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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1908
Page
3
Advert preserves claim by F. W. Williams of 400 Manhattan Avenue New York offering a free positive cure for eczema salt rheum erysipelas piles and skin diseases after instant relief by sending a stamp. The notice urges sufferers not to endure pain and provides the address for response.
Jim Masterson reports his elephant ranch thriving with all eggs hatched and no cubs dying. He owns a large white elephant now being stall fed and intends to slaughter and barbecue it in honor of Governor Comer around the end of July.
Catarrh is a constitutional disease, internal remedies needed. Hall's Catarrh Cure, a physician recommended treatment, claims to purify blood and act on mucous surfaces. The ad promises free testimonials and lists F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio as suppliers with a general druggist distribution.
After Grover Cleveland’s death, a movement seeks a pension of $5,000 a year for his widow though she has four children and $200,000. The remarks denounce the proposal and urge a sharp rebuke of the critic’s impudence.
Mrs E R Pierson of Auburn Centre Pennsylvania lauds Dr King’s New Discovery as a healing remedy for long standing threat and lung trouble. The remedy is sold at Windham Co and all drug stores priced 50c and 1.00 with a trial bottle free.
The writer Teddy reportedly has a $100,000 offer for his African hunt narrative, with potential growth to a million before his return. The tale envisions a dramatic scene where an elephant tosses Teddy a mile, uninjured, promising a thrilling chapter for future generations.
Hon Jake Moore state warden of Georgia testifies after twenty years of indigestion he lost 25 pounds and nearly gave up until using Kodol. Within a day his condition improved and he now weighs more than ever, crediting the remedy. Letter from Atlanta dated Aug 10 1904, sold by Irwin Drug Co.
The Misses Ratcliff of Morgan visited our county to canvass for a Birmingham Ledger scholarship. They spent time in Moulton and gathered abundant coupons as a farmer harvests grain and hay, a source of gratification to the community.
Heat prostrates the nerves and the remedy promises quick relief. The ad claims Dr Shoop's Restorative restores weakened nerves within days, sharpens appetite, aids digestion, and strengthens kidneys and heart by rebuilding worn-out nerves. Sold by all dealers.
Cotton blooms continue to come, and the last is from M. Burgess. A great many young men and boys, some girls and a few old heroes, have been drowned this season while bathing. They ventured out too far, took the cramp and went under, many of them to rise no more until the last great day.
YJ has used Dr. Kings New Life Pills for several years and says they work just exactly right. Mr A A Felton of Hartsville NY reports relief without discomfort. Remedy for constipation biliousness and malaria. 25 cents at Windham & Co stores and other druggists.
The State Union held three days of sessions behind closed doors in Birmingham last week. It endorsed good roads and conducted significant business for the welfare of the people. M. J. Paykter was re elected State Door Keeper, a high tribute to our county, followed by a free trolley ride and a lakeside barbecue.
One preparation known today will promptly help the stomach. This is Kodol which digests all classes of food thoroughly. With continued use for a short time it will relieve stomach disorders or trouble. Sold by Irwin Drug Co.
Capt. W. A. Avery, one of Tuscumbia’s oldest citizens, has died after a long life. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Delashaw entertained guests Thursday night in a royal party. The event honored Miss Fannie Bussey, visiting from Flint, amid widespread praise from attendees.
A promotional notice invites readers to obtain Book No 4 for Women by Dr Shoop of Racine Wisconsin. It promises confidential medical guidance and details on the Night Cure and antiseptic suppositories to address weaknesses. The book is advertised as free from dealers and available by writing for it.
A government report notes cotton staple is in fine condition with indicators of a bumper crop while observers warn that the new pistol law is now in force and penalties apply for violations.
A Silver City resident, M Harden, extols Electric Bitters as unrivaled for stomach, liver, and kidney troubles, weakness, backache, chills, and malaria. Sold under guarantee at Windham & Co and all drug stores.
A thief drove a wagon into a Tuscumbia barn last week and stole a load of corn. The report notes numerous Fourth of July victims and declares the community will show patriotism if harm comes to them. A dog bite nine weeks ago is also mentioned, and a New Orleans man died of hydrophobia in great agony.
Bert Barber of Eton Wisconsin praises DeWitt’s Liver and Bladder Pills from Irwin Drug Co claiming four doses have given him more relief than any other medicine and that he continues taking them for a perfect cure.
A flood emergency in Mississippi leaves thousands seeking assistance with pleas for relief. In Huntsville, T. J. Bagby is shot and killed while chatting with his sweetheart at a window. Meanwhile Texas cotton miscarries its market debut as the first bale sells in New York at 35 cents per pound.
An advertisement promotes Dr Shoop’s Magic Ointment for piles, offering a mail test with a small trial box to prove its effectiveness. It states the ointment is made for swollen or itching piles both external and internal and sells a large jar for 50 cents through all dealers in Racine Wisconsin.
A drunken white man in Georgia fired buckshot at his wife’s mother, claiming insanity. In South Alabama a 5 year old boy fell from a mule, was trampled, and died in the pasture, with authorities noting the incident.
A short promotional notice touts Cascasweet as a safe non opiate remedy for a fussy baby. It claims no opiates or harmful drugs and notes compliance with the National Pure Food and Drugs Law. Sold by Irwin Drug Co.
In Ohio a crowd of 1500 men and women lined up for a spelling contest. A 13 year old black girl spelled every word given to her, declined all prizes, and walked away with honors including a gold watch.
Two young brothers set out from Birmingham seeking adventure and exploring the wider world. One lad previously lost a leg at Attalla, while the other remains missing, prompting searches and family concern.
