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Newspaper
Decatur Weekly News
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1902
Page
2
Morgan county lists 35 negro voters among 3 726 registered as election day nears. Political framing notes one of two days will enter history while the other ends in defeat applauding Ma Johnston.
The News endorses Prof. I Will Till for State Superintendent of Education noting his education background and long devotion to Alabama schools. It contrasts him with Maj. Jno. G. Harris and Chappell Cory, praising Cory as a journalist and Harris as a veteran party figure, but arguing Till offers the clearest vision and fitness to elevate Alabama's education system.
A terse report states Tracy, labelled an outlaw, killed himself after being cornered by a posse the previous week. The account portrays him as a degenerate who posed a threat to society and marks his death as the removal of an arch enemy.
Local advertisement promises a strong performance by Tom Hetlin at the Th. and N. shops next Saturday night. The show bills himself as a standout act capable of making rivals look inferior in a lighthearted boast.
The public should hear Hons. R. H. Clarke, Congressman Bankhead, and John B. Knox when they come to Decatur. They are three of Alabama's most brilliant and gifted sons, a rare gal axy of distinguished gentlemen for our city.
The message promotes Frank Julian as North Alabama's candidate for Secretary of State. It claims he is well qualified for the office and urges his nomination, stressing his readiness to handle practical duties and a strong record.
Ex Governor Johnston hopes for Alabama populist support but leaders of the defunct group are instead touring for profits, avoiding campaigns for discredited politicians, according to the Chattanooga Times.
The Montgomery Advertiser notes Johnston ignored strong counsel against opposing telks and may regret it after a defeat. Papers warn the Alabamian press may fold if Johnston fails, while Huntsville and other locals mock the situation and mock leaders. Tennis Wert is praised for a brief victory ahead of a tough post 25th period.
An anonymous circular circulated at the L. N. shops claims a high state official said workers should not vote. The author is unknown and the document is dismissed as worthless campaign fodder. Voters are urged to rely on reason and credible facts instead of anonymous dodges.
The text markets Hall's Catarrh Cure as a constitutional remedy for catarrh with a promised cure in all stages and a $100 reward for any failure. It states the medicine is taken internally and supported by testimonials, with a vendor address at F. J. Cheney & Co. in Toledo. Also mentions Hall's family pills.
The Decatur News editor denies claims of two Johnston men in Decaturs and recalls that Wert offered to buy two editorial columns during the Johnston campaign. The Decatur Advertiser, backing Jelks, counters with a bold Johnston critique and hints at shifting alliances between "me and Wert."
Mrs. Alva Wade remains convalescent while Rep W Jones works in Birmingham and visits. Families and visitors travel between Cullman Hartselle Mt Nebo Verona and Memphis. Rev June S Park to discuss temperance. Dr John J Tigert will preach at Central M E Church August 17. Rev K J Hawkins of Lafayette dies after typhoid. McGehee Furniture expands with a new warehouse to accommodate growing business.
Mrs Nannie Galleger of LaGrange California applied Bucklen's Arnica Salve to great sores on head and face. She reports a quick cure beyond hopes. The salve treats sores bruises skin eruptions cuts burns scalds and piles. 25 cents. Cure guaranteed by Dr O B Cartwright druggist.
Under a decretal order of the Morgan County Probate Court James H Wiggins guardian of Edith Johnson a minor will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the court house door in Morgan County Alabama during legal hours on Monday August 18 1902 the property includes Lots 3 and 4 in Block 6 of the Decatur Land Improvement and Furnace Companys addition No 3 to Decatur New Decatur with cash terms.
Hon J Thomas Heflin speaks at L N Shops Saturday night August 9. Hon J H Bankhead speaks in Decatur Tuesday night August 12. Hon R M Cunningham speaks in New Decatur August 12 at 8 pm. Hon Richard H Clarke speaks in Decatur Monday night August 18. Sen John B Knox speaks in Decatur August 23 at 8 pm.
Mr Tom Littlejohn will assume control of the Tavern on August 15 with assistance from Will Crawford noted for his broad travel industry ties. The notice lists property lots in Decatur including Lot 343 with $1900 cost and fees, and various parcels in subdivisions with dedicated costs and fees. J H Edwards, City Clerk and Tax Collector, Decatur, Ala, dated August 8, 1902.
Editor 8 A Brown claims his wife recovered from dyspepsia and weakness after using Electric Bitters, saying four bottles cured indigestion and liver trouble. The tonic is offered for 50 cents by Dr O B Cartwright.
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