Character Sketch of Judge Pickett and Family at Liberty Hall
The piece recalls 1858 era Liberty Hall home of Judge R O Pickett and family, praising his decisive nature and southern Democrat stance. It notes his strict personal standards, lively courtroom presence, Civil War service as a colonel, and later legal career in Moulton and Florence. Mrs Pickett’s devotion is highlighted, with anecdotes of refined manners, four daughters and their marriages, and fond recollections of a refined, cultured circle fading with time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Picketys
R. O. Pickett
Jourd White
Liberty Hall
Thomas Jefferson
Judge Pickett
Limestone County
Moulton
Florence
Sallie
Sam Darvin
Emma
Florida
Satie
John Kitchens a Life of Honest Work in Lawrence County
A tribute to John Kitchens born in Tennessee in 1815 and moved to Alabama. He married Sarah Mowry in 1839, died in 1870, and his widow Sarah died in 1901 at 88. The piece recalls his industrious, faithful life, seven children, and enduring friendship with his neighbor, detailing family milestones and local roots in Oakville and nearby areas.
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Mr. Kitchens
Tennessee
Lawrence County
Alabama
Sarah Mowry
Mrs. Kitchens
Limestone County
Triana
Morgan County
John Kitchens
James L
Martha W
James Dennis Lindsay
Danville
Sarah E
John M. West
Oakville
Mary S
Francis T
W. B. Lindsay
John M
Odelia Frazier
Hartsell
Willian
Altho
Greeting to descendants from a father's friendship
A message of goodwill extends to lineal descendants as the writer praises John Kitchens and wishes a spotless life, inspired by the elder's friendship with John Kauertins.
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John Kauitchens
John Kitchens
Sing a Song of Whisky Poem Clip From Courtland Alabama
A clipped poem from Courtland Alabama condemns whisky amid political tensions in Montgomery and Lawrence County. It portrays jail birds after drinking, a brewer counting money, a barman consuming honey, and starving women and children begging. The piece warns with a wartime like refrain sing a song of whisky.
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Courtland
Alabama
Montgomery
Lawrence County
Lawren ce County jurors listed for March 6 1911 term
The Lawrence County Circuit Court Spring Term opens March 6 in Moulton with grand and petit jurors to be selected from a long list of candidates. The roster includes Wade G Smith Wiley Kerry Harvey Blaxton John Kitchens Sam Kerby and many others, all described as farmers except for a few clerks merchants and a cottom buyer. All named are labeled honest and intelligent citizens.
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Lawrence County Circuit Court
Moulton
Wade G. Smith
Mount Hope
Wiley
Kerry
Harvey Blaxton
Mountain Home
John H. Kitchens
Morris
Sam A. Kerby
Pin
William M. Hampton
Oakville
William H Livingston
Arthur Kirby
Mount
Robert M. Monty Pin Hook
William R. Harris
Don
John W. Kerby
J. Frank Smith
J Pink Plant
Pel
James B. Kobereon
Hope
William H Burden
Mn Creek
W. Lawrence Lowery
Tom R. Owen
Oskville
Luther A. Wear
Mount ‘Hope
Emmet B. Sullivan
Courtland
Worse F. Free
Luther Hampton
Thos. H. Rooks
Center
Greg M. Previtt
Town Creek
R. Gip Roberson
Mawms Hope
John Amos Terry
Lee Goodlett
Bennett H. Collins
John W. Simms
John J. Beams
John W. Bynum
Leander Terry
James P. Lively
Blair Elkins
George W. Hampton
William N. Pope
Ike Livingston
J. Ed Brown
John A. Bracken
Wm. M. McCary
Carl Compton
John T. Christenberry
Step Win
H. Holloway
Joe J. Haynes
Warren B. Enough
Chas
J. Aston
John C. Terry
Claud D. McBride
Hillsboro
Milford
B. Martin
Hoyle H. Pitman
Thomas Reynolds
Wheeler
January Health Officer Report for Lawrence County Courtland
W J McMahon Health Officer of Lawrence County Courtland Alabama presents the January health report detailing departmental activities, inspections, and public health measures. The document outlines sanitation efforts, disease prevention, and coordination with local authorities.
