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November 17, 1908 issue of the Aloulton Advertiser based in Moulton Alabama. reflects local news briefs, notices and public matters typical of early 20th century small town newspapers.
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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1908
Page
3
11 Men Die and 20 Injured in Wreck Near New Orleans
A wreck near New Orleans leaves 11 dead and 20 injured. The report notes widespread grief across the nation, mentioning the murders of E. W. Carmack in Nashville by the Coopers and a steamship boiler explosion in Ontario that killed five.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Tennessee
Union
E. W. Carmack
Nashville
The
Coopers
Ontario
Hall's Catarrh Cure oath ad from 1888 Toledo firm
Frank J. Cheney an senior partner of F. J. Cheney & Co. swears the firm will pay one hundred dollars for every case of catarrh cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notarized December 6 1888 by A. W. Gleason. Cure taken internally and targets mucous surfaces. Send for testimonials. Sold by druggists 75 cents. Take Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Ohio
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
F. J. Cheney & Co
Hall
A. D
A. W. Gleason
Hobsons Visit Decatur and New Woodmen Camp Formed
Mr and Mrs A C Hobson of Decatur spent several days in our county last week as locals welcome these good people to their homes E D Whitman and Dr F L Chenault have organized a large Woodmen camp at Decatur When these two gentlemen take hold of anything it goes through with a rush It takes nine billion of postage stamps to supply the demand in the United States
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. C. Hobson
Decatur
E. D. Whitman
F. L. Chenault
United States
What would you do in case of a burn or scald
Guidance for immediate burn relief suggests applying Chamberlain's Salve on a soft cloth to rapidly ease pain and aid healing without scarring. It notes availability from Irwin Drug Co. in Moulton, E Gardner in Landersville, and D W Irwin in Hillsboro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Irwin Drug Co
Moulton
Cotton Bales Ginned and Behind This Season
A historical note reports 9,000,000 bales of cotton ginned to date with 8,000,000 more behind, reflecting the heavy harvest momentum and ongoing supply. It mentions figures alongside a contextual aside about named individuals and religious affiliations, typical of period writing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Berger
Montana
William Howard Taft
Seven Years of Proof for Dr. King's New Discovery
W V Henry of Panama Mo touts seven years of proof that Dr King's New Discovery cures coughs colds and throat chest lung diseases. He cites thirty eight years of proof for the remedy treating lagrippe asthma hay fever bronchitis and early consumption. The drug prevents pneumonia when used timely. Windham Co and all drug stores sell it 50c and 1.00 with a free trial bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
W. V. Henry
Panama
Windham & Co’s
Night Riders debated at farmer meetings in Memphis and New Orleans
Farmers discuss Night Riders at Memphis and New Orleans meetings with fiery speeches for and against but no definite action taken. Advocates were present in both bodies as prospects rise for profitable corn and cotton stalk products and refined paper manufacturing emerges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
New Orleans
Night Riders
Pleasant DeWitt's Little Early Risers Liver Pills
Irwin Drug Co sells DeWitt's Little Early Risers described as pleasant safe easy liver pills suitable for gentle relief. The ad emphasizes trustworthiness and convenience for daily use in a small town setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
Irwin Drug Co
It Takes Work to Pick a Cotton Field
It takes more than trust and faith to pick a cotton field it takes work and lots of it. Forest fires all over the state have destroyed much property but they have at last been extinguished by the rains and snow.
Farmer Dale Locklayer Sells Crops at Wyker's
Dale Locklayer of near Hillsboro visited Wyker's on Friday and handed a dollar to push his date up one year. He produced 100 bushels of sweet potatoes and 500 bushels of corn with additional side crops. Locklayer is deaf and mute, and this report portrays his effort positively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dale Locklayer
Hillsboro
Dale
World renowned Chamberlains Cough Remedy endorsed
A trusted cold medicine praised for quick relief, claiming to prevent pneumonia and support natural recovery. It mentions no opium or narcotics and recommends use for all ages. Available from Irwin Drug Co. in Moulton and Hillsboro, and E Gardner in Landersville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irwin Drug Co
Moulton
Mrs Mary Dowling Praises Electric Bitters Cure
The San Francisco resident witnesses relief from stomach trouble after using Electric Bitters. The testimonial notes improved digestion and liver function, claiming the tonic purifies blood and aids female weaknesses. Sold for 50 cents at Windham & Co and other druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Dowling
8Th Ave
San Francisco
Lee
Windham & Co’s
Governor Comer Reaches Sixty Milestone In Alabama
Ex sheriff Sharp jailed in Nashville charged with the murder of Carmack amid calls that other blooded aristocrats be imprisoned. The governor, B B Comer, described as stout and certain, pursues what he believes to be best for the state as he marks the 60th milepost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. B. Comer
Sharp
Nashville
Carmack
Cure stomach trouble with Kodol occasional use
An advertisement claims Kodol can cure dyspepsia and other stomach troubles by taking only at needed times. It asserts the product fully digests food, allowing the stomach to work unaided after days or weeks. The pitch promises a satisfaction guarantee and lists Irwin Drug Co as seller.
