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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1909
Page
2
The piece mixes festive cheer with public matters. It praises Brooks Lawrence with a playful gold medal, forecasts Alaba ma’s enduring vibrancy, notes Uncle Sam’s 25 million corporate tax, and urges prudent, law-making public stance while commenting on appetite, the road system, and a Christmas mood.
Comer's throne shakes with a minor quake as Bryan speaks to large crowds, with a ticket man at the door. Alabama has 30,000 Republican voters. 5,000 backed the Amendment, the rest opposed. Virgil Boulden of Jackson County is named as a possible Congress candidate next year, described as a bright young lawyer.
The piece notes the enormous word count in the late amendment debate and a speaker being called down. It reports Europe’s best crops in a decade, implying lower grain demand from America. F N Jackson thanks supporters of a reform movement, then calls for rest and sun, then a fishing suggestion. It laments no real bomb at Comer and mocks politicians chasing empty honors amid heated politics.
Brooks Lawrence declares himself a fixture in Alabama and denies future claims of Ohio citizenship. The inquiry seeks to know how his bowels by-laws and constitution stand, hoping for no serious disruption or potential issues.
The writer argues road problems would ease if farmers owned cars but laments that most must walk or stay home. A disdainful view of public highways follows, with criticism of those who oppose amendments and the liquor lobby. The piece questions how prohibitionists will help themselves under O Neal as governor with a friendly legislature.
From CHAIRMAN SHERROD and CHAIRMAN WHITE of Lawrence County dated December 1909 the letter comments on the previous Monday's election rejecting a constitutional amendment. It praises conservatism, repeal options, and enforcement of prohibition laws, urging unity and ongoing prohibition work. It also notes support from voters and anti amendment committee efforts, while acknowledging defeat but rejecting hostility.
A local store in Landersville reports a car load of goods designated for the community and invites residents to receive the items by December 15. The message also notes further instructions to the recipient to offer additional assistance or quantities as directed.
Shoppers consider gifts for Sweetheart Wife Mother Father and family as the holiday season nears with many seeking ideas and festive cheer at the Hall event.
Avis Jewelry House promotes a broad assortment of rings watches pins brooches bracelets chains and more with prices as low as 3 50 per set and claims to outstrip rivals on cash prices through guarantees and personal service highlighting Elgin watches at 5 00 and Rozane ware along with other fine goods for Christmas shoppers.
Report states no illegal votes found in Lawrence County at the late election. Gov. Comer praised for boosting rural schools, while criticized as the worst vilified figure in Alabama. Special Baptist church services at Moulton announced for Sunday morning and evening. Urgent relief appeal urged with Christmas spirit. Local merchants advertise ink’s drawing power for business vitality.
James K. Penney as assignee of I L James announces a December 14 1909 public auction in Moulton Lawrence County Alabama. Sixteen parcels including a lot at Hillsboro and various town plots will be sold for cash in legal hours. The sale follows a federal court order dated October 30 1909 in OBrien Brothers v J E Penney Assignee.
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