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W. J. McMahon
Lawrence County
Courtland
Ala
Remember The Name Foley's Honey and Tar Remedy
Foley's Honey and Tar is advertised for all coughs and colds including croup bronchitis hoarseness and lagrippe coughs. It claims no opiates and urges refusing substitutes from Moulton Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Moulton Drug Co
Fragmented Advice and Health Claims in Advertising Copy
A damaged clipping presents cynical lines on gender fear and social behavior, then shifts to an advertisement for Foley Kidney Pills claiming relief from backache rheumatism and kidney disorders. The text combines contrived social observations with dubious medical claims from Moultea Drugs.
Quotation Fragments on Work, Flattery, and Life
A set of aphorisms on work and self worth, gender dynamics, and risk. The first notes that thinking oneself above a job makes one worthless. The second says compliments to women are seen as flattery if repeated to other women. The third argues life forms serve human needs and humans attempt to support women. The final line suggests extreme caution yields reckless acts once per year.
Lost Bird Dog in Trinity Alabama
Notice asks for return of a dark liver colored bird dog with a white breast spot. Reward offered of five dollars for information leading to recovery. Contact O W Bass at Trinity Alabama R F D No 1.
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W. Bass
Trinity, Ala
Foley Kidney Pills Proclaimed To Aid Backache and Rheumatism
A Syracuse woman Mrs J B Miller testifies kidney trouble and rheumatic pain plagued her until Foley Kidney Pills. She says two bottles ended backache and sleepless nights, and she now sleeps in comfort. The ad urges readers to try Foley Kidney Pills from Moulton Drug Co.
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Foley
J. B. Miller
Syracuse
N.Y
Moulton
Delayed Letters From Oklahoma and Alabama Prohibition Debates
A reader praise for the Moulton Advertiser and its stand on Prohibition. The letter compares Oklahoma and Alabama in their prohibition efforts, notes state constitutions, and comments on enforcement and legal challenges. It mentions drought relief and regional concerns in Murray County and the shift of some men to new pursuits.
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Oklahoma
Moulton Advertiser
Liberty Hall
Moulton
Alabama
Tittle Murray County
New Life Amid Drought Brings Hope and Hardship
J P Lockwood writes of scarce rainfall lasting over a year forcing communities to haul water from distant streams and wells. He notes one major spring has ceased and artesian wells remain steady, reflecting ongoing drought but cautious optimism about life and the world around.
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J.P. Lockwood
Community letters from Town Creek praise health and critique whiskey
Local letters praise good health in Town Creek Alabama while noting rain and farming. Mrs Wess improves from illness and neighbors travel to Iuka Florence. A tale about dancing and flirting letters is shared, urging an end to whisky and a call for better behavior amid community prosperity.
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LaGrippe
Wess
Henry Suggs
Iuka
Price Baker
Town Creek
Ala
Papa
Darling
Heliow
Public Speaking on Good Roads at Mass Meeting in Moulton
Hon J A Rountree of Birmingham will address Lawrence county citizens at the Mass Meeting on the First Monday of Circuit Court to promote highway enthusiasm. Judge E B Almon, author of the Alabama Good Roads bill, aims to attend and explain its impact. Other speakers include W 4H Smith W E Hotchkiss and Jourd White. All are invited.
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J. A. Rountree
Birmingham
Alabama
Moulton
Lawrence County
E. B. Almon
Green Bay
Smith
W.E. Hotchkiss
Jourd White
Et al
Brooks Lawrence Turmoil in Alabama Policy Debate
The Sheffield Standard derides Brooks Lawrence and his prohibition turmoil in Alabama. It argues happiness won’t dawn until he leaves Montgomery, noting the ongoing cost to taxpayers at about $5,000 per day and praising his patriotic service while urging his exit.
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Alabama
Brooks Lawrence
Sheffield Standard
Brooks
Montgomery
Cure Defying Stomach Trouble Recovers With Metered Remedy
John W. Modders of Moddersville Michigan suffered a 15 year digestive illness that defied doctors and forced sale of his farm. He credits Electric Bitters with enabling him to eat again and calls it a grand remedy for stomach, liver, and kidneys. Sold 50 cents by medicine dealers.
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John W. Modders
Moddersville
Mich
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Landersville
E. Gardner
Womet
F. T. Neely
Concord, Miss
Ft , Good Roads
B. Crawford
First Ave
New Decatur
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