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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1906
Page
3
Brief classified style item from the Ghe Moulton Advertiser in Moulton Alabama references a 1008 entry or listing with minimal readable context. The fragment hints at a local notice or ad but lacks details on parties, dates, or actions.
A notice offers a free cure for eczema salt rheum erysipelas piles and skin diseases claiming instant relief. Letter from F W Williams at 400 Manhattan Avenue New York requests readers to enclose a stamp.
Uncle Sam maintains 32766 rural routes at an annual outlay near 25 million dollars. A Black man near Tuscaloosa was seriously cut after contact with a circular saw. Nearby iron land of 450 acres near Birmingham sold for 800000 dollars.
A fragmentary notice recalls the old Grove's Tastelese Chill Tank enduring for 25 years. The garbled text hints at a beverage flavoring or medicinal product in a taste like form, mentioning iron and quinine.
A woman near Upelka locked three children in a cabin and left for town. Returning, she found the cabin and children destroyed by fire. In New Orleans a man killed his wife and then himself over debts.
An advertisement promises a guaranteed cure for piles with Druggist refund offer. It claims relief in 6 to 14 days, first application provides ease. Sentinel details include 50c price, postage paid by sending stamps to Paris Medicine Co. St. Louis Missouri.
A boy found a pocket book in New York containing $5000. He received $2 for returning it and paying for the advertisement to locate the owner. The finder likely spent small funds to aid the recovery process while awaiting restitution.
A brief patent style claim promotes Larative Brome Quinine Tablets promising cure for a cold in one day. The ad asserts all druggists refund money if it fits to cure, and features a name E. W.Greyes on each box. The text ends with an unclear signature.
Capt John Stephenson, long time portly host of the Courtland hotel, spent last week in Moulton attending court. This term winds up his official court ties, leaving with a clean record. The Moulton Advertiser notes letters to Santa for good children awaiting presents.
W L Hill of Bowie Texas claims a drastic weight gain from 90 to over 180 pounds after suffering a terrible cough and a diagnosis of consumption. He credits Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds with his recovery after using 12 bottles. Sold by Windham & Co druggists Bee with a $1.00 price and a free trial bottle offered.
State funds in state Treasury total 1 131 124 while Athens post office reports a robbery loss of 390. Walter Simmons is noted and Pani White made a Decatur business tip last Friday. An advert promotes Dr Sheep Health Coffee claiming stomach and kidney benefits and urges trial samples from Windham & Co.
Rey BR Quinn and others attended a Friday turkey supper at Mr Jim Amon’s. FE D Hamilton brought Fas three names and $3.00 over four weeks. Many others contributed one or two with the money, for which thanks are given.
An old advertisement declares a $100 reward for any catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure from F. J. Cheney & Co. The certifying wholesalers Walding, Kinnan & Marvin vouch for Cheney's honor and financial ability. The product is taken internally to affect mucus surfaces. testimonials free. price 75 cents per bottle. sold by all druggists. Hall's Family Pills are recommended for constipation.
Enon school district seeks a teacher and promises good wages. Names Calon J. Bynum J. L. Owen and J. Livingstone appear as potential applicants. The notice targets qualified educators in the community seeking hire.
An early 20th century health notice asserts digestion hinges on absorbed nutrients, praising Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets to invigorate the stomach and liver, improve appetite, strength, endurance, and mental clarity. It advertises samples and sales by all druggists. Bro. J. Sandlin of Redbay visited last week and shared a warm reunion with friends.
Hon J. C. Kumpe and his daughter Mies Ola were in Decatur Friday. Frank Moses notes a request to send his paper to Ensley, and implies his family has been located.
News-Herald notes the Dr Shoop Cough Cure as safe for children and reliable, praising its opposition to narcotics. It mentions a $10-per-drop challenge for narcotic ingredients and reflects approval of the Government Pure Food and Drug Law, urging public protection and purchase from local merchants.
Our town school is flourishing and everpiimes makes steady progress in the old trek house. The best investment is educating children, and our people are waking to this important duty.