Thanksgiving Gratitude and Generous Outreach Encouraged
A call to prepare for Thanksgiving by giving thanks to God for the year’s blessings and sharing with the less fortunate. The suggestion includes inviting a needy person to dinner or sending a thoughtful present without fanfare.
Snakes Killed on Penitentiary Hill by Walter Almon
In a Saturday office visit Walter Almon spoke of snakes on Penitentiary hill where six were killed as winter grips the scene. Officials expect further extermination before snow melts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Almon
Penitentiary Hill
Cure for sick headache offers stomach and liver relief
An advertisement explains sick headache as a stomach disorder and promotes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. It invites readers to obtain a free sample at Irwin & Co's Drug Store in Moulton and lists E. Gardner in Landersville and D. W. Irwin in Hillsboro as contacts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Irwin & Co’s
Moulton
Encouragement to Persevere and Express Gratitude
The text urges sustained enthusiasm and perseverance to drive prosperity. It emphasizes maintaining good spirits as time passes and encourages showing gratitude for favors. Expressing thanks is said to uplift the giver and aid benefactors in supporting others.
Kodol Digestive Aid Promises Quick Relief
A sales note explains Kodol contains the same digestive enzymes as a healthy stomach and will ease indigestion or nervous dyspepsia with a short treatment. The ad urges trying it today on a guarantee, claiming it digests what you eat and makes the stomach “sweet.” Sold by Irwin Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irwin Drug Co
Methodist Needle Guild Meeting Draws Interest and Critique
The Methodist Needle Guild held a meeting Tuesday that drew interest and profit, though Jim Crow's team demoralized the ladies. The piece notes some new brooms sweep clean, yet some men cannot sweep with any broom, urging readers not to spend best days opposing good neighbor efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Needle Guild
Jim Crow
Colds and Croup in Children Helped by Cough Remedy
Mrs Wm H Serig of Wheeling says her daughter endured severe winter colds and a terrible cough but Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy cured her without a doctor. Her son has been prevented from getting the grip by timely use of the syrup. The remedy is sold by Irwin Drug Co in Moulton E Gardner in Landersville and D W Irwin in Hillsboro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. H. Serig
Fifth St
Wheeling
W. Va
Chamberlain
Irwin Drug Co
Moulton
8. E. Gardner
Landersville
D. W. Irwin
Hillsboro
New York Prospects as Railroads Plan Big Spending
Frank Carruth notes aging seeming reverse as prosperity grows with railroads slated to spend 240 million dollars on property improvements next year. An estimated 650,000 idle workers in New York appear set to return to work, signaling potential Taft actions ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Carruth
New York
Taft
Arnica Salve Cures Sores, Boils, Burns Says Local Man
A. F. Hardy of East Wilton Maine testifies after fifteen years of using Bucklen's Arnica Salve. It has consistently cured sores boils ulcers and burns, saving medical costs. 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
Rail Road Reflections and Local Lore by Barbee
Barbee writes on our first railroad today and shares memories of oldtime corn shuckings and quiltings. He also covers the late Dr. Simms. Hog killing season begins as many fine porkers are swung up with early slaughter aimed at saving corn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bro. Barbee
Dr. Simms
The Reverend IRL R Hicks Almanac 1909 Announcement
The Word & Works Publishing Co announces the 1909 Reverend IRL R Hicks Almanac ready November 15. Price by mail 35 cents and 30 cents on newsstands with a free copy offered to Word & Works subscribers at one dollar per year. Located at 2101 Locust Street, St. Louis, Missouri.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Word & Works
Pesgesne
Word & Works Publishing Co
Locust Street
St. Louis
Printer Woes Prompt Shortage For Local Paper
The paper reports a printing fault in the last column of the first page due to defective rollers. A repaired roller was installed and stocks were rushed to Bingham for rapid return in the next issue, with hopes to avoid repeats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bingham
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve Promises Quick Healing
An advertisement claims bruises scratches sores and burns will heal quickly and completely with DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve noting its special effectiveness for piles and stating it is sold by vendors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
Irwin Drug Co
McNutt Sends Dollar From Blue Springs to 1909 Date
J. H. McNutt of Blue Springs Mississippi sends a dollar extending his date to February 25, 1909. His brother Ben is doing well and owns two hogs weighing about 1000 pounds total. Ben brought two pigs last fall and they have fattened heavily, awaiting a cold spell to pole them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. McNutt
Blue Springs
Miss
Ben
Local notices reveal missing paper and family illness
