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Moulton Advertiser

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Moulton, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1897

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New York Enthusiasts Fund Large Grant and Photo Advances

Miss Clemmons receives a $100,000 fan from admirer Mr Gould in New York as part of a notable social gesture. New York allocates $50,000 for Grant monument transfer ceremonies on April 27, promising a memorable pageant. Thomas A. Evison envisions long range photography from skyscrapers to capture naval engagements at Sandy Hook with advancing camera and telescope tech.

Clemmons Mr. Gould New York Grant Monument Thomas A. Evison Sandy Hook

Penny-priced series prints boost cheap literature in England

Cheapening of literature in England has led to credibly printed books sold for a penny. Dickens, Scott, Goldsmith, Lytton and other standard authors bound in stiff covers are now procurable in this series.

England Dickens Scott Goldsmith Lytton

Teetotalers Seek Million Pledge Signers for Jubilee

In London the teetotalers plan to gain 1,000,000 additional pledges to their movement with canvassers visiting every English home on a chosen day. The queen serves as patroness, backing the initiative.

Teetotalers London England

Hypnotism Authority Claims High Fixation Rates

Dr. LirBEAULT, a renowned French hypnotism authority, asserts that 95 percent of humanity can be hypnotized. He adds that it is easier to hypnotize a man than a woman because women are harder to focus attention on a single object.

Dr. Lirbeault France

Noted U S Army collector of bird eggs dies in Florida

Carr Charles Benpire of the United States Army died in Jacksonville Florida. He was regarded as the nation’s leading collector of birds eggs and gained prominence in science for his ornithological work with the Smithsonian Institution.

Carr Charles Benpire United States Army Jacksonville Fla United States Smithsonian Institution

Niger Delta commerce relies on ram and gin currency

During a parliamentary discussion a fact was raised that the Niger River delta uses ram and gin as the sole currency. Missionaries are forced to accept these items for all purchases from locals, a practice seen as demoralizing to the native population.

Niger

Greater New York to Build Largest Temple of Labor

GREATER New York plans a major labor temple on a central site in the city. Nine prominent capital men have undertaken the project with an estimated cost around $125,000, potentially higher if plans justify more expenditure.

New York

Wolves in Saratoff Government Feed on Livestock and People

Over two years the Saratoff government wolves allegedly devoured 11,000 horses 10,000 cattle 33,000 sheep 5,000 swine 1,000 dogs and 18,000 fowl according to official returns. They also attacked 68 people killing 2 on site and fatally wounding 12 others.

Saratoff Russia

McKinley Owns 168 Acre Farm Near Canton Prospect

President elect McKinley owns a 168 acre farm 20 miles from Canton near the Carroll Stark and Columbiana county junction. He served as Stark county prosecuting attorney when he acquired the property. Adams manages the farm and shares profits with the owner.

McKinley Canton Carroll Stark Columbiana Counties Stark County Adams

Plague of rats and mice reported in southern Iowa

A disease of vermin threatens southern Iowa as rats and mice multiply due to ample food. Over the last two years their numbers have grown massively, spreading through towns villages and farms and causing widespread nuisance.

Iowa

Peace efforts and Crete tensions dominate news from Paris

Summary of weekly dispatches reports peace unity among powers, Greek disturbance in Crete with joint foreign warships occupying Canea. U.S. political notes include Maj William Warner rumored interior secretary post, McKinley cabinet discussions, Cleveland’s reaction to arbitration treaty, Pleasonton’s death, Hanna Senate bid, women’s suffrage defeat in Oklahoma, Wilson to Washington and Lee, Kyle Senate reelect, and Olney Bayard remarks on arbitration amendments.

