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Newspaper

Columbia Herald

Location

Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1917

Page

5

Petition for Early Primary Presented to Maury D E C

A petition signed by prospective candidates asks Maury County Democratic executive committee chair W. Whitthorne to assemble on the first Monday in September for a primary to nominate county officers. Supporters seek an early vote to avoid winter campaigning while some oppose more elections during wartime. The chairman has not acted yet and the committee may meet soon to decide.

W. ©. Whitthorne Maury County Democratic Executive Committee S. A. Hays J. J. Pogue Joe T. Anderson J. R. Burns J. D. Cathey W. E. Alexander T. L. McLean John P. Cheek H. H. McCandler Fred Latta E. D. Looney A. W. Lipscomb J. T. McKnight Whitthorne Democratic Party

Revival Effort Underway for Bob Jones Meeting in Town

Progress reported for the My Union Tabernacle revival in Columbia led by Rev. Bob Jones of Montgomery with pianist and choir director. The executive committee at First Presbyterian organized all committees and set dates, inviting every city and county resident to participate in the Maury county revival.

My Union Tabernacle Bob Jones Montgomery First Presbyterian Church J. C. Molloy Wm. B. Ricks 8. D. Logan J. F. Brownlow C. A. Sloan Sam Holding S. D. Logan W. P. Fleming E. P. Turner W. P. Woldridge Jno W. Fry W. P. Boyd Rosa Barnett E. E. Erwin J. H. Barber The Tabernacle America Columbia Maury County

Optimist and pessimist clash over the pearls in life

Quip exchanges frame a debate on perception and luck with a witty line about finding pearls. The dialogue contrasts hopeful and wary viewpoints, spotlighting a playful take on optimism versus pessimism.

Extra Bargains In Maury County Farms Prices From 8 To 12

Our Farm No 1062 covers 90 acres two miles from Mt Pleasant fronting a main pike with level fertile land and improvements. Another tract near Nashville pike spans 110 acres five miles away with 75 acres cultivated a five room dwelling and a large barn with abundant water. Both listed as excellent values at 9000 and 10000 respectively.

Maury County Spring Hill Level Farm Mt. Pleasant Nashville Pike

Rural Farm Listings Near Columbia and Carter's Creek

Two properties offered for sale: one 145 acre farm 10 miles from Columbia near Pulaski pike with 35 cultivated acres, balance in grass and timber, several fruit trees, 8 room house, good water, 2 barns and outbuildings priced at 11 000. The second 200 acre tract two miles from Carter's Creek features a 5 room house, good barn, eight springs, asking 11 000.

Columbia Good Pike Cullooka Bigbyville Pike Groveland Station Pulaski Pike Carter's Creek Bear Creek Pike

Experiment Station Committee Holds Saturday Session in Knoxville

The county court Experiment Station Committee met Saturday afternoon with Judge J. T. McKnight and four members present. They reviewed University committee reports, answered questions, and prepared a full report to Knoxville. Three sites were under consideration for the station. two likely be eliminated, leaving one recommended to the county court for final ratification. Opposition to the purchase was undermined, with expected broad support.

Knoxville County Court Experiment Station J. T. McKnight Knorville Walysity Committee University Columbia Mt Pleasant Hampshire Pikes Santa Fe

Youth Demands Hard Work Beyond Restful Days

A quoted exchange highlights youth's non stop labor ethic. The speaker dismisses rest as absent in youth, noting a young man must toil at his job and then continue to toil to enjoy life. The fragment reflects a surplus of effort over leisure.

Witherspoon Co Fire Destroys Furniture Plant

Fire struck the Witherspoon Furniture Co. Saturday night causing extensive damage. Water supply failures delayed suppression for minutes until hydrants finally responded. Loss estimated above 7500 with 6500 insured, building owners Anderson Bros Foster and W P Woldridge plan rebuilding. other nearby stock and building damages noted.

Garden Street Presbyterian Church Maury Dry Goods Co West Seventh Street Wither- Spoon Furniture Co Hendley Corner Bethel House Witherspoon Furniture Co Anderson Bros. & Foster W. P. Woldridge Hugene Anderson B. A Satterfield & Co

Figuers Realty launches farm and property photography service

Be real estate broker Mr Figuers of Figuers Realty Co expands his listing business by offering photography of farms and features. He will photograph growing crops cattle houses barns and landscapes and provide duplicates to clients. The move aims to attract buyers by showcasing properties in new light.

Figuers, Jr Figuers Realty Co Figuers Mr. Figur Bio

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