Judge Richardson at Moulton speaks on railroads and policy
The article recalls Judge Richardson arriving from Hillsboro with J. P. Gibson and meeting supporters in Moulton. It highlights his stance on railroad regulation, opposition to confiscation, and critique of Republican tariff policy. He praises Grover Cleveland, cites Muscle Shoals discussions, and urges support for Richardson as Congressman, ending with local enthusiasm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Gibson
Hillsboro
Moulton
Richardson
Judge Jones
Taft
Sherman
Mr. Bryan
Kern
Judge Richardson
Europe
Richard Watson Gilder
Mrs Rep Lowe of Decatur Visits Moulton
Decatur resident Mrs Lowe visits Moulton in a brief social note highlighting a community connection. The item records a simple daytime visit and plans for future engagement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs
Rep Lowe of
Decatur
Moulton
Bryan's Legacy Address on Wealth and Conscience
Hon W J Bryan praised his father in a recent speech, noting wealth can hinder effort but virtue guides success. He said a father left him no fortune but taught the value of righteous principles and the rule that being in the minority yet right can lead to majority acceptance later. He warned against being in the majority while wrong.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Bryan
Present from James N Bragg to Birmingham publishers
A letter dated July 16 1908 from Birmingham Alabama in which James N Bragg encloses a one dollar bill and claims the signer Vernon on the bill is one of Teddy's negroes. He asks Messrs White & White of Moulton Alabama to send The Advertiser for another year gratis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
Ala
Messrs, White & White
Moulton
Vernon
Teddy
James N. Bragg
Exchange of labor for bills and a willion sought
The speaker praises a noble exchange with Brother Bragg and aims to obtain fifty thousand dollar bills with Teddy's name. The note mentions Teddy's admired handwriting and a desire for large sums. It also references voting 500 for Miss Eva Shelton in the Sewing Machine contest and her rising status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bragg
Teddy
Eva Shelton
Lusk Appointed Railroad Commissioner in Alabama
Hon John A Lusk of Marshall county a late candidate for associate justice of the supreme court has been made railroad commissioner to replace the late Maj John G Harris Gov Comer is praised for the appointment and the paper expresses strong support and loyalty toward the governor and a celebratory tone toward the change
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John A. Lusk
Marshall County
Supreme Court
John G. Harris
Gov. Comer
Montgomery
Hobson Joins Teddy in Picture Gallery of Heroes
Hobson, striving to drum up support with Japan, is placed in Teddy's picture gallery alongside other great heroes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hobson
Japan
Teddy
Paper Coupons in Voting Contest Weigh in
The notice states no extra papers will be printed for the Voting Contest and only current subscribers are eligible. Each ballot must include the voted name the voter post office and the date. About 500 card coupons have been removed and the contest is growing warmer as the eagle is urged to scream.
Cotton Bolls and Crop Hopes Amid News of Typhoon and Local Incidents
The article notes bumper crops expected as farmers report healthy weed growth and large cotton bolls, while cautioning against disappointment in food supplies. It mentions a typhoon in the Philippines causing 25 deaths and 100 shipwrecked, a bull attack near Leighton, a Chicago judge ruling newspapers cannot trade space for railroad passes, unrest among Birmingham Union coal miners, and a missed notice from W H Smith of Town Creek regarding railroad commission candidacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Birmingham
W. H. Smith
Town Creek
Railroad Commission
Mae
Lomer
Billi
Miss Delia Downing Hosts Joyful Children's Party
Miss Delia Downing entertained a large group of children Friday from 3 to 6 pm on the front lawn. Ice cream and dainties were served by the hostess as Mrs. P. Almon and her Russellville children attended, adding color to the social event and inspiring hopes for the future leaders of the country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delia Downing
P. Almon
Russellville
Delia
Interesting Letters From Rev Barbee On Alabama Railroads
The newspaper previews a series by Rev H. W. Barbee of California, an Alabama native, starting next week. It will critique the injunction power and argue courts saved railroads from confiscation, then recount early local history with biographical sketches of settlers, religion, and politics, beginning with Oakville. Subscriptions urged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
