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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1920
Page
7
A historical warning describes calomel as mercury and a dangerous laxative that harms digestion and the body. It cautions that calomel can cause cramps sickness and should not be taken, noting its harmful effects on bones and overall health.
An advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe vegetable remedy that quickly “straightens you up” without calomel’s side effects. It claims no griping, harmless use for children, and admonishes against calomel for causing next-day sickness and lost work.
A plan proposes a total 17000 dollar raise for pedagogues contingent on an upfront twenty five percent advance. The note outlines the financial mechanism to fund the increased pay.
The quarterly report shows that during the quarter ending April 1 the county spent 23,277.28 on teachers' salaries out of a total 264,600. The fuel bill rose to 1,204.33, marking a sharp increase from earlier years as wood became scarce and coal high priced. Maintenance and repairs were 792.29, with 200 for the attendance officer’s safety and 202.45 for insurance.
A promotional note touts Diamond Dyes as guaranteed to color any fabric from wool and silk to linen and cotton. It markets a universal dye in a compact package aimed at matching all materials, including stockings, skirts, children's coats, and draperies, with a “color card” guide for selection.
In a spring health note readers are advised that spring fever stems from a stagnant blood and toxins from winter. The piece promotes Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a blood purifier and tonic, available tablet or liquid, claimed alcohol free and made from wild roots and barks. It also praises Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets for constipation and liver toning, with a testimonial from J. Hughes of Rogers Street, Alton Park, Tennessee.
The county board of education urges a twenty five percent salary hike for teachers to reach about 68000 for the year and anticipates an additional revenue of 17000. Wensportation costs 180 and heating 104 are noted while average lab salaries are described as not far above 60 to 180 per year.
W E Hayes of Marshall County co operative association started six cows on register of merit tests through January. They produced good records and sold for an average of 54 dollars. Dairy specialist O A Mutton notes tested cows would not be worth over 300 dollars each before testing. The association began July 1 and has two testers, Rutherford County already had two since July. The dairy industry will be featured at the East Tennessee Farmers Convention May 19 with Prof Oscar TT of Ohio State University scheduled to speak. A Jersey tie cooperative will be conducted the following day.
Chairman James Russell of the county board of education praised the county high school meet held Friday. He called it a notable event in local school life and said it inspired country children to pursue education, with strong hopes they will attend the high school and university and become leaders.
A young boy died after a brief illness at the home of his parents. A funeral was held at Pleasant Mount Cemetery conducted by Reverend Nantey, with Maury Undertaking Company in charge of arrangements.
The event drew a large turnout as M'Dowell claimed a decisive victory at the annual county school meet. Attendance set a record with 18 returning winners, far ahead of the nearest rival.
The article records a large turnout for a local business sponsored prizes morning program with speeches by state officials. It notes many schools competing, and lists numerous students in literary and athletic contests across multiple grades, with results and awards anticipated.
An old time ad claims Cascarets cleanse the stomach remove undigested food and foul matter, relieve bilious headaches and coated tongues, and flush poisons from the system overnight. It promises a thorough purge by morning after a single dose.
Prof R A Anthony of the Thon School has gone to Portland to arrange the autumn, and Anthony has accepted the principalship of the Isom school for next term. News will be gratifying to the patrons of the school and the citizens of that section.
An advertisement from Chicago area retailers promotes Gete-Th corn killer claiming rapid relief from corns and painless walking. The copy references a “newer failing” product and urges customers to try Gete-Tr offered by multiple drug stores.
A mixed roster of students and grades lists readers and geography, Latin, arithmetic, English, writing, spelling, and history class assignments across McDowell and MeDowell area schools. Notable names include Grace Flowers, Jadie Tayloe, Eleanor Him, and Ruth Priest among others.
Fragmentary OCR lists multiple students with mixed surnames and grades, noting Third Grade Writing and Fifth Grade Writing assignments. Names such as Ratherion Meorett McDowell and Tayle McDowell appear alongside several unclear spellings and school contexts.
Constables report a delinquent tax list across districts with many properties unpaid. Few taxes are collected, while constables face long rounds and small compensation for chasing dues. Local authorities note pockets of resistance and broad effort required to enforce payment.
An advertisement touts Danderine shampoo promising to stop hair loss and dandruff while making hair appear livelier thicker and darker. The pitch emphasizes visible life vigor brightness and color with repeated assurances and a nominal price.
The tax locks must be returned early in May to advertise delinquent real estate. Lands with unpaid taxes will be sold on the first Monday in June.
A local discussion on July 3, 0 prominent businessman urged Polk Hivenee and Trousdale Camp to invite Confederate veterans to a planned Columbia reunion. The speaker said Columbia should honor the veterans while opportunity last and called on citizens to support the tribute.
The fragment urges a blood cleansing remedy S. S. S. to purge disease germs and strengthen health. It notes the remedy is sent via Chief Medical Adviser in Atlanta and promises thorough action against red eruptions and skin faults.
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