Paris Greece Canea Crete Washinaton William Warner Kansas City McKenna Supreme Bench Warner Maj. Warner Dow Cleveland Alfred Pleasanton Washington M. A. Hanna Ohio United States Senate Bushnell Hanna Sherman Oklahoma House Wilson Washington and Lee University Lexington Kyle United States Pierre S. C Madrid Canton Associated Press McKinley White House Olney Senate Bayard Lord Salisbury Oscar Norway Sweden

O Brien KOs Chess Allen in Hot Springs contest

Kip O'Brien of Arkansas knocked out Chess Allen of St. Joseph Missouri in the 14th round of a one round event in Hot Springs Arkansas. Dante McCarthy was hanged in Chicago for the murder of his wife on May 12 1896 after she separated from him over his drinking.

Kip O’brien Arkansas Chess Allen St. Joseph Hot Springs Ark Dante McCarthy Chicago Super E. A. Thomas Falls City Neb Tax General Conference of Seventh Day Adventists Lincoln Europe Asia Africa Australia United States Olsen Mothers’ Congress Washington Naval Yards Cadiz The Baptist Young People’s Union of America Chattanooga Tenn Newspaper Publishers’ Association New York First Baptist Church Ballington Booth National Congress of Mothers Cleveland Thomas Brownowski Iron River Mich Alfred Son el Reno Fred Hoffman Wells-Fargo St. Louis J. H. Rothenhamel Columbia Incandescent Lamp Co Alabama House Senate E. L. Hartwell League of American Wheelmen Albany N. Y Denver Col League Taventy State Relief Committee North Louisiana

Lawyer Inventor Runs Private Windmill Light Plant

J. J. Feely of Waite Massachusetts, a lawyer and inventor, achieved a practical electric plant using wind power. His system drives a private light plant, water irrigation, farm machinery, wood cutting, lathes, and battery charging for horseless carriages across his estate.

J. J. Feely Waite Mass

Sugar Consumption and Trade Totals in the United States

The United States consumes about 60 pounds of sugar per person annually. With 70 million people, this implies around 2.1 million tons of sugar used yearly. Domestic production tops 400,000 tons, including 40,000 tons of beet sugar, while imports reach about 1.7 million tons mostly brown or raw sugar. The 1894 foreign sugar bill stood at about $120 million. 1896 totals are not yet reported.

United States

Corbett Fitzsimmons Showdown Aims For Mass Photo Coverage

The Corbett versus Fitzsimmons heavyweight title match, likely in Carson City Nevada on March 17, centers on the varioscopic photographic rights. The dispute over photography eclipses the purse, as a 24 frames per second varioscope is to capture the fight for global reproduction, weather permitting.

Corbett Fitzsimmons Carson City Nev

Population growth and unoccupied territory in proposed national resources

Tax New York Mail and Express argues the country has vast unutilized resources and envisions population growth. It notes current dwellings could absorb the present population many times over in Texas and Dakota, and that New Mexico is larger than the United Kingdom.

New York Mail and Express Texas Germany Dakota England and Wales New Mexico United Kingdom Great Britain and Ireland

Fire destroys Toledo elevator and 355000 dollar loss

A night blaze leveled the Lake Shore & Michigan Southern elevator A in Toledo, destroying about 325000 bushels of wheat and 60 unloaded cars. The fire caused estimated losses of 355000.

Numerous 1900s telegrams condensed into one item

Reports cover a wide range: Joseron Murpoch's return to Virginia after a murder 25 years past for which Bud Lindsay served 21 years. an attempted train robbery at Watova I T by two masked men. birth of a baby girl to ex President and Mrs Benjamin Harrison. a middle Kentucky flood at Middlesboro displacing 60 families and flooding stores. critical Crete tax crisis and Greek war moves. Oklahoma legislature kills woman suffrage bill. gala Texas presentation of a $5 000 dinner service to the battleship Texas. New York Senate bill makes railroad obstruction a first degree murder. weekly futures US 303 Canada 58. Arkansas state debt compromise fails. Southern Pacific to pay Kentucky 150 000 charter tax. Toledo fire devastates Lake Shore elevator and grain loss 825 000 bushels, 400 000 loss insured.

