Prohibition Plank Backed At Tennessee Republican Convention
The Howe Brownlow faction of the Tennessee Republican Party adopted a statewide prohibition plank at a Chattanooga convention. T Asbury Wright was nominated for governor. The platform endorsed Roosevelt, Taft, and Sherman, and calls for extending the four mile law statewide to curb alcohol sales and the Jug trade. Delegates from the First district attended, with many rank and file present.
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Chattanooga
Roosevelt
National Republican Party
William H. Taft
James S. Sherman
United States
Tennessee
Republican Party
Houk & Austin
First Congressional District
Walter Preston Brownlow
Tennessee “Ple Brigade
Brownlow
J. P. Penland
W. J. Tavis
How to Avoid Apendicide by Constipation in Children
A historical notice outlines constipation risks in young children and promotes Foley's Laxative as a gentle aid. The ad claims the product clears the liver and bowels, restoring bowel function without nausea, presenting Alcorn as the author or source.
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Foley
Tale
Union Service Draws Large Crowd at Cumberland Church
A Sunday night Union Service at First Cumberland Presbyterian drew an unusually large congregation. Dr Athey of First Baptist preached a strong gospel sermon. The Mundle was at its loveliest and Mrs C A Forgey delivered a notable solo.
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First Cumberland Presbyterian Church
Dr. Athey
First Baptist Church
C. A. Forgey
Auto Literature Mocks New Motor Novel
A reviewer quips that the latest motor novel reads more like a repair catalogue than a story, questioning the plot’s purpose and emotional pull. The remark frames the work as technical and utilitarian, casting doubt on its literary value.
Great Meeting for Education in the County Rally
A major educational rally will be held at the Athenaeum grounds on Saturday August 22 starting at 10 am. Eminent educators including Prof P P Cluxton of the University of Tennessee and Prof R Le Harned Clarksville city schools superintendent will speak on a vital cause for future citizens. County Superintendent Graham leads arrangements inviting educators and the public to bring dinners and attend for a memorable county education event.
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Athenaeum
Commonwealth
P. P. Cluxton
University of Tennessee
R. le Harned
Clarksville
State Board of Education
Graham
Othe
Electric Bitters Praised as Grand Family Medicine
Mr Frank Conlin of 436 Houston St New York extols Electric Bitters calling it a grand family medicine for dyspepsia liver troubles and weak kidneys It regulates digestion purifies blood and renews vigor for both sexes Sold with guarantee at Geos Alecorns drug store price 50 cents.
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Frank Conlin
Houston St
New York
GEOS
Alicorn's
Convention to Name Senator in 20th District
Democratic leaders from Maury Perry and Lewis counties call a senatorial convention in Hohenwald on September 22 1908 to nominate a candidate for the Upper House. Mass meetings in each county are ordered for September 19 to elect delegates, though Maury cites impracticability for a large county.
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Maury County
Perry County
John E. Greer
Senate
Lewis County
Segeant
Perry
Lewis Counties
Hohenwald
Vieriong
Custon
Lewis
Maury
General Assembly
A. B. Cooper
Dem
Thinks It Saved His Life King’s New Discovery
Laster M Nelnon of Naples Maine reports in a recent letter that De King’s New Discovery saved his life. The remedy, touted as a throat and lung cure for coughs colds and throat complaints, has stood at the head of its class for nearly forty years and is sold by GRO Abe Corn’s drug store in 50 cent and 1.00 sizes with a trial bottle available.
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Laster M. Nelnon
Naples
Maine
Gro
Abe Corn's
Mrs Emma C Sheppard Dies at 75 in Columbia West End
Mrs Emma C Sheppard wife of J M Sheppard Sr died suddenly at home in West End at about 10 30 am Monday heart trouble stated as the cause She was 75 born in Tennessee moved to Columbia as a girl and was a charter member and leading worker of the First Baptist Church of Columbia She is survived by her husband four children and a sister Dr W B Harrison of Columbia. She was cherished by her family and community.
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Emma C. Sheppard
J. M. Sheppard
West End
Benjamin Harrison
Columbia
W. B. Harrison
A. F. Burnley
Hurtsville
Teno
J. M. Sheppard, Jr
Sol T. Maxwell
J. W
Trude) Shelton
Sheppard
Ehurch
Lady Patronesses Meet Soon At Worms Fair
Ladies in charge of the Maury County Fair premiums distribute advance displays for pantry kitchen and craft sections. Mrs E H Hatcher director will summon city and district chairmen to plan the opening program and final arrangements. The organizers promise a bid of significance and a well executed event.
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Maury County
E. H. Hatcher
Wal
Kidney Remedy Claim From Foley’s In 1900s Ad
An old GEO. 8. AL CORN advertisement asserts Foley's Kidney Remedy can stop urinary irregularities and cure kidney or bladder trouble within medical reach. The piece frames kidney issues as universally disqualifying and promotes the remedy as a solution.
