05 Feb 1919
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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1919
Page
1
Miss Ruth Stewart, teaching at Town Creek High School, spent weekend here with her mother. Locals urged to contribute to Armenian relief, noting millions of women and children are starving. Contributions welcomed at this office.
Byron Young has received his discharge from the army and returned to his home last week. Miss Lucy Downing returned from Decatur to be by the side of her sister Mrs. G. O. Chenault who has fully recovered.
Glad to report flu patients improving this week. Query asks if the Groundhog saw his shadow on Sunday. Moulton Water Works will install a steam engine to operate the plant with steam instead of oil, promising better service.
Fuller Weatherwax arrives on furlough from Camp Sevier in South Carolina. The report notes his location and status while on leave from military service.
Dr. John T. Masterson has recovered from rheumatism and can resume seeing patients, ending a period of illness that kept him away from the practice.
Dogwood, the main source of shuttles for cotton mills, is increasing year by year, and while substitutes are being tested, none has achieved notable success.
An old advertisement urges readers to take Chamberlain's Tablets for indigestion and promises rapid relief. Forsale by Sandin Cowan Drug Co.
The Farmers' Supply Company of Town Creek announces open for business and ready to buy and sell with local farmers. Led by president W R Gay and vice president Lucius Jetton, the firm lists Gregg N Preuit and Ausy Roberson as directors, with W H Smith as secretary treasurer and office head. Their motto pledges fair treatment, and they plan to maintain a large stock and keep the public informed through ads. The same issue notes Court of Revenue quarterly session next Monday and a likely award of the State and Federal Aid Pike road contract across the county’s lower end.
A brisk admonition urges readers to push any goods or wares directly to potential buyers. The note emphasizes proactive selling and the importance of clear pitches to attract interest and close deals. It frames selling as a straightforward, value driven exchange.
Report notes gold is being mined at 5000 feet in South Africa and officials believe shafts could be sunk an additional 3000 feet. The update suggests expanding mining depth may unlock new reserves amid ongoing exploration and industry optimism.
It is urged to provide necessary amusements for boys returning from the army to prevent them drifting to cities. The call stresses immediate steps by the community to engage and support veterans and keep them connected locally.
A street petition circulated Monday protests proposed discontinuation of Sunday mail service. The letter condemns the move as backward and urges Congressman's Almon to oppose the change, arguing that in modern times Sunday service is a necessity.
Bob Byars advocates noticeable improvements around the Public Square this spring as agitation starts for a concrete sidewalk. The effort underscores local civic interest in paving and safer pedestrian access this season.
Community asks if the new public school building will be constructed, seeking clarity on approval, funding, and timelines. Local officials have not yet announced a final plan or date for groundbreaking.
Teamsters sought for two years of steady work hauling logs with four-mule teams. Apply in person to H. W. Wiese at the Harris Hotel in Moulton.
The marriage takes place tonight at 8:30 at Florence First Baptist Church with Rev. L. L Gwaltney and Rev. J. W. Jones officiating. Bride’s brother T. A. Goodwin will give her in marriage. Rev. J. W. Jones serves as best man. Honeymoon in Chattanooga. couple will reside in Moulton after. The bride is Florence social figure. groom is cashier of Bank of Moulton.
In Florence the W M A members of First Baptist hosted a surprise shower for Miss Vera Goodwin near her upcoming marriage to Mr Judy of Moulton. The Sunbeams, led by Miss Mary Bennett, gave a silver vase, followed by a large hamper of gifts. a salad course was served. Goodwin, Home Missionary Worker for a year, is a beloved and diligent church member whose absence will be felt.
A Friday night event at Mountain Home features a box supper fish pond and music with other amusements. Proceeds go to benefit the school. organizers include Mrs. Atha Graham and Jennie Hadley, teachers.
An old ad advises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a quick cure for colds. It warns against catching a second cold before full recovery and recommends three days in bed for adults to prevent longer illness, noting Sandlin-Cowan Drug Company stocks the remedy.
Real estate activity surged in Moulton last week with several transfers. Ed Jeffreys sold a house and lot on Science Hill to Andrew Walker. Ed Delashaw traded with C. C. Kerby, who then sold the Delashaw property to Jeffreys. Ward Bracken moved into the Bracken home bought from Allen Farley. Kerby moved into the home Bracken vacated. Delashaw occupies the Kerby home. Jeffreys occupies the Delashaw house.
Mrs J N Byars a well known woman died last Thursday at the home of her son E E Byars a few miles east of Moulton She was the widow of the late J N Byars who died about a year ago She was mother of Robert M Albert L Emmett E Farris and Lorenza Byars all of Moulton Her sister Mrs J R Berrehill died about two weeks ago
In Iowa not all the farmers' daughters are seeking positions in the cities. More than 100 farm girls are enrolled each year in the purely agricultural courses at the state colleges.
The custom of showering couples with rice at weddings is said to have originated in China, reflecting ancient traditions.
A single barrel shotgun marked letter B on the breech was lost near January 1 between the Buck Kely place north of Landersville and the Hill place on the Moulton Hillsboro road. Return to J W Bailey Hillsboro Route 1.
A box supper will be held at Mt Moriah on Saturday night February 15 to raise funds for school improvements. Principal Arthur L. Long and J Le Weatherwax with Ora Lee Bailey and assistants invite the community to attend for a good time and a worthy cause.
S B Osteen returns from a three week visit with relatives in Tennessee and resumes work. The popular photographer offers photographs enlarged pictures and picture frames from a studio located on the southwest corner of the public square.
William Preece of 1388 Wing Street Butte Montana describes years of severe stomach gas pain heartburn and sleepless nights. After using Tanlac from Sandlin Cowan Drug Co Moulton Ala he reports improved appetite weight gain and able to work daily.
A historical note reports telephone operators in Egypt must speak five languages including English French Greek Italian and Arabic. Separately a craft item states a pair of hand sewn boots contains nearly 2000 stitches.
The State of Alabama Lawrence County Probate Court appoints February 2, 1917 for the final settlement of Lutie A. Peters deceased estate. E. T. Woolfolk, administrator, filed accounts vouchers and sworn statement for final settlement. Witness dated January 20, 1919.
In Lawrence County Alabama Probate Court Mrs Lora M Curry filed a petition with a will for R P Morrison deceased non residents Mollie M Butler of Memphis Tennessee and Annie M Wear of Cordele Georgia. The court set February 26 1919 for hearing and ordered three weekly notices in The Moulton Advertiser to inform all parties to appear and contest if desired. Witnessed January 23 1910.
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