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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1914
Page
2
An advertisement touts Croxone as a breakthrough kidney remedy that reaches the roots of disease, purifies blood, soothes bladder irritation, and dissolves uric acid. Claiming rapid, lasting relief, it urges readers to buy from first class drug stores and druggists.
Five thousand Democrats cheered as Tom C Rye was proclaimed party leader at the Nashville convention. Three rival candidates embraced Rye to show support, with the nominating vote sweeping across counties, despite no votes from Davidson, Hamilton, Shelby, Knox, Madison, or Sullivan counties. The platform was delivered by Oscar Holladay as the crowd hailed the new standard bearer.
R L Jeter of Columbia Tennessee testifies of kidney trouble worsened by cold and overwork. After using Dean's Kidney Pills from Adams Martins Drug Store he reports relief and urges others to try the same remedy. Price 50c at dealers. Remember the name Dean's and take no other.
In the Dave Molock v J N Railroad Co case the circuit court Friday morning took a non-suit against the plaintiff. The R B Hopkins v J M Early case was settled out of court. The R B Hopkins v J Kittrell case ended with the defendant paying 50 and costs.
Notice of the death of W. C. Blanton, 83, formerly of Columbia, in Union City. He was connected to the Bangus family through his daughter Mrs. Jack Bangus. This brief notice notes his passing and local family ties. An unrelated advertisement for Foley Cathartic Tablets appears in the same section.
Rye's nomination drew rapid, broad approval in Maury County with most regular Democrats behind him though a few ultra regulars balk at the prohibition plank. Independent Democrats split some for Hooper while others shift to Rye, saying Hooper is stronger now than ever but could gain regulars who bolt the platform.
Mrs J M Sowell died after weeks of illness at her Santa Fe home on Friday night. She was sister to B A Satterfield and left four children Ora Annie Myrtle Willie Bell and Janie Grace and her husband. Surviving siblings include John Bruce Satterfield and Mrs John Woody. A devout Cumberland Presbyterian, funeral services are set for 11 am tomorrow at Cumberland church Santa Fe with interment in the local cemetery.
An advertisement touts LIV VER LAX as superior to cal omel with claimed no bad effects and directs readers to ask STEP HENSON BROB (Adri) for details.
Judge Richardson sat for Judge Turner on Friday and directed the jury to return a verdict for the J N Railroad Company in the W J Workman suit. The plaintiff claimed his mare was damaged by a railroad train.
An advertisement for LIV-VER-LAX claims relief for liver and stomach ailments. It promotes buying from BON BROS. with a direct sales pitch and no supporting details.
Special to The Herald Nashville May 20 The Democratic state convention nominated Geo N Welch of Putnam county for railroad commissioner defeating incumbent Frank Avent about 700 to 500 Welch represented the tenth district in the last Tennessee Senate and is described as one of the wealthiest men in the Cumberland valley Avent, defeated for renomination, had served eight years on the commission since 1906 including a term as secretary prior to his election.
Hot weather tonic claim touts Electric Bitters as a cure for nervous exhaustion and weak digestion. Includes a testimonial from Mrs. James Duncan of Haynesville Me who says it cured her after doctors gave up. Os 0c and $1.00, at your Druggist Bucklen's Arnica Salve for Cuts.
At the Maury County Rural Carriers Association session held in the courthouse, B. D. Minor was elected president, W. M. Allen as vice president, J. W. Tanner as secretary, and R. O. Tucker as treasurer. Delegates to the Nashville convention were W. S. Crawford and H. H. Hardison with alternates D. L. Fry and Charles Chaffin. A Williamson County organizing committee was named, and a drive to recruit all carriers urged. there are 36 carriers in the county, 22 members. Pledges for free turnpikes were voiced. P. High of Martin, Tenn., spoke briefly.
Will Long died at his sister’s home near Bigbyville on Friday afternoon after a year of bad health. He was about 36, once a Remington Arms Co representative for several Southern states. Survived by three sisters and two brothers. Funeral held at Mt. Pleasant Methodist church with Rev. J Alli son Molloy and Rev. Lem Long officiating. interment in Mt. Pleasant cemetery. Oakes & Nichols funeral directors in charge.
A two day personally conducted trip from Columbia priced at 9 65 total. Round trip railroad fare 4 55. Rooms at Cave Hotel with board and cave trips included. Special coach on regular train at 8 35 p m. Write or phone L and N Agent.
Rev Livingston T Mays of First Baptist Church, named consul at Charlottestown Prince Howard Island, may accept. He just returned from Washington after meeting Secretary Bryan and other diplomats. decision not final but probable by July. He may address his congregation about the appointment tomorrow.
An advertisement touts Citrolax Sitrolax and related products as the best remedy for constipation and upset stomach. It claims quick action with no pain or nausea, offering a pleasant lemonade flavor and strong flushing effect, urging readers to ask their druggist for the product.
Columbia Tennessee May 29 1914 non resident defendant Mrs J Orman must appear within three days of the next term of chancery court to plead answer or demur to the complainant W J Neeley bill otherwise the bill may be confessed. court orders publication of this notice for four consecutive weeks in The Columbia Herald. A. N. Akin Clerk Master H P Figuers solicitor for complainant.
An illustrated old advertisement claims LIV VER LAX tones the system stimulating the liver and harmonizing with other organs. It warns calomel as deadly poison and promotes Stephenson Bros as harmless and child safe, promising guaranteed satisfaction.
In Maury County Court Tennessee Annie McDowell and others appear for a land sale by decree of the May Term 1914. On Saturday June 13 1914 at 12 o'clock noon at the county house door in Columbia the seven lots in the 6th Civil District near the southern edge of Columbia will be sold to the highest bidder. The property is bounded north by Fair Grounds, east by W C Grant, south by Jackson Street, and west by Abe Porter.
A vegetable compound named Liv-ver-Lax is advertised as a harmless liver stimulant safe for children. The ad credits Stephenson Bros and mentions Adyt as the source or partner in the promotion.
Public auction to be held in Spring Hill Maury County at noon on June 13 1914 for a parcel of land on Beech Grove Road 120 feet by 200 feet bounded by Hwell Farm Hume Beech Grove Road and Bond cash terms Clerk and Master Robert Vaughn and administrator notice for A T Blankenship estate dated May 26 1914 with filing deadline and indebtedness settlement urged.
An old advertisement touts Dr King s New Discovery as a remedy for coughs colds and throat troubles. It cites testimonials from customers including O H Brown praising the product for adults and children at prices of 50c and 91 07 per bottle.
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