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Newspaper
Decatur Weekly News
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1900
Page
8
A Manufacturers' Record estimate projects the South earning at least 2.75 billion dollars in the coming year from agriculture mines iron and other materials and cotton related manufacturing. The outlook shows the region expanding mills railroads lumbering and foreign trade as it joins a larger national economic expansion.
A witness from Dixie Kentucky describes harsh questioning and throat pain before citing De King's New Discovery as providing instant relief. The ad claims the remedy stops coughs and prevents consumption, with bottles priced at 50 cents and one dollar, guaranteed, with free trial bottles at Cartwright's drug store.
The article notes in December North American Review that Bryan’s 1896 campaign showed him a weak candidate to lead a national ticket, trailing his party in New York Connecticut Illinois and Minnesota. It argues party managers will seek a candidate who can secure broad success, not mere show.
W Lt Smith of Latham Lil reports trying many remedies for piles before using Pucklen's Arnica Salve. He claims complete relief and notes no further trouble since. The salve is priced at 25e per box and guaranteed by O B Cartwright druggist. Dec 1.
The Bessember Weekly critiques General Wheeler as a war hero with limited political stature. It argues he will not return to Congress or the State Executive chair, accuses him of voting uncertainties, and labels his campaign conduct as deceptive. The piece asserts public respect hinges on conviction and openness.
A vintage patent medicine ad touts Dr King's New Life Pills as boosting stomach liver function for a keen clear brain and high ambition. Sold by O B Cartwright druggist with a box claimed to make one feel like a new being.
A committee led by Dr Herrick Johnson of Chicago and including ex President Harrison will hold a second meeting in Washington on December 4 to review responses from Presbyteries on revising the creed. Dr Roberts has compiled replies to form the basis of a report for the next General Assembly. Most Presbyteries oppose the current creed but disagree on how to amend it.
Over fifty years Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup used by millions of mothers for teething children. It soothes the child softens the gums allays pain cures wind colic and diarrhoea. 25c a bottle. jan 1 lyr.
In the United States District Court Northern District of Alabama Southern Division Emma Barker bankruptcy order of sale of real estate in Morgan County Alabama. Mortgagee Hi Lord and trustee John H Wallace will sell publicly December 24 1900 at noon in front of Decatur court house for cash. Property description Lot 1 fronting 165 feet on Church Street Decatur Alabama. Default on debt and costs. Also includes unrelated local notices and promotional text about Kodol Dyspepsia Cure and Abraham Hewitt remarks on municipal politics.
O. B. Cartwright offers a money back guarantee on Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. If not satisfied after using two thirds of the bottle, refund provided. Claims effectiveness for la grippe coughs colds croup and whooping cough and safety for all ages. Prevents cold from leading to pneumonia. December to February usage window.
Washington friends learn of ongoing divorce proceedings involving Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Lease, though her estranged husband, a respected Wichita druggist, remains prominent in business and social circles.
An advertisement asserts that croup and lung troubles are rapidly fatal and promotes One Minute Cough Cure as a harmless remedy that provides immediate results. It claims it can quickly cure coughs, colds, and all lung diseases and prevent consumption.
Mary Ellen asks the courts to free her from her husband after years of marriage. The move surprises as she was once seen as the stronger partner in the relationship. The article notes the unexpected turn in the domestic situation.
Athens Ga Banner argues the South must be treated equally in national law and politics. The piece predicts Republican leaders will face a decisive test when enacting a law that affects the South alone, altering party alignment in both houses.
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