Democratic Primary Beat Meetings Set Across Lawrence County
The Democratic Executive Committee for the 8th Congressional District calls beat meetings at voting places in Lawrence County on June 30 1900 at 2 p m to choose delegates for a County Convention in Courtland July 2 1900 and a Congressional Convention in Decatur July 3 1900. Delegates are allocated by beat with specified counts for Hillsboro Town Creek Red Bank Irvine Mt Home Lussier Wolf Spring Lick School House Kinlock Landersville Moulton Mr Spring Oakville Center School House Morris Chapel and other locations. A vote will determine candidate strength for Congress and delegations will be instructed to cast in proportion to beat results.
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Democratic Executive Committee
Lawrence County
Courtland
Decatur
Hillsboro
A. W Bailey
S. D. Brock
John Meacham Wourtland
J R McDonald
J. J. Terry
W. LD. Gilchrist
Town Creek
J. L. Linden
E. Y. McGregor
William Barnes
Red Bank
H. B. Mathews
Mark Lemay
Irvine Houston
Mt. Home
W. C. Hamilton
B. M. Letson
P. W. Whitizy
Lussier
John F. Terry
W. M. Copeland
G W. Bonds
Wolf Spring
W W. NeSmith
Hilary Dawson
Andy Broadfoot
Lick School Touse
Walter Holloman
J. Graves
R . Bunis
Mr. Hope
Z. J. Dukeminier
James Steenson
KR. L. Martin
Judge Richardson Speaks to Large Lawrence County Audience
Judge Richardson of Moulton addressed a packed crowd last Saturday with remarks from Gen Wheeler to Bryan. He praised the ladies, urged unity for the Democrats, defended his record, cited Spanish War issues, and supported Puerto Rico taxation reform and Philippine policy. The speech ended to enthusiastic cheers, securing Richardson’s standing in Lawrence county.
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Richardson
Moulton
Counry
J. ©. Kempe
Judge Richardson
Old Lawrence
Madison
Court House
Gen. Wheeler
Gen Wheeler
Sawtelle
Blackwell
Bryan
Chicago
Kansas City
Porto Rico
United States
Congress
Phillippine Islands
Nicaranga
John T. Morgan
Judge Richardson Speaks to Large Enthusiastic Audience
Judge Wm Richardson spoke today in Richardson at Landersville Janes 100 Mrej D.C. White Montton Ala Dear Sir to a large and enthusiastic audience. His speech was strong and impressive and held the crowd spellbound for an hour and a half. The judge appears largely in the lead at this place.
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Tandersville
Janes
Mrej
D.C. White
Montton
Ala
Wm. Richardson
J. R. Armstrong
Richardson at Mt Hope Speech in June 81th 1900
Judge Richardson filled his appointment to speak at Mt Hope before a large crowd. Introduced by R P Morrison, he discussed Spanish war issues and his repeated candidacy, while Brown spoke on free silver. The audience applauded the instructive address and laughed at his reference to the Blue Back Spelling book.
Hope Nomination Gaining Support Says Brown Declares
A political speech drew praise and added supporters for the Judge. Brown claimed Blackwell and Sawtelle were not in the race while noting strong backing. The author signs off with Yours for success, Mr. Hope Democrat.
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Brown
Blackwell
Sawtelle
Hope Democrat
Dr M A Simmons Liver Medicine Promises Quick Relief
An old advert claims the medicine cures sick headache wind in the stomach biliousness nausea with a few doses. It emphasizes rapid relief and attributes the remedy to Dr M A Simmons.
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M.A. Simmons
Address to State Voters from Alabama Democratic Party
The Democratic Executive Committee in Birmingham issued an address to Alabama voters pledging unity after the Montgomery convention. It advocates honest, economical governance, free public schooling, and a constitutional convention vote, urging broad support for the party ticket led by William Jennings Bryan and supporting the Nicaragua Canal plan. Joan V. Smith, Chairman.
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Democratic Party
Birmingham
Montgomery
Ala
Alabama
The
Union
Commonwealth of Alabama
Friends of
Banquo
Chicago
William Jennings Bryan
Nicaragua Canal
Atlantic
Pacific
United States
Joan V. Smitn
Electric Bitters touted as cure for scrofula and more
Dr D B Cargile of Washita I T reports four bottles of Electric Bitters cured Mrs Brewer of long standing scrofula with severe sores on head and face. The ad claims the remedy purifies blood, treats eczema and ulcers, cleanses liver kidneys and bowels, aids digestion and builds strength. Sold by Windham & Co for 50 cents with guarantee.
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D. B. Cargile
Washita
I. T
Windham & Co
Notice of Tax Assessor Book Inspection 1900 Lawrence County
J C Kompe Judge of Probate announces the Book of Assessment for 1900 is in his office in Moulton for inspection by taxpayers. The Board of Revenue will meet there on the second Monday July 9 1900 to review the assessor's returns and correct any errors found. Two weeks.
