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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1914
Page
2
The description highlights a male figure whose ears may be longer and voice louder than some men. Despite this, he shows patient perseverance and a solid pull, delivering a fine sermon in every performance.
A reflective line noting that excessive generosity can backfire and urging judgment by outcomes. The statement uses a tree and fruit metaphor to express caution about benevolence without merit or restraint.
A reflection on how sour fortunes persist despite effort to sweeten them as some chase wealth believing money can cure hardship. The passage notes skepticism about money as a universal remedy and contrasts prudence with greed.
The Birmingham Ledger notes the anxious bench as a real revival practice. It is less common today but persists in old fashioned revivals where individuals on the bench await the revival’s end. They then have an anxious meeting, are exhorted, prayed over, and brought to repentance.
The phrase "Why should the spirit of mortal be proud" is posed as a perennial riddle with no definitive answer, provoking ongoing reflection on life, virtue, and human fate. The fragment suggests a literary meditation without identifying author or source.
A reflective note urges prayer during drought to seek divine wisdom and deepen love faith and a pure heart for better understanding and guidance in hardships.
It is stated with authority that female mosquitoes are more dangerous than males, a claim that may extend to other insects as well as animals and humans.
A wave of commentary notes many women now insist on removing the word obey from the nuptial rite. observers wonder what further changes may follow in church and social practice.
The writer rails against complaint and laments the end of wheezy phonographs in Moulton after Bryan's cross of gold speech and a stock of old songs. A silver lining note emerges praising progress and gratitude for change.
A retrospective note recalls John D. Rockefeller once earned three dollars weekly in a grocery, decades later describing him as the globe's wealthiest man, now bald headed with no fun left in his soul.
Reports claim steps are underway to remove the president's remaining daughter from the White House but she denies the charge with a smile near tears. The first family’s domestic situation is noted as a crowning success for the Wilson administration.
Opinion contrasts pests noting the fly attacks in daylight, while bed bugs and mosquitoes operate at night with bloodshed implied. The piece casts the fly as less harmful behaviorally, highlighting moral comparisons among insects.
A man with an insatiable appetite for political gains appears unsettled as several patriots remain eager for an invitation to the political table. The scene depicts anxious public figures seeking a place at the counter.
The piece notes fish stories from Big Nance and West Flint about creeks dropping a foot due to trout. It defends Frank Goodrett and Bill Nat Almon, states they would not be guilty of such indiscretion, and calls the reports exaggerated.
A quip from the Toledo Blade notes the change in leisure as the old fashioned man abandons Sunday rest for automobile travel now that he owns a car. The remark frames rapid modern travel as a new luxury enjoyed by the once slow-paced figure.
Illinois veteran Uncle Joe Cannon, age 78, announces plans to run again for Congress. He emphasizes staying engaged, presenting a steady, personable image as he pursues public service once more.
The request asks Harvey Pickens to divide up Spanish Mexican names and send them back while patrolling on a United States warship. The note reflects wartime need for naming or code usage among sailors.
After building railroads or establishing industrial enterprises, some men gain fame by wealth or business acumen. Yet only hard steady work creates lasting wealth, with Rockefeller famed for money and Edison for inventive contribution, each burning the midnight oil and remaining closely tied to their work.
A bright white metal awning stretches across the office front serving three purposes. It protects patrons from sun and rain on busy days, provides shelter for loafers, and offers storage for bundles. Dr. Sanders may also use it as a refuge for his saddle horse or automobile in bad weather.
Cattle raisers in Jefferson county have resolved to eradicate the cattle tick, urging other counties to follow suit and end the blight that has affected Lawrence and surrounding areas for too long.
A fashionable wife argues an ideal husband is mild and endlessly accommodating. She questions why a self-respecting woman would want such a docile, constant caregiver when the partnership could demand more from both.
The daily papers show four women charged with murdering their husbands and children across the country. Their portraits are grouped in half tone, not clearly “bad women.” Executions or hangs were planned for later next month, but time may be extended and sentences likely commuted to life. One poisoned her husband and three children to marry a farm hand. another killed the Old Man in his sleep to claim his money for kin. the other two acted to end their homes.
The paper carries Mr James T Bar Clay’s corrected typographical errors from Philosophy of the Ransom and notes a second piece on Sowing and Reaping which is declined. It urges correspondents to submit such letters to church papers or non denominational religious journals and warns of endless debate.
About 3,000,000 babies under one year die annually in the country, predominantly due to neglect and lack of proper care and attention.
Miss Emma Simms stayed in Moulton as guest of Rev. Rome Pickens. Lucian Sandlin lost spectacles at Sandersville Christian Church. Uncle Martin Goldin is gravely ill near Moulton with little chance of recovery. A negro named Joe Lile was jailed in Hillsboro for suspected arson after burning Lean der Terry's barn. Northport Alabama suffered a $60,000 fire in its business district. Mrs Clyde Cockran and daughter Pansy Blossom Cockran visited from Teague and will attend Mt Hope Fourth of July picnic with the Moulton Concert Band.
A set of letters from Courtland residents including A S Grant and R K Terry addressing Mr B B Comer of Birmingham Ala. The writers express consolation after what they describe as an overwhelming defeat and celebrate the end of ongoing efforts with a note of relief. Residents signed include W Hokett Geo sgn N Sanderson H D Bynum Jr J W Horton and others.
In a June 18 1914 letter Editor Mr Comer defends his record in Lawrence County and Tennessee Valley high schools rural school gains and affordable rail freight. He cites Governor driven improvements at Moulton Leighton and Athens and argues tax policy aided schools and public welfare amid political dispute with Mr Wann Courtland associates.
A Mr B. B. Comer letter expresses deep grief that Courtland and Lawrence County residents, including Mr Wann and associates, feel compelled to launch an assault. The missive condemns the action and seeks justice, underscoring financial support to accomplish these aims.
The alfalfa weevil has made its appearance in the western states and hay growers report extensive damage. Farmers cite increased pest activity and reduced yields as the pest spreads, prompting calls for monitoring and control measures.
An Indiana reader praises the Echo and Advertiser for its moral tone and editorial approach. The letter applauds the paper’s restraint with personalities and highlights discussion of scripture and temperance themes. Additional notes mention Rev. J O Colley preaching temperance in Alabama, a critique of Robert E Lee’s West Point dismissal, a cotton bloom report from Moulton, and widespread cotton weed and flood conditions in North Alabama with farming advice to plant more corn and preserve stock feed.
Mrs H Whimsically smiles and says she got a pointer from your article on the key Note of Happiness, a reprint.
A lawn swing will add comfort and happiness to your family. Will find them for sale by Stephenson and Alexander.
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