Tanlac credited for health revival in Tennessee wife
George W. Scruggs of German Town Tennessee tells how his wife’s twenty year indigestion and sickness improved after taking Tanlac. He notes dramatic energy gain better sleep and appetite and says she now eats foods previously troublesome. Tanlac is sold in Decatur and New Decatur by local firms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Scruggs
Germantown
Tenn
Mr. Scruggs
Taniac
Tam
Tanlac
Decatur
Decatur [Rug Co
New Decatur
Preuitt & Dillehay
Wealth Shifts From Hauls To Flights As Riches Fly
A compact saying notes prosperity has moved from treasure gathering to air travel. The phrase suggests modern wealth is measured by mobility and access to aviation rather than earthly riches.
Notes on Morals and Society in Elbert Bede’s View
A selection of witty and critical lines on prosperity psychology gender appearance manners and immigration attitudes. The remarks probe public sentiment and social norms with sharp humor, reflecting era style and observer commentary.
Child Dancers of Notable Early Talent
The article highlights young dancers, noting their charm and grace. It praises Virginia Janet Mayer, a twelve year old who dances, plays piano and violin, and has built a notable public presence through performances before reaching her teens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia Janet Mayer
Patient Cuss Keeps Peaceful Household Says Henry
A light exchange reveals domestic harmony as Henry quips about patience while Mame notes they have never had a cross word. The playful dialogue underscores a calm, long standing relation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry
St Louis Live Stock Market Today Receipts and Prices
The St Louis market closes higher than a week ago with cattle and hogs gaining. Killing cattle range from 4.50 to 7.50 for various grades, stock cattle 5.75 to 7, hog top 9.55 with typical 9.10 to 9.45 for good weights and 8.75 to 9 for roughs, plus details on lighter pig values and package totals.
Frugal Man Reassesses Last Year’s Straw Hats
A frugal individual reviews last season’s straw hats giving them a final look over. The action suggests assessing wear, style, and value before decisions on disposal or reuse.
Owl Chill and Malaria Tonic Spring Cleanser Ad
A Spring Cleanser advertisement promotes Owl Chill and Malaria Tonic as a mild laxative tonic that stimulates liver and kidney secretions. It claims no poisonous or habit forming drug and offers a money back guarantee if results are not satisfactory. Write to The Owl Drug Co. Decatur Alabama.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
THE
OWL Drug CO
Decatur
Ala
Dr King's New Discovery Cough Syrup Claim
An advertisement promotes Dr King's New Discovery as a sweet syrup for children with coughs and colds. It asserts years of use prove its effectiveness and offers a money back guarantee if not satisfied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Encouraging Bird Life and Youth Involvement
An Observer notes a civic effort to spark interest in birds and wildlife among children. A local firm held a boys bird house contest, awarding cash prizes and later selling the houses, enriching the city with attractive structures and water sources for birds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Psalm Exalts God as King Over All the Earth
A biblical passage exults God as the great King over all nations. It proclaims God’s dominion, inheritance of Jacob, and calls all people to praise him with shouts and song.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
God
Earth
Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey Promises Quick Cold Relief
Advertises Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey as a patent cough syrup that heals inflammation soothes cough loosens phlegm and prevents bronchial irritation. Claims quick breathing relief and a laxative pine tar balm formula, sold at druggists with a guarantee to help.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Bell
Decatur guests tour new dancing pavilion and hotels
Mr and Mrs D E Echols and others from Decatur visited Trinity Mountain on Wednesday evening. After inspecting the new dancing pavilion under erection they dined at Bluff Hotel and joined a fox hunt with a pack of hounds. An annex of sixty rooms is planned for Hotel Lyons and the Polytinsky Hotel is nearing interior completion and readiness by July 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Echols
Phil Pointer
Dan Hughes
Decatur
Trinity Mountain
Bluff Hotel
Hotel
Lyons
Judge Ed B. Almon Reposes at Home in Tuscumbia
Judge Ed B. Almon is visiting his home in Tuscumbia for a few days to rest from his congressional duties in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arart
Ed B. Almon
Tuscumbia
Washington
Death of Gus Miller at 62 prompts funeral notice
Gus Miller aged 62 and one of the oldest employees of the Louisville Railroad shops in New Decatur died Saturday at his home on Somerville Road and Seventh Street after about a month of illness. His funeral was held Monday afternoon and he was interred in the city cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gus Miller
Louisville Railroad
New Decatur
Somerville Road
Seventh Street
Aycock Moves Wholesale Dry Goods to New Building Nearby Court
W. H. Aycock has relocated his wholesale dry goods store to a new building near the county courthouse, signaling a expansion in business footprint and accessible location for customers.
