Courtland News and Social Notes 1900
The Courtland columns report several petty burglaries in Courtland and local society notes including weddings, visits, and exchanges. Mentions J. M. Sandlin, Della Norton of Lawrence county, Miss Annie Berryhill, and Miss Kelle Bussey. Also notes C. M. Johnston as notary public, local discussions on railroads, and upcoming preaching at Moulton Male and Female Institute. Pears from Pfaffs are praised amid a thriving county fruit crop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arried
Landersville
J. H. I. Esq
Harvell
Della Norton
Lawrence County
J. M
Health notes and local moves from Leighton area
Dr A A Masterson returns from the malarial Ar kansas district where he practiced five months and stays with his family on the mountain seeking restoration. Mrs Ann H Vingon dies at her LaGrange home. Mrs Mary Felton and daughter plan to move to Little Rock. Paul S King’s family relocates to Florence while he stays in Leighton. Eddy Holiman, 28, dies at Russellville and is buried at Bethel cemetery. Local notes include civil war reminiscences, a chiropractic remedy ad, and shop employment cuts in Louisville and Nashville shops. Local residents relocate, travel, or seek health remedies while politics and health ads appear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. A. Masterson
Arkansas
Ann H. Vingon
LaGrange
Mary Felton
Mary
Little Rock
Ark
Paul S. King
Florence
King
Leighton
Eddy Holiman
Russeilville
Bethel Cemetery
Leighton News
Mrs Annie Burges Departs To Hartselle As Traveling Rep
Mrs Annie Burges and her children left Friday for Hartselle where she will for a time make her headquarters. She will represent the American Book Company as traveling representative. We opine she will resume her literary vocation in coming months. Mrs Purges has many friends here who regret her leaving and wish her success and happiness wherever she may go. The ADVERTISER staff is among her well wishers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie Burges
Hartselle
American Book Company
Reverend Yingling Endorses Chamberlain's Remedy
The Cumberland Maryland pastor Rev J M Yingling of Bedford Street Methodist recommends Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. He testifies it never failed and works when taken promptly. For sale by local dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
David Taylor
Wind Ridge
Greene Co
Chamberlain
Windham & Co
J. M. Yingling
Bedford Street Methodist
Cumberland, Md
Local notice of Fletcher Sandlin leaving MOULTON ADVERTIS Ek
Acknowledges Fletcher Sandlin who joined December 19 1899 as a helper on the Moulton Advertiser has left the publication to attend high school for nine months. Describes him as deserving obedient industrious and faithful and wishes him blessings on his life path.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fletcher Sandlin
Moulton
Fletcher
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve Ad Cautions Counterfeiters
An 19th century style notice warns shoppers to beware counterfeiters who mimic DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve by packaging in authentic wrappers. It urges taking only DeWitt's branded salve, claiming it cures piles and all skin diseases, with Windham & Co noted as the source.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
DeWitt’s
Windham & Co
Baptist Protracted Meeting Opens in Moulton Sunday
The Baptist protracted meeting will begin in Moulton next Sunday at 11 o'clock. Dr. Shackelford will be assisted by Rev. A. W. Briscoe of Russellville. Make arrangements to attend these meetings. Business should be suspended and every person should attend, for God honors a people who honor Him. Wait on the Lord.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moulton
One Minute Cough Cure Promises Quick Relief
An advertisement touts One Minute Cough Cure as a harmless remedy that stops a cough quickly to reduce risk of lung trouble, claiming immediate results and urging readers to try it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Windham & Co
Ardmore Post Office promotes Jack Sandlin to higher clerkship
Jack Sandlin of the Ardmore Post Office in Indian Territory has been promoted to a higher clerical role with a salary of 85 dollars per month. Congratulations to Jack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Sandlin
Ardmore
I. T
Jack
Pitt Scripta and Local Happenings in Courtland
Weather hot with fruit keeping morale decent. local social life features Miss Willie Walker visiting Miss Hattie Walker and a Saturday gathering with ice cream and Cupid dots. Notices mention Dr M A Simmons Liver Medicine touted for liver and stomach issues, with various local names traveling, courting, illnesses, and improvements.
