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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1911
Page
4
A saloon advertises “One hundred boys for new customers are wanted at once” amid grim lines about deaths in jails, chain gangs, and poor houses. It mocks reform, claims whiskey brings peace, and urges boys to join, promising protection and profit if they start. It also references riots and legislative pushback against whiskey.
A Nevada newspaper note asks correspondents to mail letters Monday evening to allow processing without crowding. Tuesday is needed to prepare, and a large batch Wednesday morning may delay print. Readers are advised to call or use wireless if important news arises between Monday and Wednesday.
A Wilmore Kentucky farmer recalls being given up by doctors and family for dropsy in 1902. After taking Dr Miles Heart Remedy he recovered enough to work on his farm, praising its tonic effect on heart nerves and muscles. The advertisement notes money back if the first bottle fails and lists Miles Medical Co. as the maker.
Some women argue that if women could court, more marriages and happiness would follow. They say women have the right of way every four years but hesitate to take the lead, avoiding the decisive moment.
A historical critique warned that Alabama faces financial ruin with $700,000 due July 1 and only $800,000 on hand. It blames Prohibition repeal costs, salaries raised to control political factions, and costly legistation backed by Col. O Neall, depicting liquor as a harsh tax on the state and its people. The piece denounces the drink trade and urges a moral, sober path.
The text urges that dishonest gain is the heaviest loss and that a good example has persuasive force. It stresses doing over talking, the law of right and love solving problems, helping a weak brother, and showing Christ through deeds. It champions patient cheerfulness as proof of grace sufficient in trials.
The notice highlights that stealing a watermelon is now larceny, a point meant to aid farmers and gardeners. It also juxtaposes the average life of statesmen at 71 years with the saying that the good die young, presenting a contrast in common wisdom.
Alignment between a newspaper’s age and its advertising pull is argued. A publication’s credibility comes from stable, decades long circulation and trusted readership. Merchants should place ads where readers repeatedly see them, not in transient outlets.
An advertisement touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a universal cure for indigestion and stomach trouble. It cites testimonials from T Worthy of Forsythe Georgia and Rudy Kasner of Moline Illinois, offering free samples by mailing address to Dr. Caldwell.
Warning by the ad claims Foley's Kidney Pills will cure backache correct urinary irregularities build up worn tissues remove excess uric acid causing rheumatism Prevent Bright's Disease and Diabetes restore health and strength Refuse substitutes.
The document lists local government officers including Chancellor, circuit judge, probate judge, solicitor, circuit clerk, sheriff, tax officers, surveyor, county court judge, solicitor, revenue board members, and district warden. It also provides church denominations with pastors, Sunday schools, and conventions, plus court calendars, educational duties, and numerous Masonic and fraternal lodge entries with meeting times and officers.
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