Military company organized in Evansville for possible war with Mexico
John Wellenmeyer city sealer of Evansville began organizing a military company last night in the city building. The group, largely colored, seeks to offer its services to the U S government in the event of war with Mexico and includes veterans from the Spanish American War.
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Evansville
Ind
John ©.Wellenmeyer
United States
Mexico
William Fellows
Philip
Wanted Old Feathers and Burlap Sacks for Decatur Hide and Tallow
Worn feathers and burlap sacks are requested by New Decatur Hide and Tallow Co. Bring old feather beds to 241 Moulton Street. Manager Compton directs collection at this location.
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Decatur
Headache Edy Sold By Dillehay Bros In Various Bottles
An advertisement touts EAS-IT described as the wonderful headache remedy. It claims relief for headache neuralgia and nerve pain with bottles priced at 10c 26c and 50c and offers money back if unsatisfied. Sold by Dillehay Bros.
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Dillehay
Old Tom Cat and Society notes in Decatur item
Patchwork society column records visitors from Lynchburg Athens and Birmingham. Mentions Mrs. L B Lie Mrs V Westmoreland Dr Samuel Lile and families and a church glee club meeting with plans for Trinity camping trips in August.
Paroled Convict Enters Best Society Circle
A paroled convict enters high society life following release. Albert Driscoll becomes engaged to be married to society figure Lle. The article notes social scrutiny and shifting perceptions as the pair navigate public attention.
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Albert Driscoll
Albert
Parole Revoked for Noted Jacksonville Figure’s Alleged Accomplice
In Montgomery a leading Jacksonville businessman’s daughter, engaged to Albert Driscoll alias Cammeyer, faces heartbreak as Driscoll, a paroled safe blower linked to the Green Cove post office theft, is identified by Bertillon photos. Governor O Neal formally revokes his parole and seeks Tennessee return to serve his sentence.
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Driscoll Alias
Cammeyer
Jacksonville
Postoffice
Atlanta
Driscoll
Chattanooga
Bertillon
State Convict Department
Albert
Hirscher Brothers
Montgomery
O'Neal
Alabama
Tennessee
Convict Department
Veggman
Jefferson Powder Company
Birmingham
New York
Post Office
Notable Visitors and Local Arrivals in the Decatur Area
Birmingham’s F. E. Horton is in Decatur with other guests including Chas Sullivan of Florence visiting his parents Dr and Mrs Sullivan. University of Virginia professor Jac A Lile visits Mrs Lile in Trinity as several officials and travelers pass through. Lieutenant Governor Walter D Seed stays at the Bismarck Hotel while Henry J Willingham State Superintendent of Public Instruction visits today. Local figures like J Rountree Deputy Sheriff of Hartselle and R L Rand of Anniston are noted in town on business. Insurance man Lark Malone plans a return visit with his family, drawing many friends, and Ed Lamar of Columbia Tennessee visits en route to Birmingham.
Rugs and Carpets Sold In Your City By Johnson
Our rugs and druggettes are among the most popular floor coverings of the day. We have placed hundreds of samples in and near your city and offer durable products at reasonable prices. A representative is in your city for a few days showing samples and taking orders. Call Ady E. Johnson at the Decatur Hotel.
Gunboat Quiros Fire Incident Sparks Rebel Engagement
The gunboat Quiros was fired upon by rebels during an inspection of firing on the standard OTl ship. The vessel had sailed to investigate the gunfire.
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U. 9
Quiros
Reluctant U S Gunboat Quiros Withdraws Fire
On July 31 in Hapakow the US gunboat Quiros came under fire while investigating a Standard Oil boat incident but withdrew rather than engage. In Kiu-Kiang China the northern army moves toward Sa Ho as troops rush to the front for a major battle.
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Hapakow
United States
Quiros
Alow
Standard Oil Company
Kiu-Kiang
China
Sa-Ho
Decatur Produce House Ad Promotes Poultry and Beans Sale
Ready for Business announces Aug 1 1913 opening at 111 Church St in Decatur for buying and selling poultry eggs hides tallow beans and peas with a brisk sales pitch and market focus on local produce.
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Decatur Produce House
Charch St
Buy and Yell
Notice of Mortgage Sale in Decatur Alabama 1913
Under a 1908 mortgage to New Morgan County Building and Loan Association EB A Brown pledged $800. The sale is at the courthouse door Decatur Morgan County Alabama on August 6 1913 for Lot eight block twenty seven addition two of Decatur Land Improvement and Furnace Company. Dated July 2 1913. By B R Godbey Attorney for the association.
