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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1907
Page
7
A Columbia Herald column humorously notes crossed telegraph wires and jokes about Attorney General Bonaparte and jail for trusts. It mocks weather, Ramesses the Great, and a Philadelphia slot-meter thief, puncturing public affairs with light satire.
The article notes wind and frost affect crops, with frost damage in Canada lifting grain prices. Despite near average wheat prospects here, unseasonable weather risks Canada’s crop, yet US yields remain strong and prices rise as markets react to cross-border conditions.
William Jennings Bryan, in Peoria, responded to Robert G. Ingersoll’s 1896 election comment. He dismissed Ingersoll as an authority on the future and said there is no hereafter for anyone, in a reply sent while en route to the South.
Nashville American columnist 8 A Craig criticizes the last Legislature for not passing an antifree pass bill and condemns widespread advocacy of free passes among lawmakers. He notes Gov Patterson’s push in his message, yet argues the governor favored railroads to bolster his political machine. The article suggests the L & N railroad traded influence for political influence rather than concessions from the governor.
The Herald criticizes the Columbia Water and Light Company for poor phone service during business hours and unreliable power. It urges better customer communication, support for mayoral candidates to address the issue, and potential city action to improve service, including possible purchase or franchise termination if improvements are not made. The piece emphasizes protecting public welfare over company interests.
The Herald argues for Joseph W Folk of Missouri as a strong alternative to William Jennings Bryan, suggesting Folk could poll more votes on election day. It urges harmony among Democrats in Nashville to unite a delegation to the National convention with no prejudice or bitterness for the party’s best interests.
The governor allegedly obtained a $3,500 warrant from the comptroller and diverted the funds through a Memphis bank for personal use, not for mansion maintenance. The governor’s supporters deny the misappropriation, while papers push for full disclosure amid the emerging controversy.
The Chattanooga Times reports a governor funded a $3,600 maintenance allotment via a late legislative substitution. Critics label the move grafting while noting the governor’s agent Senator Mansfield backed it, though several senators opposed. The piece also questions a $500 Senate speaker excess and argues salaries should be fixed by law.
An obscure dispatch from Virginia reports an angler catching a black bass with a fly weighing four pounds. The note asks how big the fish was and closes with a subscription tease for the Herald.
Citizens are invited to inspect a genuine Hot Springs Pebble specimen weighing several pounds on display in a window at Dr. H. G. Roskind's establishment, No 24 Public Square, Columbia. The vendor claims the stone is unlike any previously seen in the country.
McKennon, Andersen and Foy quote fabrics at $1.60 per yard and $1.50 per yard respectively, reflecting market variations for yardage in local trade.
The Columbia Military Academy campus is near capacity with dorm rooms filled and plans to house more students. Prof. Hardy adds fourteen more boarders, a guard-house room, and a waiting list is expected. The school spends about 3850 dollars per boarding pupil annually, totaling around 43470 locally, while emphasizing character and local advertising value.
The article explains why John Sharp received only 684 more votes than Vardaman, citing Williams' clothing and Vardaman's dapper appearance as factors. Some rural voters were misled by the immaculate look of Vardaman, leading to their ballots.
The Nashville American surveys presidents sons in public service. It notes Robert T. Lincoln served as minister to Great Britain and as secretary of war in Garfield's cabinet. Frederick D. Grant holds a high army post while Jesse Grant proposes as a Democratic presidential nominee. James R. Garfield becomes Civil Service Commissioner under Roosevelt, after a prior offer to Harry A. Gayfell.
A fragment references a remark on beer and ice cream health effects as echoed by the Atchison Globe. The note suggests a man who drinks beer seeks justification for negative ice cream health impacts.
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