Two Brothers Kill Each Other in California After Drinking
The Hloulton Advertiser reports two brothers, Moulter and Ja., went to Agsioon in California and after heavy drinking one shot killed the other. The note laments whiskey in the Golden State and calls for reform. In a separate item, a Mobile bully loses an eye in a saloon, a sad Christmas for the survivor, and a critique of whiskey lasting in Mobile.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agsioon
California
Bro. Barbee
Golden State
Bay
Hall's Catarrh Cure Promoted Despite Mercury Warning
An advertisement warns against mercury based treatments for catarrh and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure by F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio. It claims the remedy contains no mercury, is taken internally, and supports the blood and mucous surfaces. Also touts Hall's Family Pills for constipation with price 75 cents per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Cheney &Co
Toledo
Ohio
J. Cheney & Co
Christmas Reflections And A Californian Diamond Find
Christmas passed off pleasantly in this locality with hopeful talk of a brighter future. A California boy stumbled upon a bag of diamonds, receiving $500 for the find, reflecting luck and a measure of wonder in the week’s quiet news.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
DeWitt’s Early Risers Pills Sold by Irwin Drug Co
A brief advertorial note praising DeWitt’s Little Early Risers as the best small pleasant liver pills, advertised as sold by Irwin Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mearly
DeWitt
Irwin Drug Co
Miss Leona Cowan Celebrated by Voters in County
A local note says Miss Leona Cowan won re election by a large majority and will be honored soon. It mentions China burying its Emperor and Empress within a week at a cost of four million dollars. The piece also forecasts the Millennium when Lawrence County High School finishes and opens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Lawrence County
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Promoted for Children
The season for coughs and colds prompts strong use of Chamberlains Cough Remedy among mothers. Mrs F F Starcher of Ripley Virginia endorses its use for her children, claiming consistent satisfaction. The ad notes the remedy contains narcotics and can be given to children as to adults, with sellers Irwin Drug Co Moulton SE Gardner Landersville BD W Irwin Hillsboro offering it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. F Starcher
Ripley W. Va
Irwin Drug Co
Moulton
E. Gardner Landersville
Irwin Hillsboro
Chicago woman decapitates child and poisons others
A Chicago woman killed her child by decapitation and poisoned three others before taking her own life. The sensational incident shocks the city as investigators probe motives and connections to further crimes whispered in the press.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Rings Little Liver Pill Promises Quick Relief
An ad promotes Rings Little Liver Pill as a remedy for biliousness sick headache and constipation. It claims gentle action with no griping and lists a 25 cent price. Sold by Irwin Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irwin Drug Co
Elderly missionary baptist dies in Athens
Mrs Elizabeth Grisham a faithful Missionary Baptist died in Athens at age 83 The mobile whiskey men reportedly raised 25000 to strike down the statewide prohibition law A report from Washington claiming Judge Hundley was confirmed is false and he remains in doubt with poker cards in hand
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Grisham
Athens
Mobile
Washington
Hundley
Marked for Death Cough Healed by Dr King’s New Discovery
Mrs. A C Williams of Backy says a graveyard cough nearly killed her lungs until Dr King’s New Discovery restored her health. She gained eight pounds and fully recovered. The medicine is advertised as the world’s healing remedy for coughs colds and lung and throat diseases and pneumonia prevention. Sold with guarantee by medicine dealers. 500 and 1.00 trial bottle free.
