Our Correspondents Weather Notes and Local Illnesses
Rain welcomed crops showing mixed results with wheat poor in some areas. Clover looks well while watermelons suffer from pests. Local illnesses include Mrs Roan and Mrs White both sick, Chandler and Nellie recovering. Eva Wilbyte visiting Ada Hughes. Berta and Katie Meroney visiting father J N Meroney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra J. Roan
D. White
P. Chandler
Nellie
H. Roan
Mies Eva Wilbvite
Corinth
Mise
Ada Hughes
Mires Berta
Katie Meroney
Nashville
J.N. Meroney
Mack Taylor
J. K. Shannon
Das Oakley
Hop Woody
Snow Creek
Bessie Church
Carter’s Creek
Misens Meroneya
Lee Cavananigh
Hopkinsville
Digestive Cure Promises Quick Relief From Indigestion
John Canada of Nashville reports Pre Digested Oil greatly improves digestion and allows eating solid foods. He claims it cures loss of appetite and indigestion, with a teaspoon after meals easing stubborn cases. Also mentions Brown O1 Ointment for skin sores. Local sellers listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Canada
Putnam Street
Nashville
P. D.D
W. P. Woldridge
A.B. Raina
Hurlan & Crosthwait
J. A. Titeamh
Ico
Alcorn
How Chamberlain Got Rich Revolve Around a Mispointed Screw
The London Colonial Secretary Joseph Chamberlain allegedly profited by buying the mispointed screw patent for £60 and selling it as a new device. His firm Nettlefold and Chamberlain rapidly dominated English screw production, earning about $10,000,000. Critics claim he aided the inventor little after securing wealth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Chamberlain
England
London
Chamberlain
Gimlet
Nettlefold
Cincinnati Buquirer
Dr King's New Discovery Promises Home Cure for Consumption
A historical ad touts Dr Kings New Discovery for consumption and colds, claiming it cures at home. It markets the product as infallible, with free samples and bottles priced at ten dollars each, backed by a guarantee and distributed by W. Woldin.
Mule attack on farm worker near Lynnville shocks community
June 2 in Lynnville a colored man working on Charlie Dover's farm was kicked by a mule while riding from a field. The mule reared after a roadside fright and threw him, his feet tangled in the gear. He suffered severe injuries as the animal continued to kick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynnville
Charlie Dover
Characteristic remarks by Rev Peebles on war claim Jordan resolution
The Dallas Daily Christian Advocate reports Rev W R Peebles supporting the Jordan war claim measure. He argues for returning every dollar without conditions, using a fish anecdote to illustrate prudence, and warns against letting a favorable chance slip away.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas Daily Christian Advocate
Methodist General Conference
W. R. Peebles
Jordan
Mr. Peebles
Tam
Tam Frank
Brother Jordan
Electric Bitters and Arnica Salve Restore Hartford Man
J W Sullivan of Hartford Connecticut recounts a severe leg infection after a srosty wire scratch twelve years ago. Doctors urged amputation but he treated with Electric Bitters and Bucklen's Arnica Salve, restoring his leg to health. The ad promises relief for eruptions eczema and blood disorders. W P Woldridge offers guarantee or refund for 60 cent bottles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Sullivan
Hartford
Conn
Electric Bitters
W. P. Woldridge
State Peabody Institute Meeting for Teachers Opens June 14
The State Peabody Institute begins Monday June 14 and runs to July 11. Attendees who pass the examinations will receive certificates to teach anywhere in the State. Fifty travelers by rail can obtain one third fare return tickets with a valid institute certificate. Board in Columbia is available at moderate rates. State Superintendent has assigned instructors including A Mynders, W C Lawson, and Prof Sherrill with James E Scobey and Mr Pleasant.
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Colombia
Columbia
A. Mynders
Jackson
Tom
Institute
W. C. Lawson
Pulaski
Sherrill
Ballard's Snow Liniment Promises Fast Relieve
A vintage notice touts Ballard's Snow Liniment as a splendid remedy for neuralgic pains rheumatism and backache. It quotes D P Moore agent of Illinois Central Railway Milan Tennessee praising its effects and a family using it, priced 20 cents and one dollar at A H Raine’s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ballard
D. P. Moore
Agt
Tllinois Central Railway
Milan
Tenn
Raine
Suspect Warren Arrested After Bellipsire Robbery Inquiry
Sheriff Hight and deputies captured Warren near Hampshire after warrants showed misrepresentation by a self styled United States Secret Service official. Warren slept by a spring with a Winchester rifle, twelve cartridges, and a pocket box. He claims alibi and says he was deputized to make the arrest but names no officer. Police pursue potential connection to a Sam Warren wanted for mule stealing in Lewis County.
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Isued
Henry Freerson
Taylor Bro
Hamysbir
Sherif Hight
Gardner Friernon
J. M. Warren
United States Secret Service
Sheriff Hight
Colombia
Warren
Hampshire
Sherif
Church
Good
Lunn
George Cater
Thegro Bey
Houe
Sam' Warren
Napier's Furnace
Sam Warren
Lewis County
Grocery Burned at Old Sheppard Store
Fire damaged a grocery building owned by J. M. Sheppard near Prominent Town. The stock suffered major loss while the structure remained standing. Insurance covered the loss, with Actna Company and Hayes Bros listed as agents. Origin of the blaze could not be determined. report notes repeated fires in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheppend
J. M. Sheppard
John W. Frierson, Jr
Hayes Bros
Stratey
Mrees Gross, Jr
Tragic freight train accident near Elkmont costs limps and life
Athens Alabama June 2 William Hiett a 17 year old mill worker fell from a fast moving freight train near Elkmont last night suffering severe injuries including loss of one leg and possible loss of others. He was brought home with little hope for recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Ala
William Hiett
Elkmont
Distressing stomach cure touted by master healer
An advertisement claims a master remedy cures stomach weakness and indigestion permanently. It promises relief from first dose, universal applicability, and consistent success. Sold by A. B. Ralos, druggist, with February 7 publication date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Ralos
Dealers Raise Ice Prices for Dealers Only
The Columbia Ice Co raises wholesale ice price by five cents per hundred pounds due to higher coal sawdust and repair costs. Consumers stay at the same price, and retailers must match to avoid losing sales in their own retail business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia Ice Co
Imported Tea Hmm No. 1 Pub Square Item Noted
An item listing reads Imported Tea with reference to Pub Square and Bell Telephone Number 11. The fragment suggests a catalog or advertisement entry in a historical newspaper page segment indicating a product and contact detail.
