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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1919
Page
1
Information from the War Department indicates Mexico is negotiating for pursuit planes that would outstrip the United States in air capability. The report notes Mexico has a strong air force and is pursuing advanced aircraft, signaling a potential shift in regional military balance.
Assistant Secretary of War Crowell said information cited by New York Representative Laguardia about Mexico possessing twenty four pursuit planes is unlikely to be correct. He warned conflicting reports but noted Mexico negotiates for a stronger air force.
Washington December 4 Severe criticism of the estimates of government peace for the coming fiscal year was made in the Senate today by Senator Warren of Wyoming chairman of the appropriations committee. The senator charged the figures were inflated and warned of potential waste and inefficiency in executive spending. The exchange highlighted bipartisan concern over budget planning and fiscal discipline ahead of appropriations votes.
Reports of resolutions seeking official information on President Wilson’s condition were seen as anti administration propaganda. No senator or representative would admit contemplating the organization of such a resolution.
Mexican authorities resumed the Jenkins camp investigation in Puebla as Jenkins stood in court. Several Indians testified they saw Jenkins in the village of Santa Martha near Puebla during the abduction period.
Parts, Dec. 4. The Peace Council refused to release names of over three hundred individuals deemed responsible for war crimes that must be surrendered. The peace conference debated whether to publish the list as a body or singly while the supreme council considered the approach in secrecy. The timing of making the German peace treaty effective remained unpublished.
A New Orleans landmark, the OstFeeneh opera house, burned early today destroying the entire New Orleans Wrench Opera Company costume collection and valuable orchestra items. Estimated loss about $47,000 with $25,000 insured. Built in 1859, the fire caused about $200,000 in surrounding damages.
Dr Jo B Hardison of the Hardison Motor Co returned from Michigan with four Dodge cars, delivering them to owners. He endured a cyclone and blizzard on the return trip, with winds 40 to 50 mph and very low temperatures, and says he will skip visits to that area in winter.
Madame Raymone Vercouter Jackson wife of Lieut Thomas J Jackson is noted as Maury county’s first French war bride. She speaks good English with a French accent says she loves America and finds Maury easy to love. The couple toured the city while sharing memories of wartime service and French heritage.
The Education Board reports no confirmation of December 19 school closures and will issue updates by December 30. Officials cite uncertainty amid rumors of villa takeovers and bequests. Local authorities stress continued operation unless formal notice is received.
The board voted to shorten the Christmas holidays from two weeks to six school days, closing December 19 and resuming December 29. Supt Harris endorsed the plan, and he will attend a Nashville meeting of state superintendents on January 14. A budget committee was named A H Foster W C Salmon and C D Adkisson. A complaint on crowded colored schools was discussed and funds were secured for an extra teacher. The district notes growing attendance from rural areas and more boys in schools.
The Regional Coal Committee of Atlanta enforces a fuel saving order across Maury county with full compliance in Columbia and expected adoption elsewhere. No infringements reported in Columbia, and the lid is held tight. traveling salesmen note Columbia as particularly strict, while Nashville soft drink and cigar sales do not affect local dress code until nine o clock.
News of the death of R B McCormick was received today. He passed away at his home in Blooming Grove Texas on Wednesday leaving a widow and five children. Surviving are Mrs LA Ketchom of this city Mrs Wo Parks of Spring Hill and Mrs A A Shirler of Little Rock Arkansas. The article notes many friends mourn his loss.
Federal regulators set schedules permitting plants on five six hour weekly or forty eight hour weekly cycles. Some facilities may run two days on and five off to ease coal shortages, while others keep day and night shifts for short bursts to conserve fuel.
Rome reports the socialist party in the Confederation of Labor called off the general strike. Workers were ordered to report to employers today, and it is understood the stoppage will not proceed.
Robert Gray told police he woke to an intruder early this morning and fired after seizing his revolver. His wife Florence was mortally wounded. Gray is held pending an investigation in Fittsburg, Pennsylvania.
London dispatch reports a cabinet meeting deciding to suspend trial by jury throughout Ireland due to turmoil and perceived difficulty in securing convictions. The move signals a sweeping legal change amid unrest and is expected to take effect promptly.
LaFayette Chapter Royal Arch Masons will meet Friday night at 7 30 for conferring the fourth degree with J H McAlister state grand lecturer present. Saturday night the fourth and sixth degrees, Sunday afternoon the seventh degree, then Monday night the annual election of officers for the ensuing year. High Priest William J Oakes is sending letters urging attendance in Maury county.
A notice corrects the sale dates for M Granberry farm tools and a large Oakmont estate auction. The Hve took items were misdated as Thursday. the real dates place the Dec 10 sale, followed by the Dec 11 auction of J H Dinning’s 7 acre Spring Hill property. The pair will be among the county’s largest auctions this month.
Mayor Dedman reports contact with Atlanta officials as coal region orders stay in force with modifications. Stores may stay open beyond hours if no heat light or power is used, kerosene lights and candles allowed, coal oil stoves and wood fires prohibited. Committee works on new garage rules, city enforcement by Dedman continues. Falsehood debunked about Von Lerser claim.
Paris December 4 The peace conference received no notification from German representative Von Leisner that Germany would refuse to sign the protocol. An authoritative report circulated yesterday via news agency claiming Von Leisner notified secretary Paul Qutasth that Germany had decided not to sign the protocol which implements the treaty terms.
At Rep Padgett’s request the Columbia to Centreville mail truck service, previously six days, now runs on Sundays. The extension brings daily mail to the region, delivering earlier mail to Centreville and matching rail service for good facilities.
The article notes no blizzard arrived and forecasts show warmer weather tomorrow. Many residents misread the weather man's warnings and prepared for severe cold, cutting water and bracing for a harsh night.
Conrad Blulan, district organizer for the state anti tuberculosis association, travels to Colamila to form a local chapter promoting Christmas seal sales in the fight against tuberculosis. He reports strong encouragement and aims to build a robust local organization.
The Herald acknowledges a letter from Silas W. Davis, director of war sayings for the federal reserve district, thanking the paper for its thrift support this year and urging continued aid in 1920. He emphasizes industry and economy as vital to mitigating losses in a world with four major parts at work.
The seven year old daughter of Mero and Mrs. Park was injured when a runaway pony driven by her brother threw her to the ground on W Seventh Street. She was treated by Dr. Pillow and released the same day. the boy suffered severe bruising as the cart was demolished.
Albert E Edwards a former Maury resident who died in Rowwell New Jersey Mexico recently will be laid to rest according to information from his brother C M Edwards.
In a chancery court ruling Judge Whitthorne removed minority disabilities from Toward Giddens and his wife Joanie Jowell Giddens. The 1915 act allows joint rights, enabling real estate purchase and debt obligations as though they were twenty one. The decree grants full adulthood rights except Manette 2, with representation by Rateiet.
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