Preacher Killed in Virginia Over Jealous Rivalry
The Iloulton Advertiser reports a Holiness preacher killed a fellow preacher in Virginia who had just been elected pastor over him. Billie Hales was shot near Eutaw by a man he was attempting to arrest. Governor Comer invests 350000 in an Eufaula cotton mill and plans further spending. A Mexican millionaire hunter of two blind girls is sought. authorities hope to capture him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Billie Hales
Eutaw
Comer
Eufavila
Mexico
Hall's Catarrh Cure Honorary Affidavit Notice
Frank J. Cheney a senior partner of F J Cheney Co of Toledo swears the firm will pay one hundred dollars for each catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notary A W Gleason countersigns December 6 1886. The remedy is taken internally and claims to affect blood and mucous surfaces. Sold by druggists 75 cents. Also Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Ohio
City of
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
F. J. Cheney & Co
Hall
A. D
A. W. Gleason
Oil and paint salesman on the road
Jas T Masterson travels selling oil and paint with wishes of success. A summer resort in Massachusetts reports 100 cottages burned, total loss about 100000 dollars. Hunting season opens on the 11th but experts urge restraint. John McCarty grows 80 bushels of sweet potatoes and plans a frugal winter. A Jackson Tennessee boy accidentally set his father's barn ablaze and perished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jas. T. Masterson
Mass
John McCarty
Jackson
Tenn
What Would You Do If A Burn Or Scald Occurs
Advice for handling burns or scalds in the home. Apply Chamberlain's Salve on a soft cloth to relieve pain almost instantly and aid healing without a scar in mild cases. Sold by Irwin Drug Co in Moulton, E Gardner of Landersville, and D W Irwin of Hillsboro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Irwin Drug Co
Moulton
E. Gardner
Landersville
D. W. Irwin
Hillsboro
Local Notices Roundup From Mount Hope to Russellville
Sister R L Quinn and her bright little boys spent part of last week with dear ones near Mount Hope. Mrs W H Ennis and daughter sent embroidery to the State Fair and both won first prizes. A letter from Mrs J W Speer, enclosing a dollar for the paper, notes she is in good health and enjoying life. A runaway pony at Russellville killed a mule and demolished a wagon for Jesse Roberts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. L. Quinn
Mount Hope
W. H. Ennis
J. W Speer
Ulest
Russelville
Jesse Roberts
Seven Years Of Proof For Dr King S New Discovery
Seven years of proof that Dr King s New Discovery is the best medicine for coughs colds throat chest and lung diseases says W V Henry of Panama Mo The world has proof it cures lagrippe asthma hay fever bronchitis lung hemorrhage and early consumption Timely use prevents pneumonia Sold under guarantee at Windham Co and all drug stores 50c and 1 00 Trial bottle free
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
W. V. Henry
Panama
Windham & Co’s
Danville rural 2 letter on cotton and local events
A Danville rural 2 correspondent notes cotton picking lingering after harvest with some remains through Christmas. He mentions Mrs John M West Dr Burch and others planning to attend a fair or show and Rev J I Stockton preaching a sermon and ordaining Bro Roger to gospel ministry followed by four converts being baptized and all going home rejoicing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Danville Rural
John M. West
Burch
J. I. Stockton
Bro
Roger
De Witt's Little Early Risers Liver Pills Sold
Pleasant, sure, easy, safe liver pills are De Witt's Little Early Risers sold by Irwin Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Witt
Irwin Drug Co
Miss Kate Wood Fatal Horseback Accident at Center
Miss Kate Wood, a Center County High School student, went riding and became uneasy. She sat on her feet, then fell backward, breaking her neck in a fatal accident. The Tennessee Coal Company operates 800 coke ovens. Farmers urged to raise better stock of horses, mules, hogs, cattle, sheep, and goats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kate Wood
Center
Tennessee Coal Company
Wyker's carries trusted Chamberlain's Cough Remedy
Recommend Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for colds and grip with a worldwide reputation for reliable, quick relief. Claims it prevents pneumonia and suits all ages, no narcotics, available at Irwin Drug Co. in Moulton and Hillsboro areas, plus E Gardner in Landersville.
