History of May City and Pratt Mines in Birmingham District
A brief history traces May City’s origins through the Pratt coal mines opened about 1852 and the Alice furnaces in South Birmingham. It highlights Daniel Pratt, founder of Pratt Gin Co, and Henry De Bardeleben, key figures in developing the district’s coal and steel resources, noting the town’s naming in Pratt’s honor and the lasting impact on local greatness.
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May City
Pratt
Atty Mines
Birmingham
Henry de Bardeleben
Pratt Gin Company
de Bardeleben
Daniel Pratt
Strayed or Stolen Mules Reported in Frenchtown
A small black horse mule and a dark iron gray mare mule, both about 750 pounds and freshly shorn, were strayed or stolen from Frenchtown. A reward is offered for information. Names listed include J T Nippee, Mrs Krebs, H K White, F Johnson of Birmingham, and Mrs O Neal of Meridian, Miss, guests in the city.
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Frenchtown
J.T. Nippee
A. J. Krebs
H. K. White
F. Johnson
Birmingham
O'Neal
Meridian
Miss
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Prat City News Highlights Social Events and Local Notices
The Pratt City page notes a busy social scene with concerts, a marriage celebration for A. J. Odom and Miss Pearl Bell, a railroad picnic, and multiple visits and gatherings. It also lists business ads, real estate ventures, a family loss, and community notices including church events and local engagements.
The Ladies' Friend Skin Cure Sold by Mrs Gi Fe Payne
A note from Mrs. Gi Fe Payne of West Highlands advertises The Ladies' Friend as a sore cure for all skin diseases and chapped hands. Bottles priced at 280, 06, and $1.00 are offered.
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Gi. Fe Payne
West Highlands
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Mea
W. P. Mitchell
Ena Bey
Pratt City
James Sanders
A. J. Odom
Pearl Bell
Harry Bolloutey
Will Thomas
Sam Gardener
Pat Layden
C, Cook
McKay
McIntyre
Gourley
Aoe
No. Slope
Russel Bros
Ensley
G. B. Campbell
Cramley’s
Minnie Bailey
Russell Bros
Tom Wright
Maryland
Maggie Bell Arnold
Nannie Zuber
New Castle
Belle Reilly
Philadelphia
A. J. Reilly
Vme Hogers
Southern Methwlist League
Floy Robbins
Marpersville
Misa
Mrs. M
Joe
Prof. McNeil
W.P. Mitchell
Second Street
Jackson
Alabama National Guards
Fair Ground
Routledge
Deel Miss Herring
Mexia
Texas
Miss Rova Strickland
Oot &. E. Willoughby
George Harrison
P. M. McNeil
M. and
Mrsntz
East Highlands
Harrie Willoughby
Blanot Springs
Mw Frye
Bescemer
Woman's Christhian Temperance Unom
Methodist Episcopal Church
Pepe
Tipit Street
McDonaigh
Sid Trehearn
Frank Jeydard
South Africa
Thesday
Lueis Spring
F. C. Harris
Atlanta
Mannie Pow
Cullman, Ain
Calvin Morris
John Gandy
Gordo
Ala
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O. W. Wade
Bessemer
City
Southern North League
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Meveris
Mullie Mikio
Hliy
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Galle -Everal Slay
Payne
Mes
Morris
Hi Richards
Adamsville
Avda Young
Tee
Dr. Hamrick
Themerchant
W. E. Shores
William Edward Shores
W. Shires
W. Shores
Ife
Methodist Church
Mollie Cruse
Darien
Blach
Carhart Union
Mattawan
Manhattan
J. Blagh & Sons
Cash Clothiers
First Avenue
North College Street
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