Joseron Murpoch Smith County Virginia Bud Lindsay Iron Mountain Road Watova I. T Wallace Benjamin Harrison Middleboro Crete Greece Oklahoma Galveston Tex Texas New York Senate United States Canada Arkansas Tar Southern Pacific Railroad Kentucky

Maryland Man Slated for Postmaster General Place

Canton February 20 Hon James A Gary of Baltimore said Gov McKinley offered him a cabinet post not yet settled which he can accept Reports say Col J J McCook of New York was mentioned for attorney general with McKenna likely to hold that post and McCook possibly eyed for interior cabinet duties alongside Long navy and Gary postmaster general indicating a growing possibility of McCook receiving a portfolio

Maryland McCook Canton James A. Gary Baltimore McKinley House Associated Press McKinley Col. J. J. McCook New York Judge McKenna Secretary of the Interior Long Massachusetts Navy Gary

Nebraska's Ex-Treasurer Faces Large State Deficit

Lincoln Neb Feb 20 A statement on Nebraska state treasury shows ex State Treasurer J S Bartley facing a deficit over 500000. He also must account for 27000 related to ex State Auditor Eugene V Moore. Bartley blames lenient policy aiding friends during the 1893 panic for the bank losses and says every cent will be paid.

Nebraska Lincoln Neb S. Bartley Eugene V. Moore Bartley

Wolcott Encouraged by Foreign Mission Results

Senator Wolcott of Colorado, after visiting London Paris and Berlin to promote bimetallism, says he returns encouraged and believes the mission will yield some expected results. He notes press misstatements about his aims and will await full outcomes as details become clear.

Loxton Wolcott Colorado London Paris Berlin United States

Big Elevator Burned in Toledo Fire Loss Near 355000

In Toledo Ohio on February 20 the Lake Shore Southern railway elevator A burned from 1030 pm. The riverfront location prevented firefighting efforts, surrounding property was saved. About 280000 bushels of wheat stored and 60 carloads unloaded amounting to 325000 bushels were involved. Loss to elevator and grain estimated at 355000 dollars.

Toledo Yolepo Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railway

Lost in a Mine Boy Rescued After Four Days

SHAMOKIN PA February 20 Willie Majorisk aged 11 was rescued from the Reliance mine after wandering four days in dark underground chambers with no food or water. He entered with two companions, became separated while lighting his lamp, failed to find a light, and exhaustedly wandered seeking an exit until rescue.

Pennsylvania Shamokin Reliance Willie Majorisk

Hold Up Of Wrong Can Sparks Fatal Fire Tragedy

Cleveland, Feb 20. Eight members of Jacob Ciclelez family at 663 Canal street were burned in a fierce blaze. Five may die. John Ciclelez started the fire by grabbing a gasoline can instead of kerosene while lighting a heater, leaving the rest of the family asleep. The injured were taken to Cleveland hospital.

Cleveland Jacob Ciclelez Canal Street Cleveland Hospital John Ciclelez Jacob

Nebraska City Mayor Charged and Removing Verdict

After six hours of deliberation the city council voted 7 to 1 to find Mayor Charles W. Stahlhut guilty of official misconduct and obstructing city business. The verdict excludes him from the mayor’s office and privileges.

Nebraska Nebraska City Charles W. Stahlhut C. B. Stahlhut Neb

Triple Shooting Affray at Illinois Central Depot

Open Illinois Feb 20 Yesterday after noon a shooting affray occurred at the Illinois Central depot injuring three coal miners. William Burke Elmer Jackson and William Johnson were wounded with Jackson shot in the hip Johnson in the legs and lower body Burke possibly fatally. Burke was captured but Johnson returned fire striking Burke.