Hughes and Tidwell Advertise Trusted Prices
Hughes and Tidwell, live merchants of New Decatur, urge readers to visit their store to view and compare goods and prices. The ad emphasizes that what they say may be depended upon and offers reassurance to customers seeking reliable merchandise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hughes & Tidwell
New Decatur
Digestive Aid Praised by San Francisco Woman
Mrs. Mary Dowling of 228 8th Ave San Francisco endorses Electric Bitters for stomach and liver troubles. Lee testifies to its efficacy in acute indigestion, calling it the best remedy on the market. The tonic purifies blood and supports female health. 50c at Windham & Co and all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Dowling
8Th Ave
San Francisco
Lee
Windham & Co’s
After Election Sees Demand For Big Sweet Potatoes
Citizens speak on post election expectations as demand grows for unusually large sweet potatoes, with buyers seeking only half a dozen of that size. A Pittsburg bank cashier was found guilty of embezzling 46000 dollars. An unloaded gun in Pennsylvania killed a younger brother. Judge Kumpe knew lawyer Robinson who killed himself in Mobile last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Pennsylvania
Kumpe
Robinson
Mobile
Cure for stomach trouble with Kodol remedy
The ad promotes Kodol to cure dyspepsia and indigestion by taking it only when needed. It claims the stomach will then digest food unaided after a few days or a week. The Irwin Drug Co guarantees results and invites customers to try it today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irwin Drug Co
San Francis co City Treasury funds vanish
830000 disappeared from the City Treasury in San Francisco. An umpire was knocked down by a baseman on the third day at Birmingham. The umpire sued and was awarded 85000, but likely won't collect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Birmingham
Barefoot runners amid winter winds in contrast regions
Amid heavy snow in the north and west, children and athletes in the southern area continue to play barefoot. The contrast highlights regional weather differences and outdoor activity levels.
Cure for Sick Headache Promoted by Local Drug Firm
A distressing stomach disorder is blamed for sick headache and Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets are touted as a cure. Free samples are offered at Irwin & Co's Drug Store in Moulton along with sales in Laniersville and Hillsboro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Irwin & Co’s
Moulton
Bridge over river at Decatur finished after 500000 cost
The steel bridge over the river at Decatur is completed at a cost of 500000. The Spain boys are building a new business house for Frank Goodlett. Bro Faust criticized Taft in his Sunday sermon. Patrons are urged to save money by patronizing John D Wyker and Son at Decatur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur
Bro
Faust
Taft
Spain Boys
Frank Goodlett
John D. Wyker & Son
Digestive aid Kodol promises relief for stomach trouble
The ad claims Kodol contains the same digestive enzymes as a healthy stomach and will cure indigestion nervous dyspepsia by a short treatment. It promises natural relief, guarantees satisfaction, and urges trying it through Irwin Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irwin Drug Co
Death by own action shocks Alabama lawyer Ed Robinson
Ed Robinson a leading Alabama lawyer and eloquent voice in the state died by his own hand in Mobile shortly after a social gathering with his wife and children. No motive given. Also described a pair of runaway mules pulling a cotton wagon that frightened 100 local children on a noon dash through town with no injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Robinson
Alabama
Mobile
Colds and Croup in Children Aid by Cough Remedy
Mrs. Wm H Serig of Wheeling West Virginia reports her daughter suffered a severe cough last winter but Chamberlain's Cough Remedy cured her without a doctor. Her son has been spared croup thanks to timely use of the syrup. Sold by Irwin Drug Co Moulton 8S E Gardner Landersville and D W Irwin Hillsboro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm-H. Serig
Fifth St
Wheeling
W. Va
Chamberlain
Irwin Drug Co
Moulton
E. Gardner
Landersville
D. W. Irwin
Hillsboro
Oldest inhabitant praises cotton picking weather
The oldest resident declares this is the finest cotton picking weather ever recorded in history. A Denver railroad mortgage for 140 million dollars has been filed. Judge George C. Almon, seeking recovery, is expected to have a say. Hon. J. M. Carmichael, long prominent in law and politics, died suddenly in South Alabama after a career as Circuit Judge and State Auditor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
George C. Almon
J. M. Carmichael
South
Alabama
Watched Fifteen Years Warned By Arnica Salve
A. F. Hardy of East Wilton Maine testifies he has used Bucklen's Arnica Salve for fifteen years to cure sores boils ulcers and burns and it has saved many doctor bills. Available at Windham & Co and all drug stores for 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklen
A. F. Hardy
East Wilton
Maine
Windham & Co’s
Lawyer Pelham Delashaw Returns To Town
The town welcomes Pelham Delashaw back and urges residents to consult the well read lawyer for trusted advice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pelham Delashaw
DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve Ad
