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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1908
Page
3
Nashville dispatch reports heated reaction to a Nashville American editorial attacking Senator Herbert L. Taylor as the 2 June uproar grows across parties. The piece denounces his maiden speech, links him to secession talk and GOP rivals, and provokes strong support for Taylor among his backers while provoking Patterson allies.
Baltimore MD June The General Conference of the Methodist Church abolishes the title presiding elder replacing it with district superintendent by a 22 to 210 vote. The reform extends to shifting charges of heresy from Bishops to Annual Conferences and allows immediate church entry with probation flexible, effective June 1 1908.
Missippi River near flood stage in St Louis on June 2. River at 284 feet, close to crest, threatens homes and blocks. many East St Louis residents flee rising waters. several blocks already waterlogged as authorities warn of further danger.
A renowned sire will be permitted to cover a restricted number of mares at ten shillings. The oldest progeny now four years old, two may appear in trials around 2 10 as three year olds in the spring. They are expected to be campaigned this season.
The State President of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union urges members to back candidates who support statewide prohibition in Tennessee's 1909 race. She argues liquor removal depends on electing aligned lawmakers, warns against personal feuds, and asks women to mobilize through meetings, literature, and prayers while praising candidate Carmack's temperance record.
The Collier Journal discusses a Senate bill granting $125 monthly pensions to the widows of Maj. James Carroll and Dr. Jesse Lazear. The two volunteers died contracting yellow fever to prove transmission by mosquitoes. Their sacrifices advanced science and could save thousands of lives, meriting lasting memory and a monument.
Former Governor Saya He, in Nashville, says he had no personal grievance against Patterson. He explains he did not seek any office under Patterson, including agriculture. He criticizes Patterson's personal organ for unfair utterances and pledges to not seek appointment from Carmack either.
Alliance Nevada June 1 William Jennings Bryan traveled through Nebraska with eight speeches and large crowds. He spoke at Chadron Crawford and Alliance with nonpartisan welcomes from Democrats and Republicans. Cowboys from the range attended the Chadron rally and a later open-air speech drew a lengthy audience at Alliance.
The Panamanian presidential campaign, leading to a July election, raises grave concern as authorities plan severe measures to ensure a fair vote. About 500 American marines stationed nearby may be detailed to polling sites, with civilian guards deployed to oversee the process.
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