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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1908
Page
3
Arthur Armor has been quite sick for several weeks but is reported better and we hope soon to see him at his post in W. D. Irwin's store. The Southern Shops have been closed at Sheffield leaving many men unemployed.
An 8 step eczema cure promise is offered free by F W Williams of New York with a stamp request. A secret whiskey league of 10 000 oath bound men aims to fight prohibition. Florence pursues a Federal Court while Getcendictates shows smooth progress amid rare indiscretions.
Mrs J P White of Rushboro Pa credits Dr Kings New Discovery with saving her life and easing a lingering cough. The medicine, sold at Windham Co Moulton Ala, comes in 50c and 1.00 bottles with a free trial. Also noted, a winter garden at Liberty Hall provided vegetables, and a fatal shooting of Judge Buchanan occurred when a bullet struck a speeding train in Georgia.
The item extols Hall's Catarrh Cure with a money back claim and lists testimonials, ads for other remedies, local incidents including a Nashville railroad shop closure affecting 500 workers, colorfully notes a leap year message, and reports on crime and local figures in Haleville Moulton and Lander. It mentions a Mexican steamer in Mobile with chewing gum, and a Baptist leader reuniting with a brother after 60 years.
Prominent San Francisco architect Norman R. Coulter endorses Electric Bitters as a universal tonic. He says it promptly corrects stomach liver and kidney disorders and builds up the system. Sold at Windbaw Co's drug store.
An eminent authority promotes a home-made mixture of Fluid Extract Dandelion Compound Kargén and Compound Syrup Saraparilla to treat rheumatism and aid kidney elimination. Readers are urged to obtain ingredients or have the mix prepared, with a Bible verse cited for reassurance. Also notes a Colorado strike involving 1500 railroad workers and a powder mill explosion in India killing four and injuring twenty.
Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup is recommended for moving bowels easing inflammation and for children with a pleasant taste like maple sugar. Sold by Irwin Drug Co. Wees received a wagon load of bond writing feys envelopes cards and other supplies for Moulton. Higher price goods promise satisfaction. 10,000 W. N. books for sale.
A pleasant physic is offered by Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets, mild and gentle yet effective. Windham's drug store provides free samples. Joseph Houston of Town Creek, a top Lawrence county businessman, is appointed to the Court of Revenue to replace the late Preuit and will serve faithfully. Jake Moore of Georgia praises Kodol For Dyspepsia, recounting a 25 lb weight regain after a long indigestion battle. Irwin Drug Co. sells it.
Subscription payment noted with praise from a young reader. Item highlights include Dr. Shoop Pneumonia preventives and a plea for Preventics, claimed safe for feverish children. Domestic tragedy reports two weeks married man and wife died by suicide and poison. Aunt Lin Alexander is recovering from paralysis near town.
An ad touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a cure for croup and colds. It credits Harry Wilson of Waynetown Indiana and notes effectiveness when given at first cough signs. Sold by Windham Moulton Ada and B Gardner Landersville. A separate note reports an unloaded gun incident in Ference, killing someone at Arm stead, with a cautionary remark about Sunday gun safety.
Farmer readers are urged to consult J P Gibson who offers seed corn and feed corn on the most reasonable terms. He welcomes inquiries and invites customers to call on him at once or at their convenience for supplies and details.
Cherokees Alabama February 14 1908 letter from Tennessee Valley Fertilizer Co Florence Alabama reports three fertilizers side by side under cotton yielded best results with King Cotton Grower though other fertilizer higher grade. Also notes benefits of fertilizers under corn and peas. Also mentions Will Hamilton family moving west of town Sheriff Cannon moving to bentiful home East of town Walter Almon family to jail residence Bryan 48 years old acclaimed orator on the American Continent.
Prof H A Howell of Howell's American School Havana Cuba reports that Chamberlains Cough Remedy saved his baby during a severe February cold. He praises its quick relief and the child's full recovery after three days. The ad notes sales by Windham Moulton Als and S E Gardner Landersville Ala.
B F Turrentine of the south east corner announced plans to enter the poultry business leaving a positive impression. The town school closes for the season and children are assigned work. An upcoming millinery opening by Gardner is anticipated. Sahios beatiful.
An advertisement urges strengthening the weak inside nerves to cure stomach digestion issues and heart or kidney weakness without drugs. It claims the Restorative improves stomach nerves, heart pains, and kidney weakness, and invites a sample test to prove its efficacy.
Mr 8 C Wells and Miss Minnie Shaw were recently married in the Turrentine rivalry. Congratulations are extended and best wishes are voiced for their future. Charles Druggers, an Ex Confederate Soldier from Chilton County, claims to be 108 years old.