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New
Morgan County Building & Loan Association
EB. A. Brown
Morgan County Building and Loans Association
Deéaster
Alabama
Sald
New Decatur
Morgan County
Decatur Land Improvement & Furnace Company
Decatur
New Morgan County Building & Loan Association
B. WR Godbey
Herb ine for bowel disturbances advertised by Owl Drug Co
A vintage ad promotes HERBINE as a remedy for disturbances in the bowels. It claims to purify bowel channels promote regular movement and leave the user bright vigorous and cheerful. Price 50 cents. Sold by Owl Drug Co.
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Owl Drug Co
Prompt delivery notice to subscribers encourages phone reports
Our paper aims for prompt afternoon delivery and asks subscribers to call if not received. Reported delays help us ensure carriers serve you each day.
Home builders urged to inspect plumbing and heating work
The notice emphasizes that quality plumbing and heating materials and workmanship are vital for health and comfort. It urges homeowners to carefully investigate claims, invites inspections, and promises a guarantee to prevent costly future repairs.
Six-Sixty-Six Surprising Stomach Cure Claim
Plainfield New Jersey resident Mrs G Stengle reports relief from chronic stomach trouble after using Chamberlains Tablets. She states she began after reading endorsements and has since eaten almost anything. The letter appears in a local newspaper advertisement.
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G. Stengle
Plainfield
N. J
Chamberlain
Best Medicine in the World Praised for Child’s Dysentery
Mrs William Orvis of Clare Michigan reports her little girl recovered from dysentery after using Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. She declares it the best medicine in the world and notes it is sold by all dealers.
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Chamberlain
Willy
William Orvis
Clare, Mich
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Buttrey's
the Store of Fashion
Decaturs
Rainey
Casa Grande Block
E. H. Allison
Yates
Deliie Theatre
W. CG. Yates
5Th Avenue
10Th Avenue
L. B. Wyatt
U. S. Army
Bank St
Ala
Cedar Fence E
Society
Samuel Lile
Lee
Lynchburg, Va
L. B. Lie
Trinity
V. Westmoreland
Memphis
J. Taylor
Grace
Lillian Sims
Georgiana
The
Lyons
J. W. Legg
Athens
City
S. M. Thompson
Nelson
J. H. McConnell
Ray I. Hoppman
Atheny Democrat
Helen
Kathleen Almon
Apollo Glee Club
Mrs. B. M. Nash
Falkville
Carolee Speake
Vinemont
Ruth Clark
Kathleen Humphrey
Madison
R. H. Wolcott
Irma Sullivan
Mooresville
Otto Moeres
Lorine
Elizabeth Louise Scheer
Wada Vohiers
Laura Pride
Alene Martin
May French
Barney Thompson
Centinary Conservatory
Cleveland
Tenn
Emmons
Thompson
Alex Hardage
Somerville
Gilchrist
Hardage
Foster H. Pointer
Ladies Aid Society
Central Baptist Church
Miss Mallory
Treasury
W. M. Mr of
Baltimore
W. M. Christian
Russellville
the Rebels
Mrs. Binford A. Turney
Jacksonville, Fla
Chatanooga
Bing
Green Cove, Fla
Best Society
the Decatur Cafe
Kansas City Meats
Peter Ballas
Union Depot
F. E. Horton
Chas. Sullivan
Florence
Mrs
Jac. A. Lile
University of Virginia
L. B. Lile
Walter D. Seed
Bismarck Hotel
A. C. Grayson
Huntsville
Lamar Eyster
Bellé Mina
Jeff Eyster
Thomas Doss
Mrs. G. R. Sullivan
J. Rountree
Hartselle
Henry J. Willingham
R. L. Rand
Anniston
Lark,Malone
Mr. Malone
S. P. Mitchell
Hunteville
Ed Lamar
Columbia, Tenn
Ady
E. A. Johnson News
Decatur Hotel
Colgate
Hudnut
Nunnally's
Teeetae
Decatur Water Supply Co
Edw. R. Whitton
Kin-Kiang
W. F. Black
Bond Block
Stolzsteé
Ambrose T. Grayson
M. D
Gas & Light
Second Ave
Williams Mfg. CO
Prope
Cleveland, D
Daniel Drug CO
Brighten UP
Butcher Paint & Paper Co
Sanitary Plumbing & Heating Co
Ohio
Brock & Spight Co
Williams
Proms
Cleveland, Obie Daniel Drug CO
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