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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1912
Page
3
Fragmented OCR text mentions a city poll with a No. of tickets, sealed ballots, and reference to a pres. poll. Mentions ticking, turns sealed, and a person recount hint. Details are unclear but imply election day procedures and ballot handling.
Memphis dispatch notes after Senator Fragler withdraws from the governorship race his friends press for a senate bid. Reported plans say he would pursue a US Senate seat without party nomination, while editors warn a free for all in the legislature. Five candidates remain with more possible entrants anticipated as fall legislative work begins.
Chicago June 19 The Republican platform debate unfolds amid convention fever as four main drafts vie for fate. Taft Roosevelt Lafollette and Crowninshield lead the field with competing planks on government by the people, representative institutions, constitutional guarantees, and independent courts.
A Lynnville Tennessee meeting discussed plans to welcome the Agricultural Special on July 4 under the state department of agriculture. Citizens expect a strong display of support for local farming as the new county high school adds an agriculture department and coordinates with the visiting program.
Chicago police suspect Mrs. Louise Lindlof of murdering her family for life insurance. Her 15 year old son Arthur Grynnke died suddenly. doctors report arsenic as the cause and a chemical stomach analysis is under way. Insