Decatur Men And Businesses In 1891 Reflect On Local Growth
The narrator recalls his 1891 duties mailing 100 copies weekly of the New Decatur Advertiser edited by C. J. Hildreth from lists by J. E. T. Rutter and revised by Ww. T. Mulligan. He notes Bond block offices, officers, lawyers Harris and Eyster, Bird Scott realtor, W. W. Hedges as banker, postmaster Woodman and staff, doctors Cross and Cross Murray and Dinsmore, the burning of repair shops after yellow fever, and expresses interest in the T V A’s work in Decatur and the Tennessee Valley area. He ends with a note on the female falcon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur Land Improvement and Furnace» Company
New Decatur Advertiser
C. J. Hildreth
J. E. T. Rutter
Ww. T. Mulligan
J. E.T. Rutter
Ww. T._ Mulligan
Allen J. Green
Harris and
Eyster
S. M. Bain
Bird Scott
W.W. Hedges
Exchange Bank
Woodman
Kate Austin
Cross and Cross
Murray and Dinsmore
Decatur
Tennessee Valley
Morgan County Community News Highlights
The article notes closures of Morgan County high and elementary schools on Monday After graduation exercises Thursday night a large crowd praised Prof Ryan and the teachers for their work A Pleasant Grove Methodist church program featured junior girls and singing Various local families and visitors are mentioned including Pierce Moon Ryan Light and McCollum families
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Ryan
Pleasant Grove Methodist
Pleasant Grove
Jewel Knight
G. A
J.J. Moon
Bunk Pierce
Decatur
Shirley Pierce
Geraldine
Albertville
Mary Agnes Ryan
Colomae Light
Alabama Hosiery Mill
Mahlon Putman
Texas
Alma Ryan
D. O. Griffin
Homer McColum
Austinville
J. D. McCollum
Gertis McCollum
Phil Styles
Paronychia A Painful Swelling Around the Base of the Nails
A medical note explains paronychia a painful swelling at the nail base caused by germs yeast or mold. It spreads from redness to pus under the nail fold and may involve several nails. Treatment includes disinfectants X rays and protective gloves, with emphasis on avoiding water exposure and keeping hands dry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King Features Syndicate
Metal Mining Seeks Talent For Future Industry Roles
Congress urges recognizing metals supply security and the vital role of mineral resources. The piece highlights needs for geologists engineers metallurgists and skilled miners, noting training paths and strong career prospects, with a transition hint to office jobs and Tulane University’s 1884 establishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Congressmen Warned by Communist Chief
Arnold Johnson head of the Communist Party national legislative committee warned a Senate Judiciary panel in Washington that the party would go underground if Congress passes Communist control laws. He said the party would refuse to register and would resist unconstitutional legislation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arnold Johnson
Senate
Washington
Communist Party
Johnson
National Legislative Committee
Lead Poisoning Affects Workers And Children Across Industries
Lead poisoning or plumbism is a long standing industrial disease with symptoms such as weakness convulsions nausea vomiting abdominal pain and nervousness. Children are especially vulnerable and can become ill from gnawing painted toys or furniture with lead based paints. Exposure occurs in mining smelting handling manufacturing and even in gasoline additives and plumbing. If exposure is suspected consult a physician and follow medical guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Baker
Devonshire
England
Colonial coffee praised by experts for flavor
Decatur Alabama grocer Carl Hendon says Colonial is his household favorite. The ad claims Colonial wins flavor tests and blends in Antigua coffee, appealing to price and quality, urging readers to buy a pound today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Hendon
Decatur
Alabama
Antigua
Colonial
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