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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1916
Page
12
Hogs rose by a dime with prices at Louisville around 9.75 dollars, near yearly highs. Wheat gained half a cent with July options at 1.01 4 dollars, while cattle, sheep, and lambs stayed steady and egg prices held at fifteen to sixteen cents amid moderate receipts and active demand.
Special to The Herald from Louisville June 15 notes a bullish tone in livestock with higher hog prices up ten cents, steady cattle and heavy yet steady sheep receipts. Cattle receipts 200, hogs 2,350, tops at 9.75, mediums 9.45, lights 9.10, pigs 7.70 to 8.45, troughs 8.75 down. sheep 7,000 receipts steady with lambs at 11.5 cents. Produce and meat items listed with varied prices for eggs, poultry, butter, and lard products.
Quotations from Columbia Mi and Elevator Co Ashton s Mills and City Mill and Grain Co list wholesale prices for wheat flour corn and field seeds. Wheat No 2 im wagons 210 per cwt flour patent 675 second grade 625 bran per ton mid dlings per ton 28 corn per barrel 350 bananas per bunch 125 to 135 Irish potatoes per bag 350 Navy beans per bu 435 Red clover seed 12 to 14 per bu Alsyke 12 per bu Timothy 375 Red Top 16c per bb Blue grass seed 165 per bu Seed corn white 135 per bu Orchard grass 240 per bu Burt oats 62c per bu Tennessee Triumph Irish potatoes 125 to 140 per bu Irish cobblers 126 to 140 per bu.
Special to The Herald from Nashville reports the senate failed to reach a decision on the Edgington impeachment case in secret session. Adjournment was taken to 2 pm with expectations a verdict on the many counts would come soon. Eighteen votes were needed for conviction by the twenty six member impeachment court. No guess was offered on the outcome.
In the Circuit Court the case of Hagey versus Cecil has been continued until the next term of the circuit court.
A large attendance of farmers and livestock men is urged to convene at two o'clock on Saturday at the courthouse. The gathering aims to discuss market and industry matters and plans for upcoming events.
Farmers urged to attend a county meeting at the Court House Saturday at 2 o clock to arrange the inaugural sale of pure bred Shorthorn cattle next Wednesday. The Maury County Live Stock association, newly formed, calls for wide attendance to boost this long awaited event and capitalize on rising beef prices and strong demand evidenced by recent sales.
Cramped excerpt shows a wife complaining her husband is inconsiderate arguing over household needs and the desire to avoid a diamond ring. The brief exchange reveals marital tension and conflict about money and priorities within the home.
Inclement weather kept a small crowd from a high school auditorium ceremony honoring Old Glory and Betsy Ross. William R. Peebles and L. 2. Turpin led speakers. Miss Eddie Voss and Miss Mary Cooper Boyd contributed readings and songs. Elks’ Lodge conducted a dignified program marking the national emblem with era-appropriate tributes and a Liberty Bell motif.
The Herald announces W. J. Goad as a candidate for Constable of the Ninth district. Election is set for Thursday, August 3, 1916.
President James A. Sloan of the Board of Trade wireed to the Franklin Commercial Club with good news after the county court bought the toll roads on Wednesday. He hopes Williamson county will act in July to remove the final obstacle to building the Jackson Military Highway. Sloan praised the action and noted his long drive for free pikes. Columbia business men backed the purchase and shared the relief.
James Joseph Murray of the state highway commission lauded the county court for buying Maury county turnpikes. He said the deal would boost good roads momentum and suggested legislative enabling bonds at four and a half percent. A five cent tax could cover interest and sinking fund, with ten cents enough to retire bonds in twenty years.
Rev W T Ussery will preach at Rock Springs church Sunday morning at 11 o'clock. The public is cordially invited. A lighthearted exchange follows with a dentist and his son about time and effort.
The alma mater elevates popular Columbia educator Prof RL Harris to Master of Arts, recognizing long service and teaching distinction. The ceremony highlighted his contributions to local scholarship and student mentorship, underscoring his role in the university community.
Superintendent Robert L. Harris of Central High School received a Master of Arts degree from Cumberland University. The degree, partly honorary, honors Harris for his life achievements and teaching record including guiding about thirty students to Cumberland. County residents applaud the recognition and the County High School.
Miss Lottie Williamson has moved to the home of Mrs L S Duke and will occupy a suite of rooms. Local notice seeks buyers for sheaf and bundle oste from Columbia Mule Company.
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