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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1908
Page
5
The Moulton Alabama newspaper The Moulton Advertiser notes a large and growing circulation as of May 12 1908. It highlights expanding readership and regional presence in the May issue.
A postal card reading meet me at the depot sold for 9 dollars at a New York public auction. Skyscraper campaign hats will be worn by women this season despite protests, as milliners decide.
Advertisement offers a positive cure for eczema salt rheum erysipelas piles and skin diseases at no charge to the afflicted. Relief promised instantly from F W Williams 400 Manhattan Avenue New York. Send stamp.
In England, Henry Baxendald declined a 150000 bequest left by his father to return to the Plymouth Brethren, choosing instead his loyalty to a simple life fraternity he had joined.
Advertisement asserts deafness stems from inflammation of the Eustachian tube and c design remedies. It offers $100 for any catarrh related deafness cure by Hall's Catarrh Cure and promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation, with Toledo based F J Cheney & Co. as manufacturers and 75 cent druggist price.
A man in the East finished a patch work quilt of eleven thousand seven hundred sixty pieces. It is to be sent as a present to Congress to aid those who can pass a financial measure of relief. Blind tigers have largely disappeared from the area, but one is heard to crop up now and then.
An ad from Spirit Lake Iowa touts Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as the best option for constipation. It claims pleasant effect and price at 25 cents with free samples. Sold by Windham Moulton in Alabama and E Gardner Landersville Alabama.
An advertisement warns that many chest pains are stomach related and promotes Kohol and Kodol as remedies. It claims 400 houses burned in Cuba and 4,500 people left homeless as context. Irwin Drug Co. distributes the products.
The piece extols the role of churches schools and newspapers as country pillars. It notes May promises water supply and farmers report enough rainfall to aid crops.
Tired nerves and low ambition in spring are said to reverse within 48 hours with Dr Shoop's Restorative. The ad claims it strengthens nerves, boosts appetite, aids digestion, and renews energy and vigor. sold by all dealers.
J A Roberson, our accommodating carrier on rural route four, has begun bringing in new subscribers. Send in your names with or without money and the newspaper will be mailed for one year. We thank Jim for his kindness.
Omega Ohio store owner E Humphrey and telegraph company president credits Dr Kings New Discovery with reaching the cough spot and aiding throat and lung issues. Sold at Windham & Co and drug stores with a trial bottle free. 50c and 1.00.
Well known contractors have been awarded the contract for building the proposed Jewish temple in Sheffield. The temple will be at the corner of Eight street and Atlanta avenue, constructed of stone and brick, with seating for 200. Completion is set for August 1. The congregation comprises Jewish residents of the tri-cities.
Mr Thos Stenton of Pontypool Ont testifies after eight years of rheumatic pains he found relief with Chamberlins Pain Balm last summer. He recommends the liniment to others. Available from Windham Moulton Ala and 8 E Gardner Landersville Ala.
A brief note reports Dow Free in town asking about goober peas. The writer hopes he finds a bushel and sends some next fall, urging readers that it is not too late to plant more corn and ensure ample hogs next season.
An advertisement extols Kodol as the only remedy that fully digests all foods and promptly relieves indigestion. It emphasizes that the product acts directly on the stomach by digesting consumed food and is easy to take, sold by Irwin Drug Co.
A reader recalls two old time revivals held in the town with mourner benches and crowded aisles. The note mentions a late Albertsville storm lifting a 10,000 pound oil tank containing 18,000 gallons and moving it a half mile without spilling any oil.
An advertisement touts Dr Shoop's Pink Pain Tablets as a universal pain stopper in 20 minutes. It claims the tablets divert blood pressure from pain centers to relieve pain instantly and lists 20 tablets for 25 cents sold by dealers.
Heavy rain and a touch of frost slow harvest prospects, keeping cotton about a few points higher. Analysts warn value could dip if weather improves. meanwhile better roads are praised as essential for farmers' fortunes and efficiency.
