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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1913
Page
7
Fragmentary OCR shows a Columbia Tennessee Herald publication line with postal matter details and names like W. D. Hastings and Finney. The readable items suggest it is a weekly paper listing staff and subscription rates, but most data is illegible.
Maury County congratulates John P. Graham on his reelection as superintendent of public instruction after defeating a salary cut. Graham, six years in office, is praised for ability, devotion, and honesty in managing 100 plus county schools and enforcing the law without favoritism.
The piece urges the progressive wing of the Tennessee legislature and Republican members to caucus and elect a true Democrat aligned with Bryan and Wilson on moral issues. It condemns independents seeking liquor-backed support and calls for slowing or reducing voting precincts to save taxpayer money while criticizing liquor organs and public figures.
The passage praises Senator Sanders for temperance work in his brief Senate tenure and notes his reelection for the term ending March 4 would suit Independent Democrats. It warns good men to avoid support from liquor representatives and liquor organs as one would avoid the plague.
The Tennessee electorate reelected Governor Ben W. Hooper and elected a legislature that forced the withdrawal of Dibrell and Patterson from public life. The editorial argues the public’s mandate supports retiring Dibrell’s back tax machine and urges Dibrell to accept scrutiny of his books and public conduct.
An editorial denounces a Senate plan to grant each legislator 25 for stamps and stenographers, calling it an unauthorized raid on state funds. It urges the House to reject the measure and warns of constitutional violations and possible broader abuses by lawmakers who seek personal profit.
The letter lauds Senator Church of this county for brave opposition to an appropriation. It credits Denton and Long for following the same course and earning golden opinions from their county constituents.
The editorial lauds parcels post as a milestone in progress linking city and rural life. It urges Maury county farmers to use home Columbia merchants for faster cheaper service, notes local wealth and merchant quality, and promotes local credit and error correction. It also mentions Luke Lea’s standing and a Kenyan temperance measure voting date in the senate.
Receipts show parcels post accepted by county people at the Culleoka office on Thursday. Ninety six pounds of parcels post matter were mailed, with about one third consisting of back bones ribs and sausage.
The auto truck operated by Woody and Hight between Hampshire Mt Pleasant and Columbia has been sold to Gambel Bros of Hampshire. Gambel Bros will run a back line to Hampshire while Hinton Hight assists in teaching operations.
Washington date notes Senator Sanders won a vote to set January 20 as the hearing date for the Kenyon-Sanders bill. The motion succeeded today, outlining the scheduled chamber consideration.
City residents debate water quality as calls for filtered or settled water grow. Mayor Dedman supports clear water and the city considers counter proposals after Water & Light Company outlines a plan similar to Cincinnati and Nashville filtration methods.
Real estate transfers for January surpassed half the month with 80 transfers, led by the Helm Property at 18900 and several other sales near 10000 to 30000. The month to date totals reach 96220 with expectations the first half of January would top 100000 in aggregate.
Harry K. Thaw was given a victrola and 100 records yesterday at Mattewan asylum. The gift accompanies his nearly six years of confinement and prior piano access, with many classical selections among the records. Thaw is deeply fond of classical music.
In criminal court this morning the case State against A Bempson charged with assault and battery was submitted. A fifteen day sentence to the workhouse was pronounced with costs totaling about $200. Ad shows Dean's Ointment for piles.
Joint session in Nashville failed to elect a U S senator on the day’s ballot. Enloe led long term with 44 votes, Shields dropped to 19, McKellar 29, Tyson 27. Short term ballot showed Overall 83, Webb 21, White 8, Brown 7 amid scattered votes. Gov Hooper’s message and several bills were reviewed.
Special to The Herald from Nashville Tennessee reports Governor Hooper delivering his annual address to the legislature. The message outlines reform proposals across state government including finance, education, and public welfare as priorities for the coming session. The report summarizes the opening of Hooper’s speech and the legislative response.
An auction of the O Neal property in West End was delayed after a reading notice caused a confusion over the sale time. The ad stated 11 oclock but a misprint listed 1:30. A new sale date will be set and announced later.
Great Clearance Sale begins Friday at P Garber on South Main Street. Storewide markdowns clear winter stock to make room for spring lines across men and boys wear, furnishings, shoes, linens, and household goods. Prompt bargains expected in this under price event.
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