A North Carolina family recounts two doctors failing to help their measles attacked infant. After trying various remedies, Chamberlain's Cough Remedy was recommended by a storekeeper and the baby recovered. The letter, signed Geo W Spere from Holly Springs, notes the remedy is sold by all druggists.
A troubling forecast describes France nearing violent sectarian conflict as historic religions clash. a warned remedy to cancer is touted but deemed unlikely to endure. The note urges patients to rely on simple remedies rather than experimental cures.
The item urges homeward actions for fatigue reform and social display, advising readers to go home to rest, study, and practice with family before showing themselves publicly. It also promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for cold relief, claiming quick care. Sold by All Drug Wists (sic).
An ad claims Tennessee Valley Fertilizers are the best mace and promotes it as a home enterprise. It urges guano users to remember this important fact and directs readers to see the advertisement in the paper.
Collected tidbits show a Tennessee testimonial for Herbine promoting relief from constipation and digestive complaints with a Miss Lucy Pickens visiting Morul ton as a guest of Mr and Mrs WH Pickens. Local court records report A C Crosthwaite paying $186 for a horse on the first Monday of court, the animal dying within two days.
A garbled vintage ad touts Bailard's Horehound Syrup as a cure for coughs and bronchitis with prices listed. An accidental self harm note mentions Erle Holt, 15, who shot himself while hunting in Limestone county. Henry Landers dies near Anniston while feeding, in Alabama. The piece also notes 716 rural routes needing more, reflecting rural infrastructure references.
Advertises Toucc its White's Cream Vermifuge as a remedy for worms and child diseases. Claims it kills worms and clears mucus, with mild action leaving children healthy. Testimonial notes a child passing 73 worms after one dose. Sold by Wincham & Co.
Ex Senator Brown of Eftah dies after being shot by a woman without leaving a statement. Jim Masterson plans a Christmas elephant feast at his home with invitations extended to the entire county.
J B Waterman of Watertown writes that his daughter, afflicted with epilepsy for years, was cured by Dr King's New Life Pills and has not had an attack for over two years. The note appears on cards from Windham & Co. drug store offering Best buty cleansers and life giving toxic pills.
Fines totaling 150000 dollars were recently imposed on rebater activities in New York. Reports note widespread prosecutions as authorities crack down on improper rebate practices across the state and beyond.
A. Gim of Navaro Texas reports using Snow Liniment for a sprained ankle and achieving excellent results. The product is advertised as a cure for rheumatism and various pains, with Windham & Co distributing it.
Don’t break your budget buying Christmas presents this year. You will find suitable Xmas gifts at Iwin’s drug store with a range of affordable options and seasonal stock.
A historical note claims that frequent colds can harbor diphtheria germs and praises Cramberlain's Cough Remedy as a quick cure. The ad-like fragment states the product reduces the danger of diphtheria and other germ diseases and notes it is for sale by druggists.
In Georgia the Negro Methodist Conference denounces President Roosevelt for discharging a drunken man. Rev T W Walker, a Black preacher, was badly shot while attempting to mediate a church clash in Birmingham.
A brief ad claiming Chamberlain’s salve is excellent for ordinary skin diseases it soothes itching and irritation and aids healing. Sold by all druggists.
Mr Wood of Marion county steps in to fill his position as the community notes a loyal citizen with a large family who is anticipated to depart the area. The town extends warm wishes and support for the change.
W J Rawis of Bells, Tennessee, reports nasal catarrh relief after using Buealen's Arica Salve. He claims swelling and soreness inside the nose diminished and never returned, noting the remedy's success after initial discomfort. The brand is sold by Wrotham & Co, druggists.
A brief note suggests Christmas approaches next week with merchants expecting a vigorous fade in traffic. The piece expresses a communal wish to brighten someone’s day and avoid disappointing local merchants.
An advertisement touts a miraculous cure by HH Adams and wife Hemrmetta Pay. It claims a sick child with eczema improved after using Elecui¢ Gillers and a second dose, promising swift, dramatic results. The copy mixes testimonials with drug-store promotion and odd figures.
