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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1900
Page
3
Fragment from a 1900 paper notes Democrats seeking independence in Kansas by four, plus odds and ends about travel and a Decatur China Hall ad. Mentions Little Early Risers pills, Milam death in Moulton, Pecatur sales pitch, and Decatur Witch Hazel Salve from A and Co.
A garbled local mention notes a visit by the elegant Dr W T McDaniel in Decatur Alabama last week. An Ina Hall lamp sale offers lamps at 98 cents to 1.50, with vase and parlor lamps advertised. Miller and Newton Hamilton are cited in the scattered text amid lamp section copy. DeWitts Witch Hazel is referenced as a great salve with claims of healing piles.
Din offers low prices on dinnerware with a white set for 495 dollars and a decorated set for 5.85 dollars at the China store in Decatur Alabama.
Aweekend note recalls Bill Seamans visiting, mentioning sale items at the China Hall. Plates sets 30c, cups 30c, white bow ties 65c, glass lamp chimneys 8d, burners 20c, knives 48c. The Advertiser promises further details on the deals to be found there.
A fragment notes Inute Cough Cure as a wonderful safe medicine for summer coughs and colds. It mentions W. W. Marion of Wis Windham & Co and Walter D. Seed, candidate for treasurer, visiting or giving a call.
Fragmented ad style item notes Bek of Queensware and Glassware at China Hall Ala and a dental work absence in West End Key native Dirt Poseyville Ind touts One Cough Cure Windham Co. MecKelvy among friends Little Early Risers Alfred Heinze Quincy praised for digestion and bowel relief United States Porto Ricans policy critique McKinley warned by Chicago News.
J Koontz of Pa endorses a remedy labeled One Minute Cure claiming permanent relief from winter bronchitis and various throat and lung troubles. The ad asserts rapid cures for coughs croup asthma grippe and throat issues and promotes the product as a children's remedy from Wind Co.
Advertises a diverse stock from New Decatura to generic lumber and boarding including ceiling, flooring, rigs, doors, sash, and blinds. Promotes low prices and urges readers to give him a trial for cheap purchases in the area.
The ad touts Berlain's Pain Balm for rheumatism sprains cuts burns and swellings with claims of rapid relief and a one cent trial price. It promises full bottle warranty and notes court docket expectations with criminal docket heavy and civil docket light opening tomorrow.
At the bride’s mother’s residence five miles east of Moulton on Sunday February 25 1900 J W Young married Miss M S Danielson Esquire F A Cowan officiating The ceremony was at 11 o’clock and a large crowd witnessed it Afterwards the couple and guests visited Dr J Young’s home for a sumptuous dinner Blessings were hoped for them and a happy journey ahead. W A Moles.
An energetic sober man is sought for a manager position to open a branch office in the locality. Respond by referencing this paper. Contact A. T. Morris Cincinnati. Illustrated Catalogue Acts postage. 7-6w.
A devastating blaze in Decatur at 3 o'clock this morning destroyed or damaged a large block of stores including Kinney Bros hardware and several groceries, dry goods, and clothing shops. An explosion from a keg of powder caused widespread destruction and injuries to Mrs Nesbit, Joe Barker, and Slaughter Banks. Insurance covered much of the loss.
A. R. De Fluent editor of the Jour nal in Doylestown Ohio recounts chronic rheumatism in his right shoulder and side. He says Chamberlain's Pain Balm gave almost immediate relief and has been his constant companion since. Sold by Windham & Co Druggists.
Mrs Catherine M Bankhead wife of Capt W S Bankhead died at her home in Courtland Monday morning and was buried Wednesday at Bonnie Doon. She was a prominent North Alabama woman known for Christian faith and teaching. She was mother of Geo M Garth and Mrs R M DuBose and sister of John A Gilchrist. Courtland Enterprise extends sympathy to the bereaved relatives.
E C Payne, a lumber dealer in New Decatur, sells timber supplies to local customers. The brief notice notes his business activity and location for potential buyers.
Floyd B. Robinson formerly of Hillsboro died at home in Macon Georgia last week. He was a big hearted clever gentleman and leaves a brother Bud Robinson and many friends in the county. The community extends heartfelt condolence.
An advertising notice touts Buecklen’s Arm ea Salve as the best cure for burns and minor injuries. It claims rapid pain relief and healing for old sores, fever sores, ulcers, boils, fel ons, corns, and skin eruptions. Sold by Windham & Co Druggists for 25 cents a box with a cure guaranteed.
Mrs Vida Reaves formerly Vida Benner wins a decree of divorce from M W Reaves and restoration of her maiden name Vida Benner by Chancellor Simpson. The notice notes her as an estimable lady and wishes cordiality for future nuptials.
Mrs F E Watson of Aiken Alabama tests Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy after two doctors halted hope. One 25 cent bottle and five doses cured her chronic diarrhoea, Windham and Co druggists sell it.
Miss Cora Almon daughter of Hon H G Almon of near Moulton travels to Louisville to study millinery in the classic halls of Kentucky's famed city on the Ohio. The visit aims for pleasant and profitable outcomes for her modest scholarly pursuit.
A vintage ad claims That Thobbing Headache may quickly leave you using King's New Life Pills. It touts cures for Sick and Nervous Headaches, blood and nerve strength, and general health. Sold by Windham & Co. Druggists for 2c with a money back guarantee.
Authorized notice announces David C. Almson Jam es O D Sway and S Gripson as candidates for the Alabama Legislature Lower House from Lawrence County in the August 1900 election subject to Democratic party action.
