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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1908
Page
2
The Moulton Advertiser backs democratic principles while supporting William Richardson of Madison County for Congress. The paper endorses truth justice and mercy as guiding ideals in the district race.
The piece notes no delegates from Panama, Cuba, or the Philippines to Chicago and Denver conventions. It urges support for Judge Richardson at the upcoming primary next Monday, praising his qualities and urging an X against his name.
The piece laments possible imminent conflict with Japan or another major power. It criticizes the late Johnson movement in Alabama and warns that a Bryan loss in Denver could provoke trouble in the camp.
The Moulton Advertiser says it has no favorites in the primary but will speak for and support the Democratic nominees regardless. It warns that we may lose every man next Monday but will save them all in November.
The primary race closes as a cordial Democratic family affair no tricks or bickering reported among candidates or supporters. It is described as a manly, high plain contest with no belt-striking or petty disputes.
The document presents a complete registered vote list for Lawrence County compiled by the Probate Office for the upcoming Primary on May 18 1908. It names town pairs and vote tallies such as Mt Home Wheeler 37 Wolf Lick and Mt Hope Kinlock 171 plus other districts like Moulton Landersville 266 Pin Hook Mt Springs 108 Oakville Hampton 170 Morris Chapel Caddo 80 Center Shiloh 50 and notes about Democratic voters and county officers. It recalls Democratic loyalty and condemns Republican misrule and past racial injustices in the county.
For years Hon. John W. Tomlinson has led the Bryan forces in Alabama. A whirlwind campaign by Johnson men threatens to unseat him as a delegate to the Denver convention. The piece urges a vote for Tomlinson to be elected as a state at large delegate.
Walter J Nesbit is urged as a Democrat Elector candidate for the district in the upcoming Monday primary. The plea praises his clean record and calls Bryan support strong in Lawrence County, urging voters to cast their X next Monday and spread the word.
Several hundred delegates attended the Republican State Convention in Birmingham last week. The Thompson set claimed regular organization status and passed resolutions endorsing Roosevelt and praising Taft while the band played the national air. Hon. G. C. Chenault returned with strengthened political faith amid harmonious proceedings.
Remember Monday to vote for William Jennings Bryan for President. Delegates and electors named, including John W. Tomlinson and J A Rountree. Congressional and state posts listed with commissioners and railroad roles. County ticket undecided until party guidance next Monday.
A large audience at a mass meeting last Saturday witnessed a fledgling third party effort. The ticket lists J D L Byars for superintendent, W R Coffey for tax collector, Harry Weatherwax for tax assessor, John 8 Howell for treasurer, W L White for court of revenue, J W Terry, J T Burch, R C Montgomery with party labels P D R. The chair and secretary are L E Stubbs and P H Leigh respectively. T J Burch’s name was used without consent. he remains a Democrat.
Lawrence county voters urged to back John A. Lusk of Marshall county for Associate Justice. The letter praises his independence from trusts and corporations, notes his North Alabama roots, and cites his Senate record and stance on reform measures. Campaign chaired by John H. Carter. May 11, 1908 Guntersville Alabama.
Citizens of Morgan County urge voters to back Senator John A. Lusk for Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, praising his qualifications and worthiness for the high court role.
A group including S. E. Stewart and others from Hartselle urges support for Senator Lesk in the upcoming primary. They praise his honesty, ability, and temperance record, while noting some policy differences with Mr. Tusk. The endorsement cites Gov. Comer and The Moulton Advertiser alignment on the temperance issue.
The Lawrence county high school project moved to Moulton but must increase cost from five thousand to four thousand dollars. The community vows to persist, calling for sacrifice and appeals to secure the county school for all residents while praising Hon. J. C. Kumpe for securing the site. In a separate note, Chicago reports 13 murder victims linked to a woman running a matrimonial ad and 23 missing persons.
A letter from R. C Montgomery of Landersville and another from T J Buren in Moulton state they do not want nomination or entry into political office. They thank supporters and urge others to take their place, noting reluctance to serve.
The Lawrence County Rural Letter Carriers Association will meet in Moulton on Decoration Day at 10 a m All members are requested to be present. All carriers and substitutes of Lawrence and adjoining counties not members are invited to attend. The Farmers Union of Lawrence and adjoining counties are also invited to join. J T Porter, Pres. O E B Allison, Sec. Bs
A plan to distribute premiums this summer or fall promises about 200 dollars in value. The items include two high grade sewing machines and a pair of Jersey animals a two year old male and an 18 month old female. Additional premiums may be added as the plan unfolds and notices will be shared next week.
In a letter to the Moulton Advertiser Democrat signers disavow the mass meeting call as a ploy to destroy their party. Bro B M Waldrop of Town Creek questions the plan and warns of political defeat in November while others flee the effort and lament party jeopardy.
Miss Lassie Roberts has left copies of The Youth's Companion for local boys and girls. Visit The Moulton Advertiser office to read them and return for others to peruse. The weekly issues contain instructive articles on proper subjects.
Dear Sir announces a Memorial Service at Old Friendship Church Graveyard on May 30 1908 also an all day singing at Caddo on the third Sunday in May invites all classes to bring books and a little dinner and join in singing God’s praise D M Thrasher expresses best wishes as always
Dr. Fennell of Landersville with Ses Martin and F. M. Steenson of Mt Hope were in town on Monday.
The column shares community news from Camp Spring including illness prayers for Bro. Elkin, Bynum’s loss, and Bachelor appeals to the Union. It notes Rev W M Neely’s upcoming General Assembly duty, visiting locals from nearby communities, and a long remembrance of Hickory Grove services. It also mentions Judge Richardeen’s primary support, a story by Williamson and Echols, Mrs. Lee Goodlett’s illness, and local religious tensions with Catholics and Baptists.
After three weeks on the road between New York and Moulton the handsome New Paper Cutter arrived last Saturday. Uncle Jack Windham sent it down and the machine was brought safely to town. It cuts a sheet 30 inches wide and works well. We thank the gentlemen who assisted in unloading it and invite them to call on us if they need a mountain removed.
Frank Hurst went west last fall and is back now. He pledges he will not be lured away again. Friends extend a cordial welcome. His remarks about Texas may serve as a warning to other wandering souls.
Joe Silvely praises our cyclone article and eyes the Golden City. Geo P Sapp advertises corn for sale while W J Porter buys lumber in New Decatur. Mrs Rep Lowe visits from Decatur, southerly lineage noted. Small storms reported nationwide. fires in New York and New Orleans. Sulphur water found at depth for Dr Tom Irwin. Three million Methodists in the United States and rising.
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