Culleoka News Roundup Keeps Busy With School and Socials
August notes from Culleoka report church meetings with Rev. Porter aiding Rev. Hudson, a 20 to 18 win by Culleoka over Robinsons Fork, and near term ball games against Arsenal and Hampshire Sloggers. Local visits, ill-health, and travel fill a long town diary with names, appointments, and school preparations.
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Culleoka
Pla
Cumberland
Porter
Hudson
Robinson
Arsenal
Hampshire
Pearl Sparks
Thomas
Weimar
Texas
Tom
Mabel Fowler
Babe Texas
Mabel
San Antonio
Benson Evins
Parkes
KE. J. Park
Annie Hightower
Bore Taylor
Barbara
Charley Cheek
Fayetteville
Campbell
Susie Abernathy
M. K. Abernathy
Blanche Scales
Hattie Witt
Louisiana
W. BR. Peebles
A. P. Walker
Leath
Dora Evins
Dan Garrett
Lynnville
Harris & Graham
Misses Compton
Nashville
Indigestion Relief With Pre Digested Oil Claim
An anecdotal report from John Canada of Nashville claims Pre Digested Oil cures indigestion after meals, enabling him to eat solids again. The ad segment also touts Brown Oil Ointment for sores and skin ailments, with several signatories.
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John Canada
Putnam Street
Nashville
P. D.O
P. DO
W. P. Woldridge
A. B. Raina
Harlan & Crosthwait
J. A. Titcomb
Alcorn
Alex McKay Narrowly Escapes Injury in Contiac Race
In Ir Contiac last week during the 2:28 pacing class heat, Alex McKay nearly suffered serious harm when the leading horse stumbled, toppled a rival, and threw McKay from the sulky. He escaped injury while a stable boy finished the race and won second place as McKay, with his horses, is in Loganport this week.
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Alex McKay
Contiac
Mr. McKay
Alex
Logansport
Ind
Dr King’s New Discovery Cures Bronchitis and Asthma
All were saved by Dr. King’s New Discovery for Consumption. J H Johnston of Broughton Ga. suffered untold bronchitis misery and was cured. His wife’s asthma also cleared. Trial bottles free at W P Woldridge’s drug store with guaranteed bottles available in 6c and 1.00.
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J. H. Johnston
Broughton
W. P Woldridge
Runaway Horse Crash Injures Hickman Couple in Tennessee
In Lynnville Tennessee Mr and Mrs Jamea Hickman were traveling to church when their horse bolted. Mr Hickman, weighing 250 to 900 pounds, was thrown out and dragged about half a mile, suffering pain and bruises but no broken bones. Mrs Hickman remained in the buggy until it was crushed, escaping with a sprained arm and light injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynnville
Tenn
Jamea
Hickman
Waco
World’s tallest tree on government land in Sierra Nevada
Agricultural Department reports a giant tree on government property in the Sierra Nevada Mountains measured six feet above the ground and 154 feet 8 inches in circumference, about 51 feet in diameter. Hunters recently discovered it, and steps will be taken to spare the tree. George Dazey, once behind the Dobbins and Dazey firm in Nashville, has died in Oakland, California.
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The
Agricultural Department
Sierra Nevada Mountains
George Dazey
Dai
Dobbins & Dazey
Nashville
Oakland
California
Bringing Up the Children. A Mother's Guide From Experience
A veteran mother argues for personalized parenting over rigid rules. She urges mothers to know their own and their child’s temperaments, teach self reliance, balance rights and duties, foster gratitude, and require early self help and simple chores. Implicit obedience and restraint from meddling are stressed to keep homes welcoming.
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Epee
Botanic Blood Balm Claims Cure for Rheumatism and Catarrh
An advertisement promotes Botanic Blood Balm as a universal remedy for rheumatism and catarrh. It claims to kill the poison in blood and provide pure blood supply, easing pains in bones and joints, throat irritation, and nasal catarrh. It notes old stubborn cases, offers trial treatment and free medical advice from Dr. Gillam in Atlanta Georgia.
