Haskell Grabs Hearst's Lawyer
Oklahoma Governor accuses Scott M Reynolds of a conspiracy as Haskell takes on Hearst's attorney in a high profile legal dispute.
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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1909
Page
1
Oklahoma Governor accuses Scott M Reynolds of a conspiracy as Haskell takes on Hearst's attorney in a high profile legal dispute.
Attorney William Reynolds accuses Gov Haskell of using power to seize papers in a libel case. Reynolds says investigators raided Reynolds and Goswell occupied rooms. documents allegedly show efforts to pay witnesses for perjured testimony to ruin Reynolds. He claims data amassed by Mac Reynolds and others to damage him and Hearst allies.
Maury County sheep growers are urged to attend a February meeting in Nashville to discuss fostering and protecting the industry. Percy Brown of Spring Hill calls farmers and sheep growers in Tennessee to consider better organization and safeguard against legislation affecting the industry.
A humorous column notes the sun returning after a long spell of rain, snow, and sleet. It recalls past winters, mentions the “oldest inhabitant” and references local recollections, weather highs, and the hopeful forecast for partly cloudy conditions tomorrow.
Slow progress on the government building project due to rain ice and freezing conditions. Foreman Mortell expects foundation laying to begin by early next week with eastward sections removed. Government will relocate fences along Seventh Street and manage gate yard access as materials move toward Washington for final approval.
Manager Charles Gamble of the BE W Gamble Grocery Co says new stock is arriving and will be arranged in the big house at Eighth and South Main. The store opens February first with W B Mell and Lee Adkison as helpers. Two delivery wagons and an automobile quick-order service will be used, following the eastern cities trend.
A report from Maury county notes a Jan. 30 Narhvilly convention to reduce fire waste in Tennessee. Mayor Biddle names delegates including Ernest E. McLemere and Senator John A. Greer to attend the county gathering urging practical measures to curb waste and protect state business interests.
J D Norbins reports from Brest Lont on improving trade conditions for Une pat cea and tie puulapk. He notes revived optimism in Middle Tennessee amid end of panics, mine closures, and disturbances, with rising grain and phosphate activity signaling a brighter year ahead.
In Washington and Hil US Senator J B Poleker faces a signed statement suit amid a dispute over retired Negro soldiers from the Twenty-fifth Infantry. The action centers on alleged statements and potential duel claims, with counsel denying knowledge of a hearing or motive to defend Brownesdy soldiers.
The nomination of Stuart K. Lupton of Clarksville Tenn to be Consul at Messina was sent to the Senate today by the President. Lupton, formerly vice consul at Messina, is honored for heroism during the outbreak after the Me nt sto.
Maury county residents follow the Texas against Waters Terese Oil Company suit. T. W. Gregory, Webb School graduate and famed attorney, provided early testimony shaping the case. His notable career includes high fees within the western legal profession and visits to notable locals like Col. Smiser.
Special to The Herald Nashville Tenn January 1988 Senate approved final reading of a bill to prohibit manufacture of liquor in Tennessee by a 20 to 13 vote matching the earlier four mile law. The bill would take effect after the governor’s anticipated veto and amid strong public interest.
Little Rock Ark Jan 17 A special report details an incident on a mountain train near Little Rock when Grant Quinn opened fire on a police officer named Burgess as his brother Lee Quinn was being taken to the city. The officer returned fire and several passengers assisted. After firing, Quinn leaped from the train and escaped. A bystander, towns Brvesfeld of Mujiberry Ark, was fatally wounded and later died en route to custody of military authorities in Little Rock.
Memphis Tennessee April sermon by Bishop Thus. F. Gailor condemns statewide prohibition stance and rebukes clergy statewide for not joining in the aggressive push for the bill. He spoke at St Marys Cathedral criticizing passive ministers and urging active support in the prohibition movement.
In Nashville on January 19 the General Assembly convened to canvass the gubernatorial vote. Patterson led with 1,106, Millman 118,288? Weatherall 1,142. Total 47,121. Patterson declared governor for the next two years by a 18,511 majority over Holt and 19,? plurality over Tilman. Speaker Kine stated Patterson duly elected.
Teun Jackson reports a night rider threat centered on land sold by Mr Chapman. The letter warns the buyer not to move or possess the land, with signs torn down by Chapman and a vow to force eviction if the persuasion fails. Authorities warn across adjoining counties of possible action.
Lotte Nirk, efficient local agent of the Southern Express Co, is promoted to agency at Eviuerius Ind. Under Mr Kirk's management the business has grown and improved. He has served patrons well and shown dedication to company interests. The Kirk family will relocate for their new home soon. The new station for Columbia not yet decided.
The charter of the Robinson McGILL Buggy Company has been filed with the County Register. Capital stock 410,000 in shares of 100 each. Incorporators are John J. Robinson, John N. Plax, James M. Swaine, BR A L Swaine and TM Robinson. The company will buy and sell buggies, farm implements, machinery at Columbia. Directors to be elected soon and a store to be opened there.
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