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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1909
Page
5
Hamp Reynolds of this city won a baton as best leader at the Primitive Baptist church in Oxford. A committee of young ladies awarded the prize. Death of aged Georgian Mr Land near Dallas Ga brings sorrow to many as his family spreads across the Southern States.
Regular ship ments of Florida oranges and Sealshipt oysters begin. Sealshipt oysters promised daily through spring with no water added and strong flavor. Oranges priced at 20 to 30 cents per dozen, Graham Flour shipments arriving, Shaker salt marketed as pure and non cak ing. STERNE'S.
Multiple local ads promote hats in latest styles for women and misses, Kabo corsets with new models, cleaning and pressing for gentlemen and ladies, coal and wood from Allman Bros and Anniston Wood & Coal Co, and Anniston Steam Laundry promising thorough work. Also a quotation on household budgeting.
H Clay Davis proclaims steadfast commitment to providing "the best insurance on earth" in a compact ad saluting longevity and reliability from a local agent.
An advertising notice from Ullman Brothers promoting Fall Style Book patterns priced 15 cents to 20 cents each. The brief offers the best fitting and newest style patterns available in the market.
Butenshon and Purcell purchased Southern Birmingham Paint Co stock and will sell in Anniston at half price from Oct 1 to 31. Blake offers first class livery service and new buggies, with special attention to boarders. Ullman Bros advertises latest style neckwear belts buckles pockets and more.
Dr. Al Len A Greene at 18 East Twelfth Street advertises a mowing machine and weed-eating service for vacant property. R O Watson offers prompt dray hauling by calling telephone no 72. An agency for the Atlanta Journal returns, delivering for ten cents a week via Eros' Book Store from Oct 2 to 21.
The cotton market opened steady in New York on October 4 and climbed 4 to 7 points during the day before a slight reaction trimmed about half the gain. Prices for strict good middling ranged near 1414 cents per pound with broader market activity noted.
Fair tonight and Tuesday. The region is set for calm skies and mild temperatures. Separately two arrests were made in Jacksonville on Sunday law and gaming charges with upcoming court dates. Local ads urge Majestic Ware promotions and various services from hardware to dray and coal deliveries.
Local automobilists plan to meet the Birmingham pathfinding delegation tomorrow and escort them toward Atlanta via Talladega.
Come and see the great cooking wonder at our store next week. You have a chance to get a Souvenir Set of Ware free. See large advertisement in this paper. Anniston Hardware Co. Oct 4d-616.
A brief note suggests skipping the want ads today may be wise, hinting at better opportunities elsewhere. The snippet emphasizes restraint and practical choices amid uncertain listings.
In a two hour and twenty minute session eleven convictions were handed down and twenty cases disposed. Fines totaled 351.30 with several notable cases including two for blind tigering and three for Sunday drunks.
Anniston Hardware Co announces a demonstration week from October 11 to 16 for the Majestic Souvenir Set of Ware. The event promotes a full line of durable kitchen and dining pieces on sale during the period.
A globe trotter recalls visiting a Vancouver hotel where a Japanese waitress served him first and ensured he received the larger portions. He notes that in Japanese eyes a man is seen as more important than a woman, highlighting cultural gender hierarchy.
The passage notes engagement among Protestant denominations, the Roman Catholic Church, and the Jewish faith in an interfaith context. It highlights dialogue across major faiths and shared concerns.
The notice hints at a peculiar want ad in the issue. It suggests readers may find something unusual or revealing amid the classified listings and related notices.
St Louis, Mo. marks its centennial with firing salutes bells and whistles from mills railroads and steamboats. Thousands of visitors fill the city as balloon races attract vast crowds in the western riverfront. The day features two balloon distance contests and a bustling week of events. Kansas City also hosts the annual Priests of Pallas carnival drawing crowds with parades balls and an auto parade as downtown is lavishly decorated.
Atlanta October 4 The state prison commission began a final hearing on John Harper the Murray county slayer amid petitions urging commutation to life. Harper was convict ed of killing Sheriff Ben Keith of Murray county in August 1907 during an attempted arrest. He has faced death three times and was saved by respite each time.
Dock Collett a Bert 8 farmer and citizen was in town on business. Cain and J N Merrell of Birmingham were among today’s visitors. C T Robinson returning from Dalton Ga to finish plumbing on the Government building contract. Henry and Miss Nettie Warr of Fruithurst visited Anniston. W F E Richardson of Atlanta arrived this morning. Henry and B F Wiley of Montgomery registered at the Alabama. J W Williams of Baltimore and T Ben Kerr of Piedmont attended city court.
An elderly craftsman notes that brass doorplates once marked prominence and homely status. He recalls doorplates shining over entrances twenty years ago, but modern life with mobile tenants and many apartments makes fixed plates seem out of place.
Hundreds of patrons will testify to the fact that Star Want Ads draw customers and boost business, according to notices of testimony and public interest.
Early week shoppers are urged to seek value as retailers unveil new ad driven discounts. Local merchants promote limited time prices on essentials and select goods to attract buyers this week.
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