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Newspaper

Decatur Weekly News

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1916

Page

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Tanlac testimonial swears to health gains by Miss LaRue Davis

A sworn affidavit by Miss LaRue Davis, long a Chattanooga resident, details dramatic weight gain and improved health after using Tanlac. The statement, dated May 12 1916, confirms earlier claims of recovery from stomach trouble and rheumatism with the tonic.

Tanlac Chattanooga Evening News LaRue Davis Memphis Looney Avenue South Mason and Dixon Line Texas Tanlae Miss Davis Chattanooga Glass Street East W. B. Logan Tenn Live and Let Live Drug Company Hess Selby Nina R. DeJarnette Tennessee Mina R. DeJarnette

Mrs Lovick P Troup Dies. Funeral Held in New Decatur

Mrs Lovick P Troup, wife of Hon Lovick P Troup the county's noted Democrat probate judge nominee, died last Saturday. Funeral services were at Central Methodist Church New Decatur Sunday afternoon with Rev Ira F Hawkins and Rev R I Walston officiating. Interment followed in the city cemetery amid large attendance and many floral offerings. She was daughter of the late Dr Ben Caoss a prominent North Alabama physician.

Lovick P. Troup Central Methodist Church New Decatur Ira F. Hawkins R. I. Walston Ben Caoss North Alabama

North Alabama Traction Adds Bus Link to Austinville

The North Alabama Traction Company introduces a motor bus to connect with electric street cars at the line end in South Penn and run to Austinville. The bus meets every car and transfers are offered on any street car to bus, allowing travel from any part of the two Decaturs to Austinville for five cents.

North Alabama Traction Company South Penn Austinville Decaturs

California typhoid deaths drop by seventy percent

A historical note claims California reduced its typhoid death rate by 70 percent over ten years. The text also makes an odd claim about rats and manure piles breeding millions of flies per ton, reflecting a mix of speculative risks and outdated public health views.

California

Why 1916 Coal Prices Must Advance

The world economy pressures mining supplies rising 50 percent and labor shortages spark wage talks. A basic agreement with United Mine Workers in the Central Competitive District yields a total coal production cost rise of 10 cents per ton after March 31, with explosives and other materials adding further costs.

United States United Mine Workers Illinois Indiana Ohio Pennsylvania

St Louis Live Stock Market Receipts Highlight Downturn

Today's cattle receipts reach 1500 head with hogs at 3500 as the St Louis market shows a notable decline from last week. Cattle prices fall across all grades, with steers and cows down amid predictions of further declines. hogs trade about 15 cents lower early yesterday and steady to slightly lower later.

Nationa Live Stork Com. Co

Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey Health Ad Claim

An old advertisement promotes Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey as a remedy for colds and coughs. The copy claims relief from inflammation and phlegm, noting laxative tar syrup and pine tar balm, and urges readers to buy at druggists.

Dr. Bell Dr. Beil

Olshine's Department Store Announces June Clearance Sale

Olshine's Department Store at Olshine's Department Store, Bank Street, Decatur, will hold its regular annual June clearance sale from June 17 to June 26. The house offers slaughters of current stock with cost prices and aims to move goods before a new season. Readers are urged to visit for bargains.

Olshine’s Bank Street Decatur Alabama

Owl Chill and Malaria Tonic Spring Cleanser Ad

An advertised tonic claims to cleanse with a mild laxative effect and stimulate liver and kidney secretions. It asserts no poisonous or habit forming drug and offers a money back guarantee if results are not satisfactory. Orders available by writing The Owl Drug Co. Decatur Alabama.

THE OWL Drug Co Decatur Ala

Dr King's New Discovery for Coughs and Colds

A historic advertisement endorses Dr King s New Discovery as a syrup for coughs and colds. It promises proven relief from years of use and offers money back if satisfaction is not achieved.

Dr. King

Post Office Clerk Over Weighs Letter Punchline

In a west of Ireland setting a country post office clerk tells Pat the letter is overweight and must pay extra postage. Pat protests asking if adding another stamp would make it heavier, prompting local humor with the refrain You’re a fool.

Post Office West of Ireland Pat

Samaritan Shows Mercy After Robbery Near Jericho

A man robbed near Jericho is helped by a compassionate Samaritan who tends his wounds, transports him, and pays for his care while promising repayment for future expenses. The parable contrasts the priest and Levite who pass by with the merciful neighbor. Jesus concludes by instructing to follow the Samaritan's example.

Jesus Jerusalem Jerico

Sloan's Liniment Promises Rheumatism Relief

An advertisement touts Sloan's Liniment as a cure for rheumatism neuralgia backache and stiffness. A user testimonial claims a 25 cent bottle warmed and soothed sore joints and brought relief, urging readers to buy at any drug store.

Rural sanitation as city health protection

A statement arguing that rural sanitation safeguards urban residents and questions neglecting public health education. It suggests educating youth is essential to prevent typhoid fever.

Public Health Bulletin Promotes Summer Infant Care

U S Public Health Service releases a free bulletin advising summer infant care routines and outdoor activities. It emphasizes safer garden play and outdoor exercise as healthier alternatives to indoor gym workouts.

The U. S. Public Health Service

Death of Decatur printer Jack P Fields after accident

Jack P Fields longtime Decatur printer died Monday night after a wagon ran over him. He fell from the Standard Oil tank wagon near his home on Wadsworth street and died soon after with Dr. W H Watson in attendance. He left a wife and several children including Fred Fields editor of the Town Creek Booster. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 3 30 with many relatives and friends in attendance.

Jack P. Fields Decaturs Wadsworth Street East Decatur Standard Oil Co W. H. Watson Fred Fields Town Creek Ala North Alabama Jack North Alabama Decatur Weekly News Decatur

Decatur Chautauqua Opens in New Penny Lot Site

The Decatur Chautauqua opened today in a large tent on the Penny lot across from the county courthouse. Managers say the high dry location avoids rain interference and attendance on opening day was large. The program this year is expected to be the best yet for the Decaturs with strong promise.

Decaturs Chautauqua County Court House Decaturs

Laxa tive Brom quinine touted as head calm tonic

A promotional note claims LAXA TIVE BROMO QUININE improves tone without nervousness or ringing in the head. It promises tonic and laxative effects and urges readers to look for the signature of R. W. GROVE and a 25 cent price.

R. W. Grove

Publication Order in Morgan County Law Case

Morgan County Law and Equity Court orders publication in Decatur News for S F Ewing Greensboro Supply Co and Bauer Brothers Co to plead to Day cross bill by July 1 1916. Defendants non residents of Alabama with residences in Mississippi North Carolina and Ohio. Judge notes decree pro confesso may be taken if they fail to answer.

S. F. Ewing Greensboro Supply Company 4 Corporation Bauer Bros.’ Co Alabama Harriston Mississippi Greensboro North Carolina Bancr Bros Springtida Ohio Decaetur News County of Morgan

Clean Water Clean Food Clean Houses Aim for Healthy Citizens

A campaign stresses safe drinking water nutritious food and sanitary housing as foundations for public health in the nation. Advocates urge policy focus on infrastructure and community programs to improve living conditions and wellness across regions.

Clear Skin From Within Dr Kings New Life Pills Ad

An old advertisement promotes Dr Kings New Life Pills as a natural remedy for clear complexion. It claims cleansing the system relieves the liver by stimulating the bowels and appeals to all ages. Available for 23 cents at druggists.

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Taniac Decatur Ting Co Preuitt & Dille St. Louis National Stock Yards Olshine’s Department Dr King Sloan Morgan County Law and Equity Court Equity
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