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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1916
Page
2
A terse 1916 publisher notice fragment mentions names Siean Ales and Joan Wuire with likely advertising or imprint details. The legible text repeats the publisher attribution and year, signaling a historical print note without clear event or context.
An article argues for broader national preparedness beyond ships and defenses, urging universal military training for youths to foster practical defensive patriotism. It contends that citizens must be ready to defend the country and that patriotic duty includes early, rigorous instruction in military skills alongside other schooling.
An old advertisement claims constipation dulls the mind and body. It touts Dr King’s New Life Pill as a gentle, non gripping laxative that works overnight, with a bedtime dose promised to leave you brighter in the morning. A bottle is sold for 300.
The October honor roll lists students across grades with names including Stockton, Morin, Roberts, White, Pickens, Sandlin, Amon, Montgomery, Bock, Frazer, Goodett, Luost, Weatherwax, and Mrs. T1103 as principal and J. Wear as assistant. The report notes praiseworthy academic effort and attendance.
A Bank of Otlonwood Texas vice president T J Norse writes in support of Foley Kidsey Pills for kidney trouble. He notes relief and advocates the product to anyone suffering from kidney distress, listing symptoms such as worry aches soreness stiffness and rheumatic issues.
Names of candidates who stood the teachers license examination on Monday and Tuesday December 18 and 19 include Secotal Grade Ms Acuie Hill Mes Jacie Patt Mes Juin Weatherwax Mrs Blanche Elis Thad Grade Miss Ola Berryhill Miss Carie Mie Pickens Miss Su Bracken Aone aks Mrs Lucy Young Addie Irwin (col)
A Scoattsville resident recounts using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy about five years ago for two of her children in Garbutt New York. She states the medicine promptly stopped coughing and sped recovery, claiming it worked better than anything she previously used. An advertisement copy promotes the product with similar praise.
A reflective note on commerce and change. It urges readers not to judge a newspaper by ads but to measure a merchant by his ability to meet modern conditions and reader demands. The piece hints at bread and exchange as simple examples of adjusting to new realities.
Marie Virginia writes from Sandin Drug Co notes relief after using Foley's Honey and Tar for a troublesome bronchial cough and throat irritation that worsened at night. One bottle stopped the cough.
A terse, fragmented line discusses neutrality as a virtue while suggesting self interest or ego undercuts objectivity. The brief quote hints at social critique without clear context or names.
Advice note notes that Nervomanese stems from constipation and that Chamberlain's Tablets provide quick relief and aid digestion. Mentions availability and benefit.
Washington December report says the Congressional Joint Committee on Interstate Commerce will resume hearings on governmental regulation of transportation after March 4. Shippers, investors, and business representatives urge unification of regulation to end a fragmented system, with railroads seeking federal rules that can attract capital while protecting public interests. The article notes widespread study by chambers, manufacturers, retailers, and railroad interests, all pushing for a coherent national framework.
Food and clothing costs rise, yet Foley Kidney Pills remain affordable for families. The ad notes relief from backache sore muscles and bladder trouble, promoting these pills as a reliable remedy and mentioning Sandlin Drug Co.
Luther H. Gentry of Moulton has become a full pledged United States Marine Corps recruit. He recently completed initial training and is awaiting orders at Norfolk Virginia for assignment to duty abroad. Marines uphold distinct uniforms, traditions, and the corps long record as a premier fighting force.
Luther Gantry, son of William N. Gantry of Moulton, enlisted in the United States Marine Corps at the Birmingham recruiting station on August 1, 1916. He joins the ranks as part of a wartime mobilization in Alabama.
An exchange mocks politicians spending large sums to gain power while noting a poor economy. The speaker suggests they could secure influence for half the cost, hinting at political bargaining or bribery without detailing events or names.
A fragmented line claims 1,560,000 automobiles exist in the country with one half owned by farmers. The speaker then asserts having a reliable pair of legs, suggesting a challenged stance on mobility or ownership.
A fragment suggests assessing a young person's character through their idle habits and those around him. The wording points to a cautionary note on conduct and personal development without clear specifics or events.
