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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1908
Page
3
Dr. Shoop encloses £15 for advertising and expresses thanks for past satisfactory service and courteous treatment from the recipient. Miss Long Pickens, a lovely young lady from near Mt. Hope, spent several days in town with friends last week. A caution about sweet potatoes lingering in the ground to avoid second growth.
A 100 dollar reward ad proclaims Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only positive cure for catarrh, a constitutional disease, with internal use to reach blood and mucus surfaces and build up the patient. offers reward for any uncured case and urges sending for testimonials. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Lawrence county Medical Society met last week and reported no fee increases for practices unless a severe case such as appendicitis occurs. Miss Nannie Almon’s upcoming marriage is noted as potentially affecting the sewing machine contest. Eight people burned to death in New York is reported as the latest distressing incident. West warehouses face cotton certificate disputes while Stur seeks better prices. Bryan grows in strength as Republicans stay cautious. For indigestion relief, Kodol is touted as aiding digestion and stomach health, sold by Irwin Drug Co.
A summary of early Philadelphia pride notes its 225th anniversary since organization as a town and its founding by William Penn. The report contrasts North Carolina peace talks with Europe’s war preparations and mentions a bear incident in Arizona, currency donations by J P Morgan to the Taft committee, a large smuggling scheme uncovered by Uncle Sam, and hopes for arrest and punishment of thieves.
In 1863 George M. Felton of South Gibson Pa describes chronic diarrhoea during service. After trying many remedies he was persuaded by A. A. W. Miles to use Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, and one bottle stopped the illness at once. Available through Irwin Drug Co 5 E Gardner Landersvale and D W Irwin Florisboro Ala.
W J Porter, a carpenter and contractor, visited last week and mentioned Mat Houston has a fine house and invites a fishing trip. A barn belonging to Mose Alexander, a respected Black man, was set on fire but quickly extinguished with little damage. no harm done.
A Guilford Maine resident touts Dr King s New Life Pills as healthful for three years while Windham Co sells them. Notices include W T Seamans planning a brick livery stable in Moulton. Demopolis reports two arrests for sending vulgar letters by mail. DeWitt s Little Early Risers advertised. Three miners died near Birmingham in a rock fall. Alabama to give each school age child 2 49 this year up from 2 07.
Wood offered at 1.50 dollars per card delivered to the brick yard. Prompt payment to avoid delay in building plans. Lee and Jones announce the deal dated September 12, 1908.
Brewster Cameron, a Texas merchant, visited Niagra and while watching a waiter, toppled into the stream and was swept over the falls. In Los Angeles fifty Salvation Army soldiers were jailed for holding street services, drawing admonition that such indignities strike at well‑meaning workers.
Mrs Ada L Croom of Vaughn Mississippi reports a severe cough and consumption fears until using Dr Kings New Discovery. She credits three bottles with a complete cure and notes the remedy’s wide fame. Available at Windham & Co and all druggists 50c and 1.00 trial bottle free.
A. Hernsterm, a leading progressive merchant, spent last week in wholesale markets to secure bargains for customers and plans to announce his trip in the paper. The steel trust has contributed $40,000 to the Republican campaign fund, to be distributed in Indiana and other doubtful states, not sent south.
A warning against underestimating colds as gateways to serious diseases. The ad claims colds cause pneumonia, catarrh, consumption, and raise risk of diphtheria, scarlet fever, measles, and whooping cough, urging use of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy sold by Irwin Drug Co and others.
Roosevelt expresses unease about his ally and will take the stamp for him. The paper stresses passing it around to gain subscribers through valuable content. Tammany Hall backs Bryan, signaling optimism. Col. H.S. Mallory launches gubernatorial bid with talks in young men’s Bible rooms.
An advertisement promotes Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup as a universal cure for colds claiming it soothes throat irritation eases coughing and drives the cold from the body through a laxative action. It urges insistence on the product and notes Irwin Drug Co as a seller.
