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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1921
Page
6
Daughters of William Martin are in critical condition after a car struck them near Century Mines. Police seek Rimer Williamsport, a local Black man, who fled the scene as investigators describe the collision and injuries.
Tomorrow morning the farm committee of the business men and the county council will meet at the office of Anderson Brose d Foster at 9 30 to arrange finances and other details for the reception and entertainment of delegates for the Middle Tennessee Party era convention opening next Tuesday. Committees seek funds guest rooms and overnight accommodations. Attending guests include visiting women and local residents Mrs EB Coe and Miss Kathryne of Neabtl Mi and Mrs Chatto Davie.
The Herald lists multiple candidates for sheriff subject to the Democratic primary on November 12. Andrew B. Ewing Luther L. See Claude Godwin Albert G. Boyd Bert Erwin are named as contenders, with various primary dates and party notes included.
James J. Pogue enters the race for Register as a Democratic candidate, subject to party endorsement on November 1. He positions to win the nomination and advance to the election.
The Herald lists candidates for trustee and county offices subject to the Democratic primary on November 12, 1921. Names include Lunes J. M. Granberry James D. Cathey Robert H. Jackson Will G. Napier Henderson Akin Lloyd Whitaker Joe L. Hagey and others, with the paper authorized to announce them.
The Herald reports Joe T. Anderson as a candidate for Circuit Court Clerk in the upcoming primary on November 2, 1921, outlining the election context and eligibility details for the race.
Fragmentary OCR text shows names GILDENT M ORR candidate for Court Clerk and Janine THOMAS ENGLISH ecumenitate for Ohio Clerk, with garbled phrases about primary and election roles.
Taxpayers in Columbus face higher city levies as assessments rise while real estate values decline. The Daily Herald notes a ten dollar forty cent boost per hundred dollars of value, driven by a broader decline in property worth. Officials warn many property owners will see larger bills this year.
The Daily Herald announces a Market Section from the Department of Agriculture led by Commissioner TP Peck. It will publish a monthly farmers bulletin with market prices for products and consumer costs, plus free ads for farm products and sale tips. Submissions due by the end of each month to the Bureau of Markets.
A fragmented notice describes room listings for a farm meeting in a local venue. It mentions dates, names, and a plan to restore some event spaces. Strong entities include The Eunwen Paa and individual names like Mr Ove and Ale Eleart, indicating a community gathering with arrangements to accommodate attendees.
A silverville car driven by Kirk Foster and his son Burnett struck Mrs Tarer Braly on South Main Street, severely injuring her. She suffered broken ribs, a dislocated clavicle, and possible internal injuries. she was taken to the hospital as family and bystanders expressed deep concern. The Fosters and companions were shaken, with prayers and support pouring in from the community.
Elmer Gant, a negro suspect, eludes officers after a Sunday night hit and run in Century Mines area. He allegedly struck two sisters, Vincy and Lille Martin, injuring them while they hid near a groomt. The victims’ condition improves and officers continue to pursue Gant.
Fragmentary OCR indicates a legal notice or court entry involving Jonas E. Thomas Gale and Jane Co Lands, with reference to a jury and a road company. Readable items suggest a settlem ent or verdict connected to a murder or civil action, though many words are garbled.
The report notes Lieut Masimilian Hardison of helanurtors troop returning to Shortly after, detailing his status and future duty amid the Warmrar Arwhney and local givalry context.
Nashville Tenn Aug 1 Patrolman John H Johnson of the city police was shot and killed at an early morning raid on an alleged disorderly house. A companion officer was wounded as they entered the home. Allen, son of a magistrate, was arrested on charges of killing Johnson.
Officers searched for a man after seizing a boy from the machinery section of a plant in Columbia. A pursuit followed as authorities investigated the attempted plot and its alleged ringleader, detailing the sequence of events and the surrounding area.
July 1920 brought drought and high heat with temperatures reaching around 90s and many days above 90. Rainfall was scarce at under three inches, while Ash Wood observer noted record heat and a dry, sweltering month with winds from the west.
An article notes extensive work to remove the Pike from Fountain Creek bed along the Mooreville Pike. Officials say the project will straighten the road and raise the bed on higher ground. Superintendent Wilkes reports satisfaction with progress and praise for cooperation from local leaders and commissions.
Manchester New Hampshire prof Budlong credits Tanlae with ending decades of indigestion and rheumatic pain. He reports full appetite return, weight gain, and renewed energy after using the medicine at School Street home.
A large crowd gathered for Maury Tomlinson's funeral at the West End home of Judge and Mrs. Jessie Familinion after his death at Union Station. Clergy WOK Taylor and J. C. Motiny presided. interment followed at Hillside Cemetery. Obituary notes distant relatives from Murfreesboro and Washington sent tributes amid somber attendance.
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