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Newspaper

Columbia Herald

Location

Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America

Date

Jan 17, 1902

Page

5

Franklin social season features diverse entertainments and lectures

Miss Mawie Hodge hosts a house party with guests from various towns. The Students' Club held its first meeting of the year with readings on Ruskin and Victoria reforms. Miss Carrie Williams and Miss Susan Polk Temple gave engaging talks on travel and social topics. The Card and Cotillion Club enjoyed a euchre game and a luncheon at Mrs. W. B. Dobbins. Mr. John Trotwood Moore hosted a goose dinner after a river hunting trip. A tea honored Miss Julia McGaynek and Mr. Oliver Shields as their nuptials were announced. Suann Polk Temple will lecture in Franklin on A Roman Holiday with an Nashville operator handling optics.

Minny Mary Carpenter Ruskin Apostle Brotherhood Shields Carliale Victoria Carrie Williams Susan Polk Temple Franklin W. B. Dobbing Sixth Street Jean Lillie Dobbins John Mitchell Julia McGaynek Oliver Shields Nashville Bake Adams Mra Misa Suann Polk

Great Mill And Sale Opens Monday At Manix Store Nashville

A Great Mill And Sale begins Monday June 20 at the Manix Store in Nashville and runs one week. The Mill Agent Mr A Lockhart will conduct the event offering bargains described as worth double in value with $5 buys $10 worth of goods. Numerous woods and items claim to be deeply discounted in this move.

Manix Nashville United States A. Lockhart

Characteristic Letter From Jenoson City 1908

Ed D Wilson writes to Frank changing address to L B No 20 at end of 4. He says he’s well and meets many vice and social people. City in a boom with 20 men to work on the soldiers home in 60 days and soon electric cars. He offers to write more and prefers the Herald over other papers.

Jenoson City Frank Plasse L. B. No Herald Ed D, Wilson

Marriage Licenses Listed for Several Couples

G.8 Harris weds Misa Jones Low Pigg. Will Morton to Mrs C G Garner. W 8 Heckman to Miss K A Hickan. B W Sweeney to Mise Ada Lente. Tom Sellars to Lucy Harris. J O Humphreys to Mise Pearl Rivers omer. J Dy Andrews to Misa Hortie Lane.

Harris Misa Jones Low Pigg Will Morton C. G. Garner Heckman K. A. Hickan W. Sweeney Ada Lente Tom Sellars Lucy Harris J. O. Humphreys Pearl Riversomer J. Dy. Andrews Misa Hortie Lane

Real Estate Transfers Noted in Maury County Listings

Real estate transfers involve W J Webster and others to BG Frier son and wife for land in Maury county with various percents. Mary Irvine transfers to Alto Maury Gordon, 145 acres in the 20th district. A B Battle and others sell to H G Evans one fifth acre interests. W A Smith transfers to Columbia Atheneum a lot in the 9th district. J W Church and wife transfer to Ada Hughes 184 acres in With district for 1500 dollars.

W. J. Webster Frierson Maury County Mary Irvine Alto Mawry C. Gordon 20Th A. B. Battle H. G. Evans W. A. Smith Colmbia Atheneum Uth J. W. Church Ada Hughes Diateiot

Fire destroys property near Shady Grove Tennessee

Simeon Kelley of near Shady Grove reports a fire yesterday that gutted his house and contents with no clue as to how the blaze started.

Cautreville Tenn

Serious Injuries After Train Fire Near Ashwood

Miss Josie Dabney leaped from a rear coach as a heater exploded on a Tuscumbia to Columbia train near Ashwood. She suffered a broken arm and leg with serious injuries, found unconscious beside the tracks and taken to her uncle Rev. Usaery's home.

Tuscumbia Ashwood Columbia Josie Dabpey Miss Dabney Rey Usaery

Opera House to feature rare treats for Columbia crowds

Two notable acts come to the Opera House soon. On Friday January 24 Innes and his famous band will perform a matinee with Frances Boyden singing scenes from grand opera. The Forty-eight Gordon Highlanders band known as The Kitties appear Monday February 10 under Columbia lodge BPOI. The Vendome Stock Co and Harris Parkinson stock company also provide performances with vaudeville and films, all at standard or high quality for local audiences.

Columbia Innes Opera House Frances Boyden Alberti Barritone Signor Zerni Adelle Borghi Charleston Exposition Attracion Gordon Highlanders The Kitties Columbia Lodge Vendome Miss Hobbs Vitagraph Harris Parkinson Egypt Jones Boadman

Insurance Agents Promote Tennessee Firms in Brown Block

Nicholson Magruder and Co advertise as the agency for the largest Tornado Fire Life and Accident insurers in Tennessee with an office in Brown Block and both phones 328 ly.

