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Newspaper

Columbia Herald

Location

Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America

Date

Aug 20, 1920

Page

7

Starks Three Ring Circus to Visit Columbia August 25

The Starks Three Ring Circus brings a 34th annual tour to Columbia on Wednesday August 25 with double-length trains and a 10000-seat tent at South Side Driving park Two daily performances and a 2 mile parade at 1030 am feature Miss Flora Bedini famed rider and performance acts tracing back to Ringling Brothers heritage The show promises extraordinary features and a grand parading procession through the city streets.

United States Starks Columbia Tto Yas Flora Bedini He- Alteo Sparks Circus Wis Ringling Brothers Spraks Circus

County Faces Sharp Population Drop Since 1910 Census

An official bulletin from the census office reports a heavy population decline across the county over the past decade. Fifth and Sixth Districts each show about a thousand fewer residents, with white and Black demographics shifting unevenly and significant loss concentrated in several northern districts.

Merry County Pion Chan

Herald reports of convention fine

The Daily Herald praises comprehensive coverage of the farmers convention. John A. Foy agricultural editor lauds the reports as clear and useful, noting strong reader interest and favorable comments from local farmers and columnists. He commends White in Columbia and Missoned for their roles in shaping the issue.

Daily Herald Herald Fener John A. Foy Nasty Tormessean Naxheli Tennes Sulay Avith Nmch Nader Farmers of Ho Columbia Farmers Convention

County Agricultural Day Seen as County’s Best Yet

County Agent McLean predicts a record turnout of exhibits for Maury County Agricultural Day with strong council support. Prizes will honor farm products and canning efforts by girls and boys clubs. Previous displays at the courthouse surpassed two hundred and organizers aim to exceed that for this year. Farmers urged to plan entries now to showcase the county’s best agricultural products.

Maury County Belleon McLean Court House

Lime for Clover Land Arriving Now

Twenty two? The Daily Herald notes thirty seven cars of lime for alfalfa and clover lands in Maury County arrived yesterday with more deliveries to follow. Farmers urgently need lime to ready land for clover as soon as mobilization permits.

Daily Herald Maury County

Blood Purifier S S S Promoted as Vital Health Aid

An old advertisement extols the blood purifier S.S.S. claiming ninety percent of ailments stem from blood condition. It urges prompt cleansing of the system and keeping blood pure, offering free literature and medical advice from Chief Medical Adviser Swift in Atlanta.

S.S.S Swift Itory Atlanta Gay

Hospitality of Doddies Praised at Mid Tennessee Convention

Delegates praised Columbia hospitality as Middle Tennessee farmers left for home after three days of sessions. News notes rooms filled, visitors hosted by private homes, and a strong turnout from many counties, with Cunningham commending local ladies for support and efficient service. A large Aberdeen Angus sale followed, attracting buyers from several states.

T. L. Cunningham Columbia Middle Tennessee Mr. Cunningham Cunningham Jim City Ateasion

Fayetteville County Schools Building Inspection

Prof Mit and Prof Harris visited Fayetteville to inspect the County High School building. They praised the facilities and discussed plans for a new building with Payetteville deliberations and Columbia guidance forthcoming.

Mit Fligh Schol Fayetteville County High Schol Harris Pitt Culnmntca Payetteville Piot City Board of Education Columbia Wigit

Edwin Turner Takes Insurance Post and Club Secretary Role

Edwin Turner has accepted a position with Hendley, Miumas & Men ley, to handle insurance duties and take Lexie's secretary role at the Anantis Club. He will begin next Monday, filing all membership applications and handling insurance applications including fire, life, tornado and accident policies. He is expected to perform efficiently, with prospects of keeping Lexie as a benchmark.

Edwin Turner Insurancs Hendley, Miumas & Menley Alecia Nix Lonaville & Nashville Railroad Co Turner Apo Edwin Lex Anantis Club More Pdwin Anchies Club Lexie

Farmers Ready Sow Crimson Clover

Friday's Daily Herald notes strong crimson clover results in Man ry county with seed prices slump signaling a bumper crop this coming month. Agricultural Agent McLean urges sowing twelve pounds per acre with rye, or one bushel rye per acre, when land is ready. Crimean clover now at 2.40 per bushel. cautions against sowing in corn.

Daily Herald Manry County Vonty McLean Uds Jis Avery Serliam Jarrow Gidition

Sugar Glut Replaces Shortage Amid Cheap Prices

A period of feared sugar scarcity did not materialize as supplies surged. Prices dropped with hundred pounds costing about $21, while earlier costs neared $27.40. Frying issues and distribution limits remain, and freight rate increases are expected to push some prices higher. Potatoes and baked goods face supply and digestion concerns as freight costs rise.

Sigur Wold Faye Sma Hess

Plan Campaign for McCrory School Homemakers Building Plan

Campaign plans by President Frank Porter to boost Middle Tennessee County Council agriculture membership. A basket dinner and meetings at Middle Tennessee Experiment Station are planned to energize members and recruit new ones. Budget constraints and local funding for the schoolhouse at McCrory’s are noted amid a countywide effort.

CRORY Middle Section County Council Middle Tennessee Station Tim Council of Agriculture Frank Porter Dne Efort Warell Bss Hanting Middle Tennessee Lawrence Montgomery Provident Porters Ted Fh

Women elected officers in county council meeting

About one hundred women attended the program as county councils elected officers for the coming year. Mrs. Sullivan was named president, Mrs. Brown vice president, and Mrs. Wells secretary. Addresses on Woman's New Duty poultry and farm life were given, with demonstrations and a talk on Parc Fanning as a Occupation for Women. An actress from Mix Margaret Am Loose spoke on county councils of vericulture.

Kate M. Wells Daily Herald Alor Wall of the Middle Tennessee Farmers Incumute Thurecoy Mya Sullivan Madison Staton Lucar P. Brown Franklin Columbia Chart Walliams Sullivan Madison Station Ada L. Morris Waverly K. C. Davis Peahardy College Parry Fanning Mix Margaret Am- Loose Ambrose’ Midres Counell Tur Farm

Unclear OCR Event In Colamba and Santa Fe Court

Fragmentary OCR reads as Tanlee in Colamba by Boil srr Wr Court Santa Fe and BODS from Hemp shire Med J city dine co Laon Drng Co Retupehinn Wien Bon Sandret Vali om FAVED.

Colamba Santa Fe Hempshire City Dine Co Laon Drng Co Retupehinn Wien & Bon Sandret Vali Om Faved

Polish Delegation Meets Polsheviki at Front Commission

Polish delegation at the Bolsheviki commission at the front today will meet negotiations tomorrow, according to foreign office officials.

Polsheviki Oalted Press Pridsy Daily Herald Ouvices Foreign Office

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