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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1906
Page
2
Jourd White and Paul White publishers announce a notice from the Cis Moulton Advertiser. On June 21 issue No. 27, William Richardson seeks Democratic party action for Congress from the 8th District.
Report notes encouraging railroad news from private sources. Comer and Cunningham argued at a crowded platform last week. The gathering ended with the Cunningham faction booing Comer from the stand, a moment the doctor called regrettable but unavoidable.
Readers anticipate a royal welcome as Bryan returns home in August. Speculation grows that he will again secure the Democratic nomination for president and, with revised views on money policy, has a strong chance of winning.
The County Democratic Executive Committee will meet in Moulton next Tuesday to arrange for the August primary and assess candidates to pay expenses. Rules will be adopted and election officers appointed. All candidates should come prepared with funds and ensure everything is fixed up to suit them.
A note from Dr J A B Levett of South Alabama reports success in his campaign for Commissioner of Agriculture and urges voter support. The source omits opponents but praises Levett as a hard worker and competent, worthy of election to a state office. The issue also announces an Honor Roll expansion for subscribers to The Moulton Advertiser, noting possible misprints to be corrected.
A Saturday night shooting in Courtland left William Rumsey dead from a side wound after Fd Terry shot him. Terry, initially discharged by Justice Gilchrist, was later jailed for further investigation and faces a preliminary trial in Courtland. Rumsey, a Mississippi refugee with a family, died after a night of suffering. Also report two shot in the Tennessee river incident and Bates shot by officer Lollar during arrest. A white man was beaten in Landersville with more beatings feared.
A reader from Flat Woods, Moulton Alabama, reports good health, crops still in grass, and plans to visit the new newspaper press. He notes sermons at Mt Zion Church by Rev T L Lowery and Rev Hugh Foster, observes heavy singing with concern about whisky, and laments difficulty hiring labor for farming.
Decatur prepares a big Fourth of July celebration with full particulars to follow next week. Ad dresses will be delivered by J. B. Knox W. B. Bankhead Wm Richardson and A B Lovett. A baseball game between two famous nines and a merchants parade will close with a grand fireworks display. Plan now to attend a glorious day.
Local report notes a misspelled event in Anniston with travel by state officials. The fragment mentions dates in early July and a public program, but details are unclear.
Editors publish local notes from Ditimaus praising health crops and church life. They defend Caddo’s civility and Christian character, reference Revival meetings, and urge sober officials and unified citizenship amid farm successes and political talk. The letter notes measles, Mrs Hayes illness, a sermon to children, and regular services plus schooling.
Union Hill residents report a singing on June 10 with several locals like Miss Junie Beams Emla Beams and Miss Annie Sheets present. Sunday School meets each Sunday at 2 o clock Rev Mr Rivers preaches on the second Sunday. O L Ledbetter of Pocahontus Ala visits relatives here. Prof KE Woods teaches. crops promising after recent rains as school approaches.
Letter from residents in Huntsville Alabama detailing a visit to New York to consult sculptor Charles Pike about a proposed equestrian statue of General Wheeler. Pike will prepare a model and explanatory statement with cost estimate, aiming to exhibit in Huntsville by October 1.
A brief letter by Milton Humes references comments in county papers and Madison County publications. He states intent to mirror editorials and informs committee members in other counties of the Congressional District of his plan to respond. The note is formal and regional in tone, emphasizing intercounty editorial exchange.
A reader notes the Captain Humes letter will be read with interest and asserts that the selection shows good judgment. The remark emphasizes trust in the decision and its thoughtful choice.
A letter to the editor requests space for several local notices and events. It mentions an ice cream supper, a picnic at Hickory Grove in July with sweethearts, and an all day singing event. It notes improvements in crops, recovering sick friends W. B. Young and Gilad, a wedding cake desire, a visit from Mrs. Frank Bennett and son of Sheffield, and aMemorial address by J. G. Harris. It calls on san union and union men to attend and enjoy speaking by Union brothers.
E L Sanderson announces an all day singing at the Sandersville Methodist church on the fourth Sunday in June. Everyone invited to attend with a basket dinner and bringing song books. Local readers urged to join in the community event.
News From Oakville reports farmers knocking away at the grass and crops looking well. Prospects are good for a school this summer. A large picnic is planned for Saturday July 28 with all invited and refreshments provided.
Missive from Jessiton writer Touch me not describes nice farming weather, clean crops, and fruit prospects. He reports a playful squirrel tale, a sick brother, a new doctor Dr John Burch in town, and asks Mr White and Mrs White to visit for green apple pie and fried chicken.
Mr A Young and son Karl traveled to Decatur on business. Miss Martha Crow and friends discussed phone chats. Charley Crow and Minnie Byars visited Shady Grove. Miss Leeper Cowan stayed with Zola and Minnie Byars. All day singing planned at Antioch on the 61st Sunday in July.
The Lawrence County Board of Registrars announces registration sessions at Moulton Court House starting Monday September 24 1906 and continuing for one week. Additional sessions will be held Friday and Saturday preceding the November 1906 election. J Howell W R Harris J Z Smith signatories.
Local readers share small town chatter about Miss Willie Callahan asked about honey calls and Miss Annie Memillon preferences for rides in a new Buggy. Hermon reports a villain has a new buggy. Mr Emmett Callahan escorted his partner Miss Aupha to Sunday singing. Health of the town described as very good. Miss Ida Reader visited Miss Mary Boger Sunday. Frank Memillon and Miss Nettie Cowan visited Mr F A Cowan and family last Sunday.