Nicholson, Magruder & Co Tennessee Brown Block

Does It Pay The Store Of McKennon Anderson Foster

The firm McKennon Anderson Foster held a Saturday clearance sale of winter goods starting at 4 50 o clock after holidays and stock-taking. They placed extensive newspaper ads in the Daily and Weekly Herald while clerks stayed busy serving customers all day.

McKennon, Anderson & Foster Daily Weekly Herald

Jellico and Monarch Coal Ad by Columbia Mercantile

A brief advertisement from Columbia Mercantile Storage Co. promoting Jellico coal as the best on the market and Monarch coal as a strong second option. The retailer urges customers to place orders for quick, clean fires with minimal dust and no clinkers.

Monarch Columbia Mercantile Storage Co

Dissolution Notice of W F Willson & Co

The firm of W F Willson & Co dissolves by mutual consent with partners selling interests. Creditors and claimants must present claims at the Columbia Mill and Elevator Co office for settlement. The Columbia Mill and Elevator Co will collect outstanding accounts owed to the dissolved firm. Date January 10 1902.

W. F. Willson & Co Columbia Mill and Elevator Co PO Wilbon & CO

Personal notices from Columbia area residents

A long list of visitors and travelers dwelling in and passing through Columbia and surrounding areas. Names include Mie Kisty Browdlow, G Strudwich, Evin Haley, Mie Alice Dugger, J. S. Orman, William, Mary Ashton, Hallie Fry, Hattie Wilson, Frances Sinclair, Sallie Sims, U H Foster, Willie A Guest, Maud McAnally, Carrie Gibwon, Charity Rodgers, P Spell, Mollie Hiett, J T Wilhoite, Herbert Johnson, Austin Harlan, Ophelia Fraser, Craft Brittain, Fannie Alexander, L P McLemore, E W Carmack, Dillie Meller, and others. Visits span Nashville, Pulaski, Florence, Birmingham, Augusta, Hillsboro, Texas, and Owensboro with trips to Florida and Washington. The item notes ongoing travel, relatives visiting, and one judicial candidacy by Judge Mallory of Jackson Tennessee.

Mie Kisty Browdlow Piabandel Mr. G. Strudwich Hillssora N.C Evin Haley Bighyrville Alice Dugger Zion Orman Little Aan William Pulaoki Mises Mary Ashton Hallie Fry Pulaski Hattie Wilson Frances Sinclair Franklin Sallie Sims Columbia Mise Willie Jevening Nashville Mise Maud McAnally Mt Pleasant Misa Carrie Gibwon West Ninth Street Charity Rodgers Owensboro P. Spell Florida Mollie Hiett Andrews J.T. Wilhoite Jitt Herbert Johnson Williamson County Austin Harlan Little Davghter Augusta Ophelia Fraser Knob Creek Brittain Florence Ala Arthur Brittain Fannie Alexander Nashylie Mm. L. P. McLemore Hillsboro Texas E. W. Carmack Washington Senator Carmack Mise Dillie Meller Boston G. W. Hargrove Cemetery Avenue Judge Mallory Jackson, Tenn

Wedding Bells in Nashville and Columbia Nuptials Attend

The marriage unites Peeter Harlan and Marion Nichols at the bride's grandmother 627 Church St Nashville with Rev. Anderson performing before intimate friends. Marion, once a Bell Telephone operator in Columbia, returns to a Columbia home. The groom is with Harlan & Ritter. They will reside on South Garden St. The ceremony also notes a Tuesday wedding at Mr. A W Ligon's with J O Humphries and Pearl Comer, followed by a reception.

Harlan Nichols Sarah Martin Church St Nashville Peeter Harlan Marion Nichols Anderson Columbia Bell Telephone Exchange Harlan Harlan & Ritter South Garden Street Emmett Dugger John Latta Mary Cooper Boyd Mr. Pleasant A. W. Ligon la France William Doss J. O. Humphries Crudup Ala Miss Pearl Comer

Hats and Plumes Wedding Honor Gift

Mr and Mrs Humphries left Wednesday for an extended wedding trip. Afterward they will reside at Crodup. He is worthy in every respect of the sweet accomplished girl he has won.

