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Newspaper
Moulton Advertiser
Location
Moulton, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1908
Page
3
A New York man blind for 15 years has regained sight using experimental rabbit eyes. In Montgomery district, Brother Crumpton failed in his bid for Congress as temperance supporters face criticism. The item hints at religious and medical angles with political overtones from the era.
Readers learn of a claimed universal cure for catarrh by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The ad asserts constitutional disease needs constitutional treatment, with internal action on blood and mucous surfaces. It offers $100 for any unhealed case and lists Toledo makers F J Cheney & Co, with 75 cents price and additional pills for constipation.
A 19 year old woman was stabbed to death during a church closing hymn in Georgia by an assailant described as mentally unwell. In Gadsden a 50 year old man Bud Howard reportedly leapt into a well and killed himself as his daughter watched.
DeWitt's Little Early Risers are small pills that are easy to take and gentle yet effective. The product is advertised as reliable and is available through Irwin Drug Co.
Dr Masterson, a Birmingham candidate, is not expected to perform well in the upcoming general election. The report recalls 18 months ago Wade Sweat from Walker County was sent to coal mines for cursing a man, and last week he died when slate fell on him. His term would have expired soon, leaving a widow and several children to mourn.
An old notice touts Pink Pain Tablets promising headache relief in 20 minutes and urges asking a druggist or doctor about the 25 cent box. It also thanks P. L. Hitt for home made molasses while noting his candidacy for the Court of Revenue and distancing the paper from advising votes for him due to political alignment.
Allegan resident J. J. Firestone reports feeling fifty percent better after taking two Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. Advertisement notes the product as a fine biliousness remedy, with sale points in Moulton Hillsboro and Landersville.
Reported prayers for rain persist in Indiana and western states amid dry spells. A New York dog reportedly sold for 40 dollars an ounce. Bryan declines political speeches on Sunday yet says greeting friends on the holy day does not violate commandments.
Mr John White of 28 Highland Ave Moulton Maine reports a winter cough relief after using Dr King’s New Discovery sold by Windham & Co and local druggists. A 50 cent bottle banishes the cough with a later one dollar bottle available. trial bottles are free under guarantee.
The paper hints at striking incidents as Brother Barbee discusses the Gibson boys and Uncle Charlie described as a fine Democrat. Also mentioned is the Devil enjoying a picnic with the First Baptist Church in Montgomery, with an expectation divine protection.
DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve is endorsed as the best treatment for piles and useful for any salve need. Cautions include avoiding imitations and purchasing from Irwin Drug Co.
The piece notes unread poetical lines by M A Daniels and mentions Bro Quinn preparing to build a handsome residence north of his current home. It also advertises Chamberlains Cough Remedy for children, claiming safety and efficacy, sold by Irwin Drug Co in Moulton and other local outlets.
G F Christenberry of Hartselle sends payment for his own subscription and that of his brother at Landersville, a model gesture the paper praises and hopes for many more like him.
Walter Stephenson visits Nashville this week to purchase goods for local residents. Lawyer Kirk and Farmer Roberson spent Monday on business. Bob Kirkland and two aides, both named Bob, are erecting a business house for the Hill family at the old Cherokee corner.
A Tennessee man went outside to confront thieves, fired into the scene, and his wife fainted thinking he was shot. He then took his own life and joined her in death. Sheffield reports 1,487 school aged children within its limits.
Irwin Drug Co. advertises Kodol as a stomach friendly digestant made of natural digestive juices. In other news, Herman Hall’s preliminary trial for killing J. N. Ezzell at Russelville ends with remand to jail without bail. Gov Comer plans to mobilize troops to pursue night riders in South Alabama.
The Moulton Advertiser offers a yearly club rate with The Memphis Commercial Appeal. For 1.25 cash subscribers receive both papers for one year. The appeal is described as one of the largest and best papers in the South and readers are urged to act quickly.
A note says a three sermon and dinner program will be held at the Baptist Church in Moulton next Sunday with a meeting lasting a week or ten days and several able ministers expected to attend. A lumber train wreck at Samson killed six and injured twenty five.
A promotional note asserts sick individuals suffer stomach nerves and weak nerves cause heart and kidney ailments. It claims Dr Shoop's Restorative targets the inside nerves as the cause and promises early visible help with eight hour testing, sold by all dealers.
Program of the Lawrence County Teachers Institute to be held at Hillsboro on September 25 and 26. Also a remark noting that 14,000 lawyers are trained yearly in the country, but many are ineffective.
Sam A. Garber recalls aiding a sick woman aboard an Eastbound O R N train from Pendleton to LeGrande Ore He used Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with whiskey water and rubbing to steady her In about twenty minutes the woman recovered and the train reached Le Grande Irwin Drug Co Moulton 8S Gardner Landersville D W Irwin Hillsboro advertised for sale
Bankers business men and farmers met in Birmingham last week to organize holding cotton until prices improve. John W. Kern democratic nominee for vice president will speak there on Oct 2 1908.
P J Daly of 1247 W Congress St Chicago recounts his feeble mother gaining flesh, relief from insomnia, and steady strength from Electric Bitters. The tonic aids stomach, liver and kidney complaints and is sold under guarantee at Windham Co and All Druggists for 50 cents.
A mistaken reference is corrected regarding Miss Ethel Miller. She did not go to Albertsville for a Holiness school but attends a Boaz college under Methodist supervision. Also notes a drug product Cascasweet for infants, non opiate, approved by mothers and compliant with the National Pure Food and Drugs Law, sold by Irwin Drug Co.
