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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1900
Page
4
Record of election district leaders for Tennessee and remarks on Padgett carrying Maury county. Commentary on Bryan and Kipling shifts, McMillin vice-president speculation, and a mid-19th century local daily’s outlook. The Daily Helper celebrates growth, thanks Columbia, and pledges continued coverage.
A Chicago Times-Herald editorial argues Theodore Roosevelt’s vice presidential nomination undermines his New York power base, with Platt seeking to sideline him to install a loyal governor ally. It suggests Republicans fear a Bryan victory if Roosevelt is removed from the gubernatorial path and notes Democratic and independent factions eye Kass. The text shifts to local campaigns, Padgett and Boyd pursuit, and census and Bryan’s stance on the Philippines.
An ad touts the benefits of pure food and long life, stressing quality over price and encouraging readers to try the product at a low-cost opportunity. The message emphasizes health and affordability and invites trial.
The ad promotes high grade teas and urges iced tea lovers to buy at the store. It claims unbeatable value at one dollar per pound for blends and notes cold storage for olives condensed milk cheese and other items requiring low temperatures.
The article rails against Sunday railroad excursions as desecration and calls for legal limits, accusing railroads of buying influence in legislature. It endorses Capt. Anca Lipscoma for Maury County representative, praising his integrity and experience. It also ends with criticism of public spending, noting Sampson’s $83.60 per mile pay during a past campaign event.
Wheat buyers seek farmer grain with sacks for sale or rent. Date Bros offers favorable arrangements to furnish sacks and purchase wheat. Prompt service via both phones. July 6 to 21.
Auction-like notice lists discounted suit prices such as 313.50 15.00 and 11.00 12.50 with several entries stating Suits now goat. The text asserts No deception practiced and references prices like 3.85 and 5.00 with garbled currency terms and phrases.
A petition from Maury County voters requests Capt. A. A. Lipscomb to become a candidate for the Fifty-Second General Assembly. Signers pledge support and list numerous local residents and leaders endorsing the candidate.
Asuwoon July 4 1900 J A A Lirscomn writes to Mulley County Court and others thanking them for the nomination request to represent the county in the General Assembly Land session. He says he would serve if the party nominates him but would not obstruct if another is chosen and promises strong support if nominated.
The dealer cites an overstock of suits and a need for cash, urging shoppers to come early to secure preferred picks and bargains.
Farmers urged to contact Crro Guacx & Paea Co for a large stock of Seat-eiam wheat sacks and to arrange prior purchase.
A notice announces linen fabric sold at 5c per yard with three styles in yellow stripes on white, green check on white, and yellow mixed with white. It measures 30 inches wide and uses pure linen. Availability begins next Monday.
A personal letter recounts a 1899 visit to Maury County and Spring Hill, recalling old homes, friends, and lost loved ones. The writer reflects on aging, the river of time, and the inevitability of death while wishing readers well.
Voters will select a Sheriff and Trustee for the county, two Justices of the Peace, a Constable and Tax Assessor for Gash district, three Justices of the Peace and two constables for the 9th Civil District, plus one Justice of the Peace for Columbia city. Judges, clerks, and receivers to be announced later.
Officers Butts and Gresham captured Eustus Holt and another Black man who had escaped from the county chain gang just hours earlier. The pair was arrested near the water tank in the south railroad yards, ending their brief flight.
Local trade brief notes Grey Gusts and Free Co offering first close wheat sacks for sale. The terse notice invites buyers to review stock before finalizing purchase terms. No additional details on quantities or dates are provided in the readable text.
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