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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1907
Page
3
F W Williams of 400 Manhattan Avenue New York promotes a free trial cure for eczema salt rheum erysipelas piles and skin diseases. Instant relief claimed. Readers urged to enclose a stamp for the offer.
The piece encourages farmers to plant corn in mid July, believing it will mature and yield well on well prepared land. It argues for trying the approach to determine what can be achieved, noting farmers only know their potential by trying.
An advertisement touts Botanic Blood Balm as a universal purifier curing blood diseases, skin conditions, cancer, and more. It claims to heal sores and rashes, relieve pains, and purify blood, with a free sample offer from Blood Balm Co in Atlanta, urging chronic cases to try it after other remedies fail.
A letter from farmers notes six week lag in work but optimism remains. Capt Kidd of Hatton sends kind words that lift local spirits as the community sticks to finishing tasks before starting new ones.
Dallas man Mr E W Goodioe of 107 St Louis St says the pills relieve malaria and biliousness without griping. He reports trying the laxative over the past year and finds it unusually effective. Available at Windham & Co drug store for 26 cents.
A farmer letter notes the value of potatoes for winter provisions. It mentions sweet potatoes, bread, shelter, meat, and clothing as essentials for poor farmers, and encourages growing ample potatoes for the season. The writer observes media credit practices and urges practical self sufficiency.
Uncle Jess Hill gave Bro. Crocket Goodlette an eagle, which sang until it landed in his pocket. He praises the Alabama paper and urges readers to work their crops and hustle, stressing corn before cotton and urging practical effort.
State of Ohio Toledo lucas county Frank J Cheney senior partner of F J Cheney Co swears firm will pay one hundred dollars for each catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure Hall's Catarrh Cure taken internally acts on blood and mucous surfaces Send for testimonials free F J Cheney Co Toledo O Sold by druggists 75c Also local weather and pantry notes indicating rainless showers and blackberry pies appearing and a farmer facing debts reflecting on credit for meat and corn
The text urges every man to self manage minor injuries and illnesses using Chamberlain's Remedies. It lists five preparations including Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, Cough Remedy, Pain Balm, Stomach and Liver Tablets, and Salve, sold for $1.25 per bottle total by Windham & Co. Moulton and S. E. Gardner Laudersyville.
A rural speaker envisions alfalfa patches covering eight to ten acres per farmer to reduce corn feeding and ease hard labor. A robust stand on eight acres could sustain 25 cattle through winter and allow spring pasturing.
An advertisement offers free samples of Dr Shoop's Restorative and a book on Dyspepsia Heart or Kidneys. It argues stomach nerves control digestion and that treating symptoms ignores root causes. Claims relief for bloating bad breath and complexion. Lists Windham Co Moulton and J T Smith Town Creek as sellers.
Quinn and Ab Roberts visited Decatur last week to have special lumber cut for a palace project. T. M. Wilson from near Landersville visited and raised his date to 1908 by gifting a pair of eagles, to the editor, with thanks for his kind words.
A Cedar Grove Maine resident credits Eletric Bitters with curing long standing liver and kidney troubles after trying other remedies. The testimonial claims one bottle helped and three bottles completed the cure, with Windham & Co. selling the guaranteed stomach liver and kidney remedy at 65 cents.
Frank Scruggs interviewed local medicine men last week and left them supplies to aid illness. Jim Lipscomb from Austinville arrived in Moulton to replace Ernst Armor in the BellPLone service, who has resigned.
An old newspaper-style advertisement promises free trial packages of Dr Shoop's Headache Tablets. It claims the tablets relieve headaches and toothaches by reducing blood congestion and unnatural blood pressure, directed to Dr Shoop in Racine Wisconsin and sold by Windham & Co and others.
A prominent lower valley citizen warns there will not be enough cotton to sustain one gun run for two months. Despite widespread warehouse construction and reports of strong crops across the nation, total cotton production is not expected to exceed about 8 million bales this year.
In Fehora Tennessee C V Pepper laid bedridden with hemorrhages of lungs and throat Doctors offered no hope before taking Dr Kings New Discovery He improved quickly The coughing eased the bleeding diminished and in three weeks he could work A guaranteed cure for coughs and colds 50c and 1 at Windham & Co Drug Store Trial bottle free
A Georgia farmer explains he earns more in bad years than good because he keeps moving, grows large crops, and sells at high prices. He notes anyone can yield well in a good year, but a bustler can secure a strong crop amid hard times when prices rise while others struggle.
