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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1906
Page
8
Mrs Scruggs seeks divorce and alimony after her elopement with Dr W J Davie and reported abduction. Davie sues Scruggs for 25000 damages claiming alienation of his wife’s affections. Arrest warrants issued for Floppers and related legal action noted.
The eighth full car of cantaloupes left Calleoka Timeday and more shipments followed as farmers marketed the bulk of the crop. Rain lowered yields but returns remained satisfactory with about ten cars yielding $5,680 at an average of $1.42 per crate.
Major Lem Long, a respected Civil War veteran and longtime Columbia figure, died suddenly Sunday night in Summertown where he spent the summer. Born 1827 near his current home, he was a staff officer under Gen Gideon Pillow and left five children. Funeral services were held Tuesday at his residence and interment followed at St John’s church Ashwood.
Ging Tennie Boyd of Nashville fractured both bones in her left leg above the ankle while visiting Miss Ethel Caldwell on Theta Pike. The girls were jumping a fence when Boyd stepped on a rock.
In Brownsville Texas Aug 17 both sides brace for a fight amid tension from clashes between local citizens and black troops. The Citizens Committee says troops stay while an investigation proceeds and state troops will not be sent. Madge James B Wells heads home and Hailey plans to seek Washington action to remove the troops. Fort McIntosh troops near Lardo are kept in check to avert trouble while Maj Penrose leads an inquiry.
Maury County Republicans met at the courthouse to choose delegates for the Congressional Convention at Lawrenceburg on September 1. Delegates named include Hi Gregory H D Rubin W A Quarterman J W Jackson Sherman McAdams W A Shannon West Nicholas Marshall McKinsick D V Bampo e D K Miner R S Hopkins J C Hickman B Paris Luther Parrins A M Hughes H T Farris C C Amick Wm Barker. The body adopted seven resolutions praising protectionism, Roosevelt administration achievements, national prosperity, and urging unity for the Republican slate in Congress Governor and Legislature. They endorsed H Clay Evans for Governor and recommended E L Gregory as Railroad Commissioner, urging support at Lawrenceburg.
Maury county relatives received a telegram Tuesday announcing the death of Capt. W. D. Bethell at his Denver home Sunday night. He died nearly simultaneously with his brother in law Major Long. Bethell, from a wealthy Maury family, lived near Ashwood and owned the Bethell House built by his father. He married Cynthia Pillow. survivors include his wife, a son William of Redland California and daughters Mrs Foster of Denver and Mrs Edrington of Memphis. His health had declined for a year and the Denver interment saw several children buried there.
J B Snodgrass of Sparta Tenn will publish a weekly paper in Enrlville named the Hermitage Democrat. The issue will advocate for William Jennings Bryan and his policies, signaling a strong political stance.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss pure white lead paint and the claim that only pure material should be sold to ensure informed decisions. The text hints at a call for absolute purity standards and consumer awareness in choosing paint products.
Collier Pure White Lead and mixed with Pure Linseed Oil offered by NATIONAL COMPANY reeman Avendran Cincinnati. For sale by Greta slave dealers and by all dealers.
A Saturday afternoon electric storm struck the Pulaski pike area near Mr. and Mrs. Warfield, killing a large mare instantly beside her colt. A ball of lightning also knocked Frank Lander Jr and Job Fleming to the ground. Lander recovered with minor scratches after tumbling about ten feet from the tree.
Major Martin, campaigning for the Columbia Military Academy, returned home white from the road. Prof. Hardy also came back from a successful canvass. There is room for about a dozen more boys in the dormitories and vacancies should fill before school opens.
The text asserts no artificial flavoring is added to Old Tennessee Royal Brazil smoking tobacco and states the product is sold at grocery and cigar stands. It credits Brittain Tobacco Works as the producer.
The Democratic Congressional Committee appeals to Democratic voters in Washington on August 15 1906 for financial support to fund campaign literature and activities. Chairman Griggs asks for a $1 contribution to reveal graft in government and elect a Democratic House, promising copies of literature in return and thanking supporters.
Col H G Evans of Colombia announces candidacy for Railroad Commissioner to fill the Middle Tennessee vacancy after Nell McKennie’s death. He cites a Confederate service record, long commercial traveling experience, and party loyalty. Endorsed by district state committeeman Flournoy English, with broad Middle Tennessee support.
Columbia edged Nashville 3 to 2 in a tense Riverside Park matchup. Pitcher Stamps struck out sixteen, allowed five hits, with Stamps and Spindle credited on the mound and Umpire Tucker calling the game.
The Democratic Committee in Nashville Tennessee announces it will not nominate a candidate for Railroad Commissioner tomorrow. The committee men and candidates have decided to postpone the matter several weeks. The notice notes cautious steps by leaders amid ongoing party strategy.
In Dallas on August 1 Thomas M. Campbell of Rusk Texas was nominated by the Democratic party for Governor of Texas. A lawyer and former general manager of the International & Great Northern Railway he becomes the second native Texan to hold the post. The convention featured a long ballot and pro rata shifts as Campbell, Colquitt, and Bell survived after Brooks was dropped.
Sheriff-elect Love Webb, after care full consideration and advice from friends, has announced a list of deputies. He pledged twenty promises before the election to appoint an efficient cabinet for best county and public service. Some appointees are proven. others come highly endorsed, making the lineup appear fortunate. The cabinet table shows Old versus New names with ranks and dates.
Local ad lists wide discounts from a general store on ladies garments and accessories. Items include vests, hose, gloves, belts, and lace pieces with prices ranging from a few cents to a few dollars. Household and garden goods appear under Annex offerings such as ice cream freezers, dippers, traps, fly papers, fruit jar tops, cleaning supplies, sprinklers, marling oil, and fishing gear with low price points.
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