A reader praises The Moulton Advertiser for advocating sober, upright candidates like Johnston, Weakley, Harris, Hood, and Lovett for state offices. The letter urges selecting clean, competent men, warning against the “yellow dog” ticket and urging the Democratic party to avoid alcohol influenced leaders.
The announcement praises Jos G Smith as a loyal Democrat and ideal Sheriff candidate in Lawrence County. He has voted the Democratic ticket for 54 years and has been a dedicated party worker, urged as worthy of the public confidence and support.
A readable OCR fragment lists candidate names for Alabama statewide offices. It names for U S Senator Jos F Johnston of Birmingham and John B Knox of Anniston. For Governor R M Cunningham and B B Comer of Jefferson. For Lieutenant Governor A B Gray and Emmet O Neal of Florence. For State Auditor Horace Hood of Montgomery. For Rail Road Commissioner H A Skeggs of Decatur and J G Harris of Montgomery. For Secretary of State Frank N Julian of Celbert. For Commissioner of Agriculture J A B Loyett of Culmnas.
Public notices name Montgomery Groenendyke and A Lynne and T Lowx as candidates for State Senate from Lawrence and Morgan Counties subject to Democratic party action. Also declared for Representative seats are C M Sherrod and Joseph Robert Martin, both to run in Lawrence County under party guidance.
A public notice lists James T. Masterson Geo W Jacobs Hilary Waldrop John H Brewer Jas C Cannon and J G Smith as authorized candidates for Sheriff of Lawrence county for the forthcoming election, with references to party action and Democratic primary processes.
Local sellers advertise canned produce including cornpears strawberries cherries pickles and raming at a guaranteed sound quality. Labor costs cited as making preservation cheaper than growing. A separate note mentions a Catholic church organization in Birmingham.
Messrs Jourd White and Son seek admittance again. health is good. Mrs. Parker visited Mrs. Taylor. Mrs. Nannie Stewart and Miss Eatelle Grady share visits. Miss Sallie Gillespie began school at Midway. Miss Kate Berry hosted by Mrs. Berry. Darmer schoolhouse hosted a lovely 5th Sunday singing. Virgie Gillespie visited Maggie Collins. Ruth Taylor stayed with Estelle Grady. Claudie Gillespie recounted a Union Hill Sunday, parasol whipping tale from Ernest Sherrill. Francis Free visited Lillian Parker. Previtt Masterson laughed Sunday. Lewis Waylor and Bro. Will departed with a wagon to fetch enlarged pictures. aim to return soon. Apple blossom from 5. K. Gourdwill asks for a reply. Bro Jones plans marriage after a fine sermon on Christian Education.
Mrs Money Masterson aged 82 has been quietly unwell for several days at the home of her daughter Mrs H B Irwin in this place.
The state of Oklahoma has been admitted to the Union, with the Indian Territory incorporated into its boundaries. This union marks a major expansion of state governance and civil integration for the region.
In Chancery at Moulton Fourth District Northern Chancery Division Henry Burnitt vs Mollie Burnett. It is shown Mollie Burnett’s whereabouts are unknown and she is believed to be twenty one. Publication required in Moulton Advertiser weekly for four weeks to answer by July 16 1906 or thirty days after. a decree pro confesso may be entered. Done at office in Moulton June 9 1906.
In Chancery of Moulton fourth division it is shown the defendant J A Asherbranner is a non resident of Alabama with unknown residence and is believed to be at least twenty one. The notice requires him to answer or demur to the bill by July 16 1906 or a decree pro confesso may be entered. Done at Moulton June 9 1906. D C Goodlette Register. 26 4t.
The writer recalls a peaceful Sunday at Mt Home with Robert and Old Jo. They visited the living water under the bluff and drank from the stream for six to eight hours. R.O. and Lucy Benner arrived from Courtland with refreshments, Mat Graham and others stopped to chat, J.R. Estes offered conversation, and Rev. J. H. Wordsworth preached a fine sermon at the chapel, which the group could not attend.
Coffey and Son advertise a car load of fruit jars at low prices and invite customers to inspect a broad stock before buying elsewhere. They also note a forthcoming arrival of cotton blooms by mail, indicating additional offerings and shopping urgency.
The Board of Pension Examiners for Lawrence County Alabama will open an office in the Moulton Court House on the First Monday in July 1906 for examination of Ex Confederate Soldiers and Widows seeking pensions. Office hours 9 to 4 on weekdays for ten days, then extended as needed. applications must reach Montgomery County State Board before the Second Monday in August 1906. D. Goodlett J. H. Irwin B P BE L C
The 1906 Book of Assessment for Lawrence County is in the Probate Judge’s office for taxpayers to inspect. The Board of Revenue will convene at Judge Kumpe’s office in Moulton Alabama on July 9, 1906, the second Monday, to audit the Assessor’s Returns and correct any errors found.
In the Fourth District Northern Chancery Division J A Parker and Laura V Parker are urged to answer or demur to the bill of complaint by July 9. The defendants reside in Vienna Johnson County Illinois and are believed to be 21 or older. Publication in the Moulton Advertiser for four consecutive weeks is ordered.
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