22 Dec 1905
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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1905
Page
1
The jury found defendant Lee Rountree not guilty after a sensational county trial. Judge Holding declared the acquittal as officers and friends congratulated jurors who reportedly voted unanimously for acquittal on the first ballot.
The ad describes treating oysters by sealing them in an enameled case with no ice water or preservatives, claiming this method preserves flavor and freshness for customers compared with traditional meats. It argues that the oysters taste better and stay secure during transport.
The week sees intense party maneuvering across Tennessee with Rhea County backing Governor Vox, Judge Jobo K Bond boosting his bid and a string of county conventions. Patterson leads in instructed votes while Cox gains ground, Carter County rises in opposition, and Bond targets Crockett and Lauderdale counties for decisive early gains.
Dr W Fortes aged 74 a veteran of the Crimean War and Civil War medical director in the Union army died at his home here from angina pectoris He was born in Falrouth Virginia and served with the British army earlier in life.
Hiram W. Holladay, a wealthy financier, was found dying at his desk in his office by his secretary. Police investigated a possible homicide as the elderly magnate lay in a pool of blood before succumbing to his injuries.
The article outlines a sensational courtroom saga where circumstantial proof targets a daughter, plus a coroner hearing and police pursuit. Burton E Stevensons The Holladay Case promises a serial mystery with a dramatic court scene and a young lawyer making a bold move.
A movement by Western and Southern state commissioners seeks to curb mismanagement by large mutual life insurers. They plan a convention of policyholders to defend insured interests and engage the management of the companies, aiming to curb improper practices and protect policy values.
Mrs. Snilie Campbell James died at her West Seventh Street home after a two month illness. She leaves a husband and two sons, Collin James of Memphis and W. P. Ridley of Meary County, and was mourned by kin from Manly County. The funeral was held Sunday at 2 PM at the church of her childhood, conducted by Rev. W. J. Capers with deacons and pallbearers named.
A farmer explains that different grains need varied soil and timing and that preparation is key. The passage shifts to medical advice, urging early action to prevent illness and promoting Scott's Emulsion as a powerful tissue builder with a free sample offer.
A convention debate reveals a political band not playing popular songs. References to kitchen logistics cite Washington Star on army kitchens and their use in the Russian army, now tested in French maneuvers for possible adoption in the French army.
A social staple suggests a plain white satin gown for a well dressed woman. The gown should be simple with a touch of lace or tulle at the decollete and sleeves, and a small gold belt under the edge of the veil.
The Nashville Banner reports Judge John K. Bono’s Nashville visit stating his firm stance for temperance and temperance legislation. He backs extending Adams Law style measures statewide and placing saloons where police patrols are easier, or taxing them out of business, to ban liquor sales entirely.
The will of the late Wa A Blackburn of the 22nd district has been admitted to probate in the County Court. The estate, valued around 10,000 dollars, is to be left to his three children Wan Blackburn Nannie Blair and Moline Odil.
Postal workers report holiday congestion at the dead letter office delaying mail handling. Clerks urge patrons to affix correct postage and complete sender and recipient details to prevent misrouting and possible disposal or auction of unclaimed packages at year end.
A Bridgeport Connecticut mother reports her six week old baby had thick scalp scales with hair loss labeled eczema. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment and gentle combing the scales disappeared and hair grew back thick. Dated February 21 1898.
An old testimonial from Mrs Burges dated February 28 1903 describes a baby cured of eczema on the head after using Cuticura remedies. The note touts instant relief sleep for skin tortured infants, Cuticura Soap and Ointment as a complete skin cure for all ages despite other treatments failing.
An unsigned, strongly worded threat letter allegedly from Ben Garner of Columbia Tennessee warns Attorney General Joe Garner to temper his conduct in a court case concerning the Roun Uee and Rovette families. The letter, delivered to Circuit Clerk Worley, urges mercy or face deadly consequences and describes vengeance and bloodshed.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a narrative of a vehicle hitting a man and a woman reacting. The language is garbled but hints at a fatal incident and the driver’s perceived defiance. Strong entities or clear dates are not identifiable in the readable text.
The Brauben and Hoghes squad held their annual banquet at Branham's in Spring Hill. After the meal toasts favored next season and Alexander, the standout fullback, was elected captain for the coming year.
Knoxville Tenn December 14 police have forbidden sale of toy pistols after a death of a six year old boy and several injuries. A toy merchant cited for trial on a state law violation for selling the weapon involved in the death.
Jones & Co. shipped 1008 dressed turkeys to New York, each about fourteen pounds, at 11 cents per pound. The firm bought turkeys for 175 dollars from J H Jaley of Williamson County, while 22 head were kept for breeders and table use. Over the past three weeks 4000 to 5000 turkeys have departed, valued for superior quality and strong Eastern demand.
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