Promises and plans for Columbia in the coming year
A local column notes promising developments for Columbia with talks of a new railroad depot from Columbia to Milam, a possible water and light upgrade, and a boys school, two educators offering to fund a third of the $7 500 cost. If funded, the project could proceed next year, boosting growth and occupancy for property owners.
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Columbia
Milam
Tennessee River
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Public Complaints on Columbia Utilities and Officials
The Herald prints reader grievances about the Light Company the Railroad Commission and the Board of Mayor and Aldermen. Citizens demand action praising firm measures against monopolies and urging better depot and waiting room facilities insisting on enforced cleaniness and sewerage. The piece criticizes promises as pie crust and calls for municipal laws and executive enforcement to protect public interests.
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Columbia
Light Company
Railroad Company
Coureen
Herald
Sam
Geddes
Ratiroid
Board of Mayors and Aldermen
Indies
Righting Rail Travel Wrongs at Columbia Depot
A citizen confronts the Louisville and Nashville depot conditions in Columbia. He files complaints with the Herald, Mayor Cameron, Superintendent Geddes, President Thomas, and the State Railroad Commission, demanding lawful conveniences including proper toilets and separate, clean waiting rooms for men and women. The piece endorses legal action and local civic defense, urging the Board of Mayor and Aldermen to act or face individual remedy.
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Haran
Lever
Columbia
Louisville & Nashville Railroad Company
Hwraun
Heraup
Cameron
Geddes
Thomas
State Railroad Commission
HekaLp
Shannon
Debatable depot troubles and political critiques in Columbia
The letter complains of crowding at High Street near the railroad depot in Columbia and criticizes the L. and N. Railway for blocking the street and failing to provide proper passenger facilities. It urges action by the Railroad Commission, questions the usefulness of railroad officials, and calls for better depot facilities and reform in circuit judiciary staffing and docket management. The piece also notes the writer’s intent to pursue legal action over damages and advocates redistricting of the circuit.
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Hightreet
Geddes
Thme
Nashville
Lewisburg
Maj. Geddes Suavely
Columbia
High Street
Thos. L. Williams
Bhannon
Railroad Commission
Exposition Trip Contest Offers Maury Teachers Big Prize
A Maury County retailer launches a Pan American Exposition promotion inviting two Maury teachers, one man and one woman, to win a first class trip to Buffalo and New York. Voting starts December 6 with two votes per dollar spent, and eligibility requires regular Maury teachers. The ad promises lowest prices and a simple claim if a lower price is found elsewhere.
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America
World
Buffalo
New York
American
South America
Mexico
North America
Maury County
Columbia
Niagara Falls
New York City
Washington
Ladies' Cloaks And Capes Sale Notice
Black and blue tight fitting short jackets newly styled previously 86.00 to 7.50. Sizes 34 36 38. Next Saturday and Monday 400 each. Short plush capes braided and fur trimmed Saturday and Monday 1.90. Yard wide extra heavy unbleached Domestic Saturday and Monday Sea yard.
Plaid Dress Goods Sold At Half Price In Store Sale
About ten more styles, all wool, 56 inches wide, very handsome plaids for skirts and children's dresses. Some ladies buy them for petticoats and warm garments. Saturday and Monday fiveeights a yard.
Fine Wool Blankets 10-4 Size at 84 75 Saturdays
Quality large 10-4 wool blankets with full wool filling offered at 84 75 on Saturday and 86 00 list price. Stock includes extra quality all wool warping materials. Promotion runs this weekend with limited quantities available.
Ladies Wool Pants and Vests Sale Preview
A local sale reports ladies wool pants and vests selling quickly. One pair starts at $1.00 with about two and a half dozen pants and vests in stock. Sizes 4 4 and 5, silver grey color, next Saturday and Monday at 50 cents a pair.
Bargain in Men's Fine Clothes Weekend Sale
Dark and light striped Cheviot Sack suits, double breasted, tailored. Light colored suits priced 18.00 previously. dark ones 15.00 previously. Price Saturday and Monday 8.11 75, offering notable savings on both styles.
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Davidson County
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Lawrence County
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Williamson
Lewis
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Maury Court
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