Illinois Central William Burke Elmer Jackson William Johnson Burke Johnson Jackson

National Mothers Congress Praises Mrs Cleveland as Ideal Mother

Washington February 90 After a three day meeting the National Congress of Mothers adjourned in Washington naming the city as future headquarters. Resolutions endorse Universal Peace union support promote mother training schools and health education while urging kindergarten access and higher protective age for girls. They commend Mrs Cleveland as embodying the congresss ideals and hospitality received.

National Congress Cleveland Washington Mothers’ Congress Congress Universal Peace Union America District of Columbia Territories

General Trade Improves as Commodities Rise and Failures Grow

Bradstreet reports broad advance in trade with gains in pig iron steel rails wool raw sugar corn pork and lard and early reopenings boosting earnings while wheat flour oats coffee cotton resin and turpentine slip. Bank and trust failures total 192 nationwide. 60 overall failures this week bring totals to 835 year over year with Canadian failures at 58.

New York Bradstreet Canadian Dominion

Mrs Gougar Appeals for Women's Right to Vote

In Indianapolis on February 20 1895 Mrs Helen Gougar a noted suffragist argued before the Indiana Supreme Court asserting women have equal voting rights. Her case stems from a 1894 Lafayette incident where she was refused a ballot prompting a petition and appeal to the court.

Indiana Supreme Court Indianapolis Ind Helen Gougar Supreme Court

Editors Elect Officers at National Association Session

The 12th annual session of the National Editorial association adjourned to meet next year in Denver. Elected officers include President Louis Holtman of Brazil Indiana first vice president J E Junkin Sterling Kansas recording secretary Arthur E Pierce A O U W Record Denver corresponding secretary W J M Page Jerseyville Illinois treasurer J G Gibbs Norwalk Connecticut. About 300 editors departed for Mexico yesterday.

Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railway Toledo National Carnation Society Cincinnati Jerseyville Ill John Circlelez Jacob Atchison William Dougherty Perkins Spicer William Rouse Waldron Galveston Tex National Editorial Association Denver Louis Holtman Brazil Ind J. E. Junkin Sterling Kansas Arthur E. Pierce A. O. U. W. Record Col W. J. M. Page J. G. Gibbs Norwalk Mexico

Missourian Murdered in Ambush Near Eldredge

Lebanon Missouri February 20 Joseph Worley a farmer living 234 miles from Eldredge was murdered at seven o'clock last night. The assailant lay in ambush and fired buckshot into Worley s side. He fell mortally wounded and the killer then drove a large wire nail into his victim s brain to ensure the death.

Lebanon Joseph Worley Eldredge Worley Brian

Moonshiners Mar a Honeymoon in Papreau Kentucky

In Papreau Kentucky on February 20 a report from Hamburg says Lumber Buyer W A Davis of Steele and Hibbard St Louis, on a business trip with his bride formerly Miss Otella Hippel, was mistaken for a revenue officer by moonshiners. They overpowered him in his room after the door was battered, dragged Mrs Davis away, but townsmen rescued her and the couple were barricaded in a store. They were taken to a steamer next morning, escaping injury.

Papreau Hamburg Tennessee River W. A. Davis Steele & Hibbard St. Louis Otella Hippel

National lawmakers condensed proceedings for days in Congress

The Senate and House review multiple bills over several days. Key actions include the secret session on the Clayton-Bulwer treaty, adoption of conference reports on appropriation bills, pension measures, and military and patent matters. Senators Chandler and Hoar spoke on monetary and civil service issues, while the House passed private pension bills and other measures amid vetoes and debates on defenses, immigration, and indian reforms.

