Political ticket listed for local offices
M. W. Woodruff appears as candidate for treasurer with Henry 8. Glover listed for treasurer and D. Z. Goodlett for tax collector. The brief slate outlines two offices and names associated with them.
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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1900
Page
12
M. W. Woodruff appears as candidate for treasurer with Henry 8. Glover listed for treasurer and D. Z. Goodlett for tax collector. The brief slate outlines two offices and names associated with them.
Mr. R. B. L. New succeeds late Captain H. C. Graham as editor of the Selma Journal. New previously served as city editor of The Journal and is described as a capable newspaper man.
The Jackson mill, now practically assured, will push Calhoun county to ten mills. The question remains which other Alabama county can match such a showing.
The Alabama press calls for a reformatory institute for youthful criminals. Washington correspondents filled space with news on spring clothes of U S Senators. Senators Morgan and Pettus wear black while younger members appear in white frock coats with long tails.
The Paris Exposition highlights Indian corn products as a main exhibit. It argues corn bread is wholesome, nutritious, and world supply is insufficient, boosting demand for the U.S. staple and benefiting American farmers as exports have doubled in the last decade.
Jim Nunnelee sells The Selma Times and announces retirement from newspaper work in Sundays issue. He has long been a beloved figure in Alabama journalism and will be missed, with his former paper The Evening News in Anniston remembered fondly by local readers.
Senator Clark of Montana rose to fame for political sins in the name of Democracy. He presided over two constitutional conventions, pleasing many, but his deep prejudices led him to excess against a political enemy, earning him a place among the politically dead.
Porunist nominee Towne advocates re adopting the Ch engo platform adding anti imperialist anti trust and anti financial planks. He says imperialism is the leading issue trusts second and the financial question third, voicing Col. Bryan's sentiments.
The Kansas City convention will include delegates from Porto Rico and Hawaii who will have a voice in deliberations. The statement echoes a stance that democracy should not practice taxation without representation.
Over the past ten months of the current fiscal year the treasury reports a surplus of 58 million dollars while officials see no immediate relief from the revenue stamp nuisance.
An old advertisement promotes Kermott’s Chocolates as a laxative quinine cold cure. It targets children with ic? candy wording and claims to relieve head cold and sore throat. The item reflects era marketing for home remedies.
Music lovers in Anniston are urged to attend the last recital at St Michael's Church featuring Mr. Lough with assistance from Miss Lula Wise the Selma contralto. The performance promises an evening of notable vocal mastery and diverse offerings.
The Selma Morning Times changes hands with sale by J. H. Nunnelee to J. C. Adler and associates. Nunnelee states reasons for the sale in a Sunday message and will stay in Belma. James F. Golson becomes editor and Louis Bamburger remains business manager. Golson has prior editorship at the Alabama Mirror in Selma.
A merchant travels to a tranquil countryside where a cornfield boy whistles as he works. The man hires the youth into his counting house but the boy’s whistle proves disruptive and he is dismissed after two days. Boston Courter.
A note reports a bridge jump incident labeled as a drop too much with a political tag Chicago Democrat. It mentions no berries or small fruits being grown in the Philippines.
Wounded man Ed O'Brien shows improvement as telegrams report injuries less dangerous and a priest not initially needed. A rescue party including his mother, mother-in-law, relatives, and Dr. Paul D. Vanne traveled by freight to attend him. others returned home. The incident caused local excitement due to his popularity.
An early 20th century advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy for lung strength and soundness. The text credits E am Drug Co as the seller and frames the product as beneficial against chest ailments and coughing.
The court ruled that hairdressing and shaving are professions not covered by the Lord's Day act. Barbers may open Sundays without fear of prosecution, as the decision removes Sunday labor from the act's scope.
Chas. Replogle of Atwater Ohio could not work due to kidney trouble. After four days using Foley's Kidney Cure he was cured. Trade item supplied by Elam Drug Co.
Anniston Lumber Co advertises shingles and invites customers to call for roofing materials and service. The notice emphasizes product availability and local contact for quotes.
Transfer tickets sell on the different lines at 5¢ for trip within the Anniston car lines and 7¢ to or from Anniston and Ox to or from Oxford and Anniston. These tickets are in the conductors and for cash only, no other ticket of any character being exchanged.
Special vehicles operate Sundays for visitor transport to Oxford Lake with reasonable rates. A beautifully illuminated car is available for evening parties.
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