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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1900
Page
4
For sheriff M W Woodruff and for treasurer Henry B Glover the slate is shown. The items indicate candidate names with official roles in the race. Voter guidance is implied in the notice and reflects local electoral filings.
A naval officer reportedly develops a shell that easily punctures Krupp armor, threatening the German firm’s grip on gun and armor production. The move challenges Krupp’s wartime dominance as political figures imply shifts in arms policy and military procurement. Philadelphia and Anniston scenes underscore industrial and public event themes.
The Anniston outlook for summer trade is upbeat as three large cotton mills begin work, spurring carpentry, brickwork, and other construction. Residential builds and central foundry improvements promise steady employment and business activity all season, while a street fair aims to draw visitors and boost local commerce. Across the country, Montgomery debates the race issue, and Populist movements in Sioux Falls and Cincinnati center on Bryan’s nomination and the presidential race.
The conventions of the National Populist groups remain in session with differences noted but no imminent clashes reported between factions. Delegates discuss platforms and party unity while observers watch potential impacts on national politics.
FOR RENT. Three six with nine room houses close in one block of post office also one store in a very desirable location Dar ie App r TM m L He Rapean.
A lost check from Anniston payable to the Anniston Water Supply Company for 950 dollars. Finder should return it to Jonyn H. Frye treasurer at the city office.
The Humane Journal argues kind handling of animals improves labor output and reduces fear, urging gentler voices and calm conditions for horses, cattle, poultry, and dairies. It adds that humane treatment should similarly benefit workers, noting good pastures near Weavers with affordable rates from J. A. Bonds two miles east.
Western Union Telegraph Co. wire indicates a boxing event will air from ringside with a Friday night start. Viewers must raise sufficient funds and call the Western Union office with name and amount to witness the fight. Curtain laundering ad and laundry firm details appear in the notice.
Elam Drug conducts special round trip fares for lake parties and family outings. Tickets at 20 cents include a 15 cent coupon for boat hire or rides, valid for one fare each direction between line terminals. 10 cent round trips exist between Oxford and Lake with a 10 cent privilege coupon. Nonalighted riders may ride 14 miles for 10 cents, no tickets accepted for this open car ride, not on Sundays 12 to 6 pm.
The notice states regular coupon tickets sell at 13 for $1.00 with a ride anywhere along the line. A 25 for $1.09 option covers any portion of the line where a five cent fare applies. A monthly ticket provides 52 trips over any portion for the issuing calendar month and is not transferable.
Transfer tickets sold on the different lines for transport between Anniston and Oxford. Tickets are for conductors and for cash only, no other ticket exchange accepted.
Sunday afternoon and evening runs will transport visitors to Oxford Lake. Special cars may be hired at reasonable rates. Also offers a beautiful illuminated car for evening parties.
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