Selma sent 1900 bales of cotton directly to Japan and expects the shipment to return worth 400 times their cost. The opposition has yet to find a candidate to challenge J. M. Sandlin for County Treasurer. A solitary man enjoys a picnic alone while Bryan and Taft shared a Chicago platform discussing waterways.
An ailment attributed to rheumatism of the back muscles is described as quickly curable by applying Chamberlain's Liniment two or three times daily and massaging the area at each use. The liniment is sold by Irwin Drug Co., 8 E. Gardner, Landersville, and D. W. Irwin, Hillsboro, Ala.
Cotton remains below production cost and farmers are urged to hold until necessary. The North Alabama Conference will convene soon in Decatur. Wedding bells ring as a young man hides his feelings but cannot fully do so.
The notice requests the paper to print an advertisement offering a “cometle to Handy Rtles of the World.” It provides an address at 409 Pearl Street New York and asks for payment of 3 to cover postage and to include the requester’s name and paper name.
Seven counties compete for prizes at the Alabama State Fair with numerous farmer exhibits. The Birmingham agricultural show from October 9 to 17 promises education and practical demonstrations for the state's farming community.
The Sinois Central company has placed an order valued at 31 million dollars for box cars to be delivered in December, signaling a new era of prosperity. They seek two or three skilled wood choppers for a number of days, with wages offered, and urge immediate applications.
An advertisement promotes Kodol as a complete digestive aid that digests all foods and maintains stomach health, contrasting it with the stomach’s potential disorder and claiming guaranteed results. Sold by Irwin Drug Co.
Miss Maud Keiley daughter of Chancellor Kelley opens a Birmingham law office. Her first case defends a Black man cited under a local ordinance. She is described as well read strong in argument eloquent clear spoken with musical voice and composed bearing.
Advertisement claims Chamberlains Salve cures chapped hands or face in one night and is unequalled for sore nipples burns and scalds. Sold by Irwin Drug Co S E Gardner Landersville and D W Irwin Hillsboro Aln.
After two months drought a general rain fell Friday. Old Pide, once confined to a dry lot, dreams of freedom and roaming the fields to wreck crops. Citizens are reminded to leave pistols and whisky at home when visiting the court next month.
David Parker of Fayette New York, a Civil War veteran who fell at Gettysburg, testifies that Electric Bitters are worth more than five hundred dollars. He previously spent much on doctors for stomach trouble with little relief, but Electric Bitters cured him and now keeps him strong and well. Available at Windham & Co and all druggists for 50 cents.
The article notes robberies in Russia killing 12 inmates and stealing a carful of foot, comments on harsher punishment in the South, reports 15,000 Chicago schoolchildren starving, and observes Northwest farmers migrating to Alabama as land prices rise.
Casasweet is promoted as a baby and child remedy useful in hot weather with printed ingredients on the bottle and no harmful drugs. Irwin Drug Co sells it. The column notes a busy week of job work and recalls a Baptist minister switching to the Christian church, ending with a quip on wise men and fools.
A farmer in Rural Route Empire Ga praises Bucklens Armen Salve as the best remedy for two severe sores on his hand and leg. He would mortgage the farm to obtain it and confirms Windham & Co sells it at all druggists. The letter also notes local figures and requests for the old home paper to continue arriving for the writer in New Decatur.
A health advice item urges mature adults to eat only what is necessary to repair tissue and maintain warmth to avoid stomach, kidney and rheumatic troubles. It recommends using Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets to restore balance, noting sales by Irwin Drug Co and local outlets in Landersville and Hillsboro, Alabama.
Our old Confederate war friend J K Wilson visited to draw a pension he earned by four years of service through blood and disaster. He was accompanied by his daughter Ellen who is contesting for a premium Sewing Machine and leads her opponents by thousands in the race.
Burns bruises and scratches are soothed by DeWitts Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve. It is advertised as the best salve for piles and is sold by Irwin Drug Co.