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Dr. Gillam
Mitchell St
Atlanta
Slim
Race With Death Bet Involving Walter Gilmore
Walter N. Gilmore of San Francisco, ill with consumption, bet 8500 he could wheel a barrow to Omaha before death. He started with 111 pounds, reached Pueblo, Colorado, weighing 196, and kept taking on weight as he continued toward his goal.
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Walter N. Gilmore
San Francisco
Gilmore
Omaha
Pueblo
Col
Virginia Gentleman in a New York Car Scene
An American Virginian, proud and tall, rides a Madison Avenue streetcar with his wife, joking about electricity versus mules. The man boasts of Fauquier County and Richmond in a wandering, colorful monologue that draws the attention of fellow passengers and an irate inspector as the vehicle moves through the Bowery toward the city’s Criminal Court area.
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Virginia
Panama
Madison Avenue
Pulitzer
Trigmn
Eitha
Fauquin County
F'ginia
Bowery
Richmond
Nine feet nine inches of sore throat giraffe in care
The New York Tribune reports Miss Lacy the giraffe at Glen Island Zoo suffered a flu like throat illness. A cocaine spray provided relief, then a long flannel wrap encased the entire nine foot neck followed by a flannel gown. The procedure altered her appearance dramatically.
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Miss Lacy
Miss
Glen Island
Lacy
Frank Healey
Lucy
Fginian Defies Conductor Racks Up Eight Fares
In a tense streetcar episode a Fginian leapt up and declared the inspector insulted. He collected eight fares before the car lurched to a stop. He then aided his wife to the sidewalk and wished the company good day, the conductor pressing for payment. A fear seat passenger mused on Thad's nerve and independence.
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F'ignian
Neitah
Distressing Stomach Disease Promised Cure by Remedy
An advertisement claims the masterly power of South American Nervine onic can permanently cure stomach weakness and indigestion. It asserts immediate relief from the first dose and assures universal, safe recovery sold by A B Rains, druggist, with February 7 date.
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A B. Rains
Webb Family Reunion at Capt Webb’s Lin den residence
Linden correspondent for the Nashville American reports a Webb family reunion held this week at Capt W. Webb's residence one-half mile west of Linden. Guests included J M Webb deceased Mrs Nancy Guthrie deceased and Capt W C Webb with others from Nashville Columbia and local families. Dinner for twenty six featured several courses. Distinctive Webb relatives noted as musicians writers and professionals amid a long history of wealth and esteem in the area. Distance guests included M ary L Webb Beruive Lena Leota Webb Mrs M P Haggard Adelaide Haggard Webb and Paul Godwin of Columbia.
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Linden
Nashville American
Webb
M.ary L. Webb
Beruive
Lena
Leota Webb
M. P. Haggard
Adelaide Haggard
Nashville
Brown Godwin and Sons
Webb and
Paul
Columbia
Whiskey Seller Caught on Excursion Train
Officers Hooten and Staggs arrested a man named John Anderson on a Sunday for selling whiskey without a license aboard an excursion from Nashville. He confessed and was fined 25 dollars plus costs.
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Hooten
Staggs
John Anderson
Nashville
Coste
Giraffe Receives Unusual Treatment After Illness
A giraffe was treated with peroxide of hydrogen through a nine foot rubber tube after a large funnel bulb was inserted. The procedure required keepers on ladders 12 to 16 feet high and hours of effort. The giraffe resisted but gradually calmed and slept as the fever subsided.
Putnam Faceless Dyes Marketed By Retail Firms
Putnam Face less Dyes touted as brightest fastest and easiest to use sold by W P Woldridge and partners in Columbia Petty Morgan Co McCains Tennessee at local per package.
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Putnam
W. P. Woldridge
Columbia, Petty, Morgan & Co
McCains
Tenn
Foul Ball Injures Latta at Arsenal Game
John Latta son of Register Latta was hurt Friday at the Arsenal baseball game when a foul ball struck him in the mouth. Several front teeth were loosened and he remained at home for several days.
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John Latta
Register Latta
Arsenal
Young Latta
No Further News From Convicts Reported
No further information emerged from Primm Springs about the convicts seen Saturday in the area. A claim that two state guards visited the scene could not be confirmed.