Birmingham Loses $15,000 Monthly to Fires
City records show Birmingham incurs about fifteen thousand dollars in monthly losses due to fires across neighborhoods. Officials warn the pattern strains fire services and insurance coverage as demand for prevention funding rises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
ManZan Pile Remedy Claims Immediate Piles Relief
Personal experience asserts ManZan Pile Remedy provides immediate relief for all forms of piles. Guaranteed S60 Gold by Irwix Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irwix
Orrin Elkins Visit Highlights Local Agriculture shift
Orrin Elkins of Mount Hope visited town and announced plans to reduce cotton acreage next year. He will focus on corn oats peas hay and hogs, urging others to follow for salvation amid low cotton prices. The note ends with a jab at those blaming women as Mars and a reflection on post office pigeon holes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orrin Elkins
Mount Hope
Orrin
Electric Bitters Proclaimed Remedy for Stomach and Liver
W C Kiestler of Halliday Arkansas declares Electric Bitters a cure for malaria and stomach ailments. The tonic purportedly purifies blood, strengthens nerves, and restores energy. Sold for 500 at medicine dealers with a money back guarantee if it fails to help.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Kiestler
Halliday
Ark
All Medicine
Bankers and aldermen held on graft charges in Pittsburg
Two bankers and seven city aldermen are under arrest in Pittsburg charged with grafting. Roosevelt allegedly fills a meal bag for Santa while promising a long Panama Canal project will cost vast sums. John D. Smith, rural carrier, is arrested in Union Springs on defalcation charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Roosevelt
Old Santa
John D. Smith
Union Springs
Cascasweet Pitch for Baby Comfort and Law Compliance
An old advertisement claims Cascasweet eases a cross baby without opiates or harmful drugs and is widely recommended by mothers. It notes compliance with the National Pure Food and Drugs Law and lists Irwin Drug Co. as the seller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irwin Drug Co
Reward Offered for Edmondson Family Murders in Morgan County
Gov. Comer posts a reward of 100 dollars for arrests in the Edmondson family murder case in Morgan county. John Will Sherrell relocates to New Decatur to enter the furniture business with Twin City Installment Company. He invites Lawrence county residents to visit the city and suggests placing an ad in the paper as a drawing card.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comer
Edmondson
Morgan County
John Will Sherrell
New Decatur
Twin City
Lawrence County
Salve touted for eczema and tetter relief
The intense itching of eczema tetter and salt rheum is almost instantly allayed by Chamberlain's Salve. Many severe cases have been cured by it. For sale by Irwin Drug Co Moulton 8 Gardner Landsville and Irwin Hillsboro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Irwin Drag Co
Moulton
Obituary and local notes from Tuscumbia and Cullman
Dr. W. B. Moore, a highly regarded Tuscumbia citizen, has died. Prof. Quinn dismissed his school last Wednesday for Christmas and will reopen next Monday. Burglars in Cullman stole a wagon then entered a store and took an iron safe. Roosevelt is expected to begin his trip to Africa soon, with hopes for a successful journey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quinn
Cullman
Roosevelt
Africa
Woods Liver Medicine in Liquid Form
Liver medicine sold by Irwin Drug Co claims to regulate the liver relieve sick headache constipation stomach kidney disorders and act as a gentle laxative. It promises tonic effects from the first dose and notes a $1.00 bottle contains twice as much as the 50c size.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woods
Irwin Drug Co
Chicago
Ill
Hog weighing near a ton drawn in Sheffield tale
Guy Masterson finishes State School stay in Jacksonville and spends Christmas at home. Damaging testimony targets the Night Riders in Tennessee with many likely to receive life sentences. The Pippin boys staged three hogs at Sheffield near 1000 pounds, with Ed Ragland as their neighbor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guy Masterson
Jacksonville
Tennessee
Pippin
Sheffield
Ed Ragland
Kodol advertised as a cure for stomach trouble
An advertisement claims eating all foods is fine and dieting is unnecessary for dyspepsia. It promotes Kodol as a natural digestive juice product that digests all food, is pleasant to take, and guarantees relief, sold by Irwin Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irwin Drug Co