A popular physician urges quick action for persistent indigestion with heartburn and gas. He promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a safe, effective tonic that aids digestion, cleanses the bowels, and supports the liver. Advertisers cite testimonials from police chiefs and mothers and note a 50c to $1 price, with free samples offered by Pepsin Syrup Co.
A long November ballot is anticipated with five parties likely fielding candidates totaling about 125 names, in addition to state and county nominees. The ballot will also include three constitutional amendments for voters to accept or reject.
J A Hill will begin a protracted meeting next Sunday at the Christian church in Landersville with no sermons and dinner on the ground. The event signals a community religious observance expected to draw local residents to the church for a period of revival and fellowship.
A notice from M. Greenendyke in Hillsboro Alabama offers a yoke of fine work oxen for sale on easy terms. The ad notes location and contact details for prospective buyers seeking reliable draft animals.
Local items recount a preacher named Livingston killing Andrew Jackson in Lauderdale county, reports on others such as Jerry Campbell’s shooting incident, Arkansas rate revival, a train accident near Selma, and various community notes including school openings, elections, deaths, and local happenings. The collection blends violent events with town news, social notes, and climate of the era.
A. Bernstein announces the highest cash prices for wool hides genseng and furs, inviting sellers to bring their goods for immediate payment.
Announcement from Hillsboro states Miss Elizabeth James daughter of Mr and Mrs I L James will marry Rev F B Faust in the Hillsboro Methodist Church at high noon on Saturday. The Moulton Advertiser offers congratulations and best wishes to the betrothed.
Letter from John Sanderson secretary requests notice of the Lawrence County Masonite Convention to convene with Courtland Lodge on the second Monday in November at 3 p.m. to be held in Courtland Alabama.
Appointment announces Birmingham college president Dr J H McCoy will preach in Moulton on Sunday November 5 1908. The notice sets a community religious event with a local impact and identifies the speaker and date.
The Nationart announces the Democratic ticket with William J. Bryan of Nebraska for president and John W. Kern of Indiana for vice president, detailing the party slate.
State presents nominees for Associate Justices J J Simpson Lauderdale and J d Mayfield Tuscaloosa. Electors at large J Pugh Jefferson and Emmet O Neal Lauderdale. Game and Fish Warden John H Wallace Madison. President Railroad Commission Charles Flenderson Troy.
A historic note lists nominees including William Richardson of Madison County for Congress, M. H. Craig for Superintendent of Education, D. H. Bracken for Tax Collector, W. C. Hamilton for Assessor, and M. S. Sandlin for Treasurer. District court candidates include J. Hamesaw FE Harris Rome Pickens and Jack Windham in various subdistricts.
Fragmentary OCR lists names Mrs Fr B Stewart Ellen Wilson Jame Shelton Lucy Walker Leana Cowan Nannie Almon tied to sewing machine and Jersey animal bids with amounts 9 680 27 018 15 260 5 806 6 250 4 250 3 000 12 875, lacking context or clear events.
Madison writer Gewin asks if W W Alexander is alive. The letter notes he died about two years ago, but memories of him remain green and his good name endures in the community near Selina after settlement by Swedes involved in local farming.
Saint-Born Aug 1 1886 died June 25 1908 aged 21 years 10 months and 21 days. Mrs Mary Saint married to James Saint Jan 17 1856. She professed faith in Christ and joined Missionary Baptist Church twelve years ago living an orderly life. She leaves several children and many friends. The obituary notes her fidelity as wife and mother and cites scripture in memorial. Rome Pickens.
W E Waldrep notes the death of a cherished daughter of Bro N D Sandlin and wife, suddenly called from their home near Pearitville. They mourn the loss of a child described as sunshine and joy, taken to heaven by Jesus to dwell in eternal bliss. The grieving parents are offered sympathy and prayers for comfort.
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