House Senate Morgan Ala National Guard Benoit Boater Louisiane Chandler N. H St. Louis Palmer Indianapolis Hoar Mass Peter H. Allabach Pennsylvania United States Allen Neb Civil Service Commission South Omaha Five Civilized Tribes of Indians Indian Territory Geological Survey C. F. Amidon North Dakota Sherman Elections Committee N. T. Hopkins J. M. Kendall Kentucky Gen. Stoneman Daniel Senate Washington Washington Daughters of the American Revolution Grow P.a Gen. Carr

No Deal Made by Kyle In Populist Politician Interview

Pierre S D Feb 20 In an interview Senator Kyle who was re elected yesterday afternoon by republican votes denies any deal with the republicans He declares he is still a populist and has not changed his principles He says the republicans came to him solely to humiliate Pettigrew fearing Pettigrew would oppose Kyle

Kyle Pierre S. D Pettigrew

Fusionists lose ballot entry limit in Iowa senate

Des Moines Iowa February 20 exciting scenes in the senate over the code chapter on elections. As amended the law prevents a candidate's name appearing on the official ballot more than once. After hours of debate the bill passed 31 to 17.

Des Mores Senate

Greek King George to Lead Northern Army in Crisis

Athens dispatch reports King George intends to take personal command of the northern army in the current crisis. He is quoted saying he would rather die in battle than become an exiled king, a fate feared if he does not assume leadership.

Greece Paris Athens George

Marsden Company Forms to Use Corn Stalks in Products

TRENTON N J Feb 19 Articles of incorporation filed to form the Marsden company with authorized stock of 50 000 000 to manufacture sell and deal in products from corn stalks per letters patent secured and applied for by Mack Marsden.

Trenton N. J Secretary of State Marsden Company Mack Marsden

President and Mrs Cleveland Host Record Public Reception

The last evening reception of this administration was held at the White House for the general public. An estimated 5,000 to 6,000 people waited in line over two hours, setting attendance records.

Clevelands WaAsuingTon Cleveland White House

Woodson Nomination Faces Slim Chance of Confirmation

Washington February 19. The nomination of Stephen C. Woodson to be postmaster of St. Joseph stands only a slender chance of confirmation. As a gold democrat from Missouri he is viewed with alarm by Senators Cockrell and West, signaling strong opposition.

Woodson Washington Stephen C. Woodson St. Joseph Cockrell West

Woman’s Christian Temperance Union Temple Gifts Rise

In Curcaco on February 19 the WCTU temple received a second $25,000 gift from Marshall Field, bringing his total pledge to $50,000 with the condition that $300,000 be raised to purchase bonds. Miss Helen Culver of Chicago increased her pledge from $5,000 to $10,000.

W. C. T. U. Temple Curcaco Woman's Christian Temperance Union Temple Marshall Field Helen Culver Chicago

Three Workmen Buried in Clay Bank Cave-In

A clay bank near Rock Island Illinois caved in yesterday burying three workmen. William Mielaw was killed while Martin Theus and John Volk were seriously injured in the accident reported from the Illinois city.

Rock Island William Mielaw Martin Theus John Volk

Desperado Brooks Captured Near Regan in Texas

A constable arrested Al Brooks, once suspected of murdering his father-in-law and shooting his wife in Lockhart Caldwell County. He was brought before his former wife who identified him, ending rewards of 1500 dollars posted by Gov Ireland and local citizens.

Lockhart Caldwell County Tex al. Brooks Brooks Desault Burleson County Ireland Regan

Miss Breckinridge Becomes Kentucky's First Woman Lawyer

Miss Sophonisha Breckinridge of Lexington Kentucky recently admitted to the bar won her first suit against Charles Swigert in a divorce and custody case. Judge Parker awarded custody of the three youngest children to the mother while the two oldest went to the father. The children were present and the scene was described as pathetic and dramatic.

Miss Breckinridge Sophonisha Breckinridge Lexington Charles Swigert Mies Breckinridge Kentucky

Northern Colonists Plan 11000 Acre Georgia Colony

Northern colonists near Canton Georgia secure an 11000 acre tract and form a colony for 100 families. Corporal James Tanner, a Union veteran who lost both legs and later served as pensions commissioner under Harrison, joins, seeking to fraternize with the South by becoming a citizen of this Union region.

