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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1908
Page
3
John Berryhill found his Moulton paper replaced, ending a week of troubles. His wife’s bread rose, cows gave milk, eggs appeared, and John left smiling, calling The Moulton Advertiser a prophet preaching goodwill to all.
The ad claims Hall's Catarrh Cure can cure catarrh in all stages as a constitutional disease. It offers a $100 reward for any case it fails to cure and asks readers to send for testimonials. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Moulton sent another contribution to the Bryan campaign last week, lifting the total from the area to 100 dollars or more. Lawrence county lists six girls in the Montevallo Industrial school, including Morrison Roberson Neely and Mary White. A Pittsburg firm ordered 3,000,000 tons of coal, to be mined by 4,000 men over five years. A fire near 7 Up occurred when sun reflected off a mirror onto a feather bed.
When stomach condition falters, take Kodol to digest all foods and restore strength. Use briefly for mild indigestion and longer for severe attacks or nervous dyspepsia. Try Kodol today. Sold by Irwin Drug Co.
Denominational lines blurred in New Orleans as a sweeping religious revival gains momentum led by Brother Shelburn from Texas. West Montgomery reports his hospitalization with undisclosed purpose, possible health treatment, nursing, guarding, or medical duties. Editor Paul White and wife visited the Decatur area last Wednesday, leaving William to tend the home.
George M. Felton of South Gibson Pa recalls chronic diarrhoea during 1863 army service and credits one bottle of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, recommended by A W Miles, with stopping it at once. Sold by Irwin Drug Co, 8 E Gardner Landersville and D W Irwin Hillsboro Ala.
Two coal workers, jobless and destitute, killed themselves by leaping in front of a locomotive in West Virginia. The column notes corn and wagon prices in Moulton at 75 cents per bushel signaling a short crop, with cotton under 9 cents and meat costly, urging the Farmer's Union to mobilize.
A Maine household praises Dr King s New Life Pills for three years of good health. The ad touts gentle cleansing and toning, lists local retailers, and promotes DeWitt s Little Early Risers liver pills. It also notes regional news of coal strike costs and a fatal telegraph operator robbery in Georgia.
Dr Louis Edelman long based in Mobile moves to Florence to devote full time to eye ear nose and throat practice after years of study in Vienna Paris and Prague.
A bootlegger was captured in the shadow of the Florence courthouse and faces swift, severe punishment as a result of the arrest.
Jim Heflin uses short legs to recruit subscribers and renewals for another year. His persuasive talk brings in payments and boosts his standing in the animal contest, though prizes are two months away. He holds one animal in his pasture and works to protect it as ballots increase.
Mrs Ada L Croom of Vaughn Mississippi credits Dr Kings New Discovery with curing a severe cough and consumption after months of ailment. The testimonial notes the remedy as a world renowned lung and throat healer, available at Windham & Co and other druggists, priced 50 cents to 1.00 with a trial bottle free.
Mrs. Charlotte Decker, aged 110, dies in New York. Gabe Woodruff plans a substantial commodious barn on his town lot. A pheasant farm opens near Jasper. Gov. Comer hints at seeking a United States Senate seat.
A historical notice urges that ordinary colds can lead to pneumonia chronic catarrh and other infectious diseases. It claims cold precedes germs that cause illness and promotes Chamberlains Cough Remedy as the quickest cure available through Irwin Drug Co and local sellers.
An advertisement touts Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup as a universal remedy for throat irritation cough and cold. it claims the laxative action cleanses the system and asserts you cannot cure a cold while constipated. Sold by Irwin Drug Co.
The Girls Industrial School at Montevallo is said to have coal reserves of 80 million tons, implying large value for the school’s future and its beneficiaries. A Montgomery man seeking an office was refused and is pursuing the newspaper to recover his announcement fee.
A brief note promotes Chamberlains Liniment as a quick cure for back rheumatism with daily applications and massage. It lists Irwin Drug Co and local distributors in Alabama. Also mentions a fatal baseball scramble in New York and a large fence fund of 2 500 000 earmarked for Southern schools amid a dollar campaign period.
A life sized portrait of the late Judge David Green Mill Ligon, presented by his daughter Mrs. Sarah Mc Donald of Moulton, has been received by Dr. Thomas M. Owens for the state gallery. Ligon served on the supreme court from 1851 to 1854, was born in Virginia, moved to Alabama in 1823, and died in 1855.
An advertisement explains Kodol as a digestive aid that works like the stomach, digesting all foods. It emphasizes that unlike the stomach Kodol cannot fail and can restore digestive order. The ad urges purchase today and claims a guarantee. It lists Irwin Drug Co as the seller.
John Clements was convicted of bootlegging whisky at Tuscumbia, fined 100 dollars and put to hard labor for one month. A Union Baptist meeting in Birmingham drew 600 new church members. John W Bailey of Huntsville attempted suicide by hanging, but was cut down and survived.
Advertises Chamberlains Salve as a one night cure for chapped skin on hands or face and also claims relief for sore nipples burns and scalds. Sold by Irwin Drug Co S E Gardner Landersville and D W Irwin Hillsboro Alabama.
Reporters describe a fatal accident as two white boys near Florence found with an unloaded rifle. the weapon discharged, killing one boy and leaving the other unharmed. The incident follows a day of similar strikes across the region, signaling dangerous conditions.
Fayette resident Civil War veteran David Parker credits Electric Bitters with curing his stomach trouble after costly medical treatment. The testimonial notes the tonic keeps him strong and well and is sold at Windham & Co and other druggists for 50 cents.
