Morgan county ginned less cotton in 1919
Morgan county ginnings fell in 1919 compared with 1918, with total ginnings in 1918 at 16 981. Notes include J W Owens and daughter Geneva returning from Nashville to visit relatives, E Price arriving from Lansing for the holidays, A P Smith hosting, Vinemont happenings, Orrick Davis home from Auburn for the holidays, Miss Mabel Pride visiting from Memphis, and the marriage of Orin White to Hubert Aycock announced for December 20.
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Morgan County
Eugene White
Athens
Orin
Hubert Aycock
Vecatur’s Christmas Eve Glow Brightens Busy Town
The crowd-filled Saturday night recalls olden days as shoppers flood the streets. The whiteway shines and relief comes for tired businessmen who have awaited this moment for weeks, as people walk to and from, buying gifts.
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Vecatur
TNC
Charleston Paper Praises Congressman McMillan
Charleston's hometown paper lauds Congressman Thomas McMillan of the First South Carolina District, noting his strong re-election record and absence of opposition. The Charleston Post highlights his appointment to the House Rules Committee, describing the panel as the governing body and detailing its historical use under the Cannon regime.
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Thomas McMillan
Charleston
D. C
Claude McMillan
Decatur
McMillan
Charleston Post
South Carolina
Rules Committee
House
Democratic Concise
There a Santa Claus by Dr C G Todd
An editor's note introduces Dr. C G Todd's Christmas essay arguing Santa Claus embodies faith hope and charity. He compares Santa and Uncle Sam, discusses child development and moral food, and recounts a Christmas morning visit to a poor family stressing joy and belief as essential lessons.
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Santa Claus
Dr. C. G. Todd
Uncle Sam
Santa
The World’s Needs What Bad Bank and Good Stock
Arthur Brisbane surveys economic shifts from auction markets to strategic games like chess, contrasting financial trends with social concerns. He questions public priorities and examines Germany’s discouraged youth amid global tensions.
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Germany
What the world needs devotion and a new year
William T. Dewart argues that the world needs devotion a call for concentration but clarifies the focus remains unspecified urging disciplined effort amid an uncertain year.
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William T. Dewart
Universal Revolution Not The Answer To World Woes
The piece argues that nations chase varied ideals from universal revolution to peace and money, while the real issue is distribution and coordinated effort. It cites bank failures led by Max D. Steuer, contrasts stock and bank outcomes, and notes discussions on Germany reparations, gold standard, bi metalism, and the danger of abandoning gold. It reflects on leadership, responsibility, and the need for change in effort rather than cessation of activity.
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Lenz
Culbertson
Darwin
Lord
Germany
H. J. Allen
Kansas
France
Smoot
Earth
Understanding Helping Handicapped Children
M D discusses permanent hearing loss and progressive impairment, stressing reading, lip reading, and early classroom seating. Emphasizes teacher adjustments, lip classes, and the need to support hard of hearing children to access reading and language. One in eight children is hard of hearing.
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Hs Hedcohinearing
Three Lynching Pushes Federal Anti Lynching Effort
Washington reports three recent lynchings in Maryland and West Virginia spur renewed interest in federal anti lynching legislation. The piece notes Hoover's reportedly favorable view of the Dyer bill, Democratic resistance, and arguments about states rights while citing the rising 1930s lynching toll and questions of guilt among victims.
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Ashington
D. C
Congress
Washington
Maryland
West Virginia
National Equal Rights Association
Hoover
Abandoning the Gold Standard Debate Cited
The quote argues that declaring an abandonment of the gold standard hinges on having access to all available gold. It notes a hypothetical of Rockefeller proving five hundred million in bank assets to claim the wealth standard remains intact.
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Rockefeller
Christmas carol visit to Athens aged and sick
Athens Alabama December 22 special report says singers from Athens churches will go from house to house on Christmas Eve night singing carols to the aged and sick while carrying lighted candles. The plan includes community efforts to aid those unable to enjoy the season due to hardship.