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W. H. Aycock
Woolworth to Open New Decatur Store in Coming Weeks
Woolworth plans to open a department store in Decatur within a few weeks. The move expands the retailer’s footprint in the region and is expected to bring new shopping options to local customers.
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Woolworth
New Decatur
Sloan's Liniment Promises Rheumatism Relief
A reader testimonial touts Sloan's Liniment as a cure for rheumatism neuralgia backache and stiffness. The ad claims 25 cent bottles warming soothing pain and quick relief from sore joints and muscles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sloan
Clear skin comes from within with Dr Kings Life Pills
The ad claims a clear complexion stems from internal cleansing using Dr Kings New Life Pills. It describes the pills as gentle and mild with no griping, saying they relieve the liver by acting on the bowels and suit all ages. Available for 25¢ at your druggist.
To Split a Short Cake Without Crushing It
A housewife explains a method to divide a hot cake neatly. She cuts a shallow groove as soon as it comes from the oven, threads a strong string through, and draws the thread back and forth to slice the cake evenly without heaviness or sogginess.
Decatur Approves 50 000 Bond for Electric Light Plant
In Decatur the city voters approved a 50000 dollar bond for an electric light plant by 192 to 61. The bond election was ordered by Mayor James A Nelson and the board of aldermen. Nelson supported the issue despite opposition from Alabama Power Company and Ex Mayor Henry A Skeges. The strong victory signals broad support for municipal ownership and Nelson's administration.
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James A. Nelson
Nelson
Alabama Power Company
Henry A. Skeges
John L. Brock
Decatur
City health advice and public sanitation themes raised
A fragmented editorial asks if birth registration should protect a dog and a baby, notes U S Public Health Service port surveillance, calls health a natural bank, praises clean garbage cans, warns filth breeds flies and fever, and mentions new hygiene headlines threatening public health.
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U. S. Public Health Service
Germany Seeks Peace Talks as Food Shortage Grows
In a formal stance, Germany directs its appeal to the interior department while acknowledging a dire food supply situation. The dominant view is that the belligerent nation quickest to seek peace is the one most in need of it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Interior Department
LAXA TIVE BROMO QUININE Ad Claims Headless Peaceful Effect
An old advertisement touts Laxa tive brom quinine as superior to ordinary quinine promising no nervousness or ringing in the head. It notes the full product name and urges looking for EK. W. Grove’s signature and a 25 cent price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EK. W. Grove
Order of Publication in Morgan County Equity Court
In the Day and Barcliff versus J. R. White et al cause the court orders publication in the Decatur News for four weeks requiring S F Ewing Greensboro Supply Co and Bauer Brothers Co to plead answer or demur to J L Day's cross bill by July 1 1916 or face a decree pro confesso. Judge Thos W Wert signs June 1 1916.
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S. F. Ewing
Greensboro Supply Company
Bauer Bros.’ Co
Alabama
Harriston
Mississippi
Greensboro
North Carolina
Bauer Bros
Springfield
Ohio
Decatur News
County of
Morgan
Bauer Brothers Company
J. L. Day
Thos. W. Wert
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Selah
Lord
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