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Newspaper

Columbia Herald

Location

Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1921

Page

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Lieutenant Wann tells graphic story of greatest air disaster

Flight Lieutenant Wann and Norman Walker described the ZR 2 disaster over Hull. The dirigible exploded, buckled, and fell into the Humber. sixteen Americans and twenty seven British were killed. Wann said the event happened in five seconds as girders gave way and debris struck the water.

United Preach Hull England Humber United Press A. H. Wann Norman O. Walker Wann Ina Hull Hospital

Lee Declares for Law and Order in Sheriff Race

Lee declares for law and order on the eve of the Democratic nomination for sheriff, answering voters’ questions from a mass meeting of women. He states a firm stance without wavering, aligning with a strict enforcement platform.

Lee LAW and Order Lee Cone Calilotes Democratic Nomison

Canadian Steamer Sinks Off Washington Coast

The Canadian Importer sank early today off the Washington coast after taking on water. Rescue efforts by the steamer Cordova saved part of the crew while one lifeboat with several crew members remains missing.

United Press Seattle Shington Cordova

Prof Pullen to teach in county school

Prof Charles A. Pullen arrives from Henry Tremessee en route to Hampshire to become principal. He has six years teaching experience and graduate training from Middle Tennessee Normal. He will be assisted by a staff to be announced.

Charles A. Pullen Henry Tremessee Hampshire Mr. Pallen Middle Tennesere Normal Mr. Pullen

Fanatics Burn Homes as White Inhabitants Flee

United Press dispatch from Bombay reports a violent outbreak amid voting chaos with mad mob excesses as townsfolk flee and troops rush to disperse the fanatics. The Malversion area sees homes burned and civilians terrified. authorities promise swift action to restore order.

United Press Ombay Wydnd

Germans Sign Treaty Of Peace With America

Berlin reports that the German American peace treaty was signed this afternoon at 5 o clock ending the state of war since April 6 1917. The accord mirrors the Knox Porter resolution and follows secrecy over terms debated at Versailles. Senator Knox influence noted as basis for the treaty.

United Press Berlin United States Germany P. C. Knox Pennsylvania

Growing Strawberries in Culleoka to Boost Local Economy

Culleoka residents plan a Wednesday meeting at the cantaloupe house of Suleoka Produce Company to discuss growing strawberries. Experts will explain benefits including early income, land improvement, strong prices, and community cooperation, with at least 100 acres pledged and first crops expected in 1923.

Culooka Canteloupe Suleoka Produce Company Harwell B. Park The Community Club

Mrs Sallie Frakes Claimed by Death in Gallatin

Mrs Sallie Frakes wife of the late J A Frakes died at 4 46 pm Wednesday at her daughter's home in Gallatin after a long illness She was a devout Methodist and a widely known Gallatin woman Survived by five children Ewing Frank James and Gordon Frakes of this town a daughter Mrs W T Donahoe The funeral was held in Gallatin with interment at Merck? bot

Sallie Frakes J. A Frakes W. T. Donahoe Gallatin Long Dura Ton

County council gathering at Middle Tennessee Experiment Station picnic

Members of the county council of agriculture will attend a Saturday picnic at the Middle Tennessee Experiment Station. They will hear President Porter present state meeting results on a farm bureau federation and consider a future referendum on ratifying the state constitution. The event promises ample food, ice water, and social time.

County Council of Agriculture Middle Tennessee Experiment Station Porter Nashville Farm Bureau Federation

Harding Replies to Taylor About Muscle Shoals Visit

Special to The Herald from Nashville reports President Roosevelt’s secretary responded to Governor Taylor regarding Mr. Harding visiting Muscle Shoals during his proposed Alabama trip. The letter states the President cannot promise now but hopes to include Muscle Shoals in the trip schedule.

Herald Nashville Tenn Gov Taylor Harding Muscle Shoals Alabama Musdle Shoals

Pulaski Boy Dies at King's Daughters Hospital

William Edward Hayes, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. George Hayer of Pulaski, died at King's Daughters hospital at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday after being brought from Pulari for an operation. The body was to be transported to Hiversbure for interment.

William Edward> Hayes George Hayer Pulaski King’s Daughters Hospital Pulari Ute Trom

State Board Examines County Land Values in 1919 Depreciation Trend

Attorney Peeples for the State Board of Equalizers conducts testimony in Maury County to compare land values now with 1919 figures after the Roberts tax law. Witnesses from four districts report depreciation around thirty percent, with possible adjustments in assessments by the state board. Reach to reconvene the county board may occur about a month.

Thomas H. Peotiltes State Board of Equalizers Peebles Columbia Peesles Comty State Board Maury County

Juniors Plan Meeting On Dues Reduction At The Ball

The junior council will meet tomorrow night at the Herald building ball to discuss reducing dues. A vote on lowering the death item is expected, with attendees to be polled on the amount of the reduction. The gathering anticipates a turnout as the issue divides members.

Albert Matthews Squire Matthews Mt. Pleasant Eoitor A. R. Matthews Tral Council of Herald Tt In Lis Uilbion

Sinn Fenners Reply Peace Offers Received

London officials did not comment on the contents of a note received this afternoon. The note reportedly contains ten British peace offers in response to Sinn Fenners.

Sinn Fenners London

Sinn Fein Reply To British Peace Offer Read In Dublin

The Sinn Fein delegation returned a response to the British peace terms, saying everything is coming out all right. The Dial Kirenon held a final secret session today and distributed tickets for a public meeting slated for tomorrow in Dublin.

Dial My United Press Dublin Sinn Fon London Dial Kirenon Nes

Miners March on Marmet in West Virginia

United Press reports five thousand miners, many armed, march toward Marmet to protest martial law. Governor Morgant telegraphs the war department urging 1,000 federal troops be rushed to halt the invasion as miners advance like an army. Stores are reportedly commandeered during the march.

United Press Charleston W. Va Marmet Mingo Lofan Morgen War Department

Abernathy Returns to Duties for County Council Exhibit

County Agent 5 G Abernathy resumes work after a stay in Maryville. He will devote much time to assembling and preparing the county council exhibit for the state fair in Nashville.

G. Abernathy Maryville Mr. Abernathy County Council Nashville

Cullenka Fair Committee Set to Meet Friday Night

The Cullenka community fair committee will convene Friday night with all members expected in attendance. The Cullenka exhibit of farm products is anticipated to be among the best in the event.

Cullenka Community Orinization Cullenka

Poll tax receipts lag as Columbia election nears

With two days left until the Dalett municipal race voters must show poll tax receipts sixty days in advance. Trustees note dues were paid and no mayoral challenger has yet emerged against Jacob Dewitt and Mayor W C Cherry. Political whispers say candidates may still enter, despite limited public enthusiasm and low pay for board service.

Columbia J. Rose Bypma Bia Jacob- Dewitt W. C. Cherry

Education Board to Meet Sept 6

The county board of education will convene in a called session on Monday September 5 to address important business. Members agreed quarterly meetings are impractical for this county due to the workload and a set schedule will be announced. Teachers express concern while questions arise about the county's budget and program funding.

County Board of Education Suseion

Ex Officers Plot Murder Obregon Arrested Today

Four former officers were arrested in Mexico City on August 25 for conspiracy to kill President Obregon. Police and General Perec of the Mexican army stated the men plotted to execute the president and to mail a letter detailing the plan to the United States.

Obregon Mexico City Preetdi Ober Perec Wich Erlaney President Obregom United States

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