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Athens
Ala
Why should we worry about Manchuria and fear
The speaker claims abundant resources and production, yet laments misused wealth. A critic cites Ambassador Forbes pushing Japan from Manchuria and notes the League of Nations’ hesitancy. The piece ridicules U S policy and urges action to avoid ridicule.
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Mr. Forbes
Tokio
Japan
Manchuria
George M. Pullman hires Seibert for first sleeping car
On this day in 1858 George M. Pullman engaged Leonard Seibert to remodel a passenger coach into the first sleeping car, marking a milestone in railroad travel.
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George M. Pullman
Leonard Seibert
White Christmas Observed at Athens First Methodist and Baptist
In Athens Alabama on December 22 a White Christmas service at First Methodist Church was led by Mrs. W H Barnard of Athens College with special offerings to the Methodist orphanage and the home for aged and retired ministers. The Baptist church held a Christmas pageant with a benevolence offering to church causes.
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Athens
Ala
First Methodist Church
W. H. Barnard
Athens College
Methodist
the Baptist
Two Prohibition Suspects Arrested in Morgan County
Two arrests were made over the weekend by Morgan County sheriff's forces, with two individuals placed in jail on charges of violating prohibition laws. Otherwise, county conditions remained quiet.
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Morgan County
Americans Lost 7,184 Killed in Revolutionary War
During the Revolutionary War 7,184 Americans were killed or died of wounds received in action, marking a severe toll on the colonies and their pursuit of independence.
Old Fashioned Christmas Hymn Verse and Greeting
A spiritual meditation opens with a biblical scene of the Magi presenting gold frankincense and myrrh to the infant Jesus, followed by a seasonal verse wishing a hearty old fashioned Christmas and a glad welcome to the New Year.
Christmas greeting from a 19th century public notice
A festive seasonal message reflects on Christmas as a time of peace and joy. It notes December 25 as the birth of the Prince of Peace and expresses wishes for happiness health prosperity and better times in the New Year for all readers.
Christmas Greetings From The Mailbox Of goodwill
A festive note states that Christmas is time for goodwill to all and extends warm wishes to everyone everywhere. The playful wish includes hoping Santa Claus delivers a full sleigh and avoids finding readers out, capturing a lighthearted holiday tone.
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Santa Claus
The Christmas Spirit and Family Joy in the Holidays
A reflective Christmas message about aging and parenting. It speaks of the human wish to help others as years pass, the softening effect of Christmas on even the hardest people, and the simple joys of family gatherings and gifts. It ends with a wish for every child to feel a youthful soul and for happiness to increase for others.
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Santa Claus
Heaven
Christmas Gift Dilemma Sparks Family Banter
In a light holiday conversation, Jimmy favors an engine or roller skates over a new suit. Harold jokes about visiting the Tonsil Sisters, and Jacob asks why they are named so, with Harold mentioning they have had them out.
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Jimmy
Harold
Big Boy
Jacob
Billygoat Eats Looking Glass for Reflection
A billygoat remarks on the quote food for reflection as it bites into a looking glass, turning a proverb into a literal and curious scene. The moment blends whimsy with a metaphor of self examination.
A Cheerful Letter Lights The Traveler Home
A cheerful letter is described as a beacon to a traveler who has lost his way. It brings refreshing sweetness like a summer morning and honeyed sunshine of spring, offering guidance and comfort.
Community Culture Club In Sessions
The Community Culture Club of Moulton held its monthly meeting at Mrs. J. B. Richardson’s country home on the Moulton Courtland highway. Sociological topics included Juvenile and Probation Courts Drifting Homes Recreation Through Community Organization and a show of Alabama history with a reading of Miss Julia Tutwiler’s Alabama. The next meeting on January 29 will address Mythology at Mrs. R. P. Irwin’s home.
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Moulton
Ala
Community Culture Club
J. B. Richardson
Moulton-Courtland Highway
Alabama
Julia Tutwiler
John C. Forney
R. P. Irwin
L. F. Howell
O. L. Judy
B. F. Weaver
Richardson
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