Bruises scratches sores and burns will heal quickly with DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve. It is especially good for piles. Sold by
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
Irwin Drug Co
Lawyer Chenault Leaves Town for Russelville Move
Lawyer Chenault will move his family to Russelville in about 80 days while keeping an office in Moulton with partner Lawyer Downing. Town farewell wishes accompany the news as the firm shifts the docket locations. W B Green and Mollie Segars wed near Anniston. Segars 37, her husband 80. New house by Bronnin nearing completion with the Meillan brothers doing the work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chenault
Russelville
Moulton
Downing
W. B. Green
Mollie Segars
Anniston
Miss Segars
Broninn
Meillan Boys
Missing Danville man seeks Moulton Advertiser
D. T. Stover of route 2 Danville has missed his local paper for several weeks and the paper thanks Sheriff Cannon for assistance while pledging to continue efforts to keep readers informed. The notice ends with a hopeful, community minded sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. T. Stover
Danville
Moulton
Dave Tom
Sheriff Cannon
Treatment for Sprains and Swellings Promoted
Sprains and lameness relieved quickly by Chamberlain's Liniment. Inflammation and soreness reduced so a sprain heals in about one third of the usual time. Sold in 25 and 50 cent sizes by Irwin and D. W. Irwin in Hillsboro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Irwin Drug Co
Moulton
Old time shoe care and wear guidance by Bro Barbee
The column by Bro Barbee discusses traditional shoe wear and care in the paper. A boy in Ozark, Alabama, reportedly set a gun on fire and four bales of cotton burned, the youth smoking a cigarette. Night riders in Tennessee are said to burn barns and kill people. Mrs Nancy White, age 88, arrived in Union Springs after an eventful evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bro. Barbee
Ozark
Tennessee
Nancy White
Union Springs
DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills Advertisement
DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills are promoted for weak back backache bladder inflammation rheumatic pains and all urinary disorders. The ad claims antiseptic action and prompt effect urging prompt purchase. Sold by Irwin Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
Irwin Drug Co
Mysterious cargo reaches Mobile from Africa in haste
A cargo of mahogany totaling 3000 logs arrived at Mobile from Africa while a separate theft at an Oklahoma bank leaves $3500 missing and the bookkeeper under arrest. In Mexico, 20 workers succumb after inhaling fumes from a burning oil well. Prof. Hester of Russellville reports a sweet potato of unknown weight and another shown to editor Norwood measured 14 inches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mobile
Africa
Oklahoma
Mexico
Hester
Russellville
Norwood
Mind Your Business Liver and Bowel Pills Ad
An old style medicinal advertisement promoting Dr King s New Life Pills claiming to prevent biliousness malaria and jaundice. It urges readers to buy the 25 cent remedy at Windham and Co s and other drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Windham & Co’s
Real Estate Demand and Cotton Trade Highlights
Town sees strong real estate interest while residents attend a Decatur show and report no unusual incidents. Meanwhile the season records a record 7,000,000 bales of cotton ginned and sold, surpassing all previous totals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur
Shoemaker's Visit and Local Wedding Banter
J M Shoemaker spent a day or two in Decatur last week. Ernest Kumpe joined two loving colored people in the holy bonds of matrimony Sunday evening, and it is said he tied the knot so hard that only death can break it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Shoemaker
Decatur
Ernest Kumpe
Cascasweet touted as a blessing for tired mothers
Tired mothers weary from peevish babies find Cascasweet a boom and a blessing for babies and children. It claims to ease common cold weather ills with ingredients printed on the bottle and contains no harmful drugs, sold by Irwin Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irwin Drug Co
Couple Ties in Double Harness at Family Home
Mr Clyde Goodlett and Miss Zola Byars were married at the family home Sunday evening with Hon Frank Cowan officiating. The paper extends congratulations and wishes them success as friends join in. The report notes disorderly conduct by black residents on the streets that night. Uncle Frank Crow says he has voted the National Democratic ticket for 55 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clyde Goodlett
Zola Byars
Frank Cowan
Frank Crow
Exchange for cotton offered on vehicles and harnesses
J P Gibson advertises a stock of carriages and harnesses including surreys buggies and wagons and offers to trade for middling cotton at 10 cents. He notes spot cash prices on all goods and promises high value in exchanges while cotton sells at 84 cents elsewhere and 1% cents in exchange. Call to visit for bargains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Gibson
Corn stalk paper could spark new farming industry
It is argued that first class paper may be produced from corn stalks, opening a new industry for farmers. A potential corn stalk trust is anticipated, but the speakers assure the public no one will be swindled in the deal.