L W Brown appeals to send The Moulton Advertiser as he cannot do without it and will pay upon return. D M Houston, a Court of Revenue member, was summoned home Tuesday due to the serious illness of his father in law Capt J L Lyndon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. W. Brown
Moulton Advertiser
D. M. Houston
Court of Revenue
Capt
J. L. Lyndon
How to Treat a Sprain
Sprains swellings and lameness are promptly relieved by Chamberlains Liniment. This liniment reduces inflammation and soreness so a sprain may be cured in about one third the time required by the usual treatment. 25 and 50 cent sizes for sale by Irwin Dersville and D W Irwin Hillsboro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Irwin Drug Co
Moulton
Editor Thompson Run Over at St Louis Methodist Conference
Editor Thompson of the Northwest ern Christian Advocate attending the Methodist Conference in St Louis was run over and killed by an automobile. A weather change last week accompanied many fine hogs poled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thompson
Northwestern Christian Advocate
St. Louis
DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills End Urinary Ailments
DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills are advertised as unequaled for weak back backache inflammation of the bladder rheumatic pains and all urinary disorders. They are antiseptic and act promptly. Sold by Irwin Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
Irwin Drug Co
Nashville firm formed with 7 million backing
A Nashville guano company is formed with 7 million dollars behind it, promising cheaper fertilizers. A Virginia woman burglar dynamited a post office, stealing 500 dollars in money and 700 dollars in stamps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nashville
Virginia
Mind Your Business New Life Pills Advertisement
An 19th or early 20th century advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a cure for biliousness malaria and jaundice. It urges readers to avoid trouble and claims the pills prevent digestive and liver ailments. Available for 25 cents at Windham & Co and other drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Windham & Co’s
Woman Arrested in Birmingham Public Safety Incident
A Birmingham woman was arrested in connection with a public safety incident and a related serious incident. Reports indicate four men were found deceased on a Chattanooga street one morning last week. The case involves a Georgia Black person who harmed his wife and then killed himself in a laying in wait scenario.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
Chattanooga
Cascasweet branded for babies and children boom and blessing
Tired mothers weary with peevish babies find Cascasweet a blessing for common winter ills. It is marketed as safe with no harmful drugs and the ingredients printed on the bottle. Sold by Irwin Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irwin Drug Co
Japanese woman renounces paganism in Pennsylvania
A Japanese woman renounces paganism in Pennsylvania and is found dead next morning with a throat cut. Her husband is arrested. She had joined the Presbyterian church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penn
Presbyterian Church
Cure Constipation with Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin
A promotional notice extolling Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a gentle safe laxative. Claims it cures constipation and dyspepsia, improves digestion, tones the system, and is suitable for babies. Includes testimonials and pricing, offers free samples by mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. E. Covey
Savannah
Tenn
T. Jones
Osgood
Caldwell
Almon Willis
Jamaica
Alabama Baptist State Convention to reconvene in Montgomery
The adjourned Alabama Baptist State Convention will reassemble in Montgomery on the 27th and run through the 28th to celebrate the church’s hundredth anniversary in Alabama. Attendance is urged for every pastor and many laymen as possible, with Brother Crumpton calling for a $100,000 missions fund, $10,000 for each year of the church’s age.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baptist Convention
Alabama Baptist State Convention
Montgomery
Alabama
Bro. Crumpton
Ala
Discontinued Subscriptions Notice From The Moulton Advertiser
The Moulton Advertiser warns that about 18 or 20 subscribers will be discontinued on December 1 unless payment is received. A border notice and margin alert urge timely action, with a two week final warning to all concerned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
Moulton
North Alabama Methodist Episcopal Conference Opens in Decatur
The 39th annual session of the North Alabama Methodist Episcopal Conference is in Decatur with many clergymen attending. Bishop Morrison of Florida presides and Dr. J. W. Newman is likely to be re-elected Secretary. A brief of proceedings will be published in the next issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Alabama Methodist Episcopal Conference
Decatur
Morrison
Florida
J. W. Newman
First Snow Shocks Residents on Weekend Morning
Readers woke Saturday to a thick snow cover, the season’s first, signaling more wintry weather to come as winter looms. Snow surprised many households and marked the start of several frosty days ahead.
