Mt Pleasant Happenings and Local Notices
Mt Pleasant news includes a lecture by C Dexter of Columbia, college commencement activities, future leadership changes, local controversies, and social visits. Notable items mention Rev J A Bostick inviting speakers, a possible phosphate field consolidation, and residents traveling to Franklin for Epworth League. An scandalous melee between Mrs Collins and Mrs Sinclair ends in fines. Rufus C Jackson declines to sell the Mt Pleasant Chronicle. Also health ads promote Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merald
Mt. Pleasant
C. Dexter
Columbia
W. Johnson
Fayetteville
Johnson
Mise Charlotte Henderson
Pick
J. A. Bostick
Williamson County
Doc Collins
Alex. Sinclair
Sinclair Panier
Collins
Squire Brook
Aming State Teachers’ Association
John B. Gordon
John Temple Graver
Hob ‘Taylor
M. A. Matthews
Jackson, Tenn
Fanklin
Epworth League
John Rohm, Jr
Chicago
Wm. Bullard
Lithle
Mary Thomas
Rufus C. Jackson
Messers, Rogers and Gray
Aphorisms on wisdom and folly from a 19th century exchange
A collection of adages and reflections on human nature. It parodies truth, price, and pride, noting misperceptions in self view, control over others, and the limits of expertise. It juxtaposes wit with blunt observation, ending with a rustic praise of resilience and stubbornness.
Dr King’s New Jie Pills Promised Health Boost
An advertisement claims Dr King’s New Jie Pills improve appetite digestion and digestion. It asserts the pills promote steady digestion and a regular bodily habit for better health and energy, noting W. P. Wold- Tidge’s drugators are involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
W. P. Wold- Tidge
Accommodations Sought for Institute Attendees at Atheneum Hall
The Committees call for boarders to house visiting teachers and attendees arriving next Monday at the Atheneum Hall. Demand exceeds supply as several norms have responded. Interested persons may confer with committee members Lily War-Peeter Eve le Prior, Mare, A. C. Allen and E. Ragedale for arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atheneum Hall
Lary Uar- Peeter
Mia Evlen Prior, Meare
A. C. Allen
E. Ragedale
Phosphate Combine Planned in Lauraville Kentucky
A Straw Report from Lauraville Kentucky notes that Tennamee phosphate estates will join with a 1 000 000 capital stock. About eight concerns are expected to enter the merger. Letters inform phosphate owners who offered options to Rovers and Gray that options will be exercised, with the deal expected to close this week as promoters push the plan. The locals term the move a "yo" in phosphate circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Herald
ML. Pleasant
Mesars Rovers
Gray
Myatle Cure Promises Rapid Rheumatism Relief
An advertise claim touts "Myatle Cure" as a radical remedy for rheumatism and neuralgia. It asserts the medicine removes the cause and yields immediate relief after the first dose, with dramatic but vague health claims and mentions A B Raina druggist in Columbia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.B. Raina
Droggtat
Columbia, Oetaevtm
Miss Carters Temperance Lecture at Tabernacle
Miss Carter a Missouri born national lecturer spoke at C P Tabernacle Friday night to a medium audience. She urged morals for the kitchen, denouncing alcohol in cooking and urging women to lead Prohibition actions while criticizing idle Christian women for neglecting reform. Electric Bitters touted as a blood purifier with cures claimed for scrofula and other ailments in an accompanying testimonial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Misa
Carrie Lee Carter
Missouri
W. Gtc
C. P. Tabernacle
Miss Carter
Jamaica
Carter
Children’s Day Exercises at South Columbia Methodist Church
Children’s Day exercises were held Sunday night at the South Columbia Methodist Church with a large crowd. The program included songs recitations solos and a benediction featuring Lethia Porter Minnie West Eve Powell Fannie Cameron and other children under Rev J A Molloy’s guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Columbia Methodist Church
Jesus
Lethia Porter
Gin Bermarka
J. A. Molloy
Adys Wilson
Minnie West
Bessie White
Mildred Powell
On Parade Promotes Footwear Display and Sale
The piece highlights a large Oxford and sandal display with up-to-date ladies footwear. It notes various Oxford styles, prices from $1 to $3.50, and a focus on strap sandals and beaded gloves, inviting shoppers to view the collection before purchasing.
Fourth of July Celebration by Retail Clerks Association
The Retail Clerks' Association plans a big Fourth of July celebration at the fair grounds with a horse show and fireworks. An exhibition is set for morning and night, grounds illuminated by electric lights, promising a first class event managed by Mr. John P. McGaw in cooperation with the clerks. The effort aims for a successful community celebration. Also noted is a testimonial about Bucklen's Arnica Salve curing Renick Hamilton after a long illness, sold locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John P. McGaw
Clerka
Renick Hamiltion
Weet Jefferson
Kocal Matula
Bucklen
W. P. Woldridge
Jetly
United in Marriage at Cherokee County Home
Dr. A. Lanier of Columbia Tennessee married Miss Ora Fox of Cherokee County yesterday afternoon at the bride’s parents seven miles from Troupe. Rev. W. J. Caldwell officiated. Only relatives and a few friends attended. The couple will visit Omen and the bride’s former home before departing for Tennessee next week.
