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Newspaper
Decatur Weekly News
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1900
Page
8
A promotional piece touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as brightening mood and health, claiming it cures dyspepsia, strengthens nerves, and revitalizes the body. Hood's Pills advertised as a non-irritating laxative. Sold by all druggists.
Under a dated mortgage from C C Sheats to Henry B Scott on April 25 1898 the Morgan County Alabama Probate Office records a mortgage and the holder will sell at public outcry to the highest cash bidder on June 25 1900 in front of Decatur Court House. Property includes multiple lots and parcels described by street boundaries and acreage in Bank Cherry Canal Ferry Vine Wells and other intersections.
A man aboard a vessel off New Jersey faced charges under the Chinese Exclusion Act after a fire and attempted landing ended with his capture. He admitted a mistaken attempt to reach China and claimed his actions were not aimed at entering the United States.
Tuscumbia June 15 The Democratic Executive Committee of Colbert county orders a convention at the court house on Monday July 2 to select seven delegates for the congressional convention in Decatur the next day The delegation will be instructed to vote for W H Sawtelle but Judge Wm Richardson is favored as second choice and may trigger a lively fight if instructed to support him
Dr Anson West of Vanderbilt University serves this week on the Board of Trust duties as Huntsville Tribune and Huntsville Post do not arrive. The passage lauds Dr West for his faithfulness to the Methodist interests and duties, noting his strong commitment amid missing local newspapers.
J E Brown proclaims his bid for Congress to fill the Wheeler term in the Eighth District subject to Democratic convention or primary. He plans to canvass the district personally or with other candidates and meet voters in the near future.
The Wyker household has just received a shipment of wallpaper rolls, expanding interior decorating options. The delivery confirms ongoing home improvement activity.
The ninety four leading American railways report a 13.9 percent May gross earnings gain and 14.3 percent higher net earnings versus May 1899. The figures are cited as proof of nationwide prosperity and a curb on public pessimism despite low mood.
The Courier accuses Jesse of wasteful campaigning tactics in Tony County while noting Bitty Richardson appears invincible. The piece suggests the Heat witnessed a decisive moment supporting Richardson’s strength.
The fragment discusses after meal digestion strategies and references various terms like a GEL product and a patent approach. It notes timing after meals and mentions a price of 50 cents. Names and clear facts are sparse due to missing context.
The piece notes prominent survivors of the 1875 Alabama constitutional convention. It lists former governors Rufus Cobb James L Pugh William J Samford and others now active in politics or seeking offices. The secretary Benjamin Screws remains a Montgomery legislator and was once on the Montgomery Advertiser staff.
In Morgan County Alabama Probate Court the administrator W R Simpson seeks approval to sell undivided halves of parcels in Decatur to pay decedent J W McCarty's debts. Hearing set for July 16, 1900, requiring all heirs including Nannie McCarty Jos McCarty Geo McCarty Charles McCarty Maggie McCarty Mattie McCarty and Bert McCarty to appear and show cause.
A fragmentary text hints at blood honors fading when a tonic named Sarsaparilia is taken. The garbled lines mention blood, nerves, and impure blood, with a cryptic reference to 4 teehee Sled Rye Sepeytyal and bets.
The Louisville Courier-Journal reports Mrs. Virginia Clay Clapton of Alabama visiting Judge Reagan in Louisville. The gathering recalled Civil War memories and the shipboard disbanding of the Confederate prisoners, including Mrs. Davis and Mrs. Clay.
Local shop advertises a wide range of stationery, school books, and office supplies. The notice highlights everyday items and affordable prices aimed at students and professionals.
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