J W Jenkins of Chapel Hill North Carolina recommends Buckled Arnica Salve calling it the best salve the world affords. He says it cured a felon on his thumb and always heals every sore burn or wound it is applied to, with Windham Co drug stores carrying it.
R N Farrar of Cat Island La recalls a severe diarrhoea attack in 1902 and a 1907 episode. He credits Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with prompt relief and says it would have saved a doctor’s bill. Sold by local druggists Irwin Drug Co Moulton E Gariner Landersville and D W Irwin Hillsboro Ala.
Jease Martin, a top North Alabama pitcher, joined Decatur in Athens where Athens beat Decatur 1 to 0. Martin pitched well in defeat demonstrating the hard ball he can throw. Ira Shoemaker and family of Decatur, with Buck Landers, spent Saturday night at the old homestead near town.
Advertisement for DeWitt's Little Early Risers pleasant pills described as easy to take and sold by Irwin Drug Co. Includes brief product claim and vendor name.
Mrs. Jimmie Terry died near Loosier Sunday morning. She left three children, one only a week old. She was the daughter of Mr. J. D. Daniel. Our sympathies go to the bereaved family.
An old advertisement touts Dr Shoop s Pink Pain Tablets promising relief from pain within twenty minutes by drawing blood pressure away from pain centers. It claims benefits for congestion toothache and headaches with rapid, safe action and offers a two tablet dose for 25 cents.
Tax Collector Bracken made a business trip to Decatur on Monday. Joel Chandler Harris, known as Uncle Remus, died in Atlanta last Friday. His death drew mourning from children nationwide for his Brer Rabbit stories.
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve is advertised as useful for cuts burns bruises and scratches and especially good for piles sold and recommended by Irwin Drug Co.
Bro Faust preached an interesting sermon at the Methodist church last Sunday morning and Bro Hill spoke at night. Uncle Alfred Drake, an aged respected colored man, died near Moulton early Sunday morning.
After years of stomach trouble and spending hundreds on medicines, Samuel Boyer of Folsom Iowa reports Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets gave his wife relief and he praises the product sold by Irwin Drug Co and partners samples offered. Rear Admiral Thomas retired dies in California. In June 930 dogs killed in Birmingham. Seven killed in Cleveland fire last Friday.
In 1878 this remedy emerged amid outbreaks of diarrhoeal illnesses and has since built a 35 year record of success. It expanded from a small start to widespread use in the United States and abroad. Nine out of ten druggists would recommend it to customers. Sold by Irwin Drug Co in Moulton and Hillsboro and by E Gardner and Landersville.
Uncle John Berryhill of Kimo spent Sunday in Moulton with his son James who has been sick for two weeks. Bro Quinn filled his Danville appointment last weekend. The Lawrence County Board of Pension Examiners is now in session and invites all eligible veterans to apply immediately.
A Carbon Hill Alabama father recalls his four year old son's severe dysentery. Two physicians gave up, but Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy cured him. He urges giving the remedy with castor oil per directions. Sold by Irwin Drug in Moulton Landersville and Hillsboro.
Burch and Free have finished the well on the High School lot and are now located at Pitt where they will find water for A G Bayne. Ernst Armor lost $20 in bills last week and asks for the return if found.
The terrible itching and smarting from certain skin diseases is almost instantly allayed by applying Iain's Salve. Price 25 cents. For sale by Irwin Drug Co., 8 E Gardner and D W Irwin.
A partial listing shows Miss Grace Groenendyke and students Janie Preuit Segar Lee Preuit Mary F Almon Maggie Massey Clara E Stewart Lu fle L Walker Annie Pitt Maggie Mc Culloch alongside adults Mrs Hugh A Stewart and Messrs James P French M Hulit Elkins John A Brewer Minnie B Harris with Harriet Freeman.
The undersigned apply to alter Mt. Spring School District boundaries to transfer the southeast quarter of Section 14 to Tapville District No. 4. Signatories include R. R. Hall Jas Bridges and Mrs Isaac Hall.
The Alabama Railroad Commission will convene in Courtland on July 10 1908 to hear Lawrence County citizens complaints about freight rates and other derelictions of duty by public carriers. Public notice urges attendance.
Bro W W Tucker announces the North Alabama Singing Association will meet at Pleasant Hill seven miles west of Decatur on the Friday before the fourth Sunday in July and continue three days. A large attendance is expected amid the city heat. The rest reports heavy summer heat and doom for Republican victims nationwide. The Denver trip brings cheers as the boys travel. Contact with bill collectors or a seller is easy.
A letter from J Q Snider in Moulton Alabama asks readers to circulate a do it yourself math riddle for estimating Sunday school scholars. He proposes a long chain of biblical figures and events to compute a final count. The question ends asking how many scholars attend the school.
Edgar Hampton son of Mr and Mrs George Hampton born May 21 1891 died June 25 1908. He bore his illness with patience and talked of heaven. He leaves a father mother three brothers and eight sisters plus many friends. The family offers sympathy and hopes to meet him in the heavenly home. Laura H. expresses sorrow and prayers.
A physician with long experience cites a simple home remedy for piles and urges Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin to ease constipation and restore natural bowel movements. Letters from cured sufferers praise the remedy, claiming relief after years of trouble. The product is sold by druggists at 60c and $1.00, with a free trial offer from the Pepsin Syrup Co.
The Senior Editor reports his daughter was enrolled last year at the Girls Industrial School of Alaba ma and praises the results. Hon. Jas. C. Kumpe serves as a Trustee, lending high endorsement to the institution. The advertisement invites readers to read further.
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