Perry County Man Sentenced To Life In Prison
Community urges support for Lawrence County High School and local church construction. The piece envisions Moulton, Alabama, as a future standout town once both buildings are completed, calling residents to aid the cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perry County
Tennessee
Pen For Life
Lawrence County High School
Moulton
Alabama
Christmas Trees and Gifts Highlight Local Holiday Spirit
Mrs Jas Stewart entertained children Christmas Eve with a tree laden with presents. Wren planted a tree for loved ones. Bro Swindell visited his mother near Nashville for Christmas. Jake Alexander traveled the county in six days then tended other matters, showing what one can accomplish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bro. Swindell
Nashville
Jake Alexander
Cured Cold Sore with Bucklen's Arnica Salve
Leo F. Zelinski of Buffalo North Carolina reports curing the worst cold sore with Bucklen's Arnica Salve. He applied it once daily for two days until the sore vanished. Heals all sores and is sold with a guarantee at medicine dealers and drug stores for five cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leo F. Zelinski
Gibson S&t
Buffalo, N. C
Bucklen
All Medicine Dealers
Christmas Fire Destroys Mobile Home and Fireworks
A Mobile blaze cost $100,000 in damages destroying a Christmas home and 14 cases of fireworks. Walter Harris visited for the holiday, while Ben Estes, intoxicated, fatally shot himself in Tuskegee. A thanks is given to Brother Barbee for sending the Los Angeles Examiner, praised as a beautiful paper from beyond the Rockies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mobile
Ben Estes
Tuskegee
Bro. Barbee
Los Angeles Examiner
Rockies
Dewitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills Ad
Every case of backache weak back bladder inflamation and rheumatic pain is dangerous if neglected for such troubles are nearly always due to weak kidneys. Take Dewitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills. They are antiseptic and soothe pain quickly. Insist upon kidney and bladder pills. Regular size 50c by Irwin Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irwin Drug Co
Thieves Still Break Into Western Banks and Escape
Thieves are breaking into western banks and fleeing in automobiles. The note describes ongoing robberies without providing locations or dates, highlighting a pattern of bank intrusion and rapid getaways amid a period of unsettled security.
It Is a Wonder Chamberlain's Liniment Claims Relief
The advertisement proclaims Chamberlain's Liniment as a remarkable preparation for rheumatic pains lame back sprains and bruises with quick relief and lists prices 25 cents for a small bottle and 50 cents for a large size. It notes sales by Irwin Drug Co Moulton E Gardner landlordsville D W Irwin Hillsboro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Irwin Drug Co
Moulton
E. Gardner Landersville
D.W. Irwin Hillsboro
Notable Alabama citizen John J. Bilbro dies at 94
John J. Bilbro, aged 94, died in Tuskegee as one of Alabama’s oldest and best citizens. Gov. Comer granted pardons to four convicts and issued paroles to 82 as Christmas gifts. In Los Angeles a woman sued after a court suitor failed to marry her and was awarded $85 to cover gas and coal bills.
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John J. Bilbro
Tuskegee
Alabama
Gov. Comer
Los Angeles
Stomach and Liver Tablets Praise in Nova Scotia Letter
A Nova Scotia reader testifies that Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets relieve a heavy dull after meals. The letter claims the tablets strengthen the stomach improve digestion regulate the liver and bowels and are superior to pills while costing no more. A free sample is offered in Hillsboro and Irwinder as printed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
David Freeman
Kempt
Prejudice Cited as Hurdle to Progress in Hard Times
A Birmingham box car discovery exposes lingering racial tensions as Christmas losses highlight economic strain. A dead Black man found in a box car underscores violence and inequality shaping the period's public concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
Mild Laxative Promoted For Baby Health
A newspaper advertisement touts Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a safe laxative for babies and families. It includes testimonials from mothers and names Windham & Co. and Irwin Drug Co. offering samples and prices 66c and 1.06 per bottle.