An old advertorial from Windham Co promotes Dr Shoop's Preventics as a quick approach to cold prevention. It claims the product offers prompt effects and urges readers to use the Preventics cold remedy. The fragment references cent boxes and a sale or catalog listing.
Local shoppers are urged to visit China Hall in Decatur Alabama for a wide range of Christmas gifts for children including dolls buggies pianos te sets sewing sets blocks games and more. The ad also promotes Dr Shoop’s Catarrh Care with a free trial box and a healing balm claim, urging customers to call Windham & Co for details.
The Mayor of Hunteville imposes a $50 fine on all bootleg whiskey sellers. Alabama marked 87 years old last Friday, ten years older than The Moulton Advertiser. A North Carolina boy, after a five year absence, returned home and three days later left with $82,000 belonging to his father.
An advertisement touts Dr Shoup Magic Ointment as quick relief for piles. It claims the alovie formula works with certainty and satisfaction, promising disappearance of itching, painful protruding piles and urging readers to try it. Win dham & Co.
The record mentions cautious information sharing about recent activity near the cohesion gins last week. It notes a trip to Har teellé and bringing Price home for Christmas, with Christmas celebrations already under way and caution about a parade of accidents.
Lawrence County customers are invited to China Hall for a large stock of dinner sets priced from 5.50 to 8.00. A wide lamp line is also available. Walter Nesbit manages the store and looks forward to serving old friends. Visit China Hall when in Decatur.
Aryan received twenty five thousand dollars over expenses for letters to the American press. Montgomery county sentences will include fifty six Black individuals and two White men to the penitentiary. The Advertiser invites subscriptions as the New Year begins with a hopeful tone. Roosevelt reportedly earned forty thousand dollars for securing peace between Russia and Japan, a prize offered by a Swedish philanthropist.
A Christmas tree gathering at the Methodist church in this place is set for Monday night with all people and schools invited. A splendid program is planned and a good time is anticipated. W B Brewer brought a heaping wash of Christmas, and thanks are given while hoping Santa remembers rural friends this season.
Bill Jones was badly shot through the abdomen in a morning ambush by a man named Cal Moran who escaped. The shooting followed an old feud and both men had been drinking the day before. Dr. John H. Irwin was summoned to see the injured man.
The China Hall in Decatur showcases festive decor and invites old customers to visit and explore gifts for friends and family. The store promises something for everyone during the holiday season.
John Howell, who recently suffered a broken leg when kicked by a mule, is riding well and expects to be back soon. His new hotel project is advancing, with completion anticipated in the near future.
Dr Montgomery writes from Leon on December 10th 1906 announcing the death of his fourth child Jack aged 25 after lifelong asthma. He describes Jack as patient and content in illness and asks for prayers as the family mourns and seeks rest for their son in a land of rest.
A community note praises Professor Lynch for a fluent speech on Christian Education delivered at Tuscum bis. The Advertiser misfiled the paper and cannot be found. Readers hope Lynch will schedule another engagement in Moulton over the holidays to hear his eloquent voice again.
An unprecedented rush of new subscribers last week forced us to send out 50 half sheets to old subscribers with no charge. These half sheets were mailed to avoid delaying new subscribers and dates were shifted up by one week.
Chas Hendrick of East Tennessee attempted to swim out with his four year old on his back. Both father and child drowned in the sea. Judge Simpson released Colbert county convicts to monthly sums of twenty one dollars each. W L Bowman of Mt home praised the Advertiser as money well invested, adding that it is a blessing and smooths their path.
Six couples wed last Sunday December 16 1906 in a buggy ceremony officiated by Reverend Emmerson. The pairs were I W Speake and Trannie I Dutton W F Jacobs and Madgie Crow Herbert Ill and Treaper Cowan. A large crowd gathered to offer best wishes as the couples sailed home with six hearts beating as three, with a prayer blessing.
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