Democratic Primary Beat Meetings Set for June 30
The Democratic Executive Committee for the Sth Congressional District calls beat meetings at Lawrence County voting places on June 30 1900 at 2 PM to select delegates for a County Convention and a July 2 1900 Courtland meeting to chooseseven delegates to a Congressional Fede Niger. Delegates allocated by beat include Hillsboro Courtland Town Creek Red Bank Mt Home Lossier Kinlock Oakville Center School House Morris Chapel Moulton Pin Hook Mr Spring Landersville and other precincts with counts ranging from one to fourteen. Delegates will vote at the beat meetings to determine strength of Congressional candidates and instruct county delegates accordingly.
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Democratic Executive Committee
Sth
Lawrence County
Courtland
Decatur
Mr. Hope
J. J. Dukeminier
James Steenson
KR. L. Martin
Kinlock
Nobe Lindaey
Neal Sammons
James Sullivan
Landersville
Pha
Will Gray
W. B. Lee
W. C. Cowan
Moulton
Jerry Holland
Lee Goodlett
M. C. Bragg
Pin Hook
Willis Watkins
Joe Montgomery
W. T Hill
Mr. Spring
W. H. Slayton
John M. McCarty
Henry Smith
Oakville
A. G. Puckett
Albert Brayant
Ss. C. McKay
Center School House
J. A Haynes
David Smith
Hen Try Burnett
Morris Chapel
J. A. Brackeon
F. R. Hanes
A. C. Bayne
Manly reply in Advertiser shows Judge Richardson’s fairness
The issue highlights Judge Richardson’s answer to statements by Hon. W. H. Sawtelle. It notes both men value honesty and fairness even amid memory lapses and political rivalry, with Richardson’s explanation at Leighton seen as upright and conscientious regarding prior remarks and disputes.
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Judge Richardson
Advertiser
W. H. Sawtelle
Mr. Sawtelle
Letter From Judge Richardson
Huntsville Ala June 18 1900 Judge Richardson responds to statements by Hop W H Sawtelle in Colbert County denying an agreement to stay silent during the canvass He says he urged Colbert Democrats to vote for Sawtelle as their first choice and could be second choice if Sawtelle retired before the District Convention noting his good faith and right to advise his party peers.
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Judge Richardson
Huntsville
Ala
D. C. White
Moulton
Lawrence County
Hop. W. H Sawtelle
Colbert County
Mr. Sawtelle
Leighton
Decatur
Sawtelle
Colbert
William Ricielardson
Mr. Brown
Rchardson
Wheeler
Jackson County
Richardson
Madison, Morgan and
Limestone
Wheler
Gen
General Wheeler
Brown
Jude Richardson
Gen. Wheeler
Jackson
Democratic Executive Committee Names Central Officers
The Democratic Executive Committee of Lawrence County met at the courthouse on June 36. Chair man Towe presided and C. M. Sherrod was elected Secretary pro tem. W. T. Lowe was named Chairman of the Central Committee with A. L. Windham J. H. Brewer Moulton, Dr. J. B. McDonald Courtland, and J. T. Smith Town Creek as members. Beat Committees for precincts were appointed. full lists to be published next week.
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Lawrence County
Court House
Towe
C. M. Sherrod
W.T. Lowe
A.L. Windham
J. H. Brewer
Moulton
J. B. McDonald
Courtland
J.T. Smith
Town Creek
Limestone Delegates Soundly Back Richardson
The Athens Courier asserts Limestone supports Judge William Richardson over Hon Jesse Brown in the contest for seven Limestone delegates. It praises Richardson as braver, truer, and better, predicting his assured triumph and urging Limestone democrats to stand with their long trusted candidate.
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Jesse Bk. Brown
Limestone
Wm. Richardson
Billie
Richardson
Mr. Brown
Brown
High Jackson
Athens Courier
Nesmith Named for Representative by County Republicans
The County Republican Executive Committee named James E. Nesmith for Representative alongside R. N Harris Jr. for Sheriff Walter Roberson for Collector W. W. Simmons for Assessor and L. M. Wallace for Treasurer. The writer predicts a strong Democratic thrashing in August, insisting their grace period has ended after thirty years.
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Republican
Courtland
James E. Nesmith
James E. Neesmit
Sherif
R. N Harris, Jr
Walter Roberson
W. W. Simmons
L. M. Wallace
Alabama to settle race problem by constitutional convention
Whilcox Progress notes Alabama will not wait for national action and intends to take a direct approach by convening a constitutional convention to settle the race issue in the state. The piece frames this as a long stride toward settlement.
