Bradford Letter Highlights Road Band Opposition and Gray for President
A long unreadable letter from W. M. D. Bradford is noted as opposing road bands. The paper has filed it for a Special Good Roads Edition next Summer. George Gray of Delaware has been persuaded to enter the presidential race and will be in the contest at Denver. The Montgomery Journal is urged not to overreact and to avoid excluding Gray for opposing Bryan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. M. D. Bradford
George Gray
Delaware
Denver
Montgomery Journal
Gray
Bryan
Political Commentary and Local Elections Notes
The piece surveys Democratic presidential hopefuls Bryan Gray Johnson and Grant vs William on the first ballot, with Timlinson and Rountree as potential spoilers. It notes Good Roads majorities in Marengo and Morgan counties, upcoming constitutional and road amendments, and remarks on Comer’s self control and a split Republican district. It mentions post office pay increases, tariff revision, Camp Fred Ashford reps for Confederate Reunion, and Alabama Prohibition law support by the Supreme Court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Gray
Johnson
Grant
William
Timlinson
Rountree
George W. Jones
L. & N Road
Montgomery County
Democratic Executive Committee
Col. Jones
George P. King
J. H. Spangler
Fred Ashford
Birmingham
Supreme Court
Alabama
Mayfield visitor praises Alabama Supreme Court candidate
Mr. James J. Mayfield of Tuscaloosa, codifier of Alabama’s new code and candidate for Associate Justice, impressed local readers with his moral character and legal attainments. The Greensboro Record piece lauds his work drafting the code and digesting court opinions, urging Hale County voters to support him at the primary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guttown
James J. Mayfield
Tuscaloosa
Supreme Court
Alabama
Mayfield
Greensboro
Supreme Court of Alabama
Supreme Bench
Alabama Supreme Court
Hale County
Republican Mass Meeting in Moulton Declares Lone County GOP Unity
The Mass Meeting chaired by Dr J T Masterson and secretary J R Burks appointed delegates to State and District Conventions. An executive committee with G Oscar Chenault was chosen and a full ticket was decided to be produced by the executive committee. Sambo was absent and no color or odor was detected. Proceedings promised for next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moulton
J. T. Masterson
J. R. Burks
Lawrence County
Oscar Chenault
Sambo
Cliff Wayward and the Decatur Murder Controversy
A Lawrence County youth known as Cliff Wayward, accused in a Decatur murder two years ago, has been granted another chance by the Supreme Court and returns home near Moulton with his family. The writer laments the broader ties to the bloodshed, arguing sympathy for Cliff and Young Moore amid the lingering questions of guilt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence County
Decatur
Supreme Court
Moulton
Cliff
Young Moore
Lem Jones
Lawrence County Alabama Poll Tax Candidate Statement
A candidate for Superintendent of Education in Lawrence County deny rumors of unpaid poll taxes under the new constitution. He states records are open for inspection and asks voters to support him in the May 18 primary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence County
Alabama
A.D. RO
Hughes Tidwell Showcases Dress Goods and Silk Fabrics
In New Decatur Hughes & Tidwell at 612 Second Avenue display an extensive range of dress fabrics including silk and silk embroidery, wool taffeta, serges, and a broad assortment of notions and trimmings. The article urges ladies to visit for current summer materials and notes the store upholds truth and fair dealing with a formal invitation on the Moulton Advertiser front page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Decatur
Hughes & Tidwell
Second Avenue
Fairy Land
Messrs. Hughes & Tidwell
Moulton
Lawrence County
Fire in Boston Destroys 260 Homes and 4 Persons
A blaze that began in a rag pile in Boston last Saturday caused 10 million dollars in property damage. Twenty blocks destroyed or about 260 houses. Four people died and 10,000 others were left homeless.
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Boston
One man stands alone in Lawrence county for 1907 poll tax
The piece notes E. D. Stover as the sole color ed man to pay his 1907 poll tax in Lawrence county. It condemns the disfranchisement of Black voters, calls him a patriotic figure, and urges whites to donate to a gift hat while urging Ben McNutt to organise the fundraiser.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. D. Stover
Lawrence’ County
Stover
Ben McNutt
Announcements for 8th District Democratic Delegates
Weste announces M A Day of Jackson County as candidate for Delegate to the National Democratic Convention in Denver subject to the May 18 primary. R H Walker also announced as candidate for Delegate in the 8th Congressional District at the May 18 primary.
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Weste
M. A. Day
Jackson County
Denver
Colorado
R. H. Walker
Alabama
Jackson
Madison
Limestone
Morgan
Lawrence
Colbert
Lauderdale
Eighth
H. A. Sxxree
E. J. Conyueron
Decatur
Ala
Bracken Seeks Re election as Lawrence County Tax Collector
D. H. Bracken announces candidacy for re election to the office of Tax Collector of Lawrence County subject to the Democratic Party action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. H. Bracken
Lawrence County
Democratic Party
Candidate W. H. Hamilton Seeks Re election as Tax Assessor
Local race notes W. H. Hamilton announces bid for re election to Law County Tax Assessor. Campaign emphasizes experience and continuity in property valuation and tax administration. Voter details not provided in fragmented text.