McDowell School Picks New Faculty for Next Session
McDowell School directors in the Ninth District elected the teaching staff for the new session. Prof. Jease Tomlinson and Prof. A. Allen will serve as co principals, with Mrs. Tomlinson and Miss Willie Figners as assistants. A. T. Mortell remains Macedonia colored school principal with Lonella Collins and Eyla Hill as assistants. Disciplinary discussion noted on the Williams colored school with no teacher chosen yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Lonella
Collins
Eyla Hill
Williams Colored School
Columbia Water & Light Company Card Thanks Patrons
The Columbia Water and Light Company expresses appreciation to friends and patrons for understanding during the supply interruption. It notes repairs followed best electrical engineering practices and invites inspections of the plant to prove it up to date.
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Columbia Water & Light Company
Columbia Water & Light Co
Injunction Sought Over Nashville Rail Subscription
In Nashville on June 2 a suit was filed in the United States Circuit Court by J. Craig McLanahan and other non resident taxpayers seeking to enjoin the city from paying a one million dollar subscription to the Asheville and Esis railroad. The bill alleges the election was illegal with numerous alleged illegal votes in each ward, and contends the entire proceeding is invalid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nashville
United States Circuit Court
J. Craig McLanahan
Ashville
Young man struck torpedo near rail and lost eye
Evan Alexander, about 18, son of Ellis Alexander of West End, touched a torpedo on a railroad track at South Main crossing. The explosive burst, injuring his face and hand, blinded an eye and caused severe injuries. He was treated at home and faces possible lockjaw.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evan Alexander
Alexander
Ellis Alexander
West End
South Main Street
Aleaander
Relief in Six Hours From Kidney Cure Claim
Distressing case relieved in six hours by Great South American Kidney Cure. Promises prompt relief of bladder, kidney and back pain and rapid withdrawal of water retention. Sold by A. B. Rains, druggist. feb7-ly
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Rains
Drogiist
Board of Equalization Organizes at Courthouse Meeting
The Board of Equalization met Monday in the grand jury room at the Courthouse and elected J. H. Fitzgerald as chairman and J. P. Wiley as secretary. Other members are B. D. Er, W. A. Hardison, and W. A. Irwin.
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Board of Equalization
Monnav
J. H. Fitegerald
J. P. Wiley
Aoe
Mesars
B. D. Er
W. A. Hardison
W. A. Irwin
Eczema relief with Bucklen’s Arnica Salve promotes healing
An old time remedy claims Bucklen’s Arnica Salve soothes itchy inflamed skin and raw sores by reducing inflammation and healing without scarring, presenting it as a safe treatment for eczema and related skin ailments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklen
Arnica
Gained Bond for Gardner Frierson in Local Arrest Case
One of the arrestees in a Len of breaking late bond was released on Monday after posting bond. The case involves Gardner Frierson and other named individuals. The article notes ongoing legal proceedings and bond status with limited readable details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gardner Frierson
Moniay
Londay Ciim
Areno New
Puzzle and Dinner Pail Theme in Republican Paper
A clipped note from The Commoner cites a Chicago Republican issue during the 1900 campaign. It mocks laborers pleads to oppose meat consumption while showing a bucket demanding four years more of the full dinner pail. The writer frames laborers as finding meat in the fall dinner pail and questions how workers can obtain rights through the political stunt.
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Chicago
City Court fines Hood for selling liquor before hours
City Court judge Bevin fined Ab Hood 25 and costs for selling liquor outside legal hours. Hood appealed claiming he warned customers before 10 o clock and kept beer in his yard. Howe testified Hood retrieved beer from an ice chest indoors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bevin
Ab Hood
Hood
Hoween
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Paras Bilt
Negro
New York
State Peabody Institute
Bellipshire
State House of Hayes Bros. i
T. F. Anttony
A. Hoptains
Columbia Toes
Mt. Pleasant
Byrne Ain
Goenka
Conde
Mosgey
North Main Street
John Adams
Mt. Pleasant, Tenn
Adams & Martin
Prescription Druggista
McDowell’s School
Profs. Tomlinson
Allen
Farmers’ & Merchants’ Bank
J.P. Brownlow
J. R. Gracy
Jno
W. Fry
John W. Fox
J. J. Ploming
J. E. Brownlow
T. J. Rea
J. F. Brownlow
Cashier
Biths, Howard J. F. Brownlow
the Phoenix
BANK
J. P. Street
Jobn W. Frierson
W. B.greenlaw
D.¥. Watkins
NO. Rierson
Jk. Mura
W.J. Oakes
N. Main St
Citizens
the Maury National Bank
Columbia, Tennesse
RW. McLemore
Ted
Ohea Agouts of Farmers Merchants
al. Om
A. Farrer
Columbia Phonograph Company
Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD
Texas
Indian Territory
W.g.adams
T. PA
Tenael
Lebeaume
G.P
ST. Louis
Bond
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