Draft:Talladega Watchtower

The Talladega Watchtower, preceded by the Democratic Watchtower, was a newspaper in Talladega, Alabama. It eventually merged with The Reporter and became the Talladega Watchtower and Reporter. It aligned with the Democrat Party. It was owned by James Harvey Joiner (November 17, 1819 - September 6, 1881). His son George Alburtus Joiner worked at the paper before developing his own business career and serving in the state legislature.

Samuel Rice who later served on the Alabama Supreme Court was editor for a while.

James Harvey Joiner's grandson Manly R. Joiner served as mayor of Talladega from 1922 - 1926 and from 1929 - 1935. A historical marker honoring the Joiner family was erected in Talladega in 1972.