Unveiling of H. B. Irwin Monument by Woodmen
The Woodmen of the World held a solemn unveiling of the H. B. Irwin monument at the cemetery east of Moulton last Sunday afternoon. A large crowd attended after a Methodist service and grove gathering in T. J. Coffey's yard with a dinner served by local women. The ceremony included a wedge formation, band music, and readings and speeches by W. D. Seed, Melvin Hutson, and A. S. Byars, honoring Soverign Irwin and Woodcraft principles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. B. Irwin
Woodmen of the World
Moulton
T. J. Coffey
W. D. Seed
Melvin Hutson
Woodmen of the Word
Byars
Irwin
Deafness Cure Advertisements and Local News Snippet
A collage of notices and ads notes remedies for deafness by constitutional treatment, warnings about catarrh, and cures like Hall's Catarrh Cure. Also promotes Herbine for stomach issues, Ballard's Snow Liniment, McGEE'S BABY ELIXIR, and Chamberlain's remedy. Local items mention a murder near Falkville, a Jenny Linn daughter in Nashville, and a sober 4th of July note. An Alabama legislature extra session prediction and summer weather caution close the piece.
Sacred Harp Singers 7th Annual Session at Cave Spring Church
T L Grainger invites singers to the 7th annual Sacred Harp session at Cave Spring Church, 44 miles northeast of Mt. Hope, on the second Sunday in June. He asks all singers to attend, sing as taught by Daniel, and prays for a lovely day and good order, blessing editors and subscribers of The Moulton Advertiser.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sacred Harp Singers
Cave Spring Church
Mt. Hope
Daniel
Moulton Advertiser
T. L. Grainger
Local News Briefs From Newark and County Events
James B. Mer shuffled through a lengthy bout, crediting Dr King's New Discovery for his recovery from lung hemorrhages after eight months of weakness. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is recommended for whooping cough and other respiratory issues, with trials and local sales noted. Minor Guon’s accidental shooting during a Morgan County scout outing is reported. New postal banks have opened in several Alabama towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James B. Mershon
Newark
N. J
Dr. King
Guon
Morgan County
Alabama
Buckien Arnica Salve Promises Quick Wound Healing
A vintage advertisement promotes Buckien’s Arnica Salve as the fastest healer for wounds burns boils sores eruptions eczema chapped hands and piles. It claims prompt treatment prevents blood poisoning or gangrene and notes the product is 250 at all medicine dealers.
Dear Editor Letters From Caddo Neighbors Touch Hope and Travel
Dear Editor, here we are again and hope fon will admit us. Our town is visited by drum mers and merchants are doing extensive business. Prof Hubbard of Joppie lectured on Education. Bro Johnson preached a fine Holiness sermon Sunday. Mr Walker near here was found dead in bed Sunday morning and burial followed. George Thrasher is very sick but may recover. Mrs Lee McCullough and children of Decatur visit home folks. Sheets and Hightower of Decatur joined a large crowd on Sunday. Bolding and family of Decatur were here. Charlie Hendon expected Sunday to visit relatives. An all day singing is planned the third Sunday in June led by Prof Felton Legg of Vinemont. all are invited, especially good singers. John Hames with Caddo girls attended Trinity High School closing exercises and everyone reported a nice time. Sunday School and prayer meeting progress well and all seem interested. Best regards to Danville Routes 4 and 1, and best wishes to everyone. Ellen Wilson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fon
Prof
Hubbard
Joppie
Bro
Johnson
Walker
George Thrasher
Lee McCullough
Decatur
Messrs Sheets and Hightower
Bolding
Charlie Hendon
Sundday
Felton Legg
Vinemont
John Hames
Trinity High School
Danville
Ellen Wilson
Advice for healthy living and local notices
The piece touts digestion health with Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets sold by Sandlin's Drug Store and Herb ine as bowel purifiers priced at 50 cents. It notes Oscar Eggleston securing folders for the Lawrence County Sunday School annual meeting, urges Sunday School representation, mentions Eli Jennings profiting in Decatur from duck farming, and reports the two week Methodist revival at Russellville ending with 26 new church members. It also describes a Decatur trip to hear Dr Broughton with accompanying church members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sandlin’s Drug Store
Chamberlain
J.M. Sandlin
Oscar Eggleston
Lawrence County Sunday School Association
Eli Jennings
Decatur
Electric Bitters touted for health beauty and nerves
An ad praising Electric Bitters as a remedy for health and beauty, claiming they regulate stomach liver and kidneys purify blood improve nerves and skin. Mentions Haglard's plan to spend 8 million to crown King George with taxed serfs. Also notes Elder W W NeSmith preaching in Russellville and Chamberlains Liniment as effective for rheumatism. Includes grisly automobile and airship accidents and Chicago heat record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haglard
King George
W. W. NeSmith
Texas
Russellville
Your Neighbor's Experience How you may profit by it
Mrs E G Whiting of Arkansas Ohio reports kidney trouble relief after Foley Kidney Pills. She describes backaches dizzy headaches and blurred vision improving after use. The testimonial notes eye clarity and regained health following directions.
