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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1920
Page
4
The Columbia Herald weekly edition shows postal matter details to the Post Office at Columbia Pennsylvania as second class mail matter. Resident editor signature line appears with organizational names and officials listed.
A letter argues La Follette Boreal and Johnson miss the only path with the Third Party, while asserting Harding appeals to traditional Republican values. It claims Democrats are equally conservative and rejects the radical wings of both major parties as out of step with the era’s constitutional faith.
An editorial condemns lawmakers appointing themselves to paid offices, urging constitutional checks and public ethics. The piece also analyzes Harding's Republican nomination speech, praising its plain, constitutional tone and rejection of radical reform in favor of preserving the republic.
A 1920s editorial defends constitutional unity and freedom of speech while condemning sedition and party faction. It rebukes extreme partisanship in Tennessee politics, supports the republic, and opposes efforts to push suffrage without proper constitutional procedure. It also argues for steady agricultural and national service amid rising costs and labor concerns.
The piece critiques U S railroad workers pay increases as potentially justified yet risky if imposed by threats, warning a coming railroad strike. It links wage boosts to farm exodus, production shortages, and rising union radicalism, urging measured public consideration. The author questions whether reforms align with public interest and stresses cautious, balanced action.
The article urges strict enforcement of the dog tax to protect sheep interests in Maury County. It warns many dogs roam in Columbia, owners evade small taxes, and calls for county officers, the council of agriculture, merchants association, and Kirwanis Club to cooperate. The grand jury should issue a warning to delinquent dog owners.
Monday in Columbia politicians swarmed the streets shaking hands and handing out hand bills while discussing the gubernatorial race. Governor Roberts supporters claim momentum in the county as farmers who opposed reelection publicly back his campaign.
Senator Clarence Y. Clark faces a flood of suffrage and antisuffrage literature as Tennessee debates federal woman suffrage. He contemplates constitutional implications, presses for due consideration, and has not yet decided how to vote.
Fran Wednesday's Daily Herald reports several candidates failed to file petitions ten days before the election due to strict enforcement of the Dortch law. At least three names were barred after midnight Monday, though one longtime office holder tried to act too late.
Dr. Sam A. Hays, candidate for the house, reiterates opposition to the present road law and supports repeal. He voted against it and does not favor a general wheel tax, preferring the 1917 act under which wagons and mules were required to perform road work. He would have preferred to test the law for two more years before change.
Manager J H Jackson of the New Grand announces a bold season plan after a strong first year. He expects fifteen local attractions plus favored Fifteen top legitimate acts and a heavy New York headliner program drawing crowds from Nashville and nearby counties. Jackson and family will travel, aiming to deliver premier entertainment beyond the popular movies.
London police report a domestic incident described as a mistress invading her own kitchen and clashing with others. The case involves alleged wrongful confinement and a disputed back door entry, with authorities noting a hearing and further travel to various cities as part of the inquiry.
A testimonial promotes Ziron as a two ingredient iron based tonic that rebuilds strength. George W Lanier of Alabama says it helped him gain ten pounds in four months, with improved appetite and energy. The ad urges readers to obtain Ziron from their druggist with a money back guarantee.
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