Great New York musician dies mid performance
A renowned New York musician collapsed and died while playing Nearer My God to Thee. The report notes several politicians preparing retirement from politics to pursue other work, with many needing support to avoid poverty. It urges collective effort to complete the Lawrence County High School building project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Dangerous operation and pill ad text in 1900s notice
An excerpt notes that appendectomy is a dangerous operation and touts Dr King s New Life Pills as a quiet cure for constipation headache biliousness and malaria with a price listed as 5e at all dealers drug store. It also mentions a bank move in New York with a large cash transfer and local political and personal notices including a Christmas visit and a department store fire prompting people to flee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
All Dealers
DeWitt Witch Hazel Salve Dominates Local Market
The original DeWitt Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve stands out amid imitators with the DeWitt name on every box. Sold by Irwin Drug Co, it is touted as the best salve for burns, scratches, and hurts, and especially effective for piles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dewitt
Irwin Drug Co
Nighttime violence report travels from Kansas City to Leighton
A man shot and killed by his wife after a dance in Kansas City is noted as part of a wider spate of crime and talk. Additional items include a Negro highwayman robbing a man near Tuscumbia and a man named Sawyer Ayer being grabbed near Leighton while driving home at night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Tuscumbia
Sawyer Ayer
Leighton
Warning on recurring colds and Chamberlains Cough Remedy
A warning about repeated colds leading to chronic catarrh urges prompt treatment. The ad promotes Chamberlains Cough Remedy as highly recommended with a testimonial from Mrs. M. White of Butler Tenn and lists Irwin Drug Co. Moulton and other sellers in Alabama.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irwin Drug Co
Moulton
Gardner Landersville
D. W
Irwin Hillsboro
Ala
Welcome F. T. Neeley Family As New Residents
The article welcomes F. T. Neeley and family as permanent residents settling in a cottage east of C. C. Prince’s home. It notes national cotton acreage and yields, and mentions Jake Alexander starting late but finishing with a long stride in a lively remark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. T. Neeley
C. C. Prince
Jake Alexander
Colds Relieved by Rees Laxative Cough Syrup
Seasonal colds eased by Rees Laxative Cough Syrup praised for laxative effect. Suitable for children with coughs and croup, sold in Franklin county. Notes on Christmas editions and 1909 preparations set against ongoing Moulton building boom and broad merchant holiday trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moulton
Pineules for the Kidneys Trial Offer
Pineules are described as small golden globules acting directly on the kidneys for relief from backache rheumatism lumbago and fatigue. An 80 days trial costs 1.00 and is claimed to purify the blood. Sold by Irwin Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irwin Drug Co
Testimony Confessed False in Old Kansas Murder Case
John Collips, a young graduate, was tried in Kansas a decade ago and imprisoned for killing his father. One of eight Black witnesses hired by a life insurance agent to testify against him has confessed that the testimony was entirely false.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Collips
Kansas
Kodol Digestive Aid Promises Quick Relief for Dyspepsia
An advertisement claims Kodol for Dyspepsia combines natural digestive juices and vegetable acids to completely digest all foods under any condition. It guarantees prompt relief from stomach trouble and urges readers to try it. Endorsed by Irwin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irwin Drug Co
Sad Echoes From A Christmas Week Of Crime
A roundup of brutal incidents across the nation during Christmas week. Reported traumas include multiple poisonings and shootings in Missouri Chicago Richmond La California. The piece notes ongoing opposition to prohibition and mentions local county clashes in Wren and Landersville with no fatalities.
Union Warehouse Men to Meet in Birmingham January 16
The Union Warehouse men of Alabama will hold a meeting at Birmingham on January 16 to discuss the cotton situation and push staple prices a few cents. All Union men in good standing are urged to attend and be prepared for action. Bro. H. H. Horton, president of the Union Exchange, also called a meeting of the shareholders for January 17 at the same place, seeking a large attendance for important business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Alabama
Birmingham
Bro. H. H. Horton
Union Exchange
Single Handed Windham Firms Departures
W. W. Windham, having purchased the goods and fixtures in the Great Department Store of Windham & Company, is now single handed and alone in the business. Announcement for future plans will be made in our next issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Windham
Windham & Company
Thieves At Work In Moulton Christmas Offense
Thieves stole a Huible from Fred Stewart and a Bale of Ovotton from W K Wallace during the Christmas holidays. No trail of either theft yet. authorities hope the culprits are caught and punished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moulton
Fred Stewart
W. K. Wallace
Will Jackson of Mt Hope Weighs Circuit Clerk Bid
Will Jackson of Mt Hope was in our town Monday shaking hands with many friends. We think he is willing to seek the circuit clerk position as urged by supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Jackson
Mt. Hope
Prohibition sparks storms in Alabama politics
The piece riffs on Gov Comer’s stance on Prohibition, claiming his rigid approach provokes strong reactions. It describes whiskey supporters funding efforts to deem the law unconstitutional, portraying a heated public clash over the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comer
Alabama
Adam and Eve Portray Strained Roles in Daily Life
The fragment contrasts Adam as a loafer and poor provider with Eve who did not need to wash, go out, or hoe cotton for a living, highlighting gendered labor expectations and economic stress.