Social notes from Chancery Court and County visitors

Little Miss Freda Rose returns to Florence after visiting Nellie Ashton and Nettie Mai Rattle. Visitors include Eugene Ritter and W Reames installing I O O F officers in Cullooka. John Cross of Clarksville plans homeward departure. E H Hatcher returns from Washington. Ethel enjoys Capital City festivities. Ancie Evans returns from Florence with social honors. Milton Brooks of Los Angeles heads to Texas after visits. J R Scott and bride Claudio Cole visit before Texas departure. Olivia Barrow guests Elizabeth Walker at Franklin Miss Barrow attends reception. Mrs Zack Roquemore from New Jersey visits West End. Roquemore promoted to run Rome exchange with wife relocation.

Chancery Court of Appeals Freda Rose Florence Ala Nellie Ashton Nettie Mai Rattle Eugene Ritter P.N O W. Reames Cullooka I. O. O. F. Lodge John Sarah Thompson E. H. Hatcher Washington Ethel Ancie Evans Milton Brooks Los Angeles Cal Texas J. R. Scott Bride Claudio Cole Birmingham Olivia Barrow Elizabeth Walker Franklin Misa Barrow Miss Walker Zack Roquemore New Jersey Crawford West End Roquemore Bell Telephone Co Rome

Weekly Subscriber Offer From The Hero

The Hero promises present cash subscribers three months advance for every new cash subscriber they recruit. Four new names and the cash contributed will cover a year’s subscription, offering a trial to extend benefits for existing readers.

Election Notice for Maury County Second District

On Tuesday the 21st of January an election will be held in the second district at the regular voting place to elect Justice of the Peace for mid district and county. Officers named include Judges W H Edwards W J Shannon and Tom Wiley Clerks W W Cathey Frank Mitchlener Receiver J D Stanfield T Akin Barna D K Minor Election Commission.

Maury County Justice of the Peace W. H. Edwards W. J. Shannon Tom Wiley W. W. Cathey Frank Mitchlener J. D. Stanfield Dnc T. Akin Barna D. K. Minor

McDonald Livery Stables Advertises on South Main Street

Fragmentary notice shows W. J. McDonald advertising livery and stable services on South Main Street. The text includes unclear phrases about citizens and a belated event or alert, reflecting a small town business public notice from an old column.

South Main Street

Pretty wedding at McCains residence joins Bud McCandlass and Minnie Denton

A large crowd witnessed a Wednesday ceremony at Mrs. Henry Troupe’s McCains home as Bud McCandlass and Minnie Denton tied the knot. The couple’s many friends wish them happiness on their life together. Another nuptial united Arthur Brittain of Holt's Corner with Mamie Hall of Florence, Alabama, at the bride's home. The groom, formerly of Columbia, has many local friends sending best wishes.

Henry Troupe McCains Bud McCandlass Minnie Denton Arthur Brittain Holt's Corner Marshall County Mamie Hall Florence Ala Columbia

McGavock Bride-To-Be in Franklin Presbyterian Church

Mr Oliver Shields of Nawhville to wed Miss Julia McGavock of Franklin in the Presbyterian church at Franklin next Wednesday afternoon. Miss McGavock is the sister of Mrs John Mitchell of this city and has visited often, winning many friends with her charm and accomplishments.

Oliver Shields Nawhville Julia McGavock Franklin Presbyterian Church Misa McGavock John Mitchell Webb Brice Vaughan Blair Weat End Grean Listle Willie Kesio Hight Mise Mojile Sullivan Ie Emus Wilkes Mattie Ham South Hind Street Jonas Erwin Mm VE. Hughes

Bonds Bonds Bonds Hendley and Wilson Agents for Bonding Company

Hendley and Wilson, representing leading fire and tornado insurers, also act as agents for the American Bonding and Jet Company. They handle bonds for administrators executors guardians trustees and broader employment related bonds.

Hendley & Wilson American Bonding and Jet Company

Phosphate Plant Fire At Mt Bievant Teentaysien

A fire at the Tennessee Phosphate Company plant near Mt Bievant Teentaysien was caused by the explosion of a gasoline torch. The engine dust shed and sack shed burned, with damage totaling about 3000 dollars. The property was insured by two companies represented by Gordon and Towler.

Tennesse Phosphate Company Mt Bievant Teentaysien

Local Shopper Seeks Bargain Groceries at Corner Market

Mr. D. F. Gibson of Korner Ninth and ten streets lists a line of staple goods with cash options and low prices. The note reads as a generic advertisement for affordable groceries with emphasis on cheap items and easy purchase.