Lawrence County Teachers Institute at Speaks School House
The Lawrence County Teachers hold their next institute at Speaks School House on the 27th and 28th of this month with a splendid program and high expectations for a big time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence County
Speaks
Called Meeting Of County School Board In Moulton
The County School Board will hold a called session at the Court House in Moulton on the first Saturday in December.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Moulton
Beat Officers List Pending After Lawrence County Qualification
Once the Beat Officers in Lawrence County qualify, authorities will compile a list of them and publish it. The forthcoming roster will identify the officers by name and assignment areas, informing the public of who serves in the beat patrols.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence County
Woman shoots man to stop impending threats in Memphis boarding case
A year ago in Memphis a woman, sheltering a boarding guest, warned him to leave to avoid trouble with her husband who works on the railroad. He refused, promising to depart, but she shot him dead when he said he would accomplish his plan before leaving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
New Jersey
Birmingham
Sunday School Convention at Mt Home District 1
On the second Sunday in December a Sunday School Convention will be held at Mt Home. A fine program is being arranged and every district school is urged to send delegates to participate. A noon march with music and a dinner are planned. J H Wadsworth is president. Edgar Etheredge and Miss Mabel Reid were married in Tuscumbia Court House after eloping from Town Creek. A M Crisler of Town Creek was here yesterday and described as a good citizen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Home
J. H. Wadsworth
Edgar Etheredge
Mabel Reid
Tuscumbia
Town Creek
A. M. Crisler
Near Town Creek
J. ©. Kumpe
Lawrence County
Said County
Alabama
William P. Washer
Sallie Pickens
William Washer
Ollie J. Smith
Henry M. Smith
Effie P. Smith
Jab. C. Crow
State of
Ruth Smith
San Marcus
Texas
J B. Spangler
Martha Hogland
J. B. Spangler
Margaret BE. Gibbs
Ember
Cava
Saacnee
Memphis Conference Leader Speaks on Nashville Death
Bishop Hoss presided over the Memphis Conference last week and, amid resolutions on the Nashville disgrace, declared Carmack was killed not for past writings but for what he might write in the future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoss
Memphis
Nashville
Bryan Returns as Editor Backs Opponents Strongly
Bryan lost his first race by 601854 votes, the second by 849890, and the third by 1100000 votes yet resumes as Editor of The Commoner. He attacks opponents with renewed vigor and fervor, prompting support with three cheers for Bryan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
the Commoner
Our Holiness Friends Build School in Jasper Effort
Our Holiness friends are putting up a large school building at Jasper and appear deeply in earnest in the good work. The project reflects strong community support and religious commitment as construction proceeds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jasper
Outrage, lynching, mine disaster, and calamities report
A compilation of violent and tragic incidents from Biloxi to New York and beyond. Reports include a lynching of a 15-year-old girl, a German mine disaster with 400 entombed, the Chinese Empire in mourning, a postmaster shooting in New York, a Kentucky whiskey fire, a fatal fall in New York, and ongoing violence in Birmingham and Tennessee. Also notes a federal soldier slain in Oklahoma and a robbery accusation by a negro woman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biloxi
Miss
New York
Kentucky
Harvey Watterson
Watterson
Birmingham
Tennessee
Oklahoma
County Meeting in Landersville December 10 11 12 1908
The Farmers' Union of Lawrence County will meet with Black Ground Local in Landersville Ala on December 10 11 and 12 1908. All locals urged to send full delegation. State officers will attend and county officers will be elected. Other important business to come before the meeting. N D Sandlin Co Sec and Treas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Landersville
Ala
Farmers’ Union
Lawrence County
Black Ground
N. D. Sandlin, Co. Sec
Treas
Dink Night Looks Forward to a Joyous Christmas
Dink Night spent Sunday on a tender mission and eagerly anticipates the joys of a glorious Christmas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dink
Dry goods store touts best quality and latest styles
The ad argues for buying exactly what you ask for in the latest and best style. It asserts that quality matters and invites customers to visit to see the offerings. The message emphasizes superior standards over mere low price.
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Iwi Drrug Co
Teachers’ Institute
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Florence, Ala
Hag Shino
China
Celestial Empire
County Meeting
S. E. Gardner
Landersvilele
Messrs. White
Gabriel
E. Gardner
Landersvile
John N. Craig
J. C. Kumpe
R. M. Craig
G. N. Craig
County Board of Education
W. W. Parker
A. T. Mulican
Benton Woodard
H. W. Parker
Ane
Stranger Than the Law
Patriot
Golden Gate
Corner Stone
Our
Family
Hickory
Society
Magnet
Sfore
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