8. W. Barbee
North
Alabama
California
Bro. Barbee
Lawrence
Oakville
Prohibition Ticket Named For President and Vice President
The prohibitionists have named their ticket with Eugene W. Chaflin of Illinois for president and Professor Aaron Watkins of Ohio for vice president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene W. Chaflin
Ilinois
Aaron Watkins
Ohio
Shot in the Back in Sunday Midnight Incident
Oscar Barnes shot Willis Burgess in the back around 2 a m near the cabin but caused no serious injury. Dr Mesterson responded to a phone call and went to the bloody scene as neighbors debated the motive and Willis Burgess’s presence at that hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oscar Barnes
Willis Burgess
Lamage
Dr. Mesterson
Willis
Oscar
Drowning in Creek Near Jasper Affects Nearby Community
Aunt Lucy Cole, an elderly Black woman, drowned in a creek near Jasper, an event mourned by locals. Miss Pattie Kirkland visited family in Nartselle and Decatur and returned to Moulton. Mild rain Sunday. hail and wind damaged cotton and corn at Mose Alexander’s place. A protracted meeting at Rock Spring begins next Sunday, led by pastor with Rev Rome Pickens. ten days. Bro Rome Pickens spoke at Wren last Sunday in Baptist pulpit and Presbyterian stand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raina
Lucy Cole
Jasper
Pattie Kirkland
Nartselle
Decatur
Moulton
Mose Alexander
Rock Spring
Rome Pickens
Wren
Prospect Links Dear Mr White and Son
A brief rural note reports crops are poor for corn though cotton is good with chances of rain. John Bureh has left for Hartsville but Miss Lona remains to clerk and may bring news. Health is generally good. Mr T J Burch’s little girl improved after illness. A picnic and singing day at Prospect occurred with orderly conduct. Sunday School attendance remains steady and Miss Lillian Burch has returned from Town Creek. Sunshine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. White & Son
John Bureh
Hartselle
Miss Lona
T. J. Burch
Bill
Prospect
Lillian Burch
Town Creek
Sunshine
Stock Holders Meeting Called by Town Creek Warehouse
We call a meeting of the stock holders of the Town Creek Warehouse Company at Town Creek on Thursday July 30 1908. M J Taylon president J D L Byars secretary treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Town Creek Warehouse Company
Town Creek
M.J. Taylon
Pres
J. D. L. Byars
Sec-Treas
Merchants of Decatur and New Decatur urged to trade locally
The Moulton Advertiser urges Decatur and New Decatur merchants to promote fair bargains to lure Lawrence county buyers away from mail order houses. The paper promises wide county reach and reasonable advertising rates to secure local trade and invites merchants to contact by phone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur
New Decatur
Chicago
Lawrence County
Moulton Advertiser
Moulton
Bernstein Closing Out Sale Sparks Market Interest
A. Bernstein advertises a closing out sale with startling prices and plain statements of fact. The business aims to dispose of goods at sacrifice to avoid future losses from deterioration and spoilage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Bernstein
Bernstein
Picnic at Town Creek Odd Fellows and Woodmen event
A joint picnic by the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and the Woodmen of the World will be held Wednesday July 29 in the grove in front of Geo H Potter's residence Town Creek Alabama. Speakers include Judge J P Abernathy and Hon F M Means with other invited officials. Music by Florence string band. baseball games Moulton vs Town Creek and Mt Hope vs Courtland. Cold drinks provided to cover expenses. attendees urged to bring baskets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odd Fellows
Wombmen of the World
Town Creek
Ala
Independent Order of Odd Fellows
Woodmen of the World
Geo. H. Potter
Farmers’ Union
Masonic Fraternity
J. P. Abernathy
Pulaski, Tenn
Hison
N. G. Lagrenge Pode
F. R ‘Spe. E. Etheredge
C. C. Town Creek Gamp
A Side Offer For Five New Subscribers
The Moulton Advertiser promotes a side offer: five new subscribers receive a bound copy of Sam Jones life and 2500 ballots in a voting contest. The book, a large volume with Sam Jones history and sayings, retails at 3.40 dollars but will be sacrificed for a limited period to boost circulation. Call at the office to examine the book and participate before December 20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Jones
Moulton
Etter
Moulton Advertiser
Bob
Taylor
Baylor
Joanna Warte & Son
Ala
Wood and wool a summer plea for wood supply
A rustic plea imagines mid summer talk of wood and wool as it promises rural readers to bring 100 cords of oak, hickory, elm, hackberry and ash both split and crooked to avoid brushwood look in a mill pond. The note ends with a call to respond.
