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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1917
Page
4
The Jackson Sun argues that Tennessee's congressional delegation should address the state on the constitutional convention. They are urged to counsel with moral courage, explaining whether the convention would aid in world affairs or harm it, rather than dodge the issue.
The court urges speedy purchase of the remaining turnpikes to avoid double taxation on travelers. It argues most of the county roads are owned and operated by the county, with only ten miles not yet under county control.
The War Department declined Capt Greer for colonel of the First Tennessee Field Artillery, opening the door for a civilian appointment. Gov Rye may nominate Luke Lea, a lieutenant colonel elect, whose leadership is praised for organizing the regiment and attracting top young men, with strong public support and a record of integrity and devotion. Lea’s fitness is argued as ideal, and no civilian other than Lea should be considered for the post.
The King's Daughters will ship a car load of old magazines and books Friday. Those wanting to contribute to the cause should call Mrs. En tone Anderson via Cirteen’s phone or Mrs. W. C. Salmon via Hell phone.
Deputies Blackburn and Burns discovered a complete liquor distilling outfit in a deep ravine near the Tennessee Cooperage property across from Lewis County. About eighty five gallons of beer and mash were seized and destroyed. owners not located. The plant, with copper still and kettle, appeared in operation for some time and planned another run. The equipment was moved to Mt Pleasant for demolition. Officials vow further search despite limited crew.
Special to The Herald reports deputies in Nashville seized contraband liquor from a vacant house at 411 Fourth Avenue South. The haul included 1,400 half pint bottles of Cascade and Old Jack Daniels, sacks of quart bottles, sacks of apple brandy, and five three gallon jugs of apple juice.
J R McCloud and Gordon Walker report officers of election will convene Saturday after voting to count returns. Wakes and A T McQuigg of Yorkville are in town to observe. Battery F mustered into service. Ned B Meleses is called as McCloud’s offer of his only son to national service appears in The Herald.
Captain A M Graham led Moore and Son’s stable through a grueling inspection day. Three hundred ten horses and mules were examined, one hundred eight accepted and branded for the U S Army. Lead mules will head to Fort Ethan Allen while wheeled artillery and cavalry teams go to Syracuse New York. The army is pressed to train quickly as inspections continue seven days a week.
In Lewis Scribner versus Lula Harmon the court awarded the complainant 2.50 in damages plus 20.10 costs after hogs damaged the garden. Defendant’s dogs were attached for security. Harmon and Minnie Grubbs versus Scribner for peace proceedings were postponed to Friday after noon at two. Eighteen witnesses have been summoned by the two women and Scribner may call several.
Addie Dorothy Ply infant of Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Ply died after a four week illness. Funeral held at Goshen church with Rev. Waite and Rev. Patten officiating, interment in the family square. Pallbearers included Mamie Ladd and the Misses Fly. Maury Undertaking Co. to charge.
Rhubarb is praised as versatile and useful as both a food plant and a drug source in playful verse. The piece contrasts rhubarb with cabbage, joking about harvesting and smoke use in a light, informal style.
July wheat closed at 2.40, rising three cents from yesterday. Oats steady at 65 cents. Irish potatoes at 2.50. Wet weather hinders county diggings. livestock prices unchanged. Eggs dip, eastern market demoralized. local dealers quote 23–24 cents for candied eggs, 10 cents for hens and chickens, with weak demand.
Special to The Herald from Louisville Ky notes a mixed market across livestock with lambs down fifty cents, cattle quiet, hog receipts around 1000 with tops near 15.59 and nights 15.00 plus 1 percent, lambs down to 14.50, produce prices for e ggs butter and poultry listed, flour and grain quotations from local mills included.
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