Dainty Little Pills De-4 My Little Early Risers
Windham offers a claim that the famous little pills De-4 My Little Early Risers provide surprising benefits. The short advertisement emphasizes quick relief and noticeable effects from this popular remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Windham
Neely Election Official Seen In City On Monday
Mr. F. T. Neely the Democratic Tax Assessor elect appeared in the city on Monday looking cheerful and happy, signaling continued public support after the election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. T. Neely
Mons
China Hall Decatur Offers Discount School Books
Local dealers charge high prices for school books but China Hall in Decatur advertises lower costs for students and families seeking affordable supplies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China Hall
Decatur
Harris firm interviews Nashville merchants this week
Frank Harris representing Harris McWhirter and Co of Nashville conducted interviews with local merchants this week, gathering insights and prospects for regional trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Harris
Harris, McWhirter & Co
Nashville
FruitJars Car Load Arrives at The China Hall Decatur
The China Hall in Decatur reports receipt of a car load of FruitJars. Shoppers are reminded to consider this stock when planning purchases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China Hall
Decatur
Richardson Bros Shoe Co Representative in Town
Chas Richardson of the Richardson Bros Shoe Co Nashville was in town this week to oversee interests and meet local contacts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Richardson
Richardson Bros. Shoe Co
Nashville
Prickly Ash Bitters Sold in Town Creek and Moulton
Advertisement notes Prickly Ash Bitters aid digestion liver and bowels in hot weather. Sold by Windham and Co Moulton and W A Gage and Co Town Creek.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Windham & Co
Moulton
W.A. Gage & Co
Town Creek
Houston Bros
Redman & Co
Courtland
G. W. Jackson
Mt. Hope
F. J.smith
Concord
Miss Lizzie Downing Returns Visit to Tennessee
Miss Lizzie Downing has returned from a visit to Tennessee and has assisted Miss Nannie Crew at the Preuit school house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lizzie Downing
Tennessee
Nannie Crew
Preuit School
Fortify the body against malaria with a perfect order system
A historic patent medicine advertisement touts Prickly Ash Bitters as a powerful regulator of the body. Sold by Windham & Co in Moulton and W. A. Gage & Co. at local drug stores. The claim emphasizes health protection against malarial germs and a well ordered system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Windham & Co
Moulton
W. A. Gage & Co
Cre.k
the Grove
Christian Church
Miss Helen Lynch Finishes Visit in Moulton
Miss Helen, daughter of Prof. C. G. Lynch, returned to Russellville on Tuesday after a pleasant stay with relatives in Moulton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen
Prof. C. G. Lynch
Russellville
Moulton
Chamberlain Cough Remedy Popular with People
The soothing and pleasing Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy offers prompt relief and permanent cures. Sold by Windham & Co, Druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Windham & Co
Miss Lelia Aldredge Visits Paralyzed Friend
Miss Lelia Aldredge, daughter of John Aldredge, visits her friend Mrs. D. C. White who has been partially paralyzed since April 27 last.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lelia Aldredge
John Aldredge
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Ad Citing Food Digesting Claim
An advertisement contrasts famine in India with hunger in America and promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as digesting what you eat and curing stomach troubles. The note mentions wood subscribers and urges action on hauling wood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Windham & Co
India
America
Land of Plenty
Windham &O
Dr. M A Simmons Liver Medicine Endorsed by Reader
G B Espy from Alags Alabama reports long use of Dr M A Simmons Liver Medicine for sour stomach constipation and liver disorders. He says it differs from the Black Draught, causes less griping, and gently cleanses the stomach and bowels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. A. Simmons
G. B. Espy
Mrs Imegin Coulter Recalls Quiet Duty in Rome
Mrs Imegin Coulter of Rome Georgia has returned home after visiting her sister in law Mrs D C White. For two to three months she cared for the sick and faithful attendance at the bedside was noted with gratitude and belief in God rewarding her kindness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Imegin Coulter
Rome
D. C. White
Change in Delivery Method for Town Subscribers
The paper will be mailed to town subscribers via the post office as there is no longer a carrier boy in the office. The old home delivery custom is being dropped, and readers will miss the weekly rounds and cheerful carrier.
