The judge of probate must give notice at least 14 days before each election by publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the county, if any is published therein and, if not, by writings posted at the courthouse door and at three other public places in the county, of the time of holding and the offices to be filled by such election. Such notice shall consist only of the date of the election and the officers to be voted for or subjects to be voted on.
Ala. Code § 17-9-5 (1975)