Declines to Run Probate Judge in Lawrence County
In Courtland Alabama on January 28 1910 Hon O M Sherrod announces he will not seek the Probate Judge race. He cites family and business obligations outweighing political ambition and expresses gratitude for local support. The letter notes his intention to remain in Lawrence County and continue contributing to the community.
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Courtland
Alabama
Lawrence County
O. M. Sherrod
Mr. Sherrod
Nashville Exposition Opens With Free Shows and Merchants Focus
On Monday February 28 the Nashville Exposition opens its doors presenting an exhibit of commerce and industry with modern merchandising displays. Experts will lecture on business building newspaper advertising and sales. Free amusements include concerts by the Nashville Military Band vaudeville acts and moving shows. Railroad fare is one and one third, making travel to Nashville affordable for Southern visitors.
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Nashville Exposition
Nashville Military Band
Nashville
South
Constitution
Atlanta
Uncle Remus
Joel Chandler Harris
All Story Writers
Southland
Human Life
Boston
Mass
Southern Ruralist
Two Patriots for Governor in Alabama
The Moulton Advertiser notes two candidates Mallory of Selma and O Oneal of Florence as the only patriots seeking the Alabama governorship. Both are capable men and would be safe rulers. The paper remains neutral but invites announcements from their supporters. The offer is free and fair for concise notices.
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Alabama
Mallory
Selma
O’neal
Florence
Moulton Advertiser
Neutral stance in Democratic primary contest by The Moulton Advertiser
The newspaper declares no favorites in the race and will remain neutral until after the primary. It invites readers to submit brief endorsements or messages for any candidate, noting the offer is for business communications at a nominal rate.
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Moulton Advertiser
English Rhubarb Pie Method From A Historic Recipe
A historic recipe outlines making crust with two cups flour baking powder salt sugar and nutmeg blended with butter lard and an egg, then rolling and cutting into small rounds. Rhubarb is prepared by boiling in water twice, then sweetened and poured over hot crusts, with apples as an optional substitute.
Lost gloves repurposed for daily work and crafts
If a kid glove is lost or torn avoid discarding the remaining piece. A short glove can serve for stove polishing and rough hand work while an elbow length piece can act as a chamoi polisher. The aria part has been used for infant shoes, pocket watch protectors, and as coverings for twine balls for indoor play.
Sweet Potato Pudding Recipe Directions
A recipe outline instructs mixing one pound grated sweet potatoes with molasses two eggs melted butter two tablespoons sugar and milk to thin. Add one teaspoon ginger and spices to taste. Stir well and bake until set for a sweet potato pudding.
Sugar Potatoes Frying Tip
A quirky kitchen note suggests sprinkling sugar as liberally as salt when frying potatoes to achieve a delicious flavor and aroma. The tip emphasizes an unexpected sweetness enhancing the dish.
Unclear Visit Interrupted by Red Tape at Mr K Meeting
A fragment shows John Campbell of the Press club irritated by a lackey delaying him with red tape while attempting to meet Mr K. He comments on upstart advertising specialists and signals his intent to avoid formalities as he tries to reach the target.
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John Campbell
Press Club
Abraham Lincoln
Esterday
Bowen
Man Deering
Deering
St. Louis
Board of Directors
Mr. Deering
Humorous column recaps with weaving tales and notices
A gossip style piece recounts anecdotal quips about public figures dodging visitors and a bold business demand by Deering over binding twine. It also includes local notes on molasses ads, a preacher critique, a busybody cartoonish admonition, and a troubled domestic incident.
Texas Population Claim and Growth Question Raised
Texas now asserts a population figure described as pest 000 with the age still rising, prompting questions about accuracy and growth trends amid ongoing demographic reporting.
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Texas
Backward in Time to My Old Home Town Visit
A letter recounts a pleasant family visit to an old hometown. The writer describes meeting Cousin Lizzie, Aunt Mittie’s illness, and welcome from Aunt Nancy Cunningham, recalling comfort and sorrow together. The night at Cousin Mollie Elkins’ house deepens shared loneliness and memories.
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Mr. White & Son
Bob Howell
Lizzie
Bob Wear
Aunt Mittie
Nancy Cunningham
Mollie Elkins
Family Visits Endearing Homecoming Letter
A letter describes a son meeting relatives at Cousin Lizzie's after a Russelville business trip, a wedding-feast like dinner, a warm reception, and a loving farewell. The writer notes a joyous return to Danville to two waiting boys and a heartfelt blessing to family, ending with prayers and best wishes.
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Lizzie
Russelville
Danville
Far West
Democratic Executive Committee Assessments Noted for May Elections
The subcommittee set candidate assessments: United States Senator 500, Governor 250, supreme court 200, other state offices 150, chancellors and circuit judges 150, congressman 200, state senate 30, representatives 20, solicitors 125, judge and solicitor with one county 5 percent of annual pay. Tickets counted in counties May 6 and certified May 10. All Democrats and those who did not oppose the nominees last election may vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Executive Committee
United States
Supreme Court
State Senate
State Committee
Ground Hog prophecy and unusual elopement noted
A local column muses on beauty and temper, praises toads as beneficial fly destroyers, and cites a Ground Hog forecast as accurate. It then reports a rich 17-year old girl eloping with a 43-year old waiter, illustrating age does not bar romance in local opinion.
Our dear old Mother Earth and patient kindness
The earth is said to have existed 60,000,000 years and no wonder she is called our dear old Mother. People need not seek trouble. patient and kind friends will bring it right to your door.
Guard Against Appetite for Office Urges Caution
A brief admonition warns a young man against an eager appetite for political office urging self restraint and steady conduct to avoid compromising integrity.
Rivalry Grew From Envy Over Wealth and Style
A man resents a rival who earns more money while a woman grows to hate another for dressing better. Their envy drives personal conflict and social tension as the two cases unfold in a portrait of ambition and vanity.
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Aneee
THE
Advertiser
Moulton
Ala
Temple of Commerce
Chenault, Downing
Chenault & Downing
Attorneys At Law
Will Lactanice
Bank of Moulton
Solicitors In Chancery
Moulton, Ala
J.M. Irwin
Attorney At Law
MO. H. Irwin
Public Square
T. H. Irwin
Aoe
E.D. Gibson
Noulton
Alia
Masterson Hotel
Matrie Masterson
Proovrietress
Foley
Bright
W. W. Windham
Boor
Josephine Boor
Marion
John Boor
London
Times
Bick
Frank Wojciekowski
Marinette Hospital
Hindley
Wis
Globe
Gou
W. M. Dillard
Windom
Kan
Bullbat
Atlanta Constitution
Tri-Weekly Constitution
F. R. Abercrombie
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