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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1907
Page
2
The piece notes 89 Bryan’s tariff stance as a campaign plank and argues railroads boosted prosperity. it also praises an honorary degree for John R. Tyson and questions a salary raise for the chief justice amid the legislature’s actions, urging railroad protection.
A brief item notes the paper reports 1200 subscribers and 7000 readers today. The line records a status update for circulation and audience reach in the current edition.
Mobile reports Hon. H. B. Gray has announced his candidacy for governor with the election three years distant. He endorses the early bird theory, though fatigue may grow before the convention or primary is convened.
The piece argues Taft, Teddy’s candidate, enacts a flat footed tariff revision. It claims Republicans are trying to steal a Democratic plank and will gobble up core principles of the grand old party before the campaign truly begins.
The piece condemns criminals protected by money and notes people will excuse even a horse thief if money flows. It argues that wealth buys indulgence but society should detest both the thieves and those who idolize them. It frames money as a shield that corrupts judgment and invites scrutiny of public values.
International gathering sees Farmers' Union and Southern Cotton Association represented by leading figures. Speakers urge farmers to engage in politics due to bearing of laws on earnings. Call for economic retrenchment, abolition of useless offices, and salary cuts to slash state tax by half, fund roads and school improvements.
In Pittsburg Pennsylvania a recent school graduation saw six young men honored, including a Black student who won the medal and served as valedictorian. The white peers reacted with anger, opposing the achievement on racial lines, a stance the piece condemns as wrong.
A discussion between editors across papers clarifies a misreported poisoning scare linked to cows near Hartsville. The Love family deaths and mineral or weed findings are attributed to a circulating Hartsville special, with local editors noting stock law and grass types as context and correcting the record.
Harry Orchard, a western miner acting as a witness in Idaho, makes a shocking confession about violent methods used years ago to settle miners’ disputes. He claims he was paid to kill 18 prominent men including a governor and several judges and bankers. He also reveals three living wives and predicts possible hangings by law.
Rev T V Neal, once known for a series of fine sermons here, has recently married a lovely young lady in Georgia. The note adds a light jab about his late rising and hair parting habits as a playful aside.
An elderly Mississippian weather observer notes that 1858 resembled 1907 with July planting of corn and cotton yielding fine results, no frost until March 1859, and enormous crops. The comment seems encouraging to farmers.
In Vinemont Alabama on June 6 1907 F P B Fonner writes to Bro White praising readers of The Moulton Advertiser for contributing 435 to the horse fund. He notes 150 will be reported later this quarter, explains church reporting practice, and asks publication to credit contributors and share the good will with Sister Elien and Redeemer’s cause.
Loosier Dear White writes that cotton stands are poor after a second planting, with many plants dying or drying. He notes frightful prospects for a crop this year, fears of near-total failure, but hopes for a strong corn crop to aid farmers. Signed B. T. Terry.
Mrs. W. H. Lynch of Decatur returns home with two orphan children after two weeks in Moxicon on a mission of love. His decision to principle and duty is praised, with a crown of glory described as being prepared for her brow.
The Birmingham Ledger discusses possible cotton crop shortfalls with estimates around 6,000,000 to 8,000,000 bales and potential prices up to 25 cents. The piece argues cotton has driven prosperity, created vast labor demands, and suggests overreliance on cotton money shaped national finance. The author ponders whether reduced cotton would be an overall benefit or harm.
W J Gillett of New Jersey refuses 15000 dollars for a Holstein cow that has become the world champion after a 60 day test. The animal yielded 12 gallons of milk daily, producing 44 pounds of butter from that output. Her daily ration consisted of 94 pounds of premium butter and milk producing feed.
Thieves linked to a large lottery scheme in Mobile were captured last week. 279 800 in proceeds seized and the guilty pled guilty with the minimum penalties. Locally, Moulton society notes Masonic work, weather watch tips for farmers, and community life items amid broader state reports on crime, insanity cases, and social issues.
A Tennessee man convicted of burglary over 30 years ago served four months, escaped, married in North Carolina, later moved through Georgia and Missouri with a large family. His wife died, he remarried, and after years of toil he was returned to prison to finish his term. He says his past was driven by an unfaithful wife and seeks clemency.
A Western minister branded Rockefeller's university in Chicago as a hot bed of infidelity, terms reflecting a long standing critical view of the institution.
About six weeks late, summer time began last Friday and hot weather is expected for three months. A refreshing shower is promised by the Lord to keep us in good humor. Fletch Sandlin sends $2 to Leighton News to extend his date to 1909, says he has a good railroad job out West and seeks three more. Walter Reverson visited Monday and greeted Moulton friends. Lawyer Chenault is making improvements on his residence. Young people rode Sunday evening, hunting springs. Two white men died by their own hand in Montgomery last week. two black men were sentenced to hang for murder. Dr. John Howell reports Mrs. Oliver, mother of three fine boys, all doing well. The proud husband and father should go on the pension roll.
Two seriously ill souls in Moulton occupy readers with a fragile infant and an elderly Mrs. M.S. Prince near 88 battling illness. The piece reflects on providence and suffering while noting the improving condition of a baby from Mr and Mrs George Gillen and the slow approach of rest for the aged mother.
Pin Hook notes health good with mumps rumors. A J Williams will preach at Pin Hook on the third Sunday in June at 11 a.m. singing at 10 with books invited. Walter and Luther Thrasher expected on the third. Tom Waldrop reports cotton throwing off. W J Thrasher has a peach and offers to share. Frank Cheatham’s duck laid 100 eggs but a varmint took it.
A local supplier advertises blank ledgers and office supplies of all kinds available at China Hall in Decatur Alabama. Readers are invited to place orders for delivery if they cannot visit the shop.
Capt Ratliff of Morgan County visited his daughter Mrs Dee Byars last week and extended his influence as one of Alabama's substantial citizens.
The Farmers Union of Lawrence County will convene in delegated form with Town Creek Local at Town Creek Station on Friday June 21 and Saturday June 22 1607 The program lists the opening by President W T White a welcome by J J Dawson and remarks by A D Roberts State Lecturer T B Pemigar P F Parker County Lecturer D French with a public speeches period followed by private business sessions.
Windham and Co urge action over idle talk, saying every man and woman has a chance to improve fortunes. They announce a space in The Moulton Advertiser to share their aims and address the hardworking men and their wind-tanned wives, rather than city-dwellers.
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