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Newspaper

Columbia Herald

Location

Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America

Date

Aug 07, 1908

Page

6

Fine horses for fair circuit spark interest in Maury region

Smith Thomas sails to Parette for Southern Palr Client opening. ten trotters and pacers compete, led by Sandy Hal and Lite Budde with fast halves from 1:04 to 1:09. Geers Direct and W. P. Woldridge’s green pacer challenge, while End less and The Preacher loom as runners. A. W. Holland travels from Pulaski to Fayetteville with three fast contenders.

Smith Thomas Parette Willy Palr Maury Ed. Geers Hind Old Fair Grounds Hal Pointer Smith Sandy Wuttee Geers W. P. Woldridge White Susie Marica Endless Alvis Preacher A.W. Holland Pulaski Columbia Fayetteville

Grand Family Medicine Electric Bitters Endorsed

Mr. Frank Conlan of 436 Houston St New York approves Electric Bitters as a grand family medicine for dyspepsia liver issues and weak kidneys. It purifies blood regulates digestion and restores vigor to both sexes. Sold under guarantee at Geo AL Corn's drug store 600.

Frank Conlan Houston St New York Jame Dack Geo Alcorn’s

Correction from John Trotwood Moore on barbecue remarks

John Trotwood Moore writes to The Herald to deny misquotation in coverage of his Indian Camp Springs barbecue speech. He says he spoke only on National issues and paid high tribute to President Roosevelt. He concluded with reading his poem Through the Narrows, tied to the fleet passage through the Narrows.

John Trotwood Moore The Herald Indian Camp Springs Roosevelt Moore Taylor-Trotwood Monthly Narrows

Land Sale Tyree Rhodes in Maury County Tennessee

In the Chancery Court of Maury County Tennessee an exponas directs the sale of Tyree Rhodes land in the 10th Civil District. The parcel totaling about 39.2 acres will be sold August 22 1908 at the courthouse door to the highest bidder for cash to satisfy a decree against Rhodes. The tract described begins at an oak and runs through a detailed metes and bounds survey referencing local landmarks and prior conveyance from John B Love to Rhodes.

Tyree Oak N. W. C Walnut Tree Rhodes John Love R.O. M.C Tyree Rhodes Court House Sherif Maury County

First Suit Aims at $100 Penalty Under 1907 Law

A case before Justice of the Peace H F Par int involves Thomas Bates and Otey Morrow contesting a $100 penalty under the 1907 act. The suit seeks release of a paid debt and potential judgment if the defendant refuses to release the mortgage. The action marks the first test of the statute’s constitutionality, with next hearing set for Saturday. Entities include H F Par int, Thomas Bates, Otey Morrow, and the 1907 act Chapter 472.

Justice of the Peace H. FP Otey Morrow Gulag Thomas Bates Ivdt Hjem Mabey

Folk objects to proposed merger in Tennessee protest

Nashville aug 5 state Insurance Commissioner Beau B Folk wired protests to the Provident Savings Life Assurance Co Louisville and to New Yorks insurance sup to oppose the amalgamation with the Intra Southern Insurance Co of Louisville The grounds cite Intras unsatisfactory condition per prior investigation Neither firm transacts business in Tennessee Folk revoked Providents Tennessee license last fall due to capital impairment The stock is held by New Yorkers linked to the 1929 money panic rumors said to portend control transfers

Nashville, Tenn Beau B. Folk Provident Savings & Life Assurance Co Louisville Superintendent of Insurance of New York Intra-Southern Insurance Co Provident Savings, Life Co Folk Bates Intra-Southern Co Tennessee Folk the Provident Assurance Co B. R. Thomas

Burglars Fight With Guards At Elite New York Estate

On the Converse Manor estate near Greenwich a pistol duel erupted between three burglars and the night watchman. The attackers fled after shots rang out as wealthy director of United States Steel Corporation Mr. Converse rushed to aid the guard. A car with three men was seen speeding toward Benford after the exchange. a collie’s barking alerted the house, and the burglars fled with one guard initially restrained.

Benford N. Y Mr. Converse

Marquis Charette Reports Infirmary Theft

Marquis Charette, Louisville society figure, was reportedly robbed at Norton Infirmary after appendicitis. He says a burglar entered his room at Seelbach's Hotel, stealing two 20 and two 10 dollar bills, a gold watch, and other jewelry. He is linked to Miss Andonette Polk and the late Van Leer Polk.

