Taft tariff debates spark mixed praise and critique
The article surveys tariff wrangling in Congress with editorials from the Louisville Courier-Journal and Nashville American. It criticizes the conference report as inconsiderable, notes supposed reductions are insufficient, and mocks political maneuvering. It also highlights law enforcement praise for Deputy U.S. Marshal Shirley and ongoing anti liquor efforts in Columbia.
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White House
Payne
Congress
Louiaville Courier-Journal
Senate
House
Conference
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Gam
Columbia
Olg Rock
Nashville
United States
Shirley
Maury County
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Columbia Police Force
Tuberculosis Groups Urged to Report to State Board
Nashville hosts a timely suggestion from the American Tuberculosis Association urging every tuberculosis committee and society to report to the State Board of Health. Although unofficial, the note aims to aid anticonsumption efforts with the cooperation of State Health Officer Albright and Assistant Secretary Hamel, who seek to assist committees and meetings.
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American Tuberculosis Assocciation
Nashville
State Board of Health
Albright
Hamel
National Association For the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis
Medical Societies
Women's Clubs
The Dumb Beggar of Maury County Scams Widows
A Nashville paper recounts H. K. Theter, a self styled dumb boy, traveling Maury and nearby counties to beg ten cents by faking vulnerability. He solicits endorsements of character and a plea for education, amassing sums from widows orphans and gullible donors in three day spans. The report notes the widespread acceptance of the ruse and the greed it exploits.
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Nashville
H. K. Theter
Maury
Dissolution Sale on Wash Goods and Shoes Ends Soon
A broad liquidation offers 15¢ to 26½¢ fabrics, 40 inch linens, and silk pieces at deep cuts. White goods, silks, andlined garments are reduced. last days feature men’s, women’s, and children’s shoes at drastic markdowns with items like gauze vests and waists, and many dresses and hats slashed to attract buyers.
The Beggar Question and Pellagra in the South
The item discusses organized charity versus beggars, proposes licensing and credential checks, and critiques thievery in alms. It then shifts to Pellagra’s appearance in Nashville and the South, debating its causes, contagion, and the role of corn while citing Dr. John N. Thomas and Senator Bristow.
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