We are authorized to announce Rob ert P Morrison as a candidate for Sheriff of Lawrence county at the August election in 1900 subject to the action of the Democratic party. We are authorized to announce Geo W Jacobs as a candidate for Sheriff of Lawrence county. We are authorized to announce Joan S Stephenson as a candidate for Sheriff of Lawrence county at the August election in 1900 subject to the action of the Democratic party. We are authorized to announce R H Ellis as a candidate for Sheriff of Lawrence county at the August election in 1900 subject to the action of the Democratic party. We are authorized to announce Jas T Smith a candidate for Sheriff of In 1990.
We are authorized to announce FRANK T. MEELY, candidate for Tax Assessor of Lawrence County at the August election 1900, subject to Democratic party action. Also announcing WILLIAM W. ALEXANDER, candidate for Tax Assessor at the August election 1900, subject to Democratic action, and WILLIAM S. GRAY in the same race.
LIAM W NESMITH runs in the August 1900 election for Tax Collector of Lawrence County subject to Democratic party action. Houpparp Bracken seeks the August 1960 election under Democratic party rules. LIN M Carvaro also fields as a Lawrence County Tax Collector candidate, with party action pending.
Authorized notice names JOHN P HENDERSON and A BEATY as candidates for Treasurer of Lawrence County in the August 1900 election, subject to the action of the election authorities.
Lieut W W Fiscus of the 19th United States Infantry is to wed Miss Annie Wheeler at an early date. Annie Wheeler is praised as a noble woman and noted for her service with Red Cross sisters of mercy in the Porto Rico and Philippine campaigns.
Mr R P Olivia of Barcelona spends winters at Aiken S C and credits Electric Bitters as a cure for back head pains and general weakness. The ad touts the medicine as liver and kidney remedy and a blood purifier, selling for 50 cents at Windham & Co. Other notes mention Ed Irwin visiting Russellville, Judge Moody and George Almon ill, and smallpox reported at Courtland and Tuscumbia along the M and C K line with a caution to the public.
The Sunny South monthly publication from Atlanta Ga presents a February 36 page issue with color covers and a frontispiece praised as artistic. It features the choicest southern literature by leading authors and offers sample copies free. subscriptions are $1.00 yearly or $1.75 when bundled with the Moulton Advertiser. Requests to Sunny South Atlanta Ga and to D C White Moulton Ala.
Mr Geo W Jackson of Mr Hope was there several days this week on legal business. Always glad to meet George Jackson.
An old question and answer extols Green's August Flower as a universal remedy for indigestion biliousness and general malaise. It claims mothers and grandmothers relied on it, with doctors scarce, to cleanse the system regulate the liver and improve nervous and organic action.
News of John H. Ligon who lives four miles out on the Mt Hope road is noted with wishes for a speedy recovery. The brief notice expresses concern for the friend’s health and hopes for improvement.
John Berry of Loganton Pa says doctors failed, one minute cure and three bottles healed pneumonia and whooping cough in his family. He calls it harmless with immediate results, relieving coughs colds croup and throat and lung troubles and preventing consumption. Windham & Co endorses it.
Chancery Court with Hon. W H Simpson presiding met at week start. Docket was reported very light, with few cases on the docket and no major matters before the court.
A fragment notes an ad for Kodol Dyspepsia Cure claiming it digests what you eat while a lumber trade scene is mentioned. The readable text shows product promotion alongside industry context without further details or dates.
Prof. C. B. Roberson, our County Superintendent, is gravely ill and cannot attend the next teachers pay day. The community extends deepest sympathies to him and his family during this distressing time.
G W Wade settles through September 1 1900 for 50 cents covering three copies for Lawrence county offices to 1901. W G Milam pays to March 1900 three dollars. D B Lester pays to April 1900 one dollar. S T McMillan pays to May 1900 one dollar.
A reader shares a courteous note from Monday praising Rev. G. W. Thrasher of near Mountain Home as a good man preacher and citizen.
A letter from D.5. Mearkle praises Chamberlains Cough Remedy for home use to treat colds and avoid doctor visits, claiming it never fails to cure and noting Windham Co. druggists sell it. The notice also extends sympathies to Captain Bailey and wife of Hillsboro who are reportedly ill and hoped to recover soon.
Friendly update notes Ed McDonald is steadily improving with early recovery prospects seen as cheering to friends and neighbors.
Philadelphia man Jotn Oliver recounts a near fatal illness with yellow skin and fatigue. After three doctors gave up, a friend urged Electric Bitters, which restored his health after three weeks. He credits the remedy with saving his life and warns others to try it. Sold for 40 cents at Windham & Co's Drug Store.
Advertisements priced at 1.00 per inch for first insertion and 0.50 per inch for later insertions under three months. Obituaries 0.10 per line. Local notices and offices 0.10 per line. State and District candidates 10.00. County offices 0.85. All ads due after first insertion. Personal ads may double. County officials listed include Chancellor W H Simpson and others such as Circuit Judge H C Speake and Sheriff Walter Roberson.
Regular communications of Moulton Lodge No. 8 A F and A M held on the fourth Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. W M H G Almon serves as secretary N G Delashaw is listed as a contact for the lodge.
CourtYand Chapter No 25 Royal Arch Masons hold monthly meetings on the second Tuesday. B Porter serves as High Priest and W T Simmons as Secretary at the stated gatherings.
Arria Lodge No 110 Knights of Pythias invites members to join Friday evenings at 8 o clock at Castle Trail Moulton Walter Stephenson C C J M Sandlin K of R and 8S listed as officers and contact points for the fraternal lodge meeting details
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