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Foley
Alcorn
Geo
Handsome Pair of Mules Sold at Tri-State Fair
J W Howard & Co of Columbia sold a pair of mules to R M Williams for the Tri-State Fair of Memphis. One mule weighed 1876 pounds and the other 1390 pounds, a matched pair described as among the finest from the county. Williams praised prospects for the Memphis event as the largest and best in the South.
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J. W. Howard & Co
Columbia
R. M. Willams
Memphis
Mr. Williams
Frank Dale
Bob Williams
Maury County
Howard & Co
Williame
Tri-State
South
W. J. Webster Jr
Ian Morgan, Jr
Wilams
Rains Improve Cantaloupe Crop In Tennessee
Special to The Herald from Culleoka Tennessee reports rains have boosted the cantaloupe crop after years of poor yields. Shipments are daily, quality is up, and with more rain the harvest is unlikely to fall short of last year. The piece also notes travel in the area and local personal updates.
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Herald
Culleoka
Tenn
Tom Smith
Colin County
Texas
George Smith
H. H. Gardner
N. D. Irvine
Nashville
Virginia Oliver
Harvey Parkes
Brownie Tomlinson
Sadie
Bessie Hardison
Eva Moore
Martin Adams
John Hobbs
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Proves Effective Cure
Rural Route 1 Cochran Ga resident Tom Moore writes of a sore on his face cured by Bucklen's Arnica Salve. He used less than half of a 25 cent box and achieved a perfect cure. Sold under guarantee at Alcorn's Drug Store in Georgia.
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Bucklen
Tom Moore
Cochran
Alcorn's
Hundred Barrels Potatoes per Acre Highlight Denton Record
C R Denton of Glendale stood out as a top county Irish potato grower. Across twelve measured acres he produced 1125 barrels merchantable and 225 barrels seed, selling merchantable stock to C D Park for 1.75 per barrel totaling 1508.75 and seed at 1.00 per barrel totaling 225, overall 2009.75 averaging high per acre. He expects a second crop bringing 50 to 75 per acre beyond. County news notes rising property values amid prosperous farming.
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C. R. Denton
Glendale
Mutry
Denton
Administration Defeat by 460 in Primary Delegates Vote
In last Thursday's primary 2,674 votes were cast as delegates for the Legislative Convention. Carmack ticket totals 1,468 and Patterson totals 1,004, giving an administration opposition margin of 460. Compromises in districts two and eighteen added 102 votes, bringing the county total to 2,574. If not for those compromises, the majority would likely reach at least 500.
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Legislaive
Carmack
Patterson
Eight Die as York Boiler Explodes at Mill
A massive boiler explosion at a York mill claims eight lives and injures many. Rescue crews battled chaos as ambulances and wagons ferried injured away. A nearby plant suffered heavy damage and debris littered the area.
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York
John Clern
Benjamin Bremler
Harry Sea
Paolo Paci
Alfred Struck
John
Harry Feger
Colum
Edward Fitler
Mariotio
York Hus!'al
Broomar, Schmidt & Stead Co
Oii
Cured Hay Fever and Summer Cold Prescription Story
A. A. Nusbaum of Batesville describes suffering three months last summer from a severe cold and hay fever. After ineffective medicines, Foley's Honey and Tar quickly cured him, with his wife also noting success. He endorses the remedy for these symptoms.
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Nusbaum
Batesville
Foley
Continental Insurance Offer Promises Low Rates
When it comes to insurance the Best is the Cheapest, but the Continental charges no more for its policies than agents of many less responsible companions ask for theirs. Farm business solicited PARRELL and LIPSCOMB, Agents.
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Continental
Parrell & Lipscomb
Announcement of Woman's Work at Maury County Fair
Neatly printed folders detailing premiums for the Woman's Department are being sent out by General Manager McGaw. The department aims to be the best in the fair's history with Mrs. Hatcher and her assistants at work and drawing encouragement. Circulars available from Mrs. Hatcher or at Woldridge's drug store.
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Maury County Fair
McGaw
Hatcher
Maury County Land Sale in Rhodes Estate Chancery Case
In Maury County Tennessee Tyree Rhodes property seized by a chancery court decree to satisfy a judgment. An execution issued directs sale of a described 39.2 acre tract in the 10th Civil District at Columbia by a public auction at the courthouse. Sheriff to conduct sale to the highest bidder for cash on a specified August date in 1908.
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Tyree Rhodes
Chancery Court
Maury Courty
Tennessee
Chai
Columbia
Ward Court
Maury County
Oak N. W. C
Beening
Rhodes
John
Love
Deel
Irecord BR. O. M
Coimbra
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