Boschee's German Syrup Promoted as Lung Disease Remedy
An advertisement argues a warmer climate helps coughs and colds but promotes Boschee's German Syrup as the universal cure for severe lung troubles. It pledges tissue healing, germ destruction, reduced inflammation, easier expectoration, and better sleep, urging readers to try one bottle from druggists.
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Boschee
Jourd White Plan Sparks Campaign Buzz
In Selma Times a clerk from Water Street wholesale grocer shop says he will vote Democratic next November. He jokes about kissing his wife and voting and notes he is “hustling” for the cause as the election nears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Selma Times
Times
Water Street
Board Rejects New Bridge By Big Nance Creek
The Board of Revenue of Lawrence County will not build a new steel bridge over Big Nance creek. They will repair it instead, despite a misleading fake telegram from Courtland to the Nashville American that contradicted the earlier decision.
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Board of Revenue
Lawrence County
Big Nance Creek
Courtland
Nashville American
Mother credits medicine with saving daughter's life
A mother recounts how Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy saved her daughter's life during a severe dysentery episode. She urges mothers to know the medicine's value and notes local availability through Florence Wagon Works with timber shipments from Courtland supporting local employment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Geo. F. Burdick
Liberty, R. I
Windham & Co
Florence
Courtland
DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve Warns Against Counterfeits
An advertisement warns that Chinese are dangerous enemies and counterfeit DeWitt’s Witch Hazel salve contains irritants that can cause skin irritation and blood poisoning. It urges use of the original DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve by Windham & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
Windham & Co
Examination of teachers in Alabama on September first Monday
Notice lists an examination of teachers for licensure to teach in Alabama public schools. The event will be held in Moulton on the first Monday in September, beginning at 10 o'clock sharp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moulton
Alabama
Wallace Sr KR M letters political shift in Avoca
In Avoca Alabama on August 18 1900 KR M Wallace Sr writes that he will not vote Democrat under coercion and recalls past controversies over supporting Democrats and Republicans. He urges youth to join the party while noting his own costly experiences and urging readers to consider his long fight with party lines. He praises Charles G Brown and signs as Sam what I am.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avoca
Ala
Moulton Advertiser
Masons
Sam
Charles G. Brown
KR. M, Wallace, Sr
Local Notes from Decatur Area Lumbers and Visits
E C Payne of Decatur sells lumber. Drummers noted this week while Lute Stewart is sick. Vera Goodlett ill. Ab Roberts to Decatur for work. W J Lowe and Mrs Lowe guests of Fred Pratt at Sewickley. Sallie Hodges visits Tollie Hodges in Danville. Georgie Moseley of Birmingham with Bob Byers visiting Maniton. Cora Almon ill, with two sisters, daughters of the Superintendent of Education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vera Goodlett
Ab Roberts
Decatur
W. C. Stewart
Mountain Home
W. J. Lowe
Fred Pratt
Sewickley
Sallie
Dr. Hodges
Danville
Tollie Hodges
Georgie Moseley
Birmingham
Bob Byers
Oakville
Maniton
Cora Almon
Hats galore at F. T. Browns Courtland store
A Courtland hat shop promotes a wide selection including men's hats ladies hats and children's hats with a variety of styles advertised for purchase at F. T. Browns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. T. Brown’s
Courtland
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J. W. Boatright
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F. T. Brwon’s
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Dave Alnion
W. W. Windham
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Goto F. T. Brown
Bishop Hall
E. C. Payne
Mr. Wallace
Lute Stewart
R. S. Milwee
Montevallo, Ala
Francis M. Petterson
Pres
Montevallo
Annie Taylor
Bessye Hobson
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Moulton, Ala
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Price S —iOon
Patent Record
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Hillsboro, Ala
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