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Primm Springs
Constables Elected in Last Thursday's Election List
The district results show elected constables for multiple districts including J J Shelley in District 1, D Stanfill District 2, P Harrin District 4, Pinkston District 4, J P Wilson District 5, Jeff Smith District 4, Jas Horne District 7, Eugene Alexander District 4, Bill Goad and W A Voas District 9, Ed Gray District 10, Robt Murphy District 11, Alex Lindsay District 12, Ben Harris District 18, Will McBride District 14, Jasper Lylew District 15, Oy Thompson District 16, A Moore District 17, An Fitzgerald District 14, C Good District 14, T Nesbitt District 2, Robt Davis District 2, Edge Bell District 2, Wincadde District 28, L E Sealy District 24, J P Harris District 26, Magistrates elect E White District 10 and J M Haywood District 20.
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J. J. Shelley
D. Stanfill
P. Harrin
Wat Pinkston
J. P. Wilson
Jeff Smith
Jas. Horne
Eugene Alexander
Bill Goad
W. A. Voas
Ed Gray
Robt. Murphy
Alex Lindsay
Ben Harris
Will McBride
Jasper Lylew
Oy, Thompson
Night Prowlers Try to Break Into Hutton Home
An attempted break in at the residence of J. L. Hutton occurred but intruders were frightened away. The prowlers were later reported near the home of Josie Harlan, prompting nearby residents to be alert.
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J. L. Hutton
Ureets
Josie Harlan
Insult to Injury In Court Outrage Cited
Anarchist proclaims, Such an outrage when he was handcuffed to a thief during court. Warden responds that the thief received five years in addition. Source notes Philadelphia Press style reaction to a courtroom exchange.
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Philadelphia Press
They needed, Silas How is your son the builder getting along
Silas asks about his son the builder while Ezra notes he would rate better if he had more patience. The dialogue pairs mention a doctor son as well, reflecting a conversational tone from the Chicago American.
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Silas
Gittin
Ezra
Chicago
A Stub In Point Gaffe Sparks Gazette Talk
A fragment from the Kers Gazette notes a joke about cigars and smoking here. The line suggests casual banter on keeping a cigar lit and the habit of letting it go out.
Dora How Many Times Did You Fuse Jack Before You
Ethel recalls only one attempt being made to fuse Jack, noting he seemed so discouraged that she was afraid to try again. New York Weekly.
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Dora
Jack
Ethel
N. Y
Merely a Joke Echoes Through An Ancient Family Tale
Mrs Gabble Miss Olde jokes about an ancient family tree while Mrs Spark Yes hovers as a judge. The fragment hints at a humorous court or social exchange, featuring quirky names and a playful dispute over lineage.
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Cox
New York
New York World
New York Tribune
Adams & Martin's
Cor. N. Main
Public Square
Prescription Druggista
Bell Tel
Webb Family Reunion
the Herald
W.j.oakrnhs
J. Oakes
N. Main St
Columbo Tenn
Uli Ly
Maury National Bank
Columbia, Tennessee
Carrrax
Board OF Directores
R. C. Church
A. B. Rains
G. T. Huces
A. Parker
A. F. Brown
R. W. McLemore
Ubert
Church
M. Cheairs
R. J. McKinney
J.D. Barrow
J.C. Wooten
W. M. Cheaira
J. P. Brownlow
J. R. Gracy
Jno
W. Fry
John W. Fry
J.J. Fleming
J. E. Brownlow
T. J. Rea
Bithal Howard, J. F. Brownlow
J. F. Brownlow
the Phoenix .”. Bank
Tennessee
Duipius
Board OF Directors
P. Street
Utton
Greenlaw
D. F. Watkins
J. P. Street
W. Friekson, Jr
J. L. Huttor
Process Records
Cgulumbia Phonograph Company
BalTimore Street
Baltimore, MD
Chie Jaja al Pos
Oklahoma
Indian Territory
Gatesvil
Anc
Gam Antonio
West
Deanne
Freeutojan
W.g.adams
T. P.A
Tear
E.W. Labeaume
T. A
ST. Louis
D. M. Watkins
Night Prowlers
Tull
Jill
Youkers Gazette
Tommy
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