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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1902
Page
4
The Columbia Herald announces subscription rates and mailing details. The notice states second class mail status and credits F. P. D. Lander as editor, with postal handling at Columbus, Ohio.
The Herald announces a shift to a co operation plan, with editor Bruce Tucker and city editor Ernest Farrell joining forces to work with the paper under a profit based compensation. No change in editorial policy or management is planned.
In January 1904 Maury County Democratic Executive Committee voted 8 to 5 against a county primary or convention for county offices. The Herald criticizes the move as unwise, arguing it damages party unity, risks independent tickets, and jeopardizes the August election as candidates already pledged to nonprimary campaigns. The piece cites broader tax and corporate concerns and warns against changing long standing party policy without public discussion.
The writer argues toll gates restrict travel and trade, harming prosperity. Free turnpikes would boost exchange between towns and country, benefiting Columbia and neighboring areas. Jealousy over town benefits hurts overall welfare as readers should consider public affairs and broader commerce.
Mt. Pleasant Chronicle suspends publication for February due to Editor Jackson’s other business affairs. The paper will resume printing at the start of March, with a note that production will return as soon as possible.
The St Louis Republic urges optimistic view of 1904 politics. It argues Democratic unity and full turnout will secure the next presidency, condemning Republican surrender of American faith and urging a compact, loyal Democratic effort nationwide.
A Washington correspondent notes that the Chattanooga News praised Senator Carmack two years ago predicting his rise to the Senate and leadership within the party. Critics who doubted him then now applaud his promise and ability to defend Tennessee traditions and ideals in Congress. The article suggests he will publish important positions when the time comes, making the Congressional Record more engaging.
The advertisement promotes a clearance sale to empty shelves before spring operations. It notes items such as Prints Penangs Madras Cloths Shirtings and more than 4000 yards in remnants and short lengths offered at prices designed to move quickly, with sale starting after eight thirty next Saturday morning.
Commencing next Saturday and Monday 900 yards standard Shirting at 3 cents per yard in 10 to 20 yard lengths. Indigo Blue prints 600 yards at 8 thousandths of a cent per yard, red figured prints 350 yards at $1.éc per yard. American black and white check prints 600 yards in 10 to 20 yard lengths. Penanga spring style 400 yards at Go per yard. 28 inch Madras Cloth 600 yards at Glao per yard. 2000 yards very good quality bleached Domestic finished with dressing. 1000 yards well known brand yard wide Bleached Domestic no dressing, 7igen per yard. 1000 yards Sea Island finish Brown Domestic yard wide 10 to 20 yards at 4 g0 per yard. 5 pieces 44 inch all wool Fluid Dress Goods Camels Hair finish 85¢ quality at 25a per yard. 15 pieces all wool figured Charlies 30 inches wide 50c per yard. Net Saturday and Monday 25¢ per yard. These make excellent wrappers and kimonas.
An old time sale advertises 125 men’s stiff bosom shirts in sizes 14 to 17 at 59 cents each, 60 shirts at 5 cents, woolen shirt and drawers sets, 18 new sack suits from 7.40, 40 pairs cassimere pants, waists 30 to 38, tan dress shoes 2.50 to 3.50, calf congress pins 1.50, army police shoes 1.00. Sizes and prices vary, urging readers to note sizes.
Vintage sale listing dozens of ladies and children shoes with prices from 1.90 to 3.50 and multiple garments including cloaks reefers and suit pieces. Clearing prices highlight clearance of sizes 2 14 to 8 for shoes and coats, with last line noting “tea” half price and lower.
Listing a variety of wool lap robes with prices from 86.00 to 1.50 and yardage textiles including all wool carpets and muslin embroideries. Notes on designs, colors, and limited stock accompany figures for Hamburg edgings and insertions offered for sale.
Judge Walter Bearden of Shelbyville announces as a candidate for Chancellor of the Fifth Chancery Division covering Maury Giles Lawrence Lewis Wayne Marshall Lincoln Moore Bedford and Rutherford counties. He has been on the bench fifteen years and is praised for learning fairness and integrity though he faces little opposition.
Mosers Satterfield and Dodson display a rural delivery wagon adapted for comfort and efficiency on the square. The wagon features a sturdy build and practical design suited to rural carriage needs.
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