Get a free sample of Dr Shoop Health Coffee imitation designed for stomach sensitive users. It matches real coffee flavors using toasted grains and malts with nuts. Sold by Windham & Co. Moulton and J. T. Smith Town Creek.
Miss Cilla Harris after time with Mrs M C Freeman at this place has returned to her home near Mt Hope. She is an excellent young lady and our people will miss her in their social circles. We hope to see her back soon. Mr and Mrs D C Goodlette visited Harteelle last week.
Joan Garret of North Mill North Carolina reports a stubborn sore healed after using Bucklen's Arnica Salve. The druggist Wyndham & Co. guarantees the product, priced at 85 cents.
The Presbyterian minister Reverend Frank Martin was horse-whipped and run out of a Kentucky town for an intimate relation with another man's wife. He previously lived in Sheffield and left there for the same reason. Several interesting letters are printed on the paper's first page.
In urging calm when the telephone system falters, readers are advised not to blame or threaten the central office staff. The note emphasizes that the operators do their best under strain and may themselves join the central office workforce someday.
If you want a good Ice Cream Freezer the Washington 18 it will freeze cream in three minutes. Send your orders to the China Hall Decatur Ala.
A grim report warns that rusting rails cost lives as rotten steel products flood roads and yards. Officials say accidents rise and workers suffer from unsafe practices amid industry profits. Public safety groups call for stricter inspections and accountability.
Tonight advertisement touts Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver pills promising a pleasant laxative effect and stomach cleansing. Price 25 cents with free samples at Windham & Co. Moulton and S. E. Gardner Landersville.
The Jefferson grand jury returned 856 true bills. Jim Tanksley was sent to the asylum at Tuscaloosa last week for insanity treatment. A Jefferson movement seeks to place all county officers on salaries instead of fees.
The notice urges immediate medical attention for a child’s first bowel looseness and recommends Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy followed by castor oil. Sold by Windham & Co. Moulton and S. E. Gardner, Lanceraville.
The fragment mocks Japan against the United States and notes many graduates are redheaded, urging civic pride without falsehoods about town or country.
Piles retreat rapidly with Dr Shoop s Magic Ointment sold by Windham & Co Moulton and J I Smith in nickel capped glass jars priced at 60 cents. The preparation is claimed to be specific for piles and to work reliably, even removing painful or protruding forms.
A Tuscumbia merchant spent 35 dollars in a week on advertising and in eight days sold 2 million dollars worth of goods, proving the value of ads. The statement that advertising doesn’t pay is dismissed as old fashioned and doomed to fail.
A lady customer suffered with tetter for 2 or 3 years hindering her household duties. One box of Chamberlains Salve cured her. Chamberlains medicines give splendid satisfaction in the Almond Alabama community. For sale by Windham & Co Moulter and S E Gardner Landersville.
A man rose 1300 feet in a balloon before a crowd of 25,000 in Italy and landed with a heavy thud. A bolt of lightning struck his ship and mired him. A national temperance wave grows as Old Tanglefoot is finally ousted, signaling a Millennial hope.
The sender thanks Hon S Tl Wert of Decatur for a fine picture of Tol Jake Verner. The snapshot was taken long ago on his way to Courtland and stirs many pleasant memories of the past.
The text notes 300 divorces in Lawrence County over two years and 200,000 state total, suggesting a moral reckoning. It criticizes those who remarried, claiming they face judgment for their conduct, describing the issue as widespread and morally charged.
We cordially invite everyone to a Red Hill picnic on July 4 with well filled baskets and a variety of refreshments. A string band will provide music while the hosts promise good behavior and comfortable arrangements. Special invitation extended to Editor and Sheriff J W Crow.
Obituary notes the passing of Uncle Tandy Crayton, described as a steady, honorable leader known to the community for 30 years. The tribute praises his faithful conduct, punctuality, and gratitude, urging African American readers to emulate his unwavering example.
The community records the death of Virgil Byars who passed away last Thursday morning at his home nearby. He leaves a wife, two young children, his parents, and several brothers, and the town extends condolences. He was a steadfast citizen and known for his long life in the area. May his soul rest in peace.
The crowd consisted of wagon loads of people especially children. Last Thursday was an occasion with a pleasant day. A large dinner was spread at 1 pm and refreshments included ice cold lemonade. The throng favored a return trip before summer ends.
The paper invites local participation in a Fourth of July celebration tied to a contest for a wife. It calls for attendance at Moutton, pledging to support a proper celebration and offers PRICKLY Ash Ulivers as a liver and bowel cleanser sold by Irwin Drug Co.
