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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1906
Page
5
A short, cryptic note hints at two items or people that rely on one another to form a whole. The phrasing suggests a dynamic of mutual dependence, with a nod to fashion or status via Saks as a possible clue.
Report notes J T Martin W C Sargent A L Blackmore Z L Burton and H Goodlett among Jacksonville visitors at City court. Also mentions local ads for sliced meats with new corned beef roulade and other deli items, plus update on Mrs Glover’s health after Birmingham visit.
The year old son of Mr and Mrs J H Bice of Glen Addie died after a brief illness. The funeral is set for tomorrow with interment at Cane Creek. Mr Bice works as a molder at Kilby's.
Street work will dig eight inches. Carter Piano Company resumes tuning and repair service led by Mr. Camp. Telephone 467 Winter travel described. Outing Magazine reflects on harsh mountain conditions and the effort to keep trails passable through snow and thaw.
The Star announces Dr. J. M. Whiteside as a Democratic candidate for the councilman position from Ward Four. He seeks the party nomination and public support in the upcoming election.
The people of Coden and Bayou La Batre appeal to the Alabama Press Association and the state for aid. They describe 15 foot tides and near total destruction, with 70 homes erased in Coden and substantial loss of life in the beach area. They request materials, money, and manpower to bury the dead, shelter the homeless, and rebuild to restore order and work. J. A. Joullian and A. C. Harte sign as president and financial secretary of the relief association.
The notice warns of extensive crop damage from continued rain and labor shortages. It urges readers to economize and shop at F. M. Nixon's store for low prices on food, clothing, and household goods to meet tough times.
A description from Com pressed Air Magazine outlines how fog forms in air locks as pressure drops and dew point is reached. The account notes relief when reintroducing pressure, creating a controllable fog and linking it to condensation physics.
Hon R P Thomason was today elected chairman of the city democratic executive committee. F M Nixon was elected to succeed the late J E Livingston from Ward 3, W T Edmondson Jr resigned as secretary and is succeeded by S W John.
First Lieutenant congratulates the other on his engagement while the Second Lieutenant notes he has begun pistol practice. The exchange reflects military life and informal banter between Lieutenants.
A Bohemian line quotes a wife asking for a hundred dollars for a new dress and a husband proposing fifty for a new suit. The couple concludes compromise is needed and to wear what they have.
Charles Lamb described as a fierce tobacco smoker in youth with Dr Parr. He claimed he gained his heavy habit by rolling after it in a witty reply. As years passed he eased his Intimacy with tobacco and spoke of a burnt out volcano emitting occasional puffs. He issued a Farewell Ode to Tobacco and noted headaches from tobacco delayed praise to Wordsworth.
The piece traces the phrase A capful of wind to Norse king Eric VI who died in 907 AD It suggests he could direct the wind by turning his cap and earned the nickname windy cap The text also links a bagful of wind to Aeolus and his stored winds in legend.
A young woman strolling with Sydney Smith remarks a pea cannot reach perfection. He gallantly offers his arm and promises to lead perfection to the pea amid garden chatter.
A reflective line attributed to George Washington on the stubborn effort required to nurture the spark of conscience within. The quote frames moral persistence as a lifelong labor.
A brief aphorism from the Philadelphia Record advising persistence and balance in retrying efforts without excess. The quotation emphasizes repeated effort with moderation to avoid overdoing it.
Anniston Electric & Gas Co promotes gas coke as cleanest and cheapest fuel for grates and base burners at 4.50 per ton delivered, with contact via telephone 109.
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