Bank of Moulton Statement 1908 Alabama
The Bank of Moulton in Lawrence County Alabama presents its financial liabilities and totals for 1908. A sworn statement by cashier O L Judy affirms the figures as true per bank books, witnessed by D C Goodlett and bank directors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alabama
Lawrence County
O. L. Judy
Bank of Moulton
D. C. Goodlett
Chancery
Mild Laxative Promoted for Baby and Family
A physician warns against harsh purgatives for babies and recommends Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as safe and pleasant for all ages. The ad cites testimonials from mothers and unrelated endorsements, noting prices 50c and 1.00 per bottle and a free sample offer from Pepsin Syrup Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Caldwell
Lafe Weathers
Indianapolis
Mattie Crouch
Tiptonville
Tenn
Almon Willis
Jamaica
A. B. Cunningham
Fresno
Calif
Flora Hebrew
Bew Creek
Kan
Pepsin Syrup Co
Caldwell Bldg
Monticello
Windham & Co
Swin Drug Co
Telegraphy Careers for Young Men Ad Offering Free Catalog
A recruitment ad urges young men to join telegraphy, offering free catalog from Southern School of Telegraphy in Newnan Georgia. It promises school guidance and guaranteed positions, urging readers to request the catalog.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern School OF Telegraphy
Newnan
Compound Villainy and Local Happenings Report
Editorial voice notes moral lines of seduction and forgery, mentions A J Crosthwaite with about 70 bales of cotton at the platform. Reports new registration names, poll tax reminder, county high school walls rising, C L Orr visits, night riders in Moulton, upcoming snow in Virginia, forest fires north of town, a tragic accident near Russellville, and Judge Kumpe's trip to Montevallo for school business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Crosthwaite
Maykind Fortune
C. L. Orr
Hartselle
Moulton
Virginia
Jas. Thorn
Russelville
Price of Cotton Sparks Farmer Protest and Plan
The Birmingham Ledger argues cotton prices are too low and trigger distress for farmers. It says buyers in Liverpool set prices, urging farmers to fix prices themselves and change the cotton sales system, with Memphis and New Orleans meetings seen as necessary steps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham Ledger
Liverpool
Memphis
New Orleans
Night Riders and Farmers Union Loyalties
A letter defending the Farmers Union against Night Rider accusations. The writer, a Union member, asserts the Union’s loyalty to justice peace and law, compares accusations to other secret orders, and notes burning of ten guns in Texas and Oklahoma by Night Riders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Union
Night Riders
Masonic Fraternity
Union
Texas
Oklahoma
Box Supper at Liberty Church Helps Circuit
A box supper will be held at Liberty church six miles east, Friday night for the benefit of the circuit’s connectional claims. Everyone is invited to attend and bring a spirit of love. Fred B. Faust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberty Church
Ewso
Fred B. Faust
Prominent Alabama Officials Die by Suicide in Recent Week
Dr Shirley Bragg, a jail inspector, in fragile health, fatally shot himself at Montgomery on Saturday morning. The incident marks the second high profile Alabama death by self infliction in a short span, highlighting a troubling trend among public figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shirley Bragg
Montgomery
Alabama
Old Town Seeks 500 Volunteers for Growth
J. D. Rover visited Saturday to select a location and recruit 500 skilled men to settle and develop the town. A sermon excerpt from the Telegraph Herald is to be reprinted soon. Cherokee near Tusculumbia suffered a devastating fire, leaving five houses and about 40,000 in losses. Sheriff John Carlock in Georgia was shot by two assailants, but fatally died after bravely rising to his knees and killing them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. D. Rover
Mr. Rover
Felder Wallace Wane
Teeingham Age Herald
Tuscumbia
John Carlock
Georgia
Voting Contest Provides Prize for Sewing Machine
A local voting contest lists participants Mrs F B Stewart Miss Ellen Wilson Miss Evie Shelton Miss Lucy Walker Miss Leona Cowan Miss Nannie Almo competing for a sewing machine. Separate Jersey animal contest includes Jake Alexander G W Grimes J O etc H M Hill with numbers 3 500 12 226 17 125 2 881 associated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. B. Stewart
Ellen Wilson
Evie Shelton
Lucy Walker
Leona Cowan
Nannie Almo
Commissioner's Sale of Valuable Real Estate in Lawrence County
A notice of sale by commissioner Jas C Crow under a 1908 probate decree invites cash bids at public auction in front of the Lawrence County Court House on November 24 1908 at 2 p m. The sale covers SW of Sec 14 NE M of Sec 15 EM of Sec 22 Township 6 Range 8 and division among multiple listed owners including Washer and Smith families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Kumpe
Lawrence County
Said County
Township
Obama
William P. Washer
Sallie Pickens
William Washer
Rice
Texas
James G. Washer
J. A. Washer
M. K. Washer
Clyde Gardner
Calvin A. Gardner
Birtie Washer
Jonesboro
Ollie J. Walsworth
Andrew L. Washer
George T. Washer
James Washer
Jasper Washer
Della Washer
Ella Washer
Annie Washer
John J. Smith
George W. Smith
Ollie J
Woolen Dress Goods Offer In Town
Advertises best selection of silk lustre wool taffeta albatros Melrose cloth fancy stripes and plaids in the department praised as best in town for value and known by every lady.
Biggest clothing store in Moulton invites shoppers
With faith in our merchandise the Styles fabric and workmanship we invite you to the largest and best equipped clothing store in Moulton. See long single and double breasted coats in all colors and grades and a large variety of boys suits. Our stock for men and boys cannot be excelled. Hats have just come and we offer best goods at low prices. Come be sure to look before you buy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moulton
Direct Factory Purchases Cut Prices for Consumers
The message claims savings from buying goods directly from the factory before advances and selling at the old price, suggesting lower costs for buyers.
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