Maury Countys Storm Toll Grows as Inquiries Continue
Maury County towns report extensive storm damage after a devastating cyclone swept through Tennessee and nearby states. Death toll ranges 170 to 200 across Mississippi, Tennessee, and Alabama with hundreds injured and millions in property losses.
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Mississippi
Alabama
Tennessee
United Press
Memphis
Tenn
Maury County
Ella Hughes
Bawdust
Buormods
Benator
Williamsport
Alabina
Williamson
Spring High
Sugar Ridge
Williamson County
M. FP. Akin
Burewood
Kevin Stevens
Murrey McKennon
Will Chappell
Lala Martin
Douglas
Jim Gavin
Joe Cunningham
Hoyd Crut
Alfalfa crop thriving after heavy autumn sowing
Alfalfa sown last fall in the county shows strong growth this spring. Large acreage, the largest ever sown, promises high profits for owners. The plant survived winter well and spring growth is excellent. Early hay cutting nears, and many fields are pastured with pige. Clover and alfalfa both grew well this season.
Moore & Sons Ship Jerseys for Auction in Alabama
R F Moore and Sons, leading in Jersey cattle sales in the South, report thirty top Jersey cows housed at IW J H McMaton Hospital. The herd undergoes circular testing before shipment to Alabama for public auction. A number of cows in Chicago are noted by Jersey experts for high value.
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R. F. Moore & Sons
Niles
Jersey
Hospital of IW
J. H. McMaton
Alutamia
Hellen
Feo
Coca Cola Raises Price At Local Bottlers
Cola price jump from six to eight cents shocks Columbians at soda fountains. Vendors predict reduced sales and many plan to switch to other brands or raise prices to cover costs as demand shifts amid the prewar pricing era.
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Leant
Public urged to store coal now to avoid famine
Coal dealers in Columbia urge residents to buy and stockpile winter needs. They warn of a worse coal shortage next winter, no reserve stocks, and higher prices later. Dealers report ongoing unfilled orders and no incentive to delay purchases, noting prices may rise by at least fifty cents per ton by summer’s end.
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Columbia
Seed Corn Shortage Warned by Maury County Agent
Maury County Agricultural Agent Meleon, citing Herald reporting, warns a seed corn shortage as farmers plan to fill silos this fall. He notes a few hundred bushels of silage seed corn left in the county and urges timely ordering. McLean backs the Albee variety as best for prolific stalks, foliage, and shoots, urging farmers to plant dead silage crop for fall.
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Meleon
The
Herald
Maury County
McLean
Clearing Highways Of Storms Debris After Heavy Damage
Chairman Murphy and Superintendent Butler ordered swift action to clear debris from major highways in devastated areas. Three to four gangs were dispatched to worst sections with orders to resume traffic promptly. Volunteers aided officials, armed with axes and saws, to remove trees and obstructions and restore communication.
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Murphy
Butler
County Road Commission
Coumry
Jose
O K Electric installs Delco plant at Delk home
Hubert W Rate, owner of O K Electric, reported completion of a forty eight light Delco plant installation in Sam Delk’s home at Kettle Mille. Delk praised the setup, though he said he does not understand how he managed before it.
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Sam Delk
Kettle Mills
Forty-Eight Light Plant
Hubert W. Rate
O. K. Miwerre Ch
Imix Etty
Kettle Mille
Mr. Delk
Hhis
Sayn
Ughis
Roberts to Speak at Spring Hill Community Meet
Governor Roberts will address a Spring Hill community meeting along Better Road with officials. The event aims to showcase a stronger spirit of cooperation than last year at the gathering hosted by the Mission Band communities.
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Gov. Roberts
Spring Hill
Community rally and celebration dinner at Enterprise May 24
Fine program prepared by Superintendent Butler invites all county community clubs to Enterprise for a field day and social rally. Key speakers include Gov. Ray and editor J. J. Finney. A large turnout is anticipated as roads work and community cooperation are highlighted.
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Butler
Guy
Albert AH
Ruverts Will Bey
Enterprise
Albert Stolt
Ehatemur Tt
Goy
Raley Orbs
Weaundy
Cone Posei
Albert Lolt
Simmons
Gov
Rabris
J. J. Finney
Perald
Ties
Alge
Tie Anon
Spetion
Concrete work begins on South Main creamery
Concrete forms are ready for pouring on the new creamery on South Main street. Contractor Alford promises a force of men to rush the build in contract time. Machinery is ordered and if fittings are completed, the creamery should be ready to operate by July 1. Several cows have been signed to the project as workers and stock interest grows.
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South Main Street
Alford
Mexican Rebels Threaten Rich Oil District
Washington dispatch reports Mesicuo rebels threatening Tampico the oil district heart as General Alvarule leads revolutionists. Herard Gem claims 000 men join the revolt and seize the port, with American, British, and European interests concerned.
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United Press
Washington
Alvarule
Herard
Coletd
Mendel Tampa
Ollands
Armerteun
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Black Drug Company
LZ Turpin
Bert
Vhs Aim
Tennant
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Nate
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Young McKee
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Elmwood
Cleveland Jacobs
Fighth
Moore & Sons
Coca Cola
O. K. Electric CO
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P. Garber
People OF Enterprise
Hiller
Butlers
Charleston
Paty
Mt Pleasant
Society OF the Methodist Church
Cuarter
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Eigghteen
Rev. Orman
Mera
Washington P Russell
Study Cirer
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Ada
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Burt
Elesle Ussery
Hampshire
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