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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1902
Page
5
A garbled sale notice advertises men's, boys, ladies and misses shoes with various prices and sizes. It mentions colored stiff bosom shirts and various shirt prices, claims old stock and a weekly price match with other sites, inviting customers to visit and inspect goods.
The late N. C. Guillet and Cal Gullett estates were settled in Maury County with about 24,000 collected by heirs through Meers Salmon Turner. The Gullett ranch near the Colorado River and smaller tracts were sold to J. Dilworth of Gonzales for 60,000, with Illinois Missouri and Texas portions yet to settle. Sam Gullett set aside 1.00 for a monument to his brother buried in Victoria Texas.
Kirk Wood of Boath Columbia was beaten by Joe McKibbon of county outside Davis' grocery on the square after a drinking dispute. McKibbon struck with brass knuckles and kicked and dragged Wood, leaving blood on the sidewalk. Dr. Williamson treated three deep wounds including a gash over the left eye.
W L Grant was arrested Monday on a warrant from Tom Meade charging perjury. The charge stems from a statement Grant made as a witness in a habeas corpus case about his divorce from his wife two years ago. Bond set at 1000 dollars. he will face preliminary hearing before Ray Hayes on the 7th inst.
Alderman Craft of the Fourth Ward resigns from the Board of Mayor and Aldermen due to business commitments. A successor will likely be chosen at the tonight meeting, though the candidate is not known.
Vendor invites patrons to new quarters offering a fresh stock of groceries at low prices. Sample items include sugar tomato products corn beans soda batters and powdered goods with promises of further low prices on all lines to attract buyers.
Local note mentions G. W. Nichols at 12 West 7th Street and Ruttie Diaz in connection with a Bureat Garden scene involving Buin and Mackage.
The Muscadine area notes numerous travelers and guests visiting Pulaski. Mrs. James Butler, Miss Annie Louw McKay, Miss Lutie Moore, Miss Barnie McDonald, and many others are hosted by local families or travel to New Orleans for Mardi Gras. Several residents plan trips to Nashville, Mobile, St. Lucie, Greenwood, or Mexico, while others attend hospitalities and family events across the region.
John alias Tootsey Lewis, about 16, known to police, was arrested after snatching a purse and robbing a man who asked for change. Following a pattern of petty thefts on West Sixth Street, he raided J D Lander's stable and traded stolen sticks for five years. City Court sentenced him to three months in the county chain gang.
Elizabeth Douglas, daughter of Mr and Mrs Wiley Douglas, is ill with scarlet fever. Mr Bruce Pickens left Wednesday for Louisiana to visit relatives. Mr Jake Williams and family moved to the former Harvey Wilson residence on 13th street. Gay Voorhies has returned from Mis Blaspy.
W. J. McDonald advertises livery services on South Main Street offering pay coaches for trips and party plannings. The notice promotes horse covers and lap robes at low prices with contact details vague and partially legible.
The Oak Spring Creamery offers 26 cents per pound for butterfat in milk and seeks entries through the summer. Citizens Telephone 200, T. Williams, Windsor.
Mrs. Elizabeth Porter Pillow died at home on West Sixth Street in Columbia after a long life in the community. In her eighty fifth year she left behind a large family including Mrs. Mary Porter of Nashville and Mr. Walter Pillow of Green. She joined the First Presbyterian Church fifty seven years ago and endured the Civil War era while her husband served in the Confederacy. The obituary notes her strong character, devotion to family, and leadership in her home.
Martin W. W. Martin died Sunday night in Southeast Columbia from pneumonia. His body went to Gallatin then Middleton for interment. Calvin Mayes, Branham Bughes school pupil near King Hill, died Sunday of pneumonia at age 12. Perry Jones died Wednesday near Columbia on the Papaki Pike, aged about thirty. interment in Lynnville with wife and one child left.
Activities recount a mid afternoon celebration for Miss Samuels with games and gifts. Guests include Miss Florence Shiron and Miss Julia Witte Etie among others at a pink and white decorated home. A birthday cake with twelve candles sparks merriment as prizes and refreshments follow.
The Helena World reports a string of obituaries and notices: Mrs. John Pickard of Atlanta and Mrs. Myra Pender of Myra mourn family losses. Alvin Forrester, 15, dies of typhoid fever after a brief illness, with tributes to his character and church service. Myra Pender leaves a husband and two children. Mrs. W. H. Lovell, widow of a longtime Methodist pastor, dies. Basie Frogue, 17, dies of meningitis. infant of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Perry dies at one month.
Fragmentary OCR item notes missing details about a legal or notary action. Reads as a damaged public notice with blanks for signatures and dates, lacking clear names or deadlines.
Miss Hattie Mai Church and Mr. Bater Brown wed despite age concerns after a private ceremony in Williamson county. The Church/Brown match joins Buck Brown and Armstrong Bingham family lines with a Savannah relocation planned. Eliza Allet Mitchell to Franklin Latta wed February 12 at 4 o clock at the Mitchell home with parental presence noted.
A fragment notes Reed seeking price information from Barrkiwieno and Lovers and mentions American Field Fence. The item implies a business inquiry or quotation process without explicit results or dates.
Wiley and Go Johnson, Will Black, and Geo Baker appeared before Judge Erwin on Tuesday after a Saturday Hammond grocery fight. The cases were continued until the next Saturday. Baker testified about a narrow escape and damage to his clothing from the incident.
Hendley and Wilson of the best fire insurance firms announce bonds for administrators executors guardians and all bank officers and trusted employees through the American Bonding and Trust Company. They emphasize comprehensive coverage and reliability for official duties.
The Opera House favors Venduuye Stock for the engagement Wednesday as listed in the venue’s schedule. Patrons are advised to arrive early to secure seating and enjoy the planned program.
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