Christmas reflections and local notices from Danville Kh
A reader recounts a warm Christmas with friends, visits to schoolmates, and news of a friend with consumption. He notes the closing of Cullman whiskey shops, mentions Moulton Advertiser readers, and updates on local people including Ellen Wilson, Ed Rawls, Mr. Wilson moving to Basham, and Walter Jackson buying a mule and cart amid leap year speculation.
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Danville
Cullman
J.M. Templeton
W. G. Jackson
Hartselle
Ellen Wilson
Ellen Jackson
Ed Rawls
Jefferson County
Wilson
Basham
W.H. Holaway
Moulton
Walter Jackson
Jimmie Hayes and Bride Begin House Keeping
G W R writes that Jimmie Hayes and his bride have started married life, expressing a wish to read the paper for the rest of his life.
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Jimmie Hayes
G. W.R
Texas Whiffs Advertiser Letter From Masters TX
Letter from L. M. Minor of Masters Texas describes a short cotton crop few locals expect visitors from nearby Moulton. He notes large rabbits, a dull Christmas, and a fatal knife incident involving neighbor boy killed by Jim Allison. He laments readability but wishes a prosperous new year.
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Old Advertiser
Texas
Jim Allison
L. M. Minor
Masters
Editor Stevenson on Roanoke Leader stance on Bryan and Roosevelt
The Roanoke Leader editor quips there is sentiment against a man’s third term but not against a repeated candidacy. He greets Mr. Bryan, questions the money flurry’s impact, and asks if federal jobs for Democrats would turn the panic into a blessing in disguise.
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O . Stevenson
Roanoke Leader
Roosevelt
Mr. Bryan
Stevenson
Bryan
Pay Your Tax and Prepare to Vote
The notice urges taxpayers to settle E TMayp Ask taxes and get ready for the upcoming voting period. It emphasizes timely payment and civic participation, naming local tax authorities and the election date window.
My Vacation Coney Island to Washington in Song
A vivid tour narrative from Coney Island to Washington cites stars, trains, and monuments. The piece recalls public monuments, Arlington burial ground, and Southern women with a poetic, enchanting tone while noting a visitor’s awe at the Tomb of Washington and theatrical depictions of national history.
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Coney Island
America
New York
Washington
Tomb of
Darkey
Wonderful Scenes at New York and Mount Vernon Tour
The writer reflects on Coney Island season closure and iconic NYC sights like the Singer building and New York Central Depot, then tours Mount Vernon and Arlington Cemetery. He describes Washington’s farm, the tomb, Mary Washington rose, and comparisons to public monuments, ending with Arlington’s solemn fields and soldiers’ graves.
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Coney Island
Singer
New York Central
America
New York
Washington
D. C
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Mount Vernon
Arlington
Potomac River
Virginia
Grand Old Dominion
Huntington Creek
Alexandria
Washingtor
Mount
Mt. Vernon
Ladie
United States
Martha
Green House
Mary Washington
Napoleon
St. Helena
Darkey
Fiest
Christchurch
Gen. Washington
Gen. R. KE. Lee
Carlisle House
Gen. Braddock
Arlington Junction
National Cemetery
Town Christmas Celebrations and Community News
Christmas and New Year passed without incident. The church Christmas tree drew crowds with many gifts and splendid decorations. Several townspeople welcomed new neighbors and enjoyed social events while stock law debates divided opinion. The piece notes personal tensions over a local paper and ends with a farewell to a columnist.
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The
Christian Church
T. Black
Roosevelt
Bro. Black
Thrasher
Messrs
Hale
Clain
Rights and Misconceptions Over Editorial Letters
A writer defends correspondence with local papers stating no personal attack was intended and explains the sequence of letters to the Moulton Advertiser Leighton News and Florence Times. He claims the content reflected true facts on Unionism's impact and describes the editor's rejection and return of his piece.
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Bro. Neelley
Moulton Advertiser
Moulton
Bro. Neelly
Leighton News
Florence Times
Good Resolutions for 1908 in the local prayerful list
A 1908 New Year pledge outlines religious aims to serve God more faithfully attend worship and Sunday School generously support the gospel lift the fallen aid the unfortunate treat animals well obey laws including Prohibition promote debt avoidance and live by the Golden Rule. The tone blends humor with sincerity as the signer vows steadfast holy purpose.
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Job
Turkey
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Tino. BH
Irwin
Ala
Bank OF Moulton
Public Square
T. H. Irwin
Gibson
Noulton
Ao. Chenault
J.M. Irwin. Attorney At Law
Lawrence Connte
Joun
SlowkeLt
Moulton Hotel
B. O. Masters ON
Masterson Hotel
Mas
Matriz Masterson
Proprietress
Dr. Shoop
Chamberlain
Windham & CO
Kennedy
Scott
Ale Sek
Nick Service
Morgan County
B. Grawford
1St Avenue and
Nwitch
New Decatur
Wekers Necatir
J. L. Aldridge
Landersville
Tiser
Northern Presbyterian Church
Union
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