Maury County Official Majors Longservice Dean Retires?
N Akin has served as a county official for thirty eight years in Maury County. The veteran public servant began his tenure long ago and remains a central figure in the local administration.
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12 Jul 1912
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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1912
Page
1
Maury Countys Fruit Crop and Long Serving Clerk Akin
Maury County enjoys a bountiful fruit crop with strawberries cherries blackberries pears apples and peaches ripening amid favorable weather. Maj An Akin longtime county clerk and master in Maury is highlighted as the longest-serving official, with thirty-eight years in office and a potential to continue. Thomas H Peebles named campaign manager for Thomas Tyne, plans auto tour and extensive advertising in support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas H.peebles
OF All Kings
Tyne
Maury County
Bailey
Clarksville
Maj
AN. Akin
Nick
Maj. Akin
Chancery Court
William H. Wilson
Srved
J. Frank Wiley
Wiley
Luther Thomas
Orto
Tiardin W. Thomas
Lutherhomes
Akin
Eleck
Tennessee
Diminishing Railway Returns Threaten Line Operations
The report notes a decline in railway returns affecting confidence necessary for proper railroad line operations. It emphasizes reduced revenue and economic pressures on rail services and infrastructure.
Governor Hooper Clarifies State Business Stance
Governor Hooper issues a formal statement outlining the state’s business priorities and policy direction. He emphasizes fiscal discipline, job growth, and regulatory reforms while signaling collaborations with lawmakers and industry leaders.
Net Operating Revenue Trends in U S Railways Report
A Bureau of Railway Economics study shows net operating revenue per mile declining in 18 of 22 months from July 1910 to April 1912, with per mile drops up to 53 and a 15 percent fall. April 1912 revenue totaled 56,362,945 dollars, averaging 8.57 dollars per mile per day, down from 9.68 last year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Bureau of Railway Economies
Interstate Commerce Commission
Republicans for Wilson rally Minnesotans endorse Wilson
In Minneapolis on July 9 the Minnesota Progressive Republican League endorsed Woodrow Wilson and opposed a third party. Resolutions favored nominating a presidential candidate who would carry progressive principles, but Wilson’s name was not put forward in the slate amid opposition to Jois A. Peterson’s Senate nomination. League president George S Loftus said intentions were clear without naming Wilson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolis
Woodrow Wilson
Republican League
Minnesota
League
Wilson
The Court House and the Governor
As the gubernatorial primary nears, court house chatter centers on candidates. McMillin appears to have a majority among court house occupants, with some backing Tyne, Faulkner, and Crabtree. One voter urged waiting to hear his man, while another would vote for Preston this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
McMillin
Tyne
Faulkner
Crabtree
Preston
Big crowds greet Tennessee agricultural train tour
Hon Jesse Tomlinson assistant commissioner of agriculture returned home after a ten day absence with the special agricultural train touring the state. He left the train at Dyersburg last night and will rejoin near Humboldt Friday. He said thousands visited the train from Clarksville to Memphis estimated at no fewer than 10000 in that span and he expressed enthusiasm over the exhibit’s results. He will visit his Happy Valley farm while in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nashville
Ben W. Hooper
Oklahoma City
TR Preston
Hooper
Preston
Jesse Tomlinson
Tomlinson
Dyersburg
Humboldt
West Tennessee
Clarkeville
Memphis
Cochran Returns to Nashville Pleased by Columbia Visit
A. M. Cochran has returned to Nashville after a trip to Columbia concerning the Columbia Produce Co. He is pleased with how his business has opened in the capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. M Cochran
Nashville
Columbia
Columbia Produce Co
Cochran
Prof Gus W Dyer To Speak At Local Opera House Sunday
Prof Gus W Dyer, noted advocate of good government and civic righteousness, will speak Sunday afternoon at 3 30 oclock in the opera house. Arrangements for the event have not yet been finalized but notices will announce the exact details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gus W. Dyer
Apos
Opera
Gift Promised by Big Store Draws Prizes
Mrs. H. Bruce Cochran again won a prize at Evans, Parker & Moore sale on Tuesday receiving a percolator. On Saturday John Dixon won a half dozen men’s shirts and on Monday Girard Brownlow received an eight dollar rain coat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Bruce Cochran
Evans, Parker & Moore
John Dixor
Girard Brownlow
Country banks show gains across Santa Fe Hampshire Culleoka Spring Hill
County banks report growing prosperity with Santa Fe Hampshire Culleoka and Spring Hill posting increases in assets and better returns for shareholders. Six months separate the latest statements from previous figures, signaling strengthened financial strength in their communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Fe
Hampshire
Culleoka
Spring Hill
Tight Governor Primary Narrows Field In County
Tyne appears to hold an advantage as the state primary heats up. Analysts note shifting support in county races and growing attention to the governor contest. Local voters report interest rising ahead of the upcoming primary vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tyne
Political contest in Maury county hinges on Tyne Peebles support
In Maury county the liquor faction backs Thomas J Tyne with Thomas H Peebles as state manager aiming to carry the county for Tyne. Benton McMillin draws Old Guard support while Walter Faulkner and Preston show varying local strength. Voters hostile to both camps raise questions about turnout and independents. The piece notes expected continued coverage on page eleven.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thos. H. Peebles
Thos
J. Tyne
Peebles
Tyne
Fort 18
Patterson
Benton McMillin
Liquor Democracy
Benton
McMillin
Iron
Walter
Faulkner
Crabtree
Preston
Mills Is Chosen Head of Elks
Portland file reports D Mine of Superior Wisconsin elected grand exalted ruler by acclamation and Dr. N Ward of Pasadena grand royal knight while Edward Leach of New York No 1 was reelected treasurer. The annual Grand Lodge report shows subordinate lodges total property at 20 391 832 45 and Portland No 142 as the wealthiest with assets 245 684 01 New York No 1 is next with 125 700 49. Total Elks membership reaches 884 724, up 25 065 in the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Ore
D. Mine
Superior
Wis
N. Ward
Pasadena
Cal
Edward Leach
New York
Frederick W. m Mobieson
America
York
Robinson
Also Mentioned on This Page
Maja
N. Akin
Clerk Bailey
Williamson County
Thomas H. Peebles
Thomas Tyne
Restate
Tugaday
Franklin
Williamson Countiaes
Lewisburg
Nashvillian
Columbia Bar
Peebles & Forgey
Mr. Peebles
Mr. Tyne
Steele
Miller
Williams
Uindidates
Republicans
Farmers’ Special
Gus. W. Dyer
Opera House
BIG Store
Thos. R. Preston
Mills
Head OF
ELKS
Wisconsin
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