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Adam
Eve
Remarkable codfish lays 101000 eggs in a day
A codfish reportedly deposits 101000 eggs in a single day. The claim is paired with a playful note saying even a dozen hens capable of the same output would not be sold for a gold mine.
Eastward nuptials spark talk of wealth and awe
A brief note observes a young woman marrying a man aged 86, suggesting the match stirs speculation about devotion or substantial fortunes available nearby.
Prohibition Takes Effect Next Friday in State
Prohibition becomes effective in the state next Friday aligning with prevailing sentiment. The date is noted as the kickoff for the new legal regime governing alcohol. Authorities urge readiness for enforcement and compliance by businesses and residents alike.
Teddy plans Africa trip to seed jungles with animals
The statement expresses hope that Teddy will leave several animals in the jungle as seeds for wildlife when traveling to Africa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teddy
Africa
Milstmwke Corrected. Grandma and Santa visit questioned
In Danville Alabama on December 21 1908 Nettie and Otto B Hill request Mr White review his reader note claiming Grandma was too old for Santa to visit and ask him to check back to 42 up to 1908 to verify her age and the welcome extended to Santa by Grandma.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milstwmke
Danville
Ala
Mr. White
Santa
Nettie
Otto B. Hill
Open race in premium contest drew broad, unrestricted votes
A crowd describes a large pay to vote in a premium contest with no poll tax or residency limits. Anyone could vote including children and residents of Alaska and the Philippines, and even four contestants were elected. A summer contest may be announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence County
Alaska
Phillipine Islands
Christmas Visits and Local Notes from Birmingham
Capt Weir and family of Birmingham returned for Christmas spending a few days, joined by Prof Ward a famed musician who entertained many youths at Liberty Hall on Christmas night. Also mention of a law yer H D Jones and wife with child from Russellville visiting. A man in Illinois sought a $17,000,000 vision in Puget Sound and hurried west. A shooting incident near Birmingham left one dead after a craps game. Several New Year resolutions appear, urging effort and positive outlook.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capt. Weir
Birmingham
Prof. Ward
Liberty Hall
Illinois
Puget Sound
Sheep Killed Prompt Vigilante Demand for Pay
Rev W W Parker reports two of his sheep killed by hunters last week and says he will not tolerate this. He has men on alert and warns that if the perpetrators will settle for the loss there will be no prosecution. He urges payment for the sheep.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Parker
Four Pictures in Clubbing Offer to January 1909
The clubbing deal with Farm and Fireside provides four pictures including Washington and a religious painting titled Follow Me. New and old subscribers may obtain all four pictures for $1.15 until January 15, 1909, with orders urged promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Become a Telegraph Operator at Southern School ad
Young men urged to study telegraphy at the Southern School of Telegraphy in Newnan Georgia. Free catalog A promised, with guaranteed positions after training.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern School OF Telegraphy
Newnan
Thrice-a-Week World Subscriptions Offer
The New York World Thrice-a-Week edition promises impartial news and honest reporting. Subscribe for $1.00 per year, with 156 papers annually. A combined offer includes The Moulton Advertiser for one year at $1.65, versus $2.00 if bought separately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York World
Moulton Advertiser
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Hloulton Advertiser
Moulter, Ja
Leona Cowan
Uncle Sam
Earth
Walter Stephenson
Aes
Texas
Mars
Panama Canal
W. B. Moore
Walter Harris
Dr. Caldwell
Lafe Weathers
Indianapolis
Mattie Crouch
Ee Tenn
Alman Willis
Jamaica
A. B. Cunningham
Jeano
Calif
Flora Hebrew
Ben Creek
Kan
Saya
Windham & Co., and
W.C. Ray
Colbert County
W. L Chenault
Russelville
United States
Franklin County
Richmond
Wren
Landersville
Courtland
Gov. Comner
Egbodys
Mons
Rush Stockton
Tennessee Valley
Scott
H. D. Jones
Mrs. R. O. Benner
SHINE
NEW Home
Orange
Mass
W. D. Irwin
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