Georg Canton James Tanner Brooklyn Harrison

Selma man John Townsend guilty of murder in 14 year old case

In Selma Alabama John Townsend was found guilty of the murder of Fleming Young aged 14 and sentenced to death after a 40 hour jury deliberation. During a Christmas celebration Townsend commanded the boy to stop singing and then shot him when the boy continued singing at the party.

Selma Ala John Townsend Fleming Young Townsend

Bank in Jacksonville Closed Under Run After Low Assets

The Merchants' National Bank of Jacksonville Florida was closed recently by the comptroller of the currency who appointed Examiner Shubrick to take charge. The suspension followed a depositor run sparked by a December report showing only five thousand dollars in assets, prompting widespread withdrawal of funds.

Merchants’ National Bank of Jacksonville Fla Comptroller of the Currency Examiner Shubrick

Dallas County's Oldest Citizen John Day Sr Dies

John Day Sr aged 08 years and the oldest resident of Dallas county Alabama died at his home near Pleasant Hill. He left many children grandchildren and great grandchildren. Day resided in Selma half a century ago when it was a plantation landing.

John Day Dallas County Ala Pleasant Hill Mr. Day Selma

Dog Causes Gunshot Wound During Hunt Near Richmond

Thomas F. Davis was badly wounded while hunting near Richmond Virginia when his setter pawed his gun causing the trigger to fire. The lead tore off his forefinger and thumb and left wounds on the face.

Thomas F. Davis Richmond Davis

Elopement Leads to Courthouse Wedding in Clarksville

W. I. Newitt of Henrietta and Miss Georgie Lockett from near Clarksville Tenns eloped to Clarksville and married in their buggy in front of the courthouse yard gate. The bride is 30 and fled home due to parental objection.

W. I. Newitt Henrietta Georgie Lockett Clarksville Tenns

Man Who Killed Forty Federals Dies in South America

Preston, a man who confessed to killing 40 federal soldiers during the war, died in South America recently of pneumonia at age 80. The item comes from Middlesboro Kentucky.

Middlesboro Preston South America

Well Known West Virginia Lawyer Judge Woods Dies

Judge Samuel Woods of West Virginia, prominent in law and a former judge of the supreme court of appeals from 1880 to 1890, died recently at Phil lips, West Virginia.

West Virginia Samuel Woods Phillips W. Va Supreme Court of Appeals

Dry Goods Dealer Assigns in Anniston

W. T. Wilson, a leading dry goods merchant of Anniston Alabama, has made a general assignment to John A. Trye for the benefit of creditors. Liabilities are about $20,000, assets about $35,000.

W. T. Wilson Anniston Ala John A. Trye

Senate kills key SC anti-free pass and cigarette tax bills

The South Carolina senate narrowly defeats house measures, voting by one vote to kill the proposal repealing the anti free pass law and the separate bill imposing a prohibitive cigarette tax.

South Carolina Senate

Everglades Swamp Land Conveyed to Florida

The secretary of the interior decides to convey the large swamp tract in Florida known as The Everglades to the state. The action transfers ownership to Florida, formalizing a long planned public land transfer.

the Everglades Florida Secretary of the Interior

Calhoun's Grandson Drowned In Kentucky River

The body of Noel T. Calhoun a Kentucky river lumber dealer and grandson of John C. Calhoun was found near Hydan the death reported as a drowning mystery with authorities investigating the scene and circumstances.

Calhoun Noel T. Calhoun John C. Calhoun Kentucky River Hydan

President Pardons Nashville Bank Chief Porterfield

The president granted a full pardon to ex bank president Porterfield of Nashville Tenn. He had been serving a ten year term in the penitentiary after conviction.

Porterfield Nashville Enn

A Son's Bad Mistake Ends Fatally in Bartlett

John Massey, an aged farmer, was shot and fatally wounded by his son at Bartlett Town, who mistook him for a burglar. The incident occurred during a night confrontation. Police investigated as a tragic household shooting with a fatal outcome.

John Massey Bartlett Town

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