The article asserts climate affects disease with fevers at high elevations and malaria at lower levels. It promotes Electric Bitters as the remedy for lassitude malaria jaundice biliousness fever ague and debility, calling it an alterative and blood purifier. Sold with guarantee at Windham & Co's and all drug stores for 50c.
A wry observation notes a widower seeks escape from home where he is not known and hints that a cautious woman with a strong life insurance stance could become a merry widow in time. The quip plays on social norms and insurance as safeguards.
Fred Harahan a leading Portsmouth Va druggist says for six years he has sold and recommended Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. He notes it is reliable and earns steady custom, despite other profitable rivals. Sold by Windham Moulton Ala 8. E. Gerdner Landersville Ala.
Judge Hundley will hold a special term of the Federal Court at Huntsville beginning June 29 without a jury. Prof. Richeson will close his school at Mt Hope on May 15.
Mr. John Riha of Vining Indiana reports strong sales of DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills for about a year. He says they give perfect satisfaction in every case and many locals have used them with fine results, sold by Irwin Drug Co.
Congressmen Hobson is described as a patient young man who will not seek a presidential nomination until 1912, signaling an extended timeline for his political plans and future campaigns.
An advertisement offers a small trial box by mail to prove the product works for swollen painful bleeding or itching piles. It directs readers to address Dr. Shoop in Racine Wisconsin and notes a large jar priced at 50 cents.
Citizens discuss upcoming picnics as organizers prepare concise, attractive notices. The public chatter highlights plans, dates, and locations, with emphasis on community enjoyment and efficient print deadlines.
Charles F. Budahn of Tracy California credits Bucklen’s Arnica Salve with curing years of itching piles after two 5 cent boxes. He says the luckiest day of his life was buying the remedy. Sold under guarantee at Windham & Co and all drug stores.
A Chicago woman was granted her sixth divorce and will retain her surname. The remark about using the name for bait suggests local wit about branding or marketing. Milliners are encouraged to consider selling hats by the square yard to increase profits.
A farmyard tale links sharing with human nature and notes readers praising Chambr ians cough remedy. Letters from relieved users urge others to try the product. It is advertised as sold by Windhan Moulton Ala and 8. E. Gardner Landesville Ala.
A passage contrasts James Lawrence’s doomed motto with Roosevelt’s winning mindset. It lauds a leader who remains confident tomorrow will shine, even amid today’s clouds, and urges seeking such steadfast character in public figures.
When a baby or child is cross and you are worried Cascasweet offers quick quieting relief. The bottle lists plain ingredients and it contains no opiates. Sold by Irwin Drug Co.
In Indiana two youths posted switches at their father’s door with a taunting note promising trouble if tobacco was raised that year. The father confronted them, tied switches to their trousers, and ordered a sunrise meeting in the barn. He lifted their shirt tails, revealing the planned punishment as he prepared to strike.
Advertisement touts Book No. 4 For Women with Dr Shoop's Night Cure suppositories. Claims soothing antiseptic relief for women not well and offers strictly confidential medical advice. Free book available. Night Cure sold by all dealers through Dr Shoop Racine Wisconsin.
The Decatur District Methodist Conference is now in session at Cullman. Bros. Goodlett and Foust will likely represent the Moulton charge. Mrs. Bettie Almon has visited relatives in Russellville.
R G Stewart of Cedar View Mississippi claims buyers receive gold weight value with each box of Dr King’s New Life Pills. The product, sold under guarantee at Windham & Co and all drug stores, costs 25 cents.
A terse note claims an expected prize of 10 000 dollars next Monday by not betting on the election. Separately Congress has allocated 250 000 dollars to storm victims nationwide.
Insist on DeWitt's Witch Travel Salve the original for healing soothing and cooling relief especially for piles. Substitutes exist but only the original is recommended and available through Irwin Drug Co.
Georgia peaches have arrived in Birmingham selling at five cents each, nearly matching strawberries at ten cents per saucer.
Cham berlain's Salve advertised as a general healing salve for burns chapped hands sores and sore nipples. It claims instant pain relief and scarless healing unless burns are very severe. Price 25 cents. Sold by Windham Moulton Ala and S E Gardner Landersville Ala.
Reports from South Alabama note cotton blooms in the fields while corn sells at one dollar per bushel in short measure and light weight conditions.
DeWitt's Little Early Risers are small safe and gentle pills sold by Irwin Drug Co. The ad promotes a remedy described as reliable and easy to take, targeting readers seeking quiet, early morning relief and a dependable health aid.
A promotional note touts an ink solution as easy to wipe out dull times. It claims trust by asking A. Bernstein about advertising, and mentions Frank Hurst returning from Texas vowing to stay.
J A Bilbro of this city announces his candidacy for Associate Justice. He previously ran two years ago and nearly won. Endorsements, familiar presence, and high esteem here support his bid. He is a man of legal ability, a ready writer, devoted to good citizenship and impartial judicial temperament.
Sherman Mississippi May 2 1908 a letter to The Advertiser from a reader in Sherman praises the Alabama paper and asks for space for weekly housewife letters. The writer notes rain turning sunny health fairs and Sam Nichols busy in his blacksmith shop hoping for more Alabama reader responses and signing off sincerely.
The Danville area reports good health overall with Old Grand ma McDowell noted as ill but improving. Mr. and Mrs. Tompson of Hartselle visit relatives. A singing at Templeton School House on the 3rd Sunday is canceled. Little Lassie Penn visits Miss Gracie Adcock in Hartselle. Decorations at Mt Vernon on the 2nd Sunday promise sermons, singing and a pleasant time. Dan Dutton, organ agent, conducts extensive local business. Bunion and Erby Templeton attend Hickory Grove decorations and report enjoyment. G. W. Dutton of Danville seen here recently. Mrs. Nelson and Mrs Martin travel to Hartselle to visit relatives. Signed Sunshine.
A sender from Prospect writes of rough weather and slow farming but good health. They note Mr John Bynum’s misfortune and express hope for recovery. The letter mentions preaching on Sunday night and urges local readers to remain faithful, closing with a hope to see the piece in print next week and possibly visit Sunbeam.
R F D No 3 T M Wilson requests to be excused from serving as an inspector at Loosier Beat No 2%. He asks readers of the paper to publish the note. Dated April 4 1908 in Town Creek Alabama.
The Moulton Epworth League met at Mrs. J. A. Roberson’s home with most officers present to report. Delegates elected to the State Convention in Birmingham are Delia Downing Ola Kumpe and E P Lynch. A mission study class was formed under Mrs. Roberson to undertake an exhaustive study of missions for participant benefit.
The piece extols learning life’s real lessons through personal experience over copied beliefs. It notes books offer insights from others’ lives, yet divine comfort and mercy come only by enduring one’s own painful paths.
John Bynum of Hickory Grove lost his barn and contents to a lightning fire. A mule was killed and Bynum was severely shocked by the same stroke. Neighbors aided quickly, providing a new stable and corn for the coming crop.
Notice urges former subscribers in the Cole area to send their names for a new star mail route via Leola. They seek at least 200 names and offer a year free, hoping Uncle Sam may extend the arrangement. Also notes amendments to J. A. Haynes war history and various local items from Birmingham, Kentucky, and Indiana, with mentions of crimes and personal news.
A new bank will be established in Montgomery with a paid up capital of 500000 dollars. The report notes the city’s growing financial activity and mentions the plan alongside local commentary on climate and everyday life.
Hettie Green is described as the est woman in the word yet she has never owned a telephone. The odd typo suggests a misprint. The remark invites a lighthearted correction and congratulations for her claimed distinction.
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