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Book of Assessment
Lawrence County
Board of Revenue
Moulton
J.C. Kompe
Pain Balm Restores Erie Man After Hip Strain
In Erie Pennsylvania F A Babcock sprained his left hip while lifting boxes. Initially told a slight strain, it worsened into rheumatism. He tried Chamberlain's Pain Balm after a druggist recommendation and reports full recovery from a half bottle. Windbaum & Co. Druggists sell it.
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Chamberlain
F. A. Babcock
Erie, Pe
Windbaw & Co
Brown runs for Congress in Eighth District race
J E Brown announces candidacy to fill Gen Joseph Wheeler's unexpired term and plans a district canvass subject to Democratic Convention or Primary action. He says he will meet as many voters as possible and may campaign alone or with other candidates.
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Congress
Joseph Wheeler
J. E. Brown
August Flower's Claim to Largest Medicine Sale
Vintage promotional copy extols Green's August Flower as a universal cure for indigestion biliousness and general malaise. It claims historic wide use by mothers and grandmothers, cites rare doctor visits, and urges readers to buy from druggists to guarantee nothing serious is wrong.
Selma Journal voices fear of a statewide band of crooks
The Selma Journal notes a string of violent incidents across Alabama suggesting a possible band of criminals. It cites a Greek fruit stand owner shot in Birmingham, a man shot after handing over money in Anniston, and a Selma resident assaulted, with a stiff hat sparing worse harm, pondering if these events are connected or mere coincidences.
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Selma Journal
Alabama
Birmingham
Anniston
Gove
Selma
Thankful Customer Praises Chamberlain Cough Remedy
Mrs S Doty of Des Moines Iowa expresses gratitude for Chamberlain Cough Remedy noting it eased coughs lung troubles and whooping cough for years. She asks manufacturers to accept heartfelt thanks and mentions Windham Co as local druggists selling the remedy.
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Chamberlain
Government expenses rise under McKinley era
The New York World notes ordinary government costs have climbed by 151 million dollars annually since McKinley took office. War costs are separate, adding about 200 million to the public debt since inauguration. Harrison and Cleveland eras averaged about 360.4 million, while McKinley’s average reached 514.4 million.
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New York World
McKinley
McKiniey
Harrison
Cleveland
Sour Stomach Warns of Bilious Attack Cure Hints
An early symptom of a bilious attack is sour stomach and the remedy suggested is Dr. M.A. Simmons Liver Medicine with a few doses to cure it.
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M.A. Simmons
Smallpox cases by state in the United States
The Philadelphia Press notes the season for smallpox is nearly over and reports at least 25,000 cases in the country since last September. Louisiana leads with 3,130 cases, followed by North Carolina with 840 and Kansas with 820. Ohio 802, Tennessee 605, Minnesota 550, Texas 401, and Georgia 198, with other states reporting smaller totals.
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Philadelphia Press
Louisiana
North Carolina
Kansas
Ohio
Tennessee
Minnesota
Texas
Georgia
Ramon Beats Them All Liver Pills Advertisement
Henry Bissell of Hatton Arkansas extols Ramon's Liver Pills and Ramon's Relief as cures for bilious colic. He claims 27 years in drugs, selling many patent medicines, and asserts Ramon's surpasses all others. He urges every family to try a dose today.
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Ramon
Henry Bissell
Hatton
Arkansas
The White Man's Burden and Philippine War Policy
The piece argues that Gen. MacArthur's dispatches keep the Philippines conflict alive while Otis claimed peace. It notes ongoing troop movements, supply ships, coffins, and money with returning letters of peace, challenging official end dates and predicting a perpetual burden under current administration.
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McArthur
Philippines
Orient
Otis
MacArthur
Chattanonga
Largest Stock at F. T. Browns Court Land
Visit F. T. Browns Court land for the county’s biggest selection and guaranteed prices. Shop early for best choices and deals on a wide range of goods.
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North Alabama
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the Advertiser
D. ©. White, Editor
Moulton, Ala
W. J. Bryan
Nebraska
William J. Samford
Robert Patton McDavid
Charles G. Brown
Sup't
John W. Abercrombies
J. Craig Smith
William H. Mathews
Agriculture
Robert R. Pool
Democratic
David C. Almon
John S. Stephenson
David H. Bracken
Frank T. Neely
John P. Henderson
Albert Brayant
Ss. C. RicKay
Center School House
J.A Haynes
David Smith
Henry Burnett
Morris Chapel
J. A. Bracken
KE. R. Hanes
A. G. Bayne
W.W. T. Lowe
Democratic Campaign Committee
Eighth Congressional District
F. T. Brown
Singer Sewing Machines
B. Hoy Furniture Company
New Decatur
J. O. Robbins
Courtland, Ala
A. W. Bailey
Milner
Aga
Vass Wirth
Bettie
Brill
W. A. McLarty & Son
Dime Box
Tex
Brown Me'g. CO
Greeneville
Tena
Nmouhon
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