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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1906
Page
8
In Chattanooga and surrounding areas the grand jury heard testimony about the Hatta Nooga mob actions during the fall. Witnesses described masked participants from suburban areas and identified some involved in demolition and theft. Indictments against principals were deemed unlikely without concrete proof.
Kansas City May 25 Judge in the United States District Court refused to grant an injunction sought by the Forest King Distilling Company of Mississippi to compel the Express Company to transport remaining liquor packages. The court noted that Mississippi laws imposing heavy fines could result in substantial penalties if deliveries continued, with the Express Company risking fines up to 2500 and possible jail for its agents. The story also recounts a tangential tale about a Missouri legislator and a late 19th century incident involving a Texas bride, as recounted by the American Spectator.
A Kansas City Star item recalls Winston Churchill’s quick retort to a heckler during a wartime dinner. The lady’s compliment on his politics sparked a sharp comeback, later cited as a exemplar of his wit and tone amid a tense campaign season.
The first meeting of the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners for candidates seeking permanent licenses will be held in Nashville on Wednesday June 13. Forty three certificates have been issued. The board includes President Dr George R White Nashville Vice President Dr J W Scheibler Memphis Secretary Dr M Jacob Knoxville Treasurer Dr George B Blackman Chattanooga.
In a Glasgow Times feature, a new vicar tours the parish with his warden Baye. The sexton Peter Sparke, aged and bent, tolls the church bell and jokes about retirement after tolling for five vicars. On stage, Sir Charles Wyndham is teased by Harry Hamilton for resembling Garrick, with Wyndham delighting in the playful remark.
The Philadelphia Record notes that only two naval officers have appeared on postage stamps and discusses the proposal to place John Paul Jones on a stamp, highlighting rarity of such honors.
Washington May 24 Representative Charles A Towne of New York delivered a lengthy speech in the House on tariff policy and Republican influence. He argued the party no longer serves the people, warned of socialism dangers, and urged Democratic reform while criticizing Roosevelt and party machinery.
B. E. Hurt of Mt. Pleasant was arrested Wednesday on a warrant by Bantam Dawson charged with obtaining money under false pretenses. Hurt allegedly collected an $18.60 insurance premium from Dawson and did not apply it to the policy. He was bound over for court and released on $500 bond.
A Houston Post note remarks on a harsh remarriage custom where widows may lose a finger joint, and questions a widow named Lillian Respell who would never see sense in it. The item highlights social stigma tied to widow remarriage and bodily penalties.
Anton Hanstlan of Vienna pushes his wife and daughter in a hand cart, arriving in Brownsville, Tennessee, after leaving Vienna on September 12, 1900. He aims to circle the globe and visit major lands within seven years, continuing toward New York and then across Australia, China, and Siberia before returning home.
A New York Sun article recounts Tshaka's rise from petty chief to king, building a formidable military machine and conquering tribes. It notes his harsh discipline, decisive battles, and the enduring legacy of his Zulu nation, now facing renewed conflict with the British.
At Chipley Georgia an outdoor political meeting addressed by Hoke Smith erupts into a pistol duel over a 15 cent debt. Joe Hastey is killed, John Irvin is slain by a pursuing crowd three blocks away. about sixty five shots fire. Two spectators are wounded.
A Chinatown property owners group met with Mayor Schmitz Ruef and Deneen to discuss relocating the Chinese district. Deneen favored a new site bounded by Sansome Front and Pacific streets and the water, but owners objected citing Chinatown's $30 million business and tourist draw. Action was deferred.
Fayet teville May 24 Sam Woodard resident near Bellville had a cow that choked a broomhandle jammed in the throat breaking off a fragment. The cow survived and months later a knot on the side revealed the remaining piece. witnesses confirmed the tale and the stick was removed.
A broad advertisement describes The Racket Stationery Department offerings including fine papers in tablet and box forms, note cards and envelopes, soaps, notions such as ladies undergarments and umbrellas, wall paper, room moldings, memoranda, brushes, varnishes, and fishing tackle. Prices span from 2c to $2.00, with multiple everyday consumer items highlighted.
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