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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1908
Page
3
The newspaper asserts a commitment to democratic principles and nominees while opposing fallacies and fanaticism. It promotes truth and justice as core values guiding its political stance.
The ticket lists Democratic nominees for county and local offices including Congressional Nominee William Richardson of Madison county Superintendent of Education M H Craig Tax Collector D H Bracken Tax Assessor W C Hamilton Treasurer J M Sandlin and members of the Court of Revenue in four districts namely nw district E B Harris iw district Rome Pickens sw district Jack Windham and the unnamed district candidate J Hames.
A short Tripod Sermon from The Moulton Advertiser warns that retribution fell upon liars and deceivers. It emphasizes that those who betray for gain will pay dearly, with a moral pledge of enduring consequences. The note previews more discourses to come in the historic paper.
A county physician urges action on road improvements. He notes winter deaths due to mud hindering medical access and contrasts local opposition to a road bond with the need to educate and agitate until decisive measures are taken.
In the defeat of Senator Lusk for Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, the piece argues it shows Gov. B. B. Coomer’s waning power and influence, suggesting he should read the handwriting on the wall.
The present Congress has appropriated 1 billion dollars for public enterprises with an estimated 90 million dollar deficiency. Bryan travels with detectives to guard him from threats in cities as radicals threaten his safety. Bob Taylor’s maiden Senate speech excoriates Tariff policy, drawing sharp Republican reactions.
The speaker notes Bryan’s continuing national reach and cites his nomination and election as nearly certain. It condemns those who cannot accept the outcome, describing opposition as pathetic and futile in the face of inevitable victory.
A brief note extols the Democratic Party for its historical contributions and public service, emphasizing its enduring influence and legacy in governance and reform.
The Montgomery Advertiser reprints concise Tripod Sermons questioning the value of wealth gained by digging for money. It notes contrasting yearnings between rural laborers under summer heat and city clerks in suffocating offices, suggesting happiness depends on perspective beyond work conditions.
The County Democratic Executive Committee met in Moulton last Saturday, counted primary ballots, and announced the highest vote receivers as nominees. A double clerks’ tally counted both tickets with no objections. Winners express confidence in Democratic governance and unity for the November election.
A county convention reaffirmed the present County Democratic Executive Committee with authority to fill vacancies by removal or death. The meeting adjourned confident of an old time Democratic victory in November. W. J. Lee served as Chair and W. H. Smith as Secretary.
The issue lists the honored Democratic nominees for Congress and County seats chosen at the Primary. The paper lauds their honesty, industry, and potential to lead to victory in November, urging enthusiastic support and predicting great victories for Lawrence County.
The Moulton Advertiser forecast Bryan’s statewide victory by a large margin. The race for Associate Justice sees nominees Alston Bilboro and Simpson to be decided by the official count. Lusk is out and Governor Conner faces a crushing setback in the eyes of observers.
Medical scientists claim earthquakes will cure indigestion and dyspepsia. They advise taking the remedy three times daily before or after meals, shaking well, and if the bottle breaks to call at Windham's for a full supply. No cure, no pay, no questions asked.
A Philadelphia couple prepares for marriage as Mise Brouislawa Machezewsy and John T. Smith announce their plans. The bride, noted for her distinctive name, embraces a traditional surname for the union.
The new party in Lawrence County is regarded as unlikely to harm itself or the country, offering a safer political option and potential stability as it gathers momentum and support.
Readers note unusually little Spring poetry this year, blaming the drop on poor readings and bad weather. The reflection hints at a broader cultural lull amid wet, cold conditions and scarce verse amid editorial cuts.
The text asks if it is not constitutional to act against good cause, a garbled query likely about legality and governance. It presents no clear facts, names, or events to summarize as a news item.
A severe railway crash in Belgium has resulted in 75 deaths and numerous injuries. The disaster dominates the news with continued investigations and relief efforts underway. A forthcoming ghost story by Drain and a contribution from Mias Even Wilson are also promised in the next issue.
The report notes signs of Americanization and Christianization amid rising taxation and public unrest. It observes 12,000 doctors in session in Chicago yet none discern the nation’s ailment, reflecting broad confusion and concern over the country’s direction.
Mt Hope Alabama in May 1808 notes school out and election talk ended. Miss Varyine Neely and Miss Winnie Neely leave town and Miss Kate Emens goes to Trinity. Pupils with yearly average above 70 percent named in primary and higher grades. Bro Quinn delivers sermons at court house. Local notes mention whiskey dispensary closure and a solar eclipse forthcoming.
An editorial urges continued fundraising for a centrally located county high school in Alabama to expand access to education. It argues the plan benefits farmers and their families, enabling local students to finish their schooling at manageable cost while remaining at home.
Mrs. R T Simpson wife of Associate Justice RT Simpson died in Montgomery last Friday following an appendicitis operation. She was buried at Florence. Co G Barch writes as a letter on the Farmers Union not being politics to appear next week.
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