The Morgan County grand jury returned 25 true bills after hearing from 185 witnesses. Lawrence County fared better in our G. I. report. Mrs. Paul White and her baby spent a day or two in the Decaturs last week.
A clever popular candy cold cure tablet named Preventics is dispensed by druggists. In a few hours it is said to break any cold completely and is safe for children. No quinine, no laxative, nothing harsh or sickening. Box of 48 250 sold by all designers.
Chamberlain's salve is praised for instant pain relief and speedy healing of minor burns with no scar. It is recommended for chapped hands sore nipples and skin diseases. Price 25 cents. Available from Irwin Drug Co. Moulton 8 E Gardner Landersville and D W Irwin Hillsboro.
Chief Justice Fuller rules the dispensary unconstitutional and to close. Alabama Warehousemen of the Farmers Union plan a September 30 meeting in Birmingham to discuss the current crop conditions.
J Goodwin of Reidsville North Carolina says Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured a bad leg ulcer after several rounds and left no scar. The salve is guaranteed for piles sores burns and more and sold for 25 cents at Windham & Co and all druggists.
Charlie Haley is building a neat cottage west of the Methodist church supervised by Donnie Goodlett. The McMillan boys finish work on a home Uncle Jack Windham is having built for Abraham Bernstein and his wife, described as a gem.
A promotional note claims Kodol will soon enable the stomach to digest all food, relieving digestive strain. It states the stomach regains strength while Kodol works, and that the product digests all you eat and is pleasant to take.
Brother J W Smart is now located at Russesville and remains in the cedar business. He is described as an honorable and upright citizen in dealings with others. Alex Murphree Jo Smith and Bill Williams returned from Texas with good reports but have no plans to relocate.
An advertisement promotes Dr Shoop's Rheumatic Remedy as a cure for rheumatism deep in the body not the skin. It emphasizes constitutional nature and rapid pain relief and notes popularity spread by word of mouth. Sold in tablet or liquid form by all dealers.
The paper states it will not publish murder trial or divorce details. It mentions a Bryant campaign fund and urges readers to donate through Chairman Windham to obtain a button or badge of honor.
A sprained ankle may recover in about one third the usual time by applying Chamberlain's Liniment freely and giving it absolute rest. The notice lists E. Gardner of Landersville and D. W. Irwin of Hillsboro.
The text notes the burial of another child for Frank Goodlett and his wife last week, with a solemn line that she has gone on ahead to wait and watch for those to follow. It also mentions Tom Kelly of Nashville, visiting relatives, now in railroad service, and hopes he may become president of a major trunk line someday.
An advertisement extols Dr King’s New Life Pills for easing stomach liver and bowel complaints with no fuss. N H Brown of Pittsfield Vermont reports satisfaction and Windham & Co along with all druggists carry the product. The Moulton Advertiser credits J W Briley for new subscribers and prays blessings on loyal homes receiving the paper.
An old advertisement touts Dr Shoop's Cough Remedy as safe for mothers to use with very young babies. It claims the remedy calms tickling and dry coughs using green leaves from a mountain shrub without opium or harsh ingredients. Sold by all dealers.
A Republican paper portrays Taft as unopposed, a Democratic sheet mirrors Bryan’s strength. The piece notes claims will be clarified in weeks and predicts Peerless victory. The death of Quincy Hill from consumption is reported with sympathy to his mother and family.
The article promotes Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup as a remedy for colds linked to constipation. It claims the syrup avoids constipation common to old fashioned cough cures while gently moving bowels and soothing throat irritation. Sold by Irwin Drug Co.
The writer laments the prevalence of death penalties across five counties over five years. Only six sentences were carried, with three commutations and three actual executions. The Kelsoe case failed to yield a verdict. Turner boys case delayed. West Montgomery received a prison term but appealed. The piece notes public interest and speaks to juries discharging duty without fear or affection.
E. E. Byars leads in Lawrence County after using Piger brand fertilizer from Tennessee Valley Fertilizer Co. and sending a stalk with 85 fully developed bolls. Prof. M. H. Craig also seeks the Wagon, with a response anticipated.
Borrowed or stolen. Our step ladder cross cut saw and riding saddle are still missing. They have been either borrowed or stolen, and we are anxious to have them returned. Don’t treat us so shamefully. We are on a cold trail, but it is getting warmer and we now hear Sheriff Cannon blowing up his sleuth hounds.
All day singing and dinner on the ground planned at Liberty Grove in Loosier Keat on the second Sunday in October 1908. D. M. Thrasher.
Bro. J. A1. Hill begins a several days meeting at Fairfield on the first Sunday in October. John Jacobs attends and reports the event.
The paper notes the Honor Roll will be omitted for a few weeks to accommodate advertising demand while subscriptions remain strong. It asks readers to watch the bordered notice on page one, mentions payment status for Lawrence Gillespie, and reports local social notes including families and a Hillsboro entertainment.
An old age health piece touts regular bowels and digestion as vital to well being and promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild effective aid. It cites testimonials from seniors in Iowa and Illinois and notes price and availability from druggists and the Pepsin Syrup Co.
Miss Marie Lowe traveled to New York to wed Winfield Tucker, but he died the day of the planned ceremony. Tucker left about $1,000,000, and it is said Lowe will inherit most of it. Mrs. Mattie Lynch of Inka is visiting in Moulton.
The notice promotes a voting contest with sewing machine and jersey animal prizes. It lists candidates Mrs F B Stewart Ellen Wilson Evie Shelton Lucy Walker Leona Cowan Nannie Almon and Jake Alexander G W tries with vote counts. It notes the contest closes December 20 giving country friends time to vote and enjoy presents over Christmas.
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