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Summer Hill Selver School
Omen
Texas
Tennessee
L. Vox
Lanier
Bride
Lon Wilson
Yler
Tex
Life and Death Fight Won by King's New Discovery
A Manchester man credits exposure to measles and ensuing lung trouble as the cause of his consumption. He swears by King's New Discovery, saying it cured him after frequent hemorrhages and daily coughing. He notes the drug cost and that many others recommend it for throat chest and lung issues. Trial reports from Lynchburg and Nashville mention murder cases and a president’s patent plans, reflecting a mix of local crime and national health notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Hines
Manchester
I. King
Hendredy
W. P. Woldridge
Jetly
Rural Free Delivery Route Map for Colombia Route Nut
Rural delivery planners Mr JM Pemberton and Mr L P Padgett outline Rural Route Nut of Colombia starting at the Colom bia Post office. The route runs southwest along the Colin Vin and Mt Pleasant Pike to Ridley, 10 miles, then north to Canaan's Chore 249 miles, east to W V Thompsone 1 mile, west along roads 1 mile, north 1 mile, east via Zion Church G W Cate Mt Pleasant Fike to start. Total about 25 miles serving a town population footprint. Depart 7 0 am arrive 1 0 pm. collection boxes and five boxes placed at Doke's store Phosphate, Ciniain's post office and Zion church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
JM. Pemberton
Knoxvile
Colombia
L. P. Padgett
Colin Vin
Mt Pleasant Pike
Ridley
Canaan
W. V. Thompsone
Zion Church
Doke's
Phosphate
Ciniain
Ziva Church
Depot committee weighing depot site and viaduct plan
Citizens' Depot Committee met at Dobbins and Ewing's to review railroad company poeeane and plank for a new depot. A plan to have the railroad pay damages was drafted, then a viaduct option was proposed, with no consensus or signatures yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizens’ Depot Committee
Dobbins & Ewing
High
Garden Streets
Musical Recital Delights Audiences At Local School
Friday June 7 4 to 6 pm Mrs Dr Longs class presented a program of vocal and instrumental pieces including The Academy Bell Sailor March and several duets and solos. The event ended with Misses Jessie McCain and Viola Jones performing selections while refreshments followed. Speci Agent J G Pemberton and Congressman Padgett continue rural delivery route work with a likely county completion Saturday pending orders to extend in Matry Giles and Williamson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Long
Academy Bell
W. F. Sudds
March—Rossini
Nini Mai Kersey
Weber
Aileen Overton
Laura Peyton
Joe Lena Griffth
March —Meyerbier
Luzelle Hodge
Sngwanee River
Foster
Clarence Watson
Ellinenreich
Schubert Myrtle Speed
McClellan
Hodge
Griffith
Mrs. Long
Jessie McCain
Viola Jones
Speci
J. G. Pemberton
Congressman Padgett
Picnics Held by Local Groups on Tuesday
Several picnics occurred last Tuesday. The Episcopalians met in Harlan's Grove, the Christian Sunday School at Dr. Hledsoe Brown's venue on the Santa Fe Pike, and the C. B. Tabernacle School at Vaughan's on the Lowell Mill Pike. Theists held their outing Thursday in Law's grove.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Episcopalians
Harlan's Grove
Christian Snamday
Hledsoe Brown
Santa Fe Pike
C.B. Tabernacle 8
Vaughan's
Lowell Mill Pike
Thurelay
Law
Board of Trustees Meeting at Masonic Hall
Jackson College trustees call a meeting for next Saturday morning June 15 in Columbia Masonic hall to conduct important business. Secretary W A Smith notes full attendance desired and a heavy day with summer heat reaching around 97 degrees by Raine’s drug store government thermometer in the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson College
Masonic Hall of
Columbia
W. A. Smith
Raine’ Drug Store
Uscal
Aammer
Registra
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Pieres
Pierce
People’s Dominion Sense
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo Y
Lauraville
Ena
D. B.carglle
Washita
I. T
Stower
Scrofula
W. KP
Woldridge,rugeist
Jay
Germantowa Ave
Philadelphia
Candy
Mr Gy
United
Lynchburg
Tenn
Bill Carpenter
Lula Williamon
William Withamson
Eugene Smith
Lats
Sthrow Feniants
Ter
Jala Williamson
Williamson
Centa
The
Tennessee Central
Nashville
Baxter
Bie Pd
Corp
Epecia
Pemberton
Mr Padgett
Citizen's Committee
Pubeir
Surreys
Phaetons
Bouggles
CHEP
J.P. Street & CO
New York
Deadrick and Square
Toon
Maury National Bank
Columbia, Tennessee
Carrras
Church
Rains
Hughes
Parke
Bert
W. M. Cheats
W. P, Ridley James Andrews
Rut. McKinney
J.D. Barrow
J.C Wooten
W. M. Cheaire
FARMERS’ & _ MERCHANTS’ BANK
J.P. Brownlow
J. R. Graey
Jno
W. Fry
John W. Fry
J.J. Fleming
J. E. Brownlow
Bithal Howard
J. F. Brownlow
Phoenix .”. Bank
J. B. Streat
John W Frierson
KER
L. Hutton
W. B.greenlaw
D.F. Watkins
W.j.oakes
W. J. Oakes
N. Main St
Buffalo
Boston
Fourth Ave
Louisville
J. Gates
Louleville
McMillin's Oil Company
One Pipes Company
Larer Copany, Tevesett
Benton Mechuin
Ennemmen
Tauqua
Cumberland
Monteagle
Wader Cage Ae Ranch
New York School of Expression
New York City
F. Townsend Southwick
Genevieve Stebbins
Payne
Wim MosTeao
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