Quinn preached two sermons to strong audiences Sunday. Charlie Green returns to the streets after weeks with fever. Walter Coffey recovers after mumps and ailments. Ernst Kumpe played for Courtland against Florence. Courtland lost. Mary White, Mabel Sandlin, and Addie Masterson visited Courtland last Friday and returned Sunday. An ad touts PxICKLy AsH BiTters to cure upset stomachs. Irwin Drug Co. sells them.
Senior Editor covered the Farmers' Union gathering at Town Creek last Friday and Saturday, noting a pleasant and profitable session. Jim Crow suffers a badly swollen hand from removing a scar formed by a pimple, hoping for a quick cure. Widespread illness spreads as doctors stay busy, and the community seeks reliable medical care.
An old advertisement claims Pricey Ass Birrixs ensure vigor and regularity in vital organs. It urges readers to buy from Irwitl Drug Co as a health product during all seasons.
Thomas Windham shows signs of recovery after four months laid up. Friends hope he regains strength soon and returns to public life. Dr John Irwin reports his father 4 B Irwin improving rapidly since moving to Kinlock. Mrs Iwin and Price, staying with him, are also said to be improving.
Friday June 28 1907 at 7 30 pm sermon by J J Stockton. Saturday June 29 1907 at 9 30 am prayer and praise by Marion Hitt 10 am organization 10 15 am how to enlist all churches in contributing to Christ by R T Wear 11 am evangelism sermon by Rev F C David 1 pm church ordinances by Rev Jos Shackelford 2 pm who is responsible for low spiritual conditions by J J Sawyer and J D McClannahan 3 pm support of the pastor by J C Tidwell and J A Eaves 7 30 pm sermon by W J Briscoe.
9 30 am Sunday School Mass meeting led by Jourd White and J W Montgomery with brief talk by H A McClellan Howard Irwin and Buck White. 11 am Sermon Missions by J L Quinn 1 30 pm Prayer and Praise service R L Coffey 2 pm Sermon Christian Stewardship by J E Weaver. A general discussion invited after each opening speech. Let all come prepared to participate. COMMITTEE.
A Sunday school rally will be held at Rock Springs on the fifth Sunday in June 1907 starting 10 a.m. with devotional exercises by O. L. Judy and a welcome address by Miss Bar nistine Roberson. Highlights include recitations by Lucile Jackson and Earline Roberson, songs by the Congregation, and temperance lectures by R. T. Wear and R. Whitman. An afternoon program continues with devotions by Wheeler Smith, more recitations by Earline Roberson, Rebecca Pickens, and Julia Morrison, plus general discussion led by Brethren Robertson, R. L. Quinn and Rome Pickens. Committee: G. W. Morrison, C. G. Richeson, J. T. Howell. Also notes Grover Cleveland’s illness and Kentucky Republicans nominating A. E. Wilson for Governor with Roosevelt/Taft expected as national ticket choices.
Madames Henry Kumpe and Joe Kumpe who had visited Judge Kumpe's family for a week have returned to Leighton.
A Holiness gathering will begin at Hillsboro next Sunday and continue two weeks or longer. A cordial invitation is extended to all, and attendees are urged to come with praying hearts.
Dr. B. T. Ethredge and R. S. Owen of Town Creek spent part of Monday in our town. In a conversation with Dr. Ethredge we were glad to hear him standing up for morality and temperance along the line.
The notice expresses concern for Uncle Josh Blankenship’s serious illness in the hills south of Moulton. It also congratulates Solicitor Almon on the birth of another daughter and praises Dave, noting the world grows brighter.
Local showers touch various areas and crops show mixed progress with cotton half crop estimates. Graveside decorations for Dr J S Houston postponed to July first. Katydid letter unpub due to no name. Fred Stewart to art school plans return for future picture work. Farmers Union praised as country’s bone and sinew. Lawyer Chenault in lower valley on business. Sympathy offered to Harry Pfaff on his mother’s death.
At the regular meeting Mou ton Lodge No 6 elected officers including A L Windham as W M C J Jody S W W A Moses J W Jackson Windham Treasure N G Delashaw Sect J A Walker S D Ty BH Irwin J D B O Masterton Tyler noted for the post.
Mrs F D Gibson and Mrs H J Delashaw visited Courtland last week accompanied by Mr Pelham Delashaw as they traveled to Decatur where Miss Addie Masterson has secured a stenographer position.
A vintage ad offers blank book ledgers and office supplies at China Hall in Devcatur Alabama. It invites customers to place orders by mail if they cannot visit in person, promising to fill them.
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