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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1912
Page
2
The piece notes local residents object to property confiscation by taxation and reject Gov. O Neal s remarks calling them nullifiers and anarchists. It also mentions a Chicago show with large security and Red Cross presence during the Republican National Convention in session.
The New York World endorses Woodrow Wilson of New Jersey for president while criticizing underlying policy motives. The paper once favored Underwood though, suggesting the shift reflects deeper political strategy over policy.
The piece suggests Hobson has three presidential choices under consideration with Wilson and Bryan noted. It argues against a Bryan Hobson ticket and urges Hobson to stay out of the race, while stating Rich prefers Bryan. The tone is editorial and speculative on political alliances.
A letter from The Moulton Advertiser recounts Jefferson county voters condemning tax hikes and rebuking Governor O Neal for alleged insults. It denounces Prohibition clashes, unlawful licensing of saloons, and a slide from morality to scandal, urging citizens to resist decaying governance and defend God and home.
The piece offers mixed views on Ex Gov Comer speech and Democratic prospects at Baltimore June 26. It notes hostility to railroads and a push for Underwood, hints at rumors of an extra state legislative session, and mentions Morse the ex-bank wrecker returning from federal prison to Italy. It references Taft Roosevelt split, Bryan as possible compromise, and local economic ideas.
The piece recounts a sick man’s frail state and a controversial figure Tom Watson facing federal action for improper mail matter. It mentions religious sentiment toward Catholics and lampoons Watson’s actions, portraying him as erratic and hostile to opponents. The tone is confrontational and critical.
The piece rails at fairs pushing free publicity for profit, denounces sensational schemes, and urges responsible press support. It reviews political figures, court activity, and cultural morals, noting wartime anxieties and social insights while urging truth as a valued diamond.
In Leighton News notes Hon. Melvin Hutson a respected lawyer and Woodman will wed Miss Virginia Gertrude Emens at Trinity. Readers cheer the couple as camps across the land anticipate a bright future. The report also mentions pastor Heflin as Florence District presiding elder successor to Parrish, and Prof. J. J. Pickens finishing school work in Gadsden before summer university study.
Subscriptions for the Boys' Corn club prizes are to be paid to Miss Myrtle Stephenson, secretary treasurer, in Moulton with a full report expected in a couple of weeks. The column notes local visits, church attendance, a Baptist revival, medical updates, graduations, and political maneuvering. It mentions June weather shifts, prohibition events, and various regional happenings in Moulton and nearby towns.
The commentary accuses Gov O Neals newspapers of belittling Comer to shape Alabama opinion. It urges publishing his full Greensboro address for readers to judge its merit, while defending Jefferson County residents from labels like Tax Dodgers anarchists and nullifiers used by O Neal.
The Ten nessean says Roosevelt planned to bolt if he failed to secure the nomination. Supporters accused state primaries of fraud and Indiana convention theft. Roosevelt’s friends claim Taft’s backers committed fraud, and Roosevelt may bolt. Now Taft is said to have a bolt up his sleeve. Who will it be?
Pastor B A Sellers announces his ministry at the Moulton Baptist Church urging all residents to attend services. Prayer meeting Thursday nights Sunday school Sunday mornings preaching on the second and fourth Sundays Young Peoples Meeting Sundays at 8 o clock, inviting community participation.
A reflective piece on aging noting that nobility of activity stems from temperament and health rather than years. It asserts age is about vitality and disposition, not the calendar, with a wry nod to those who remain youthful in spirit.
The item notes successful farming via dynamite in multiple places. Curren Moody of Russellville has vanished after being in Chicago. Mrs H A Stewart and daughters Clara and Ruth plan a ten week Wiscon sin visit. Judge Chitwood of Cuscumbia returned with sister Camilla. Calls to build cement sidewalks and talk to Welch. A Chicago policeman killed a woman and himself. A Gadsden hotel valued at 75 000 dollars burned, run by Loui Hart. Standard Oil Co broken up gasoline up to 17 cents. Robert Orr shot a man near Danville but did not kill him.
A June 8 1912 letter from Joe McKelvy to Mr White in Texas encloses three dollars for W H Godbey of Boyd Route 1 and one dollar for Mrs Ann Srygley of Springtown Route 8 plus one dollar for himself. McKelvy notes all are Lawrence county people and praises the Advertiser. His family is well and he offers best wishes for continued success.
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