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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1915
Page
4
The Wilson note to Germany condemns the Lusitania sinking as unjust and unlawful, presenting a firm yet conciliatory stance. It argues the president writes the verdict of impartial history and that previous brash statements lack merit.
The piece argues Bryan's new appeal to German Americans is a failed tactic to win public favor after leaving Wilson's cabinet. It condemns his persistent public statements as unpatriotic and suggests true patriots follow government, urging naturalized citizens to return home if they refuse to be American. It mocks his vanity and advocates silence as better service.
Business leaders and farmers seek dependable workers who take pride in their tasks. The piece argues many employees clock watch and fear extra effort, while true success comes from responsibility and wholehearted effort, rewarding those who exceed their contracted hours and strive for excellence.
Ex Governor Hodges argues that state legislatures suffer waste, inefficiency, and neglect of duty. He cites Tennessee as typical, notes small pay and short terms hinder capable men, and proposes a standing select body of capable officials to run state affairs like private corporations for more efficient government.
Senator J. W. C. Church is named as one of thirty Tennessee delegates to the national convention of the Anti-Saloon League to be held in Atlantic City from July 6 through July 9. Governor Riley designated the group, including several leading state politicians.
The Nashville Banner argues there are two sides to the Lusitania sinking. It condemns piracy and murder at sea and contrasts Christian civilization and American humanity with German Kultur and despotism. The paper endorses the Wilson American side and denounces the killings of noncombatants.
Horace Rainey announces in The Herald that five thousand cabbage heads will be distributed Saturday afternoon at his residence gate. He explains the large crop should not go to waste and invites those who need a head to present themselves for a free share.
Dr O Connor and assistants eradicating hog cholera in this county entered a nearly impassable crossroads with a car. On the return they ran out of gasoline six miles from the supply and had to walk to Columbia where they had supper at 11 pm. Road patching was sometimes needed to navigate rough stretches.
The Nashville Chattanooga and St Louis Railway reports over 2500 head of pure bred stock placed with farmers in three years. Through cooperative breeders and cheap rates the line aids sales and cattle movement. On June 19 at Winchester a registered Jersey cow sale under Franklin County Creamery Association will be held, reflecting strong farmer interest in pure bred livestock and improved farm conditions.
Enclosed ad notes a full stock of ensilage gutters and Dick line cutters in all sizes with repairs available. A new style cutter is advertised to elevate 90 feet, located on Tt Street, Martin Vauban Co.
Col Anderson, associate head master of the Columbia Military Academy, will be in town for a few days then return to Chicago early next week to serve as the academy’s summer representative. He will operate from the Masonic Temple and has drawn strong patronage from that section.
Nashville June 17 special to The Herald Martha Handley president of the A J Harris Chapter U D G filed damage suits in the circuit court totaling 40 000 against Gen John P Hickman commander of the Tennessee division U C V and wife Beau B Folk and wife and about twenty local U D C members and their husbands Allegations include conspiracy to ruin her good name with suits seeking 50 000 against twenty ladies and 15 000 each against Hickman and his wife
Maury county shipped about 70 000 pounds of wool with best grades at 30 cents, despite a 40 percent drop from last year. Prices averaged 25 cents per pound, keeping producer earnings near 1914 levels. Gap due to fewer sheep and early old sheep shipments, with 20 000 pounds from off sheep.
A fragment cites market quotes for ree burrs and wool in Gonil Stipe with wool at 30 cents. It notes an average sheep yielding 5 to 10 pounds per fleece, valued at about 1.50 to 1.80 dollars.
Hardin P. Piguers Jr of Chicago writes to local friends about the street car strike. He notes the difficulty securing transport yet says nearly everyone took the situst with good nature.
Hon C C Denton is going home entirely recovered from illness. A Glendale representative notes his condition has improved rapidly and he expects to return to his home this afternoon.
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