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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1908
Page
5
Labor leader Samuel Gompers reaffirmed support for William Jennings Bryan at the Denver convention, pledging to back the Democratic platform to advance labor interests. Bryan greeted by delegates as union reps urged strong labor tenets, while Indiana figures predicted Bryan gains and speculated on campaign styles and future speeches.
Heavy afternoon rainstorm sends a bolt into the chimney of Rev. David Asher's home four miles north west of London. Children Mat Vie, 4, and Robert, 7, died instantly while Minnie Asher, 10, was badly shocked and not expected to recover. The family suffered shock though no others are believed seriously injured. Rev. Asher is a Baptist minister from a prominent family.
Rep Livingstone of Georgia arrives in Washington on July 14 with remarks on Tom Watson and the late Judge Crisp. He defends his stance within the Democratic party and recalls past House contest battles and Confederate era tensions.
By resolution of the Legislative Executive Committee of Maury County the primary election is ordered for July 7, 1905, to elect delegates to the county legislative convention on August 4, 1905. Polling places are listed across districts with names like Firs Store, Standle Shy District, Park's Bracton, and many others. The primary occurs under state primary law per the committee's resolution, dated July 7, 1905.
In Fulton County a suburban car carrying orphans from the Decatur Methodist Orphans Home was near Atlanta when a shot from a passing freight train tore through the boy’s head and struck his mother in the neck. The train crew was arrested, the boy not expected to survive, and Mrs. Jamieson in critical condition.
All nations strive to check the white plague and reduce deaths from consumption. An advertisement brags Foley's Honey and Tar cures coughs and colds perfectly with no risk of consumption. It claims safety and certain results over unknown remedies.
A comic exchange unfolds as a wealthy customer pressurizes a druggist to supply wine and iron, insisting he can afford the finest. The druggist remains cautious while the customer insists he is a millionaire seeking premier goods.
Local store advertises discounts on ladies wear including gloves, stockings, wallets and embroidery, plus children's sailor hats and boys neckwear. Men’s shirts and summer outfits priced from 25 cents to 1 dollar with shoes featured. Customers are invited to view the selection before buying.
Fairview Nebraska July 14 delegates of the sub committee on appointing a national chairmanship and a related resolution met to create a slate for the Democratic National Committee leadership. J N A Wood of Leavenworth Kansas, a lawyer, was favored though not officially nominated. The motion barred any candidate from serving as leader or campaigning for the post. Committee members listed include Taggart Hall Black Osborne Green Ryan Dantel Wade Tomlinson Cole Brady with Daniele as secretary. The group aimed to ensure no one remained a candidate during the process.
The Stranius bank cashier, aged and well known, was convicted for receiving deposits after the bank’s insolvency, and sentenced to five years in the penitentiary. He was moved to the Reckin farm by Sheriff Hi Smith, amid hopes for executive clemency. Another prisoner, Tom Williams, a young man from Lincoln County, with a five year manslaughter sentence, began service early while appealing, to shorten his term if affirmed.
The Zeppelin departed Lake Constance shed at 2:22 PM for a planned 24 hour air trip. After one and a half hours a side tear torn gear forced return. Repairs were midair temporary, but the flight was halted and the ship returned to its mooring. passengers disembarked and a new attempt was announced for tomorrow.
Advertisement offers wheat and Burt oats wanted with two contact numbers 60 and agent offices at other stations. Elevator storage free and sacks furnished on favorable terms. Corset text appears as a partial line.
Gans Military Band and Orchestra of Loulevide Kentucky will play at the county fair this fall. The well known ensemble with thirty musicians will be present throughout the fair and has contracted for an entire week. The management receives congratulations on securing its services.
In a staged forecast of exploration, Commander Robert E Peary and the British Antarctic Expedition led by Ernest Shackleton prepare to push toward extreme latitudes. The Nimrod departs from New Zealand with Shackleton’s crew aiming for the Antarctic dawn, while Peary races time and distance toward the polar culmination. The piece also notes medical advertisement for Foley's Kidney Remedy.
Manuel Bonillo president of Honduras exiles in Belize disputes involvement in the revolt. He condemns arrests of friends tied to the movement and hopes Honduras government restores order as Choluteca is recaptured. An American cruiser arrival and talks between Bacon and Creel signal US Mexican accord on Central America.
140 acre farm to be sold Thursday July 8 at 10 o'clock from the Tom Sparkman place on Carter's Creek headwaters in Williamson County. Located 24 1/2 miles north of Theta, about half usable and half woodland. Features a seven room dwelling, barn, outbuildings, six springs. sale for division with terms cash and balance on time. Sparkman, Agent. Mell Phose No 205.
August Grose, a supposedly sane inventor, faced a deadly attack as a madman and his posse raided the Grose home. Two men were wounded, one mortally, as shots and barricades marked the morning disturbance. Police recovered near-fatal injuries and the suspect’s family reportedly has a history of mental illness.
Thirty men indicted for participation in the Damascus night raid near the Virginia Tennessee line. Officials vow strict prosecution to quell lawlessness as trials begin next week. A masked party swooped into the frontier town and disrupted local labor as foreign workers were allegedly targeted by employers resisting immigrant labor. Local industries face pressure over imports and enforcement actions rise.
An unclear reader message urges reliance on a local Dr Thouiat Eclectrical for emergencies, claiming it eases pain and treats burns. The note presents a rushed endorsement of a medical service without clear details or verification.
W E Daimwood has bought the photograph business on West Seventh Street from Fielden about six weeks ago. Staley will return to his home in Oklahoma. Daimwood plans moving the gallery to Seventh Street and consolidating with the other studio, with new scenes and equipment for the display.
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