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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1909
Page
1
A poem recounts the Spider luring the Fly to a parlor with flattering words and promises of rest and beauty. The Fly declines at first then, beguiled by vanity, follows the Spider up a winding stair. The Spider ensnares the Fly and the tale ends with a warning to beware deceitful counselors.
A long reader letter from Miss C. A. Hawkins of Danville Route 4 argues for broad liberty for laboring classes. She laments perceived government overreach, claims rulers target freedoms, and urges collective action while warning the rich and calling for repentance before eternity.
A Jacksonville Alabama reader in 1909 writes to the Moulton Advertiser praising local coverage and noting Lawrence County sentiment on the Amendment vote with a 77 in favor of the measure. He mentions Winston County representation and future plans to visit at Christmas, signing as 8. N. 8. Schoolboy.
A lighthearted reflection notes that while constructing a house can be rewarding, it also leaves a lasting reminder that some prefer not to repeat the effort. The piece frames home-building as a worthwhile but demanding experience with lasting lessons.
Dear Editors report health good in Hartselle Route I Dee area. Notes include two marriages at bride's home: Edward Breeding and Mattie Brannon, Jourd Osborn and Alice Newman. R. W. Brannon and mother visited near Paint Rock. School inquiry at Pine Hill. Signed D. B.
A columnist notes that a woman dresses to provoke envy among other women rather than to gain male praise. The piece also comments that some men fear divorce, while a well natured husband often stays away from home to avoid domestic disruption caused by children.
A city top-story incident in a two-flat building shows loneliness eased by open doors. Two newlyweds, separated by travel, become neighbors across the hall, sharing work and songs, banishing isolation, and forming a close friendship. The tale delivers a simple moral: keep doors open to heart and home.
A letter from A J Wiley trustee in Conway, Alabama describes a November 1 start at a local school led by Prof. J M Hitt. The event included a student parade, music, a bond fire, a search for the North Star, religious services with a Thanksgiving sermon, a community dinner, games, recitations, and songs, ending with wishes for Christmas and a happy New Year.
Polly sits in the parlor enjoying sunless delight. Molly rests in a shady nook reading a book. Dolly rides in an auto creating a lively scene in the town. Mothers works in the kitchen carrying the load.
A quirky essay notes that talk requires no thought. It suggests gardening teaches about many topics beyond flora and produce. It jokes that a radiantly wide hat still invites a kiss, and warns skepticism may signal weak conviction, not absence of reason.
Minnie Geretha Smith born June 15 1879 died November 14 1909 at home near Mt Hope Alabama. She married Wade Smith September 80 1887 and was mother to eight children. She joined Town Creek church in 1906 and later the Christian church near Mt Hope, remaining an orderly member until death. She endured seven months of illness with patience, leaving a grieving husband and children, and a large family by adoption.
A brief joke notes that a laughter-in-law is someone connected by marriage to your son, implying humor and affection rather than conflict in family relations.
A retrospective county by county tally on the amendment shows strong Republican opposition across Alabama with Lawrence County nearly unanimous against the measure. The piece notes Republican defections and argues Democrats and Republicans should unite without rancor, urging dispassionate scrutiny of the figures and a Christmas spirit of reconciliation.
A humorous old advice piece urges merchants to advertise to attract customers during slow times. It emphasizes that tidy shelves and steady bills prompt the need for a published remedy, advertising as the proper course to draw shoppers and boost sales.
A fragment notes a man objects to harming his wife as she is his spouse. It comments on women consulting fortune tellers to vindicate faith if predictions come true. The tone hints at social commentary or satirical remark about gender and superstition.
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