Lame shoulder relief offered by Chamberlains Pain Balm advertised for Windham Moulton Ala and E Gardner Landersville Ala. Miss Scott of Jackson County visits relatives here. Bro Quinn attended two funerals at Mt Hope and Roberson burial. Town drains closer to the river as friends drift apart.
A Rogersville Alabama resident writes from February 17 1908 praising Ashcraft's Formula by Tennessee Valley Fertilizer Co Florence Alabama. The farmer notes five acres yielded four heavy cotton bales on barren land and wishes continued prosperity to the company.
A trial in which C P Barnett faced an assault with intent to murder charge ended with a $1 verdict overturned by Judge Alman who then demanded $250 or jail. Barnett chose jail, later reassembled court protected property rights, and restarted proceedings amid the adjournment and renewed action.
A fragment from the Florence Herald lists ads for Dr King’s pills with a Windham & Co refund promise, Birmingham skyscraper plans at 1 million dollars each, a Florence boy’s accident on a live wire, Bankhead road talks, a Birmingham Chattanooga train suicide, Kodol stomach remedy, and a remark about chickens becoming affordable for poor people.
Rev F Starbird of East Raymadd Maine touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as a top healer for old army wounds and obstinate sores in veterinary work. Price 25 cents at Windham Co drug store Moulton Ala.
An advertisement touts a croup treatment by Dr Shdop described as a pleasant, safe syrup sold by dealers for 50 cents. Claims quick action in 90 minutes with no vomiting or harsh effects.
W T McAllister was convicted in the Federal Court at Birmingham and sentenced to seven years for raising bills. Mayor Blackwell of New Decatur reports his salary cut from 1000 to 600 per year and claims prohibitions cuts lower crime and expenses. Two policemen have lost their jobs as there is little to do.
A final decision looms on a nationwide issue described as the High Sex digestion in a short time. Mentioned events recount Kentucky Negroes firing into a hack load of wad and various commercial matters. Jack Montgomery painted Low Erwin's new addition described as a diamond among pearls. A Hefiin boy rifled his father’s pockets for 19.50, stole oxen, and traded for a mule.
Thirty years ago a Swiss man deserted his wife and fled to America, where their newborn daughter was raised by a kind butcher who took her in, named her, and helped her enter the hotel business. The father later returned to Switzerland, stayed at the hotel, fell for the now grown woman, and their engagement led to discovery of their blood tie when she recognized jewelry. He vanished after a check appeared authentic, ending the tale with a mysterious disappearance.
Spring and Summer goods are in stock with complete lines. Elegant fabrics and solid colors and stripes suit all occasions and will be sold remarkably cheap. Ladies especially urged to view the display.
The line proclaims unmatched selection with celebrated brands and a fit for everybody. It highlights extensive men’s clothing stock and confident assurance of fitting all customers.
We will not waste space in noting our shoe department but it stands out in the store as a thing of beauty and a joy for ever.
A brief public notice invites readers to take groceries available for immediate use and to spread the word to neighbors. The message emphasizes sharing rather than stockpiling and encourages community reach.
A seller asserts that quality drives their business claiming to provide the best drugs available at all times. The statement emphasizes premium selection and superior standards in every offering.
Funeral goods dealer promotes coffins and burial supplies with sober message about death and final fate, emphasizing availability of necessary items for funerals.
Windham and Co promote their yard of farm machinery dated March 16, 1908 in Moulton. The notice invites customers to view improved tools they handle, claiming they are money makers and thanking friends for past favors.
Stop look and hurry to the great GIGANTIC SALE starting March 28 for 15 days. The owner returns from the Eastern Markets with the finest and largest stock ever in the store. New lines of drygoods nations ribbons laces and embroideries for spring and summer will be shown in the largest quantity and swellest kind.
A local clothing vendor promotes the Walk Right Shoe for men and women. The store highlights 40 styles including patent leather and kid options in tan black and brown. Emphasizes value and fashion with a focus on affordable, stylish footwear.
Free showing of newly arrived ladies and misses hats plus elbow gloves and mitts in all colors ready for Spring and Summer.
A local retailer announces a 15 Days Sale starting March 28 and lasting for 15 days. Customers are urged to visit early for best selections and discounts during the promotion period.
Dr W B Witherspoon states the Huntsville cee will hold sessions at Westminister Church on April 7 9. Thursday’s program lists Rev Rome Pickens leading the devotional exercises.
Brief sale notice offers waive notes in bundles of 25 and 50. The seller states willingness to supply to their people and sets prices at 15 cents and 5 cents.
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