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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1906
Page
8
Foundry workers complain of a heat and dust related illness. symptoms include headaches nervousness and tiredness. John Coughlin of Detroit recounts recovery after using Cooper's New Discovery, touted as spring and fall medicine by L. T. Cooper. agency assigned to WIKle of Detroit.
More than two thousand members of the Carriage Builders' National association attended the opening session of its thirty fourth annual convention in Atlanta. President A G Bronfman of Cincinnati opened the event as representatives from state and city welcomed the visitors. Perrin P Hunter of Cincinnati gave the response, with Lucius Gregory of Chase City Virginia and Max Robinson of Martinsburg West Virginia among the speakers.
Local ad promises Hyomei cures for catarrh and coughs as fall symptoms rise. It claims quick improvement after the first day and urges a guaranteed purchase by Scarborough Drug Company, pricing a complete outfit at 1 dollar with extra bottles 50 cents.
An advertisement promotes gas coke as a clean and cheapest fuel for grates and base burners, priced at 1.50 dollars per ton delivered by Anniston Electric and Gas Co. Telephone 109.
A linen shower hosted by Miss Margaret Reynolds honored Miss Claire Woodruff with yellow and white decorations, gifts of linen, and a salad course. Attendees included Miss Claire Woodruff, Hermoine Brown, Nell Hopkins, Nelle Thomason, and several out of town guests from Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, and Indianapolis. The report also covers the Chamblee-Swan wedding plans and updates on local society events and visitors.
An old observer recalls a tale of dress versus capability in the insurance field. A hustling former wage worker seeking advancement fails a district manager's eye, while a well dressed rival is rejected for over polish. The shunned candidate later misses success. the underestimated, less pristine agent thrives by delivering results.
A 1,200 pound copper cable from the Southern Steel Company plant was stolen in Gadsden, described as the largest copper theft in the city. The reefed cable, intended for the electric department, remained wound and unused on site, comprising multiple wires over half an inch in diameter.
Local weather summary reports barometer 30.10 at 7 am with 63 temperature and 0 precipitation. Southeast wind at 6 mph. High 76 at 11 am, low 61 at 1 am. Cloudy with increasing cloudiness and possible rain tonight or Wednesday. W. F. Clark, Local Observer.
Reportedly a 1200 pound roll was stolen and later melted down or sold after an express shipment was arranged. Investigators believe the wire was melted and disposed of, leaving the full sequence of events uncertain.
An Anniston based agent proclaims the company creed emphasizing honest sales, life insurance benefits, and customer fairness. The message highlights forty years in business and claims patrons have left over ten million dollars in inheritance through insurance, inviting readers to meet before applying.
Gas Coke offers the cleanest and cheapest sat burners at 4.50 per ton delivered. telephone 109.
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