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Newspaper
Pratt City Herald
Location
Pratt City, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1899
Page
1
A long local column notes diverse items from Pratt City including Mr. G St Atkins illness, Mrs. M Atkinson wool and hats, the Methodist church lighting, Bob Thoms pickles and Levy shop moves. It previews a veteran reunion report, Christmas bargains, and upcoming Methodist conference events with hotel and entertainment details.
The Pratt City Herald received the second prize in a state fair contest open to weekly newspapers. The award was presented by the State Fair Press Committee and recognizes excellence among local weeklies.
A state prize panel awarded the first prize to Opelika Industrial News and second to Prover City Virgin in a statewide contest open to weekly papers. Judges from the Birmingham News and Age-Herald lauded the awards as a badge of merit amid strong competition. The article condemns vandalism at First Methodist church, urging witnesses to come forward.
A local footwear shop advertises a savings program for customers who buy shoes and have them repaired in store. The notice promotes ongoing cost reductions and loyalty through combined purchase and repair services.
On Tuesday night December 5 Mrs W B Frazer a gifted humorous and dramatic reader will present an entertainment at the First Baptist for the church benefit. Frazer is well regarded as an elocutionist and reader and a fire treat awaits attendees Tickets on sale admission 25 cents children 15 cents Rev H S Hamilton returned The annual conference of the M E church South recently returned Rev H S Hamilton to the city after three years as pastor He is noted for a strong personality and pulpit style and many friends regret that this will be his last year with the congregation.
Work has begun on the new depot with foundations laid and framing rising. The 80 by 30 foot building will have an eight foot apron on all sides for freight, improving city access to four major southern roads and promising convenience to the business public. Levy offers the lowest prices.
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