Miss Evie Shelton holds back a hamper basket of sewing machine ballots as a pleasant surprise for opponents. Voters urged to hurry and cast ballots, with two year subscriptions and back dues counted. New names welcome and ballots counted if paid by December 20, addressing “Girls” with blessings.
Tired mothers find Casasweet a boon for babies and children, especially in hot weather. Look for the ingredients on the bottle. it contains no harmful drugs and is sold by Irwin Drug Co.
Evangelist Price roars at Sheffield with red hot shot while discussing a vast western corn crop. In Alabama the grain cost nears a cent per grain and N C Reeves from Sherman Miss requests back numbers printed in September and October, offering a dollar for the paper.
A Rural Route Empire Georgia farmer, W A Floyd, extols Bucklens Arnica Salve as priceless for two severe sores. Windham & Co advertise it at 25c. W K Cornish of Birmingham files bankruptcy showing 19243 debt with 836 remaining. H M Hill enters an animal contest, late but hopeful to return with a Jersey.
A mature person needs only sufficient food for repair and energy. excess leads to stomach troubles and other ailments. If indigestion troubles you, adjust your diet and let reason guide intake, then try Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. For sale by Irwin Drug Co.
Hon H A Skeggs has been chosen mayor of Decatur for the sixth time and a proposal to swear him for life on good behavior is noted. Ed Thompson is kept as night policeman in a job he loves, while a New York beneficiary receives 10 000 000 from an uncle's death but continues working as before.
Burns bruises and scratches are soothed and healed by DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve. It is promoted as the best salve for piles. Sold by Irwin Drug Co.
A 19th century style advertisement touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a safe mild laxative for constipation in women and children. It cites multiple testimonials from American women praising relief from constipation and related stomach troubles. Druggists sell it at 50c and 1.00 per bottle with free samples offered by the Pepsin Syrup Co.
The Moulton Advertiser announces six large home printed pages packed with political and commercial news historical facts legal lore local gossip and neighborhood clatter. Editors note their long work hours and urge readers to share the paper with neighbors as a form of missionary work.
This page highlights Edwards of Decatur offering footwear with fit feeling and durability. He buys cash from first hands, sells for spot cash, promises refunds or exchanges, and claims to beat North Alabama bargains by one fourth to one third. A trial order is urged to prove savings.
A Franklin County campaign letter urges Lawrence County leaders to back a One Mill Tax to extend school terms from four to five months for 5,000 white children. The writer cites prior county support, compares to Franklin and other counties, pleads for active organizing two weeks before the November election, and notes health and blindness limits.
On Saturday October 17 1908 at 120 o clock in the M E Church Hillsboro the ceremony joined Rev Fred B Faust and Miss Elizabeth James. Palms and flowers adorned the church with green and white. Solo O Promise Me by Bina Brock Decatur preceded the vows and Mendelssohn’s wedding march blended into Hearts and Flowers during the entrance. Ushers were J P Gibson B S Neely Austin James and Thos Faust. The groom’s father Rev W E Faust Florence officiated in a notable ceremony admired by a large circle of friends.
The infant Pearl Tanksley, daughter of Mr and Mrs 8. 8. Tanksley, died September 23 1908. The note asks mourners to grieve not for her as she rests with Jesus in Heaven and prays for her parents to find solace.
An advertisement proclaims Williamson and Echdge as top southern merchants with goods that match descriptions, asserting reliability and strong representation of their offerings.
Rev. Mary Wasson Cagle, assisted by her husband, leads a Holiness meeting at the Christian church with growing local interest. Night Riders have appeared in Lauderdale county, warning ginners and urging farmers not to rent land or hire any more Negro labor. Miss Lassye Roberts goes to Mt Hope to assist Prof. Pickens at the local High School. Bro. Hill preaches a series of sermons in the Christian church at Landersville.
Editor Elien Wilson writes for The Dear Old Moulton Advertiser sharing Pine Grove preaching with Walter Adcock of Hartselle, noting Miss Garline’s illness and Will Parker and Minnie Dutton’s September 27 wedding. He mentions Gipson building a home, Claudie’s photo plans, Shiloh sermons, Emma Sparks praised, and the Lindsey school concert closing.
A column of legal notices appears, with non resident notices and election officer lists. Dr Bragg’s official report on the first page provokes commentary. The piece jokingly suggests King Solomon styled jail walls, water works and bath tubs, electric fans, perfection mattresses, and even three square meals to attract and confine inmates.
We regret to chronicle the death of young King of Leighton who died last Saturday evening when a gun he was handling was accidentally discharged. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank King, and we extend our deepest sympathy to the family in this sad hour.
Harry Pfaff, resident a few miles east of Moulton, had a barn burned on Sunday. He saved his horses and plow tools but lost hay and other provender. No details yet on damage extent insurance or cause.
A good community near Landersville seeks a public school teacher. $200 on hand will be supplied. Address J. L. Montgomery Landersville Ala. Oct. 19, 1908.
On October 15, 1908, Judge Kumpe Sheriff Cannon and Clerk Wyars appointed inspectors clerks and returning officers for the November 1908 general election across Lawrence County Alabama. The list covers Hillsboro Courtland Loosier Town Creek Red Bank Mt Home Wheeler Lick School House Kinlock Landersville Moulton Pin Hook Mteng Oakville Hampton's Store Morrisbee and other beat locations with appointed inspectors clerks and returning officers for each.
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