Louisville Marquis Charette Sons of Louisville Society Norton Infirmary Seelbach’s the Marquis Charett Andonette Polk Maury County van Leer Polk

Kidney Remedy Ad Warns Against Immune Errors

An old advertisement asserts no one is immune from kidney trouble and promotes Foley's Kidney Remedy to treat kidney or bladder issues. The ad claims the remedy can reach any case within medical means, referencing GEO and CORN.

Foley Irrow Geo Alex Corn

Dean's Regulats Offer Gentle Constipation Relief

A mild easy action for the bowels using a single dose of Deans Regulats. The treatment cures habitual constipation and costs 25 cents per box. Ask your druggist for them.

Dean

House of Lords Passes Pension Bill in Final Form

London July 31 The old age pensions bill passed the House of Lords in the form adopted by the Commons. The bill was sent back to the Commons yesterday with Cromer related amendments rejected by the Commons.

London House of Lords House of Commons Commons Lord Cromer

Gregory May Get Brock's Place in District Attorney Lineup

Special to The Herald Nashville July 31 E L Gregory of Mt Pleasant is the probable successor to Lee Brock as Assistant District Attorney when Brock becomes referee in bankruptcy Wade of DeKalb county is also mentioned for the place. Foley's Kidney Reamy will cure kidney or bladder trouble not beyond medicine. No medicine can do more GEO S ALCORN

Herald Nashville Foley GEO Alcorn

Policeman Shoots Rabid Dog on South Garden Street

Lancaster officer shot and killed a mad dog on South Garden street this morning. The dog was described as dangerous and rabid with an unknown owner or origin.

Lancaster South Garden Street

Awful Death of Little Child in Summertown Yard

Pauling, the young daughter of Mr and Mrs Joe Parish, Summertown, was scalded to death Tuesday while at play in the family yard. A playful pet calf knocked over a large kettle of scalding water, spilling it onto the child and causing fatal burns after hours of suffering.

Pauling Joe Parish Summertown

How to Avoid Apendicitis

A historic note suggests most appendicitis cases stem from constipation and promotes Foley's Orino Laxative as a remedy. It claims the laxative stimulates the liver and bowels, restores natural bowel function, and is non-harsh and easy to take. The message includes a name and location reference GEO, ALCORN.

Foley

Suit Involving Big Sum Is Tried

In Centreville Tennessee a chancery court trial on James T Anderson v Hurricane Iron and Mining Company concluded with a jury ruling that Ad Chesser acted as a bona fide agent in selling land to Anderson. The case hinges on authorization to sell and may go to the supreme court if appealed.

Centreville Tenn Chancery Court James T. Anderson Hurricane Iron & Mining Company Anderson Ad Chesser Humphreys Perry Hickman Chesser Stout Supreme Court Nashville Columbia Hurricane Mining Co Maury County Beaver Dam Springs George Campbell Brown Spring Hill A. N. Akin John W. Fry George Killebrew Board of Call Fry Standard OU Co Brown Ad Chessor Chessor HM. Hatcher

Foley's Honey and Tar Advertisement Claiming Asthma Relief

An old advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar as immediate relief for asthma and coughs. It claims cures for many cases resistant to other treatments and emphasizes the product contains no harmful drugs. Signed Qeo. B. Alcorn.

Foley QEO B. Alcorn

Four Negros Lynched by Mob Near Russellville

Special to The Herald Russellville Kansas reports four Black men lynched at a makeshift gallows in the pre dawn hours. Names listed include Virgil Jones and John Doser Riley, with others identified as Browder and Jas. Cunninghen. A white man Marked as witness pinned a note of warning on Virgil Jones. Local jailers were forced to open the jail to the mob. A lingering threat remains for those involved.

Russellville Jno Virgil Jones John Doser Riley Gelock Maskey Vised Browder

Pensions for Old Soldiers in Tennessee This Quarter

Comptroller Dibrell's office will process about 3,000 pension vouchers and mail checks totaling around 95,000 dollars to Confederate pensioners in Tennessee. Vouchers will be executed, awarded to the Comptroller's office, and filed for the quarter. Checks go out in September, matching last year's distribution.

Comptroller’s Office Nashville Tenn Dibrell Comptroller's Tennessee

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