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Newspaper
Decatur Weekly News
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1901
Page
3
The text reflects on the birthplace of Christ and the enduring influence of his teachings. It contrasts the peace and charity of the Christ message with the self interest of authority, noting Rome and other kingdoms fade while Christ’s words endure and guide toward nobler living.
The text invokes gladness in the heart and children’s participation in Christ Day, noting gifts as tokens of love borne for all humanity, mentioning William Rosser Cobbe.
Miss Wunder worries over holiday mood as a silk item theft echoes sting of last year. A $12 pair of silk heels once hung up disappeared, prompting local concern and humor in Baltimore.
The China Hall store claims to offer the brightest lighting with Hydro Carbin lamps. Orders can be placed with W. J. Nesbit & Co. for reliable, long lasting light even in dark hours.
The Gentleman's Magazine notes a trend from the thirteenth century onward to preserve a departed friend’s likeness and symbols of rank on memorial slabs. Early effigies were flat and simple, but within fifty years grew grander with knights bishops merchants and animals depicted. Angels support resting heads while heraldic symbols mark the deceased’s life work. The scenes show armor bishops judges and traders with their respective emblems. A dragon under a bishop’s foot signified triumph over sin.
A vintage advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as a universal remedy for teething pain and wind colic. It claims to soothe, soften gums, relieve pains, cure diarrhoea, and is offered at 25 cents per bottle.
Clinton E Worden tested greyhounds on the plains and proved they can run down and kill coyotes. Ranchers pay high prices for blooded dogs as the notion of greyhounds failing in a coyote chase fades. The article frames the greyhound as swift and brave enough to battle marauding coyotes across the plains.
At close quarters the coyote stands little chance against greyhounds. When packs overtake the quarry the hunt is swift and decisive. Pecks train on humorous ranches and the coyote chase adds zest to life on the plains. Ranchers also rid themselves of troublesome neighbors.
A reporter boasts of perfect memory as the editor exposes a liar’s trait. The editor confirms the journalist’s fame for falsehood, recounting a test where others forget the proprietor’s remark and deny the reporter’s claims. The scene ends with a cigar and a new assignment.
A Japanese reception on Monday December 23 at Mrs Geo D Williamson’s home, hosted by a Ladies Aid Society committee. Proceeds go to the First Methodist church South building fund. Hours 3 to 10 PM. Admission 25 cents adults, 10 cents children. Refreshments free. An art loan exhibit and Floradora selections are featured.
First National Bank Decatur Alabama calls its stockholders to a meeting in the banking room on January 14 1902 from 2 to 4 p m for the election of directors and other business. W W Littlejohn cashier signs official notice.
A London Truth remark cites a leading manufacturer who argues boot sales reflect national prosperity. He notes that when people are well off they buy new boots as old ones wear out, while hard times force them to make do. He cites an example from Traland.
The speaker notes a shrinking boot business with reduced home sales due to wartime effects on the wage-earning class. He views the situation as not outright bad but clearly affected by ongoing conflict and economic strain.
The Toy department at the China Hall invites children to visit and see Santa Claus items. Steam engines Rails road trains Magic lanterns games books dolls buggies and more are on display. Cart’s encourages visitors to come.
A London Spectator letter laments a complacent garrison townsmen mindset and officers exploiting lodging and ration allowances rather than pursuing active operations. It notes golf links polo ponies and racing ponies fed on government rations as misused resources while remounts for mobile columns are scarce.
A fragmentary OCR item references Grove brand tasteless pill or supplement. Details are unclear but suggests an ailing or consumer warning context with limited readable words about an available product.
The text notes a plainly printed formula on each bottle claiming iron and quinine ingredients with a claim of no cure and no pay. It includes a percentage figure and a garbled ending.
Readers are asked to report any failure to receive newspapers promptly. The office states it never cuts off subscribers and seeks notification of any negligence or dereliction wherever it occurs.
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