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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1908
Page
2
The Moulton Advertiser states support for democratic principles and nominees while condemning fallacies and family abuses. It emphasizes its platform as Truth Justice and Mercy.
The national slate lists president William J. Bryan of Nebraska and vice president John W. Kern of Indiana. Brian Kern ticket reflects the party's picks.
State nominating slate lists Associate Justice candidates R T Simpson Lauderdale and J Mayfield Tuscaloosa. Electors at large include J C Pugh Jefferson and Emmet O Neal Lauderdale. Also named are Game and Fish Warden John H Wallace Madison and President of Railroad Commission Charles Henderson Troy.
The list names M H Craig for Superintendent of Education D H Bracken for Tax Collector W C Hamilton for Tax Assessor J M Sandlin for Treasurer and J C Hames E B Harris Rome Pickens and Jack Windham for the Court of Revenue by district nw se sw and ne districts respectively.
A speech to the South Carolina Press Association by Hon. Richard H. Edmunds extols southern resources including cotton, forests, coal, iron, and climate while urging responsible use for mankind. The piece criticizes wasteful politics and temperance actions, notes pacific coast dry wave, and recalls a man traveling to the Alps with his partner as a light anecdote. It ends with a remark on a woman fined for overalls in Chicago and a nod to freedom.
The railroads granted cut rates to the Republicans while Democrats rode full fare, as notification committees began their pilgrimage. The public will likely rebuke this perceived favoring of the Republican party at the coming November election with a sweeping majority, signaling clear discontent.
A woman from a noble German family seeks to marry the man she loves despite social pressure. Rich Europewid people ponder the scandal, arguing such a union shocks German society. The author notes the woman deserves praise but doubts triumph in Germany.
A historical remark discusses paying Russia seven million two hundred thousand dollars for Alaska and prospecting seven million dollars in gold annually. The speaker hints at unknown earth riches and a belief in coal under Liberty Hall, suggesting future mining ventures and potential wealth after crossing to the other shore.
Two men embark on hazardous expeditions to the North and South poles. Each will be paid 100000, a substantial sum for dangerous assignments. The ventures promise financial reward amid extreme testing conditions as they begin their journeys.
A local man spins a sharp, humorous tale about a gay old widow catching a husband with half moon pies and batter cakes. He quips fried chicken would have done as well, framing a lighthearted village anecdote.
Hobson denounces war with Japan and urges excommunication for such actions. Local items mention a pleasant Friday shower, Milam sisters visiting relatives, Pat Kirkland’s acting on the Enterprise, and political nominations for Illinois and Minnesota governors. A protracted meeting in Fairfield is planned, Chancery Court convened, Pelham Deleshaw visiting Athens, and a baby boy born to Mr and Mrs William Roberts with mother and child doing well.
Walter Jackson reports the death of Grandma Sanders at 52 after a illness, noting funeral arrangements on the 20th and burial on the 18th. The note also covers school activities, meetings, visits, and community updates including Debating Society progress, rain, and local road work.
Sherwood Peerson writes from Decatur Alabama describing a bustling city with growing rail and river traffic, new buildings, schools and churches. He friendlily mentions acquaintances, tunes of music, and memories of his old home while sending regards to Tom Holland Dr. Tom Irwin Rip Vaughn and others.
J. R. Montgomery and family of Hal-are were visiting loved ones and sent a pleasant call last Monday, sharing cheerful remarks and good will during their visit.
Miss Helen Lynch returns home to Iuka after a week with relatives. A L Windham recovers from chills and is out again. Our Senior editor and his daughter Mary visit relatives in the lower valley. Ed Hefner shows improvement after two weeks of illness. Dr Chisholm enjoys visits from his two playful boys. Mrs Finnie of Camp Spring dies, burial follows. Mrs S S Wert dies in Decatur, sympathy to the bereaved. Bro Pickens reports protracted meetings at Wren Rock Spring Mt Home Concord Prospect with Bro Boyett assisting. Local marriages: A W Hill and Lennie Lipscomb, Jan A Blackmon and Charleia Letson, Othe Scruggs and Susie Morrison, all of Lawrence county. Congratulations to the couples.
An automobile runs off the road and typically crashes into a tree rock pole or river. The text notes that such incidents often end badly for the occupants.
A remark suggesting higher female incomes would reduce bachelor numbers in the country, reflecting social views of the era and economic expectations for women.
A western prophet predicts the world will be destroyed by fire within two centuries, and observers note the long lead time before any judgment or disaster unfolds. The remark is shared amid public curiosity and skepticism about prophetic timing.
A medical pitch claims women suffer digestive and bowel issues from their habits and touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a safe mild laxative. It cites testimonials from Nashville Oklahoma Chicago and Indiana endorsing quick relief and a permanent cure, with prices 50 cents to 1 dollar and free samples offered.
A fragmented retail listing highlights fabrics and prices including 35 cent linen 35S brown 836 wide, muslin 8 and 6 cents, bleached sheeting 10 cents yard, fancy colors organza and calico, 50 to 65 cent skirt goods, Jaffeta and calf wool cutting at stated yardage and prices.
Public notice states appointments for poll tax payment on the first day of February. It mentions compulsory net payments and voters who find themselves on the list. The wording is fragmented but indicates a political fiscal obligation and scheduling for poll tax under review.
A penalty of 5 percent will be added to tax assessments for those who fail to assess before the first Monday in February. Citing Alabama Code Section 99465, the notice urges all to meet promptly, either in person or by agent.
W C Hamilton Tax Assessor and D H Bracken Tax Collector of Lawrence County Alabama announce schedules to assess 1909 taxes and collect 1908 taxes at specified times and places.
All taxes are due on October 1 and delinquent on January 1 each year. Taxpayers should bring deeds to obtain proper land descriptions. Attending appointments is urged as financially beneficial.
A notice from Amother Chamece announces gatherings over the final ten days of 1908 at the Court House in Moulton Alabama to await those providentially prevented from attending the scheduled appointments. Re members the penalty dates and places.
Tax Assessor W C Hamilton and Tax Collector D H Bracken issue official notice dated August 20 1908. The brief record lists the two officials and the date of the notice for tax matters.
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