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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1900
Page
5
The Maury County Election Commissioners set the countywide election for all school directors on May 26 the last Saturday in the month. Bee n Satterfield and Dawson urge readers to act quickly and note the favorable prices on buggies and surreys.
A succinct critique contrasts Paris dash with London polish and classic American beauty. It mentions a pastel straw turban trimmed in lace with silk and purple foliage, urging a visit to the look.
Will Hodge hosts visitors from Texas while many locals move about for visits and business. Notables include Judge Holding from Palatine, H. Bighams trip to the South, Dr. H. B. Titcomb returning from Florida, and Congressman Carmack still recovering in Nashville. Multiple citizens depart for Indianapolis, Memphis, Arkansas, and Mississippi as routines and illnesses thread through the day.
In Memphis, Dr. W A Smith of Columbia attends the Scottish Rite Masons gathering. He is hailed as a distinguished Mason with state-wide links and honored as Knight Commander of the Court of Honor by the Supreme Council in Washington. Also noted are movements of several individuals toward Spring Hill and Nash ville for court and association matters.
A brief shop notice states that Bree work and shoeing are available at the G Bates shop with attention to customers and affordable pricing for goods and services.
James D. Sarven died Wednesday at his Tarrytown home at 84. A noted inventor of the Sarven hub, he amassed fortune and was known for charity. He outlived his wife, left no children, and is uncle to several relatives including Mrs. A J Nichols of this city and Mr. Goo N Sarven of Pulaski. funeral attendance planned by Nichols and Pulaski relatives.
Walter Fox, 21, son of Mr. Andrew Fox, died Wednesday morning at his Campbell's Station home from typhoid fever. His remains were interred yesterday afternoon after a visit by relatives including Mr. Ketchum who had been at his father’s bedside the past week.
The itemized notices report multiple deaths and funerals in Lyxsyriat and nearby areas. Miss Maggis Thomas’s remains were sent to Rose Hill cemetery for interment with services by Rev. Baker P. Lee. Ad Harris died after several days illness with funeral at South Columbia Methodist Church. Belle Hoffman died at seventy at the Hampshire Pike homestead. burial at Mt. Nebo. John Thomas, a Timmons-area resident, died at Coerick aged about eighty-three. funeral at Timmons and interment at Roe Hill. Mrs. W. J. Akin died at Cross Bridges. services at Bo'elock Baptist Church. Estick's wife, a Krapp Springs resident, died after a protracted illness. Further notes mention W. T. Green’s death from pneumonia and mourners.
At 9 00 p m after a brief illness od years funeral services were held for Revs Powell and Taylor at the residence Sunday.
Congressman E W Carmack arrived Friday morning with illness and will be confined to a dark room for several days. Friends wish him a speedy recovery. Local business notes report cattle shipments from Columbia Stock Yards including Dick Smith of Shady Grove sending three loads of fancy beef cattle to Louisville and Jowel sending a load to the same destination. W C Haley of Nashville sold numerous good mules at auction. MRS ME WILLIAMSON advertises Bay German Millet Seed. The U S mail cart for the Columbian paper was put into service Monday. Local ads mention Easter suits, grocery deals, and a new store sign over McKennon Anderson & Foester’s.
Used two seasons and well cared for offered for sale at half price. Contact Ronnie at Macunve and Darter Co for details.
J Rosenthal emphasizes an exclusive spring stock, urging inspections. The dealer states they have concentrated efforts on selecting beautiful merchandise and prefers showing goods to writing about them.
Our department offers a complete display of Ginghams Dimi ties Madras Percales and Schases in charming designs all priced attractively. Visit to see the dainty fabrics and markings firsthand.
New Spring silks and popular pulleys belts featured in a bustling week of product arrivals and trends. Local outlets promote updated lines and accessories amid a busy market period.
A Carpet Department ad claims the store offers the largest, most complete clothing stock in Columbia. It emphasizes stylish, up-to-date tailor made options for men and boys ahead of Easter.
J Rosenthal promotes the D Hallock & Sons Success Anti Clog Weeder in Columbia on April 20. Farmers from Williamson, Sping Hill and Dark's Station praise its performance, claiming large corn crops and high efficiency. Orders must be placed now as factory delays could delay delivery.
Bruce Cochran Jr friends glad to see him out again Theodore Stephenson near recovery and back at Titcomb's drug store Mrs J C Lowy much better Hertha Short ill for several days and convalescing Susie and Lillie Wilson suffering from grip attack
Ellis Wood left Monday for Metropolis to work for rs and Col Bros. Mrs Eugene Guest and daughter from Florence Alabama visit City relatives. Mr Guest arrives tomorrow. Mayor Cameron and Danoso Cameron recover from recent ailment. Mrs Irvine continues care at her daughter’s home, Mrs Joe Laven.
An unusual ad style mentions land rollers for sale in a dome, urging buyers to purchase large portions this month. It notes fire company response in a nearby area and a small damage incident linked to greasing roots. Contact numbers and local ads for groceries and medicinal products follow from several local businesses.
The undersigned extend thanks to Mr Williard and Mr Charlee Hull for faithful services and kind attentions to our Father in his last hours, and to devoted friends Mas W T Cacone and Joux W Tanwas for their support.
Barr and Oakes promote a broad range of goods for all budgets with stock bought to aid distressed customers. They claim prices fit any occasion and pledge prompt phone service via Bell Telephone No 10, offering devout attention to duties and sacred trusts.
Brakeman Jr Barber was injure d but not seriously hurt after falling from a car at the depot Saturday night His wrist was sprained and he sustained other bruises The notice mentions Imperial Disc and Smoothing Harrows improved for 1900 sold by Barrentrenn & Dopson
Friday at 8 30 in South Columbia Fannie Nicks daughter of J B Nicks wed Ed Hill in a buggy ceremony performed by Rev J F Beasley. They left for Flatwoods Wayne county to reside. bride part of the Nicks family.
Martin of Kedron and Mrs. Coleman of Mallard wed Wednesday at the bride’s home with Rev. W. L. Green officiating. Carrie Rainey of Memphis and Percy Talbott of Joplin announce a ceremony planned April 17 at Grace Chapel Memphis. Louis Forst of Bessemer and Miss Anna of this city set April 26 at First Methodist Church for their marriage.
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