Korner Tien Medomaioneo

Spring Hill Postmaster Appointment Noted

Spring Hill's Postmaster Warhington on January 16 announces Claiborne K Wade named postmaster at Spring Hill amid local changes in postal service duties.

Spring Hill Warhington Claiborne K Wade Bens Sppointer

AROUND TOWN Bazaar and sick list headline items

Local items report several residents ill including Mr Brice Vaughan Blair and Willie Kesio Hight. deputies and officials noted health issues and community visits. Parcel of public notices covers moves, new residences, school exams, and local commerce including a bakery sale and telephone line work.

Wrench Strike Wounds Judge At Court House Incident

A wrench thrown from an upstairs window by J D Wright during a safe move at the Clerk and Master's office struck Judge Pote on the forehead, causing a gash needing stitches. Ernest R Farrell leaves The Democrat for the Herald, praised for his faithfulness and gentlemanly conduct by colleagues.

J. D. Wright Judge Pote Ernest R. Farrell The Democrat Herald Ighore Maary Democrat

South Columbia Briefs Include Visits and Conference News

In South Columbia Edna Gilbert and Janie Fleming plan Country Week visits. Janie Fleming will visit Pleasant next Friday. Ada Adams visits Lyapville. J I Wilson and family left Monday for Sheffield Alabama to make it home. The Sweats attended the Southern General Conference of Seventh Day Adventists in Nashville. Ed Haywood and daughter visit Lion City. Will Neeley of McCains returns home after a city visit. Pearl Potts girl is sick with the measles.

A L. Blocker North Garden Street Mise Lucy Thomashee Glendale Beile Vaughan Pat Dooley Smizer Fussell East Sth Felix Lowell West End Trott Place Green House East Ninth A. L Blocker South Columbia Riverside Susan Iitle AL Hayes Pracmonin W. A. Willie Register Latta T C. Petri Nashville ET. Brown Brown Chemical Co Alcorn John Glock Mary Lebaron Heights al Filersui South Main Street Nsking Fair Public Square Mt. Pleasant Pike Herald Office John Sands Cemetery Avenue W.N. Wilson Florence Ann John EB. Walker Columbia Ellen Dunnington Weat Seventh Street Carters Creek Station Phon Sam B. Nicho Columbia Lodge BP. O. E Messrs. W. GC Salmon Frank Dale Clare Hawkins Phintias Lodge Walter B Capers Atchie Rawle A. W. Leach Murfreesboro Mas Neon South Main Street Leach W. E. Voss Red Seal Louis Loeb Pleasant Voss P. F. Taylor American Telephone Company Athens Ala Spirow Hill Messra R.S. Hopleing J.A Mc Keight Lewisburg Hays Nelson Building Jolly Church Lebanon Wesley Jeans Jeans Knight Theta Rebekah Lodea Hell Texm Rome H. F. Farriss Texas John Miller Taylor Randall Jack Bauguse Robert Stuart Bauguss Edna Gilbert Janie Fleming Levine McClLin Mira Mins Adkinson Pulaakand Lyapville J. I. Wilson Mooday Sheffield Thweat Southern General Conference Seventh Day Adventists Southern Publishing House Southern Sister Ed Haywood Lion City Will Neeley McCains Pearl Ed Potts

Salt Price Offer From Mercantile Storage Co

A local notice states Serabi Mercantile Storage Co offers the cheapest salt price ahead of buying, urging readers to act while supplies last. The message emphasizes urgency and direct sale language to attract customers.

E Serabi Mercantile Storage Ca

Live Stock Notes Shipments This Week

Stockyard shipments list multiple consignors sending hogs cattle and mules to various destinations including Montgomery Atlanta Columbus Memphis Louisville Blockton and Louisville. Notable names include Abraham Broad Remell Eaton Fletcher Baltock McName Yokeley Anderson Milt Allen Houston Thowan Hager and Jno Lofton with totals of one or two loads per sender.

Abraham Broa Montgomry Remell Eaton Atlanta Fletcher & Baltock Columbus McMime & Yokeley Memphis Anderson Louisville Milt Allen Houston

American Wire Fence Sellout Notice

American Wire Fence sale advertised with large stock on hand. Local dealers urged to act for best selection and pricing.

Investigating Title G T Hughes and Calwkitt Peart Co

Investigators examine claims by George T Hughes of Calwkitt Peart Company regarding the transfer of land to Weet Nashville for a potential fertiliser plant site in Nashville. The case centers on property boundaries and proper ownership documentation amid ongoing public inquiries.

George T. Hughes Cal Wkitt Peart Company Vinten Thone Weet Nashville Nashville Gauner

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