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Alabama
Whilcox
A Wedding in Birmingham and a Long Family Farewell
A Memphis writer recalls a June wedding between Miss Mary Holland and an unnamed partner in Birmingham. The account highlights the journey from Hartselie to Birmingham, visits with relatives including Mrs. Ellen White, and emotional farewells with gifts and blessings. The narrative ties to broader recollections of family bonds, travel hardships, and gratitude for hospitality.
Friefly Ash Bitters Advertised Across Towns
An old advertising note promotes Friefly Ash Bitters as a remedy for restless energy calling it a, “born tired” era remedy. It lists sellers Windham & Co. Moulton A F Redman & Co. Courtland Houston Bros Town Creek Geo W Jackson Mr Hope F J Smith Concord and others as distributors.
Weather woes in Moulton amid chronic rains
Moulton has faced near daily rainfall for the past month causing crop hardships. The text notes fields suffering for lack of work while weeds and grass outgrow corn and cotton, yet adds a proverb about a hidden blessing.
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Moulton
Richardson Prominence Seeks Unanimous Support for Gen Wheeler Seat
In a heated bid for Congress, speakers urge cooperation among Democrats to back Judge Richardson for Gen Wheeler's seat. They claim strong county support in Madison, Limestone, Lawrence, and Lauderdale, with other counties leaning toward Richardson as the race tightens.
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Blackwell
Brown
Sawtelle
McClellan
Judge Richardson
Gen. Wheeler
Madison
Limestone
Lawrence
Lauderdale
Richardson
Congress
Whoso Rewardeth Evil for Food Quote
A brief proverbs style saying from Solomon warns that those who reward evil with food will face continual misfortune, emphasizing moral consequence.
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Solomon
Dr M A Simmons Liver Medicine cures stomach ills
A brief note claims sick headaches wind on the stomach biliousness and nausea are quickly cured by a few doses of Dr M A Simmons Liver Medicine. The wording mirrors 19th century patent medicine advertising with generic symptom claims and named remedy.
Republicans in Cuba Postal Scheme Turbans McKinley Era
Republican postal officials in Cuba aimed to enrich themselves and ended up embroiling the McKinley administration in controversy.
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Cuba
McKinley
Electric Bitters touted as cure for chronic skin disease
Dr D B Cargile of Washita I I reports four bottles of Electric Bitters cured Mrs Brewer of serofula a long suffered condition with terrible sores on head and face. The claim praises Electric Bitters as the best blood purifier and a supreme remedy for eczema tetter salt rheum ulcers boils and running sores. It stimulates liver kidneys and bowels expels poisons aids digestion builds strength and costs 50 cents at Windham Co. druggists guaranteed.
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D. B. Cargile
Washita
I. I
Serofala
Windham & Co
Notice of 1900 Tax Assessment for Lawrence County
The Book of Assessment for 1900 for Lawrence County is ready for inspection by taxpayers. The Board of Revenue will meet at J.C. Kumpe's office in Moulton on Monday July 9 1900 to examine assessor returns and correct any errors.
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Book of Assessment
Lawrence County
Board of Revenue
Moulton
Aassessor
J.C. Kumpe
Pain Balm Heals Hip Strain Says Eric Patient
F A Babcock of Eric reports a fall injury to his left hip from heavy boxes. Initial slight strain worsened to rheumatism, hindering work. After trying Chamberlain's Pain Balm from Windham & Co., half a 50 cent bottle cured him entirely. he now recommends it to friends.
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Chamberlain
F. A. Babcock
Eric, Ps
Windham & Co
Local Land Sale Ad Invites Buyers to Brown's Court Lot
An advertisement invites customers to Go to F. T. Browns Court land for the largest stock in the county with prices guaranteed. The notice emphasizes variety and value to attract buyers to the display.
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F. T. Brown’s
Courtland
North
Alabama
Truth and Trust Erode When a Man Lies
A rugged remark attributed to Sam Patch questions how one can succeed when he lies at every word. It argues that repeated deception destroys public confidence and even oath credibility.
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Sam Patch
J E Brown Enters Race For Wheeler Seat In Eighth District
J E Brown announces candidacy to fill Gen Joseph Wheeler's unexpired term for Congress in the Eighth District. He will canvass the district and meet voters, with optional alignment to other candidates as determined by the Democratic Convention or Primary and Executive Committee.
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Congress
Joseph Wheeler
J. E. Brown
August Flower Sold Widely for Indigestion and Biliousness
An old advertisement extols Green's August Flower as the largest selling medicine in the civilised world. It claims mothers and grandmothers used it for indigestion biliousness and general malaise. The copy urges a few liquid doses to ease headaches and confirm no serious illness, noting it is sold by all druggists.