Bail case for Bascom Turner set for Thursday trial
Bascom Turner charged with stabbing and murdering Walter Holland six weeks ago will face a preliminary bail hearing before Hon. J. O. Kumpe on Thursday. Four eminent lawyers, Chas M. Sherrod, S. T. Wert, W. W. Callahan, and O. Kyle, are engaged to defend and prosecute, signaling a heated battle to resolve the case. Married at Mr Hope, James Morrison wed Miss ears W Ferguson, with a graceful lawn costume and groom in black, as well wishers extend joy and prosperity.
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Bascom Turner
Walter Holland
Oxddo
J. O. Kumpe
Chas
M. Sherrod
T. Wert
W. W. Callahan
O. Kyle
Hope
Rt. T. Wear
James Morrison
Miss Ears W
S. W. Fergerson
Lawrence County Educations Race Candidates Named
We are authorized to announce Martin H Crate Jas J Pipkens Charles C Kenny A D Roperts R L Quinn and L E Woop as candidates for Superintendent of Education of Lawrence County, subject to the action of the Democratic Party. The filings name several individuals seeking the post under party guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin H. Crate
Lawrence County
Jas. J. Pipkens
Democratic Party
Charles C. Kenny
A. D. Roperts
R. L. Quinn
L. E. Woop
Lawrence County Treasurer candidates announced
Weare authorized to announce J. M. Sandlin Joan N. Sueers and Thom as Napoleon Almon as candidates for Treasurer of Lawrence County, subject to Democratic Party action.
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Weare
J. M. Sandlin
Lawrence County
Joan N. Sueers
Tax Sale Notice in Lawrence County Alabama 1908
State of Alabama tax sale notice from Lawrence County. Decrees issued by the Probate Judge on April 18, 1908 authorize sale for cash at the courthouse door in Moulton during legal hours on May 18, 1908 to satisfy taxes and costs due on described lots or parcels of land.
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Alabama
Lawrence County
Court House
Said
Moulton
Warning on Target Guns After Tragedy at Chattanooga Practice
A local note urges removal of Target Guns from children after a fatal accident at a gun practice near Chattanooga. The piece recalls a previous incident where a sister was wounded and pledges to keep such guns away from youths at Liberty Hall, expressing fear for child safety and calling for caution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chattanooga
Moulton
Robert
Lilly
Liberty Hall
Liberty Hall Farm
Windiam and others seek reelection to Lawrence County Court of Revenue
A series of notices names multiple candidates for the Lawrence County Court of Revenue from various districts. Names include Jack son Windiam J W Bynum Rev Rome Pickens J C Hames J J Beams Exntian Harris George W Roberson Junius H Byriar Ros ert P Morrison Jos J Terry Elbert N Wear. All are subject to Democratic action or party processes.
Property tax sale list of numerous parcels with costs
A lengthy catalog lists numerous land parcels with deeds, quarter sections, and fractional parts across multiple townships. Each entry notes tax and costs for the property, with owner like Wm. M. Harris and others, plus sections and ranges.
Probate Court Sets May 11 1908 For Mary B Gray Estate Settlement
In Lawrence County Alabama on April 4 1908 the State Probate Court records J M Houston executor of Mary B Gray deceased filing final settlement and vouchers. The court orders May 11 1908 as the settlement day when interested parties may appear and contest the final accounting before Judge Kumpre.
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State of
Alabama
Eens Court
Lawrence County
P. M. Wear
L. M. Wear
J. H. Rutherford
State of Alabama
Mary B.gray
J. M. Houston
Kumpre
A. A. Baker
Annie B. McQuaid
Pueblo
Colorado
Edward J. Baker
Galverston
Texas
Joseph W. Baker
Palo Alto
California
Emma B. Campbell
J.C. Kumpe
Guardian to Sell Waterfront Land Under Court Order
Guardian J K Swoope acting for Charles McDonald non compos mentis will auction at Courtland post office on Monday April 20 1908 between legal hours for cash the riverfront strip along the Tennessee River in fractional West half of Section 17 Township 3 South Range 8 West Lawrence County Alabama. Property lies submerged if river rises 25 feet and contains 1 to 5 acres.
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Lawrence County
Alabama
Charles McDonald
Tennessee River
J. K. Swoope
Guardian
Probate Court
Annie Swoope
Clay Swoope
Tempe Swoope
Carter Swoope
W. ©. Swoope
Edgar C. Swoope
Early Phinizy
Don Phinizy
Jack Phinizy
Courtland
Lawrence
East End
East Side
Township
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Sheriff Shipp
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Tom
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Rome Pickens
J. C. Hames
J. J. Beams
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Grorck W. Roberson
Junius H. Byriar
Rosert P. Morrison
Jos. J. Terry
Elbert N. Wear
Wm. M. Harris
J.M. Pickens
J. W. Alexander
W. H. Camp
Prince Townsend
A. J. Folett
H. Bracken
Oe County
J. C. Kumpe
County Board of Education
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Trinity
Morgan County
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G. BF
Peckane
Dr. Shoop
Shoop
YS Holland
Moultop
Wisconsin
Guardian’s Safe
Nelleg
W. RF. Harris
J. R. Howell
J.T. Masterson
Regenes
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Lawrence Cononty
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Goodlett
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