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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1920
Page
7
In Dalton Alabama Mrs. T. F. Parks lauds Thedford's Black-Draught as a reliable liver and digestive remedy. She notes it eases sour stomach and headache, aids digestion, and cleanses impurities, urging neighbors to insist on the genuine Thedford's at local druggists.
Miss Lita Chriesman of Atliconta Williamson County begins Monday as home demonstration agent for Maury County. She succeeds Mrs Kate McAlpin Crady, who resigns and moves to Nashville. Chriesman, veteran extension service worker, recently did home demonstration work in Florida and is a Peabody Normal College graduate in home economics.
The Herald lists candidates for Maury county offices and Tennessee General Assembly. W C Whitthorne seeks reelection as county judge, Wash P Russell and Hoy Henry H Hill run for the House, Andrew H Wiggs for senate. Edmund D Looney leads Senate ticket. Frank M Ricketts, Sam Hays, Joseph M Hayse, William J Latham run for Representatives and Senate. W E Farris and Jackson S Haywood sought County Board of Education seats, E P Richardson also. J Ross Birns seeks County Trustee. Webb Williams for Tax Assessor. G K Houser seeks re election for Sheriff. Election dates: August 5 6 1920.
In County Criminal Court this morning, Hargrove was fined 50 dollars with probation after pleading. He was accused of selling "Beef Wine and tronic" products described as beverages for intoxication, allegedly affecting local residents. Spehig Homerelaat, wife of Lovie Thorgrove, was also involved in the case.
Mrs. W. Riebell of Peoria credits a tonic marketed as Tanta with transforming a twenty year struggle with indigestion and kidney troubles into renewed health. She reports relief from backache, fatigue, and nerve strain, enabling full daily activity and housework. The note cites availability in multiple towns and retailers.
H Isley, a young chemist for Peerless Chemical Co, was shot Tuesday morning as he left the company laboratory. An operation was performed Thursday night to relieve skull injuries. he survived the procedure and showed signs of improvement. His father is expected to arrive soon.
Weather notes indicate eastern Maury and western Marshall counties remain largely dry with light crops suffering. Forecasters expect light showers to relieve conditions without causing damage. farmers hope for rain to improve pasture and yield.
The 1930 census records Madison County population at 1,268, with a notable increase of 4227 over the previous decade, a rare growth among southern agricultural counties. The Huntsville area totals 11,112 across Huntsville, West Huntsville, Uline, and Merrimack, treated as a single contiguous district.
Col Lea, former senator, spoke to a packed Maury County audience at the Now Mn Theatre. He denounced Gov Roberts for alleged extravagance and alleged misdeeds, urging voters to reject his administration and defend virtue and law enforcement. The crowd reacted with cheers and applause as Lea defended his stance and questioned Roberts' record.
Washington describes re enlistment bounties for Marines with pay scales from 60 to 475 dollars tied to rank and service length. The column notes varying bounty amounts by three and four year terms, with last drawn pay guiding the figures for a two year reenlistment option.
An obscured editorial style ad argues for Perральine as a general tonic to treat anemia chlorosis and debility among women. It markets iron salts as a remedy to regulate digestion stomach function and boost red blood cells using promotional language and a local drugstore reference.
The county board of education held its final meeting with all members present. They discussed appointing teachers, school buildings, bond financing, and the growing discount on bonds amid a tight money market. Several teachers were elected, marking the first regular meeting of the new board. Dan W. Shofner of Mt. Pleasant attended after illness.
The article notes J. W. Shofney and Miles Murphy voluntary retirements. It records their decision as part of a broader local administrative change, with emphasis on their service and planned departure from duties.
Maury County hosts the Middle Tennessee Experiment Station Farmers Convention August 10–12 with open meetings. Miss Margaret Ambrose, Home Demonstration Director for Tennessee, will speak Tuesday night on The Business and Community Spirit to both men and women in the Methodist Sunday School rooms.
Scattered showers Saturday night and Sunday morning brought some relief to the corn crop across the county. No large storms or heavy rainfall occurred, but locals say a good general rain is needed. Plows have been stalled by dry land and late corn tassels would benefit from a soaking rain. Pastures, though dry, have not yet suffered and are reported to be in better condition than expected.
Impurities in the blood are said to cause pimples hot eruptions and itchy irritations on the skin. The ad claims salves and lotions give only temporary relief and promises genuine relief through medical advice from Swift Laboratory in Alabama.
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