Hon Jesse Brown Seeks Election Amid Lines Discussed
In a speech yesterday Hon Jesse Brown passed the ice pitcher to Mr Sawtelle and Mr Blackwell. He said his examination of their lines convinced him they would neither trouble Judge Richardson nor himself. The Huntsville Mercury notes curiosity about Colbert and Morgan gentlemen views on Brown’s election chances.
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Jesse Brown
Sawtelle
Blackwell
Judge Richardson
Colbert and
Morgan
Brown
Huntsville Mercury
Card of Thanks for Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy
Mrs. B Doty of Des Moines Iowa expresses lasting obligations and thanks to the Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy makers for relief in coughs lung troubles and whooping cough. She notes frequent use and satisfaction and credits Windham & Co Druggists as sellers.
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Chamberlain
Doty
Des Moines
Towa
Windham & Co
Sawtelle to Speak at Morris Chapel and Moulton
Hon. W. H. Sawtelle, Democratic congressional candidate, will address Morris Chapel Saturday at 10:00 a m and Moulton the same day at 2:00 p m. Attend this notable young candidate, son of Col bert, for remarks and views.
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W. H. Sawtelle
Congress
Morris’ Chapel
Moulton
Colbert
Sour Stomach Warns of Bilious Attack Cure Promised
An old medical ad cites sour stomach as an early Bilious attack symptom and promotes Dr M A Simmons Liver Medicine as a cure with a few doses claimed to prevent the illness.
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M. A. Simmons
Congress adjourns with stamp tax still in place
Florence Times remarks that Congress has adjourned while the stamp tax remains despite a large treasury surplus. The paper says once Sawtelle, Richardson, Brown, or Blackwell enter Congress, they should remove this relic of the war at once.
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Congress
Treasury
Sawtelle
Judge Richardson
Brown
Blackwell
Florence
Ramon’s Liver Pills and Relief Endorsement
Henry Bissell of Watton Arkansas commends Ramon’s Liver Pills and Ramon's Relief for curing years of bilious colic when doctors failed. He claims decades of experience with cold drugs and patent medicines and notes hundreds of customers testify to the product's superiority and advocates a trial dose for every family.
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Ramon
Henry Bissell
Watton
Arkansas
Prickly Ash Bitters Ad Promises Health Aid
Insure your health in Prickly Ash Bitters. It regulates the system, promotes good appetite, sound sleep and cheerful spirits. Sold by Windham & Co. Moulton, A. F. Redman & Co. Courtland, Houston Bros. Town Creek, Geo. W. Jackson Mt. Hope, F. J. Smith Concord.
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Windham & Co
Moulton
A. F. Redman & Co
Courtland
Houston Bros
Town Creek
Geo. W. Jackson
Mt. Hope
F. J. Smith
Concord
Time for officers chosen by merit not wire pulling
A Taladega News reporter urges public selection of leaders based on dignity and fitness rather than capacity for wire pulling or intimidation, calling for a shift toward merit in public office.
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Taladega News
Robbed the Grave Electric Litters Story
Philadelphia man John Oliver narrates a near death illness. after doctors gave up he used Electric Litters, saw rapid improvement, and credits the remedy with saving his life. Windham & Co's Drug Store offers them for 40 cents.
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John Oliver
Philadelphia
Windham & Co
Roanoke Leader calls for conservative platform and aggressive war
The Roanoke Leader urges Democratic principles to advance rapidly and Bryan's reelection to brighten. It argues for adopting a conservative platform and waging war against the evils of the Republican administration, especially its support of trusts.
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Bryan
Roanoke
Repudiate Imperial Rule and Corporate Power
The Dyersburg Democrat argues the nation must reject imperialism and boss rule, end bank control by national banks, punish the thieves who plunder the people, and destroy corporate power in politics or risk the republic’s demise under Hanna’s rule.
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Hanna
Republic
Dyersburg
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Charles G. Brown
Sup’t of Education
John W. Abercrombie
J. Craig Smith
William H. Mathews
Agriculture
Robert R. Pool
David C. Almon
John S. Stephenson
David H. Bracken
Frank T. Neely
John P. Henderson
W. T. Lowe
Sais
Jourd White
Jourd
Ullman
Wale Raven
Birmingham
Mary Holland
Mary
Bro.g . Crow
J. M. Harrison
Ellen White
Elien
Hartselie
Hutcheson Hotel
J. M. Falkner
L. & N. Road
Eighth Congressional District
Singer Sewing Machines
B.hmoy Furniture Company
New Decatur
Iron Band
J. O. Robbins
Courtland, Ala
Hillsboro
Mitegerm
F. T. Brown
W. A. McLarty & Son
Dime Box
Tex
Brown Mf'u. CO
Greeneville
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