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E. G. Whiting
Wilow Pt
Arko, O
Foley
Moulton Drug Co
Ballards Snow Liniment Advertises Strong Healing Claim
A vintage advertisement touts Ballard’s Snow Liniment as superior for both animals and humans, claiming it heals sores and wounds. Price is $1.00 per bottle and it is sold by Sendlin’s Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ballard
Sandlin’s Drug Store
Sendlin
California Drug Gist and Local Notes 1911
A Pasadena item notes Foley and Ors endorsing Foley's Honey and Tar for colds and children, plus ads for Foley products and Chamberlain's Colic remedy. Mentions Moulton Drug Co, J M Sandlin Rockfeller, and Rexford anecdote. Also references local grape and apple harvests and a story about Hawk Burgess and Walter Almond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pasadena
Cal
Foley and
Foley
C. H. Ward Drug Co
C. L Parsons
Sec’y and
Treas
Moulton Drug Co
Glass eye explosion shocks New York man
A man in New York collapsed after his glass eye exploded during a casual conversation with a friend. The incident left onlookers startled as he fell unconscious.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Foley Kidney Pills Endorsement and Local Notices
Middle aged and elderly readers urged to use Foley Kidney Pills for quick and permanent kidney and bladder relief. Moulton Drug Co promotes the remedy. Miss Hotchkiss of Courtland was a guest of Mrs. Crosthwait. Thomas Alexander joined Will C. Butcher selling wallpaper and related home goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F.S. Rexford
New York Life Bldg
Kansas City
Foley
Moulton Drug Co
King New Life Pills and Eczema Liniment Ad Notice
An old advertisement promotes Dr King New Life Pills promising relief from constipation indigestion and restored appetite with energy for the system. Also sells Stencil’s Eczema Liniment through J M Sandlin. Local Baptist protracted meeting begins July with Bro Huff preaching. Uncle Jack Windham seen about town hoping for a full recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Foley Kidney Remedy Endorsed For Chronic Kidney Trouble
Foley Kidney Pills are praised for regulating and strengthening kidney and bladder action. Local notices mention Moulton C C Montgomery renewing his paper and returning from Athens Female College exercises, with Miss Margaret and Rev W W Heflin praising the pupils. Jones Quinn and Hartsell Stewart attended a Decatur lecture by Dr Broughton but were not seen in the hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. C. Montgomery
Newbure
Charlie
Jones Quinn
Hartsell Stewart
Decatur
Dr. Broughton
A.C. Prince
Athens Female College
Margaret
W. W. Heflin
Myrtle Stephenson
Report Cards Available at County High School
Pupils who have not received their report cards and certificates may pick them up by calling on A. D. Roberts at the High School building. Respectfully, J. L. Barnard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. D. Roberts
J. L. Barnard
Fred Stewart Offers Home Screening Services
Fred Stewart advertises house screening services promising to meet customer needs with satisfaction guaranteed, urging prospective clients to visit him for tailored results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Stewart
Hon Walter D Seed Guest of Lawrence County
Moulton welcomed the distinguished citizen Hon Walter D Seed with warm praise and praise for his uplifting visits. Seed delivered three eloquent speeches on Woodcraft at the unveiling, the Aim and Purpose of Life at the MEK church, and highway improvements urging bonds as the best means to secure roads. A rising vote in support of the road bonds followed, signaling strong local enthusiasm.
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Moulton
Heaven
Earth
Court House
Old Lawrence County
Happily Married at Mt Hope May 31 1911
Arthur Pickens married Miss Russell Roberson at the bride’s parents home near Mt Hope on May 31 1911 in a ceremony led by Rev Rome Pickens. About 150 guests attended including Dr R M Cunningham and Miss Susie Cunningham of Birmingham and Miss Mam Masterson of Decatur. The bride wore white embroidered satin and a wreath of white roses. The home was flowered and music praised as many gifts, including gold coins, were given.
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Jacob
Rachael
Arthur Pickens
Russell Roberson
Mt. Hope
Rome Pickens
R. M. Cunningham
Susie Cunningham
Birmingham
Mar Masterson
Decatur
Mabell Lakemont
Henry Robinson
Haleyville
Cupid
W.C.B
Good reports from Frank Goodlett raise hopes of his swift return
Frank Goodlett is reported to be improving and expected to return home soon, according to an update from hospital staff and family. The community awaits further details on his condition and recovery timeline.
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Frank Goodlett
Cotton crops rise and promise amid delays across counties
Reports show larger, better cotton yields than last year with blooms in South Alabama though planting lags in the region. Farmers say crops are late but hopeful while talks of crime and liquor enforcement surface as authorities crack down in Birmingham. D L Simrall, a blind tiger at Devatur, fined 100 dollars and sentenced to five months labor. Indictments list 160 liquor dealers in Memphis last week.
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Alabama
D. L. Simrall
Devatur
Birmingham
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Hall
F. J. Chenny & Co
Toledo
Moore
Roberts
Miss Simpson
Hartselle
Our Town
Birmingham Ledger
Tom Evans
Falkville
Mexico
Tobacco Trust
McGee
Athens
Jenny Linn
Nashville
J. M. Sandlin
T. W. McMillan
Moulton Ala
C. C. Smith
Mehama
Rock Spring
J. M. Sandini
O. L. Judy
R. L. Quinn
Hudson Sandlin
A. M. Armor
J. C. Bragg
Chamberlain’s
Chicago
Miss
California
Hawk Burgess
Walter Almon
Rockfeller
Baptist Church
Bro. Huff
Jack Windham
Walter D. Seed
Lawrence County Farmers’ Union
Landersville
Gardner
Samuel
Florence
Frank Griffin
Liberty Hall
E. M. Baker
Houston Ave
Houston
Park Chemical Co
San Antonio
Express
American Phone
Ala
Bank Street
China
EIA II
Aycock
Prie
Wazili.l.gc
Moulton, Ala
ST. Louis, MO
Stephens
Sandliwn’s Drug Store
Memphis
Mr. D. Cz. Goodlett
Decatur and
Negro Baptist College
Courtland
Sheffield
Fletch McKelvey
John K. McBride
Springs
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