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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1902
Page
4
The article discusses An niston's growing telephone network and the risk of overbuilding. It notes Southern Bell's substantial investments over two years to improve the exchange and long distance connections. It endorses quality service for subscribers while noting competition's potential drawbacks for the city.
In Swiss towns the school house stands as a symbol of progress and discipline. Pupils learn manners, morals, patriotism, and respect for authority, with cleanliness and reverence for truth and beauty instilled. A North Carolina quote mocks American schooling and recalls a Viking era farm force.
Senator Henry Cabot Lodge argues for presidential power to appoint a fact finding commission for coal strikes. He says public reports before actions would prevent lockouts, reduce public distrust, and curb perceived corporate secrecy fueling trust evils.
A historical discourse argues that women hold the power to achieve universal peace. It cites social influence from the home and maternal authority, suggesting women could end wars by collective resolve and governance in everyday life. The piece echoes a Victorian tone about female influence and peace.
A warning against mercury based treatments notes danger to smell and overall health. Hall's Catarrh Care from F J Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio is advertised as mercury free and taken internally to affect blood and mucous membranes. Testimonials offered free by druggists, price listed.
A series of short notes list visiting or resident figures including Mr A W Woodliff of Gadaden in the city and district, KE A Jones heading to Birmingham, Mr L C Young of Rome Ga sending the Calhoun, Mr John M Daffy of Opelika in the country, and T L Shelton of the Southern Railway in town. Also mentioned are T H Hant of A theta Constr ution, Hugh Smith of Alabama Warehouse, and L T Scarbrough of Austin Texas registered at the Calhoun.
An article extols Clifton flour for purity whiteness and nutrition claiming it outmatches rivals. It stresses affordable pricing for homemakers and notes Owensboro Kentucky based Anbeborp Mills as producer.
An ordinance grants O H Parker & Company rights to erect and maintain telephone lines for thirty years in Anniston Alabama with poles wires and underground conduits. It requires restoration of streets and non exclusive rights. Rates set for residents up to 2500 dollars and businesses up to 40 dollars annually with service to begin within 18 months after acceptance.
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