursion from Anniston to Atlanta on May 5 and 6. The outbound leaves Anniston at 7 23 p m and arrives Atlanta at 11 p m May 5. The return departs Atlanta at 12 10 Sunday night May 6. Fare Anniston to Atlanta and back is 1 50. Separate accommodations for white and colored passengers. Contact the local railway ticket agent for details.
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