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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1916
Page
3
A call to snap from apathy and break the chains of idle living. The piece urges readers to discard wasted routines and reclaim purposeful action, warning that time itself is wasted by indolence. The tone is exhortatory and urgent.
A reflective meditation on responsibility to the needy, urging concrete good deeds as a path to virtue. It cites Billy Sunday criticizing Chicago and warns against neglect, while noting fears of germs from kissing through screens. The piece blends moral exhortation with social critique.
Mrs Pankhurst has adopted fifty war babies, perhaps finding no more laudable use for part of her money.
Production reaches about 1800 talking machines daily, with two units needed to respond to inquiries posed by certain listeners.
About 500 acres are planted in cucumbers in Covington County with pickle factories offering 50 cents per bushel. The note highlights farm mortgage burdens totaling three billion dollars and yearly interest, alongside political pressure involving Game and Fish Warden John Henry Wallace who is said to be boosted for governor by liquor interests.
Report notes President Roosevelt is laid up for repairs but remains fully clothed in a shirt as he undergoes treatment. The image caption underscores his ongoing recovery while staying watchful of public appearances.
A vintage ad urges readers to say Have a slice of watermelon while advertising BLACK OSTOMACIHI and LIVER TABLETS for sale by Moulton Drug Co Ady J 11.
Byars Liver Pills are advertised as a liver tonic. A customer, J P Delashaw of Moulton Route 4, reports a thorough trial and high regard for their mild, non gripe formula and recommends them. Sold by Moulton Drug Co for 26 cents.
The Lawrence County Singing Convention will be held at Antioch Church seven miles east of Moulton on Saturday and Sunday July 8 and 6. The Banner contest will be on let everybody come and bring song books.
E W Archer of Caldwell Ohio writes that his family has used Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for years and always keep it on hand. He notes they take it on extended visits and finds it obtainable everywhere.
A remarked quip observes that a woman wearing six dollar shoes eight times before discarding them reflects having more money than judgment. The comment implies misplaced finances rather than a measured wardrobe choice.
A battered observation notes that nearly every street view shows a woman with a broad grin. The remark implies a cultural trend or lighthearted moment captured in public life, suggesting a pervasive cheerful vibe in daily surroundings.
In June the focus is on health and vitality with Foley Kidney Pills claimed to revive kidney function and ease aches and pains. The message from Sandlin Drug Co urges readers to be well and strong, suggesting a remedy for rheumatism lumbago and related discomfort. The tone mirrors vintage health advertisement language.
S B Osteen of Moulton Alabama announces arrival of a shipment of 14 by 20 convex picture frames and assorted picture moulding. He offers to craft picture frames of any size and notes he is still producing the best photographs available.
The Montgomery Advertiser notes Senator Bankhead’s good roads bill, detailing federal allocations for 1917 to 1921 and Alabama’s annual shares. It emphasizes state control over routes and work, with approval needed from the Secretary of Agriculture, contingent on cooperation in funding.
Mrs. C. E Riley of Lilian New York reports six months of relief from indigestion using Chamberlain's Tablets and endorses their effectiveness. The remedy is advertised as obtainable everywhere.
Program outlines a district Sunday School convention on June 25 at 10:00 am with Devotional Service by Rev. R L Coffey and lessons by M M Crow. Afternoon session includes prayer service, discussions on class organization and attendance, and plans to improve S S teaching. Local choir to provide music. district representation urged before July county gathering.
Indigestion quickly develops sick headache biliousness bloating sour stomach gas on stomach and bad breath. If you have any of these symptoms take a Foley Cathartic Tablet this evening and you will feel better in the morning. Sandlin Drug Co.
The Decatur district conference adopted a resolution praising Rev. Ira F. Hawkins, presiding elder, for decades of service. The note lauds his kindness, vision, zeal, and leadership, wishing him success in his new field and vowing continued support for him and his family. Signed by R I Walston, M Patillo, S Nelson.
When you have a cold give it attention avoid exposure and eat well while starting Dr King's New Discovery. It contains pine tar antiseptic oils and balsams and is slightly laxative. The cough syrup eases coughing soothes the throat and bronchial tubes and helps clear your head. A standard family remedy in use over four years. Sold at druggists and available at offices.
Two teachers from LaFayette Lula and Novie Almon have gone home near Moulton for the vacation. For sale a five passenger touring car in fine condition. Will sell at a bargain. B. W. Lile Trinity Alabama.
A vintage advertisement argues calomel makes you sick and salivates, offering Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe, pleasant tasting substitute. It promises morning recovery, non gagging, and a money back guarantee if the liver isn’t cleaned and bowels reset by the next day.
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