Local Election Notes and Tragic Death Mar Weekend
J R Vaughn from Kimo extended his date by a year and earned 500 votes for Miss Evie Shelton as the voting season grows. A W Cagle of near Mt Hope returned a coupon worth 300 votes for an animal fund. Rev Isaac Martin aged 73 died suddenly while leading a Sunday School near Tuscaloosa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Vaughn
Kimo
Evie Shelton
A. W. Cagle
Mt. Hope
Isaac Martin
Tuscaloosa
County Court Jury Terms Opens With Busy Docket
The County Court jury term convened Monday with a full house and a busy docket. Judge Kumpe led at 10 o clock as Solicitor Irwin asked to pass about 40 cases, with several presses and many guilty pleas. Fines totaled fifty dollars per case, paid with security for costs. Sheriff Cannon maintained order, and Clerk Byars received praise. The juries were described as good men, and a full report of their work is anticipated next week. Attorneys Sgerrod Lowe and Almon were noted, with J A Berryhill absent due to illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kumpe
Irwin
Cannon
Byars
Sgerrod
Lowe
Almon
J. A. Berryhill
Bait Jim
Ice Cream Supper Planned at Wren on July 20
An ice cream supper will be held at Wren on Wednesday evening July 20 to raise funds for the Sunday School. Everyone is invited to attend and enjoy desserts. Proceeds support the church program and community activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wren
HAWRENCE COUNTY SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION AT MOUNTAIN HOME
The program for the Lawrence County Sunday School Convention at Mountain Home spans Sunday through Wednesday July 22 1908 and July 29 with morning and evening sessions. It features Devotional Exercises led by various superintendents and ministers, addresses by J T Howell Miss Kennedy Herbert Lill and Judge Cathel, discussions on grading Sunday schools organization and teacher opportunities, pledges for state work and plans for next convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hawrence County
Mountain Home
Armstrong
J.T. Howell
Goodlett
Home Department
W. T. Holdridge
Miss Kennedy
Opelika
Ala
Herbert Lill
J.c.cowan
C. P. Eggleston
R. L. Quinn
J. W. Walker
Wheeler Smith
O. P. Eggleston
Joe Howell
Mectin
Ppc
Geo. W. Rob
Russell Whitman
G. W. Parker
J. A Beatty
Snake Bitten Child Near Mt Home Receives Help
Wallace Smith reported a child bitten by a snake near Mt Home last week after putting a hand into a hole while handling a rabbit. Dr. Tom Irwin treated the girl and her condition improved after a period of severe suffering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wallace Smith
Mt. Home
Tom Irwin
Thos F Almon joins county school board bid
Thos F Almon consents to serve on the County School Board and pledges to give the duties the best attention if elected. Misses Lula and Novie Almon have gone to Asheville for a few weeks at the watering place. Letters from Bros Barbee Shackelford Almon Alison and others will appear next week. Land Office glow Monday with many dates and new names. Lawyer J R Ayers and Frank King of Leighton are here Ayers pleads for justice and King writes in surance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Almon
Lula
Novie Almon
Asheville
Bros. Bar
Bee
Shackelford
Almon
Alison
J. R. Ayers
Frank King
Leighton
Ayers
King
Stomach Health Claims For Ageing Digestion
An article extols regular bowels and digestion for lasting health in old age. It promotes a remedy advertised by Graggiers and Pepsin Syrup Co, claiming to aid digestion and stomach secretion, with sample offers from Windham & Co and Irwin Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pepsin Syrup Co
Caldwell
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Grover Cleveland
America
William Richardson
Bryan
Lusk
Philipines
Henry Gargis
Prospect Links
D. A. Kirkland
Moulton, Ala
C.G. Richeon
Cathel
Als
Fo Neeste Ot
W. J. Porter
Ines Sa
Dr. Shoop
Dr. King
Raiun We & Rs
Windham & Co., and
Irwin Drag Co
Fretwood—Magazine
Munger
GIN CO
Trinity
Aba
China
Hall
W.J. Nesbitt
Bank Street
Psayvl
Anrim
WEW
Ogwangye
Mass
Weas
Pom Sale PY
W. D. Irwin
Timmer
E. Garier
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