Engagement of E Wallace Bullard and Hattie Wilson Noted in Oxford
Oxford residents herald the engagement of E Wallace Bullard of Anniston and Hattie Wilson of Talladega. Bullard, youngest son of Dr. and Mrs. A F Bullard, is praised for potential. Wilson, daughter of Fred Wilson of Talladega, is described as beautiful and accomplished. Planned celebrations and social interest unfold across Oxford Anniston and Talladega.
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E. Wallace Bullard
Anniston
Misa Hattie Wilson
Talladega
Oxford
Mr. Bullard
A. F. Bullard
Miss Wilson
Fred Wilson
8. K. Borders
Lillian Miller
Oxford Social Notes and Military Muster May 1907
Residents and visitors mingle in Oxford as families tour the city and Rev. Cuthrell returns from revival. Camp 1551 U.C.V. and Katharine Steel chapter D.A.R. schedule meetings while Calhoun Rifles drill for may muster. W W Jones returns from illness. town anticipates minstrel show and summer encampment.
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Calhoun Rifles
Oxford
Ala
A. M. Humphries
Third Infantry
Ben Higginbotham
Vinci Vinol Endorsement Chiefs in Anniston Ad
Mr Scarbrough of Scarbrough Drug Co touts Vinol cod liver extract as a health booster for all ages in Anniston. He claims concentrated Vinol removes the old oil, adds tonic iron, and guarantees strength with no cost if it fails. The note lists Searbhrough Drug Co as sole Anniston agent and urges readers to find Vinci agency locally.
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Scarbrough
Scarbrough Drug Company
Anniston
Vinci
Mr. Scarbrough
United States
Searbhrough Drug Co
Strength All In Her Wishbone Reflection
A Philadelphia Record anecdote contrasts a young wife who seldom acts with her friend who freely achieves. The friend explains success hinges on a strong wishbone paired with a weak back bone, highlighting motivation versus execution.
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Philadelphia Record
May Wardrobe Advice Urges Lighter Clothes and Attire
The article prompts readers to shed heavy garments and undergarments as the month of May arrives, encouraging lighter seasonal wear to suit warmer weather.
Haynes Hingson Gox Outfit Men in Light Stylish Garments
Local shop Haynes Hingson Gox promotes light comfortable garments and a wide tie selection. Bright colors are highlighted as fresh and attractive, inviting patrons to visit the store and see the offerings.
Socialism Will Prevail by M. M. Williams
National Socialist Party organizer M. M. Williams argues wage earners and young women face poverty due to monopoly and wealth concentration. He portrays socialism as justice for workers and foresees its acceptance as civilization evolves.
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M. M. Williams
The
Socialist Party
Washington
United States
Advancement of the Negro by Booker T. Washington
Booker T. Washington argues the post slavery era opened a wide field for African Americans in both commerce and skilled labor, influencing moral and Christian life. He compares missionary work to teaching farming skills, noting practical conduct appeals more than abstract theology. He cautions that the average person judges utility over doctrinal differences.
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South
United States
House Guest Critics Roast Host After Praise
A New York Press quip notes guests compliment a hostess on her flat and wallpaper and books yet mock the arrangement and unreadable leaves. The moral: despite lavish entertaining, guests indulge in sharp satire about decor and hospitality.
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New York Press
Manuscript Sale Reported in Ragman Exchange
Scribbles and Dribbles chatter about selling manuscripts last week. Scribbles claims he unloaded all his writings to a Ragman for about two cents per pound while Dribbles doubts the price. The exchange captures streetwise banter on literary salvage in Chicago.
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Chicago News
Queer Book Titles From an Antiquary Shelf
An antiquary surveys a dusty shelf of prints and pamphlets dating to the 18th century. He notes curiously titled works including Sermons to Asses from Salem 1792 Look to It or I ll Stab Ye a 1743 on polygamy A Dissertation on the Pertness of Our Youth at Tea Tables and Quippes For Upstart Newfangled Gentlewomen with a Glass to View the Pride of Vainglorious Woman from the same era.
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Salem
Is Noolywed Happily Married Delicaten Stop News
A Chicago News item notes gossip about Noolywed and his wife Mrs Noolywed, citing rumors of a happy marriage and remarks on her cooking while mentioning his habit of stopping at a delicatessen on the way home.
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Doyle
Philadelphia Press
Oxford News
A. J. Adair
Oxford Department
T. Priebe
Jenifer
Wright Staples and
Birmingham
City
John D. Staples
William O. Turnipaced
McPherson Avenue
Thad M. Gwin & Co
Fe.a. Aderholt
Meading
W. Aderholt
Joe Davis
Cedartown, Ga
Tom Lee Bagley
George FP. Cuthrell
Phenix
Cuthrell
Gordon Memorial Camp No. 1551
U. C. VI
Council Chamber
Kelly
G Co. Crow
W. T. Dd
Katharine Steel
James RK. Draper
Company TI
W. W. Jones
Rockland
Mr. Jones
Haynes, Hingson & Gox
Advancement of the
Booker T. Washington
Star
Cart
Rexarr
Adj
Scarbrough Drug Co
DRUGG
W. H. McKleroy
W. A. Davis
CC. D. Wouveuff
R. F P. Smith
Anniston National Bank
Comptroller of the Currency
U. S
Anniston Steam
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