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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1906
Page
5
In the Johnson City Comet and Louisville Courier Journal, editors and writers lampoon politics and figures. Bryan plans to attend a Russian Duma session while opponents push a gubernatorial race against the machine. A Senate prediction cites June 15 adjournment amid seven must pass bills, with comic quips on public life and moral duties.
Johnson City staff quote warns that a politician lacking a known nickname will quickly fade in politics. It cites that labeling Senators James Brutus Frazier as Jeems or Sim invites harsh scrutiny and a chilling reception.
Henry Watterson cites Gov Scott of Kentucky saying when things are bad they are hard to mend and when they go doggone bad they mend themselves. Watterson points to history to illustrate the truth of the remark.
The Watch Trust, a firm empowered to gauge American buyers, operates a thriving business purchasing American watches abroad and reshipping them to this country. The Courier-Journal notes the dividend distribution at 175 percent as part of its financial activity.
The prospective Republican nominee for Tennessee governor, Hon. H. Clay Evans, has purchased an 18-choreo power steam automobile. The Knoxville Sentinel notes his limited knowledge of machines may make the journey not smooth, suggesting a rough ride to the gubernatorial chair.
The Memphis News-Scimitar notes that many supporters of Gov. Cox persistently claim he has defeated him, becoming hysterical in vocal opposition. Intellectual and moral hysteria drive numerous inaccuracies, affronts to audience trust, and breaches of faith.
The Daily Herald reports from the convention stand with Mr F D Lander presenting the day's proceedings. The paper aims to deliver top service, rivaling Memphis Chattanooga and Knoxville dailies in quality and promptness for important events.
The Minneapolis Journal envisions Luther Burbank solving war by breeding new grains and fruits to replace weapons. It imagines crossing cannon with The Hague peace plan to create a deathless gun and stingless bayonet, ending hurt while nations still arm.
Dr. R. M. Tinnon pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Nashville delivered a moving baccalaureate sermon to cadets at the Military Academy and a later address at Cumberland church. He urged the afflicted to trust in God, easing heavy burdens and sorrows born of sin, praised for his sweet and comforting message from one who has known sin.
Mrs Fannie Belle Dabney sued George W Foster for breach of promise and seduction in Fountain Creek. case settled with Foster paying 2000 dollars and costs. The file noted original damages of 15000. Other railway injury verdicts included KR G artis v N O S L Ry for 608 75 and J W Hope v N L Ry for 200. Monroe Stephenson v L N Ry on trial for damages from moving heavy freight.
The Columbia Military Academy cadet minstrel show drew praise for strong choruses, precise dancing, and Henry Benns standout singing. Major Martin and cadets staged a flawless Queen's Salute drill praised by Major Whitthorne as the best he has seen. The program closed with Tenting on the Old Camp Ground, leaving the audience well pleased.
Even partisan papers reject fighting Clas Evans on the carpetbagger issue as Tennessee Democrats move beyond sectional warfare. They expect to field a candidate who will carry the gubernatorial contest on high ground, though the nominee is not yet named.
A chaotic Tennessee party convention stretched for hours with rival Patterson and Cox factions clashing over rules and leadership. Gov. Porter attempted to chair temporarily but left after failed agreements as delegates drank and disorder flared. Police and guards kept clashes minimal while factions battled over the temporary organization.
Miss Kinzer and Mr Claude Rogere of Paducah Ky united in marriage on Thursday at 3 20 in Water Valley Rev Patton officiated they left for Chicago and northern points Friends and relatives returnings noted as several local residents travel and farm conditions report corn wheat oats and hay prospects in the area
McKeanon Anderson and Frey announce they received 4000 yards of Chinese and Japanese Martines from an importer reducing stock to prepare for another season's importation.
A sale offers Swiss and Irish lace curtains cut from large lots, with 3 yard lengths and prices from 85c to 4.00 per pair. Assorted curtains include Crystal lace, gingham, and point lace styles, with many pairs available. Limited stock, effective Saturday.
A fresh lot of 5000 yards of sheer Organdy finished lawns arrives and will be offered starting next Saturday and Monday. Prices range from 10 cents to 15 cents for Organdies and thin goods, with patterns including Pompadour effects, large flowers, dots, stripes, and figures on white grounds.
Readymade skirts in Black Panama Grey mixtures Grey Worsted and plaids with prices from 5 to 7.50. White goods sale includes Persian Lawns 15 to 50 cents French Lawns 20 25 50 cents India Linen 40 inch Sheer Lawns dotted Swisses and linen finishes. 170 pairs Misses and Childrens Strap Slippers discounted next Saturday and Monday 75 cents to 8 cents for various sizes.
The Bugler is praised as a creditable book with blue and red covers and an attractive simple design. It includes illustrations, humorous drawings, club and athletic rosters, poems stories and jokes, and a tribute to Walter Akin Geers. Copies are available from Will Fleming for every student.
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