Farm lands in Lawrence County Alabama offered for sale on five years time. For details write W. J. Nesbit Decatur Alabama.
A partition sale is set in Lawrence County Alabama under state law. The notice outlines the property action and involved parties seeking to settle ownership through a court ordered division. Details on dates locations and bids are provided in the official notice.
Local church directory lists Baptist and Methodist services on varying Sundays with pastors J. W. Jones C. Kerby and Guy F. Ponder. Sunday School times 9:30 am and 11:00 am at different houses. Lord's Supper observed. visitors invited.
The document lists court convening dates and governing board meetings. Chancery Court meets on the fourth Monday in February and August, Circuit Court on the first Monday of June and December with a two week term, County Court on the third Monday each month, July term on the third Mondays in January and July, Probate Court on the second Monday each month, Board of Revenue on the second Monday in February and August with a first Monday in April and a second Monday in November, teachers paid on the first Saturday each month at Moulton, and HK nominations on the third Mondays in December, April, and July.
Cad do Churcher Methodist preaching first Sundays monthly. Rev W W Aldridgg pastor. Bro Neighbors from Trinity preaches fifth Sunday afternoon. Sunday chow every Sunday at 10 o clock Inman Napps superintendent singing on Sundays and eighth Sunday afternoon. Congregational preaching on second fourth Sundays Rev J Johnson pastor. Sunday school every Sunday at 9 30 p m E R Hames superintendent. Preaching on fourth Sunday at 11 o'clock. Class leaders meeting every fourth Saturday afternoon. Ladies Aid Society meets first Saturday afternoon.
Probate Judge J C Kumpe, County Clerk W Jackson, Solicitor D W Trein, Sheriff Ree Tetstemser, Tax Collector E Breen, later to Cheeser W R Jackson, Treasurer WM Sqadlin, Supt of Education DM, Board of Forests J D2 French J D L Byars, pastor T PF Shmon, Board of hv senve J Smrkh 7 vetk Smith, J Mo otwers A f Ueeks, Surveyor H O Wasterenm.
Scosier announces Congregational preaching on first Saturday and Sunday each month led by Pastor Ree J B Johpeon. Sunday School sessions held every Sunday at 10 am with Thrasher Son coordinating.
A scanned list outlines officers for several district posts including President of District No. 8 J C Reid Trews Creek R 8 and President District No 3 W A Pick ens Mt Hope plus Superintendents Mise Clara Stewart Moulton and J T Weer Mon tor with other titles such as secretary and vice president across multiple locales. The document reflects a late 19th or early 20th century style listing names and roles for local school administration.
Cure sick headache constipation billousness sour stomach and bad breath with Cascarets candy cathartic. They cleanse and regulate stomach remove sour feces take excess bile from liver and carry off waste from intestines and bowels. A box from your druggist keeps liver and bowels clean all night.
Sheriff sal e of Annie Jacksons real and personal property under a writ of execution issued by the citrenit court directs a public auction. The sale lists land described in sections and townships in Lawrence County with Trout 10 acres on the east side of the Swif f and other parcels. The sale is set for January 3, 1917 at the front door of the court house in Moulton Alabama.
Notice of Administrator Sale of Real Estate by Roberson as administrator of W. Y. Roberson deceased. In Mount Hope, Lawrence County Alabama, auction to the highest bidder at the post office door on Saturday January 6 1917 between sale hours. Property includes specified tracts in Sections 18 19 24 Township 7 Range 1 West 9 West and 13 7 10 West Franklin County Alabama. One half cash and balance in twelve months with approved security. Olden D Roserson administrator and J M Irwin attorney.
Notice from Lawrence County Alabama Court of Revenue seeking sealed bids for a Macadam road from Courtland corporate limits five miles toward Landersville. Bids due 12 o'clock M on Thursday January 8 1917 at the Probate Judge's office. Profiles and plans on file at Probate Office. By order of the Court of Revenue J C Kumpe Judge of Probate.
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