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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1908
Page
2
Democratic hosts gathered in Denver last week adopted a national ticket and platform. Hon. W. J. Bryan again leads, naming his running mate and dictating the platform, with choices carried out by his hand. Taft viewed as Roosevelt’s creature, while Bryan is described as his own man. Proceedings will be discussed next week.
Dr Cunningham expresses surprise at Mallory’s gubernatorial announcement while Alabama opinions split. The writer notes interest in Cunningham’s platform, hoping for a merciful railroads and public utilities plank that treats corporations and individuals fairly and restores confidence in state governance to place Alabama among the nation’s great commonwealths.
The article notes Caleb Powers, once jailed for nine years over the Governor Gobel murder in Kentucky, is now pardoned and announces a bid for Congress. It mentions Kentucky figures and locals, including Daniel Boone, Henry Clay, Jefferson Davis, Abraham Lincoln, Henry Watterson, and Moulton, as part of the state’s storied past.
The Selma figure Hon U S D Mallory, announced for governor in 1910, has drawn sharp criticism for revealing his wishes early. He aims to meet every qualified Alabama voter in the next two years, and supporters say he is an able man who would make Alabama a strong governor.
The article states that Hon J C Kumpe is not a candidate for Governor and will not be. It notes doubts he would accept such honors and praises his ability and patriotism. It describes Kumpe as a well preserved man nearing the zenith of his law career and expresses a longing to return to practice.
The piece recalls sixty years since 1848, praising Union victory and emancipation, noting world monarchies' decline, and celebrating a life in Moulton. It reflects on Democracy, faith, and personal memory, including a visit from Lawyer Chenault of Russellville.
A banker defends using a local printer, asserting home production keeps money circulating in town. The Moulton Advertiser notes its own loyalty to Lawrence county businesses, declaring it shuns cut-rate work and prioritizes fair deals with local merchants, churches, and schools.
Hon Charles Pomeroy Almon of Russellville arrived in Moulton with his family to spend a week at the old homestead. A Lawrence county product, he rose early on the bench and earned praise for impartial rulings. The article notes his rising star and hopes he may become Chief Justice, inviting locals to visit Big Nance Creek to share in his fishing and camaraderie.
Judge Richardson, our congressman, will visit Moulton on Monday to meet constituents. His annual stop draws a large crowd. Uncle Jack Windham presided over a Friday lemonade stand with a cheery smile. He is a Chesterfield.
Notee is hereby given that a meeting of the board and stockholders of the Hillsboro Warehouse Co will be held at Harmony Saturday before the fourth Sunday in July to hear reports from the Constitution and By laws Committee and to handle other business J D L Byars secretary treasurer.
The Editor notes a July letter from Cuartel de Espana Manila dated June 4 1908 reaching Moulton Alabama on July 9 after a delay. The writer enrolls Mr Aldrey as a subscriber to The Moulton Advertiser and hopes the paper serves him at his distant soldier home.
The third party in Lawrence County appears unaccounted for after a planned Saturday review to repair their ticket. No one can provide information on their whereabouts or status, leaving the party effectively lost.
The Jury Term of our County Court will meet Monday with full particulars to follow. A large crowd heard Bro Boyd deliver a fine sermon Sunday night. Our farmers are on the home stretch with crops and we hope for satisfactory results. Three weeks ago we sent George W Sheets of Trinity a statement of indebtedness. he replied and clarified the matter in town. 1500 people attended the Singing at Wren last Sunday and reported a glorious time with plenty to eat and sweet music. Glenn of Hartselle is visiting relatives near Moulton. Charlie looks well with his family. The Board of Revenue met Monday to adjust and equalize tax books. Mrs Annie Roberson was missed at the ice cream supper due to sickness. another active church woman was missed as well.
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