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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1909
Page
9
Community items list services from cleaners and stables to moving, insurance, and laundry. Local names Blake's Stables H. Clay Davis Anniston Steam Laundry George J. Friedkin and J. L. Wikle sell remedies and antiseptics as Pinealve. Also a preaching note at Galilee Church and a power matters appointment discussed.
News reached here today of the death in Texas of John Irvin a wealthy old man and brother of Dr. R. E. D. Irvin of this city. The report says the death was very sudden. Bees Laxative Cough Syrup is highly recommended for moving the bowels easing inflammation of lungs and throat and stopping the cold. Sold by J. L. Wikie.
Bids are invited until October 29 1909 for erecting a club house for the An niston Country Club. Plans may be viewed at Dixie Hardware Co. The club may reject all bids. W H Mkl eroy law chairman dates noted October 23. Blake's Stables offers first class livery and buggy service with boarder amenities.
Chester Holloway appeared in police court on charges of failing to pay street tax and showing contempt to the court. He claimed a receipt and was discharged for the tax, but fined three dollars for contempt after failing to justify the summons. A medicinal ad for Pineules kidney remedy followed.
Anniston Wood & Coal Co promotes coal and wood at low prices with prompt delivery. R O Watson is urged to place orders by phone 72 for favorable coal prices. The ad stresses careful home budgeting and timely service.
News arrives of Miss Minnie Higgins daughter of a noted planter dying in Eulaton from typhoid. Funeral and interment are set for tomorrow in Eulaton. Serious results from piles can be avoided with ManZan applied to affected parts using the attached nozzle, sold locally by J. L. Wikle.
Ullman Bros offers a complete stock of genuine hair nets in natural colors. The advertisement emphasizes a full assortment for immediate purchase and practical use.
A small morning fire on Nineteenth Street between Quinland and Leighton, occupied by W. C. Gordon, started from a soot fire in the grate. The fire department quickly responded, extinguished the blaze, and left only minor roof and plaster damage from water used.
All new styles include white silk caps for children and colored felt hoods. Prices range from 25 cents to 4 dollars.
Will McNeal, identified as a Black man in the report, pleaded guilty to a charge of disorderly conduct. The brief note records the plea without additional details on sentencing or evidence.
The Recorder heard a charge from early this morning as the husband claimed his actions were play with his wife. The wife displayed a knife wound and described violent dragging. The Recorder fined him 25 dollars plus 3.30 costs, and he collapsed on the bench.
New silk evening dresses arrive featuring the latest styles and fabrics. The arrival highlights refined silhouettes and rich colors designed for formal events and special occasions.
Hon. W. A. Porter former State senator and amendment campaign committee member visited the city. He said the campaign is progressing satisfactorily in Cleburne and believes the amendment will win that county by a decisive majority.
Morode Ladies' Underwear advertises cotton and wool knit underwear in sizes from 50e to 150, highlighting Morode Brand as quality durable and well fitting for women.
Advertisement-heavy item notes readers are urged to check the Star newspaper each day for the latest offers. It highlights persistent ad sections and promotes local sales, services, and notices appearing in the daily issue.
The Forbes Piano Co announces a large educational word contest with prizes including a high art piano. Entrants must submit the largest and nearest correct list of Webster words formed from Bush and Gerts Pianos letters, with constraints on word forms and usage, due by November 8, 1909.
Beautiful silk lined capes arrive in a new assortment of broad cloth capes satin lined in fresh shades and white from Ullman Bros. Also offered are knit petticoats for ladies in neat dark styles priced from $1 to $2.50. A light hint to consider reading the ads today.
The cotton market opened firm this morning and advanced 6 to 12 points before stabilizing. Prices lingered around key grades with January and March bids noted, while local corrections listed strict good middling and good middling levels as markets showed mixed activity.
Numerous individuals from Georgia and nearby states are listed as visiting or staying in Anniston and surrounding towns. Guests include J. Lovvorn of Banning, K A Keese of Newnan, R S Rose of Americus, and J G Moller of Tallapoosa, among others. Dr A L Scarbrough moved his office to a new second-floor location.
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