Maury County Farmer Defends Burial Of Died Horse
J N Meroney of Dark's Mill defends his decision to bury rather than burn a 1200 pound horse, arguing the Hog Cholera Eradication Association imposes an unfair burden on Maury farmers. He recounts the burial method, the insistence of his family for a decent burial, and a warrant issued by a state official named Scott leading to fines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. N. Meroney
Dark’s Mill
State Agricultural Department
Maury County
Maury
Scott
Bob
Columbia
Lam
Tenn
Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsed by Local Citizens
Mrs. R. B. Richardson of Columbus reports kidney pain backache and fatigue easing after using Doan's Kidney Pills from Woldridge Drug Store. She notes irregular kidney secretions improved and other symptoms faded. Price 50 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo, N. Y. ad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
Constipation Cure Promised Overnight Po-Do-Lax Ad
An advertisement touts Po-Do-Lax as a quick cure for constipation. It claims a small dose yields four free bowel movements by morning, attributes relief to Podophyllin and increased bile flow, and urges readers to obtain the product from a druggist immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
J. J, Cheney & CO
Toledo
Ohio
Mruggiati
Strong Sermon at First Presbyterian by Dr Johnson
Rev Clyde Johnson of Zion preach a strong sermon on the Spiritual Power of the Word of God at the First Presbyterian Church Sunday morning. Pulpit will be occupied next Sunday by Rev C W Latham of Lynnville.
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First Presbyterian Church
Clyde Johnson
Zion
Word of God
C. W. Latham
Lynnville
Hampshire and Culleoka Split Doubleheader in Culleoka
Hampshire defeated Culleoka 8 to 5 in the first game while Culleoka won the second 6 to 3. Both teams showcased numerous errors in the two contests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hampshire
Culleoka
Germany Holds Off on US Demands in Lusitania Note
Berlin reports it will withhold final decision on American demands until it receives the U S reply. Germany maintains neutral ships without hostile acts must not be attacked and says it acted in self defense in destroying Lusitania ammunition. It recalls US-Britain Berlin London proposals failed to end submarine warfare and food blockades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Germany
United States
Herr von Jagow
Gerard
Cushing
Gulflight
Lusitania
London
Jersey Cow Swapped At Handsome Price For Myrah Brown
R F Dodson sells to George McKennon a splendid Jersey cow named Myrah Brown, granddaughter of Doc Brown, for a handsome three figure sum. The animal yields over two pounds of butter daily and will be tested on special rations for a week to enter the Jersey register of merit.
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Hugh Lee Webster
R. F. Dodson
George EB. McKennon
Jersey
Myrah Brown
Doc Brown
Captain Fussell Rebounding After Illness
News from the city and county report Col. J. H. Fussell has shown notable improvement after a period of illness. He was recently brought to the city by automobile, though he remains not fully well.
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Col. J. H. Fussell
Tomlinson Heads Lynnville School
Prof Pride Tomlinson elected principal of Robert B. Jones High School at Lynnville in a district known for strong teaching. A Columbia graduate with teaching experience, he is among the state’s youngest principals and comes from a family of educators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pride Tomlinson
Columbia
Robert B. Jones
Lynnville
Tomlinson
University of the South
Jesse Tomlinson
McDowell School
Stiversville
Lassen Peak erupts again marking anniversary of activity
Redding California May 31 Lassen peak erupts in a violent eruption pouring boiling mud down its slopes. Fears rise for the safety of investigators in the danger zone. The eruption follows the May 22 outbreak and marks the peak's first anniversary as an active volcano.
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Redding
Cal
Lassen Peak
Burdock Blood Bitters Ad Promises Pure Blood Cure
An old advertisement claims heavy impure blood causes a murky pimply face headaches and indigestion while pure blood results from Burdock Blood Bitters. It asserts thin blood weak and pale states and offers the product for 1.00 at all stores.
Disappointment Over German Reply Rises in Washington
Washington May 31 German response to the American note on the Lusitania sinking draws deep disappointment. Officials vow no comment. Wilson’s decision Pending as cabinet meets Tuesday. Berlin text expected soon to guide U S action.
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Washington
Germany
Cal States
Wilson
Gerard
Bryan
Berlin
United States
White House
State Department
Quote on ownership and marriage from The Herald
A brief, reflective exchange about possession and suitability for marriage. The quoted line suggests some men prize their own property as the finest, prompting a motherly remark about the type of man to marry. The fragment hints at societal attitudes in the Herald’s voice.
Bit of Sunshine Expected to Boost Maury County Crops
Farmers in Maury County long for rain and sunshine after two dry years. Hay is ready to cut, wheat ripening, corn prospects show strong potential if stands hold. Farmers report good soil preparation and expect yields to surpass earlier expectations barring any major adverse events.
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Maury County
Booth Sought in NSA Conspiracy Case at Bush Distilling
Washington May reports no progress in locating Knox Booth, revenue agent at Nessville, still wanted on conspiracy to defraud the government in the Bush Distilling case at Fort Smith Arkansas. Government efforts continue with warrants expected for others involved.
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Washington, D. C
Booth
Nessville
Bush Distilling Company
Fort Smith
Ark
Fourland
Ariss
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Winona
Minn
Nuita
Dio
Meroney
DR. Johnson
Raleigh Dodson
Myrahi
George E
M’kennon
Capt. Fussell
Bradley
Bell
Citizens
John Deere
Bet John Deere
Harlan, Porter & Walker
Lynnville School
Giles County Institution
Wade
The
Herald
Knox Booth
TA Revenue Agent
Willie
Mamma
Grandma
C. E. Kord
Terese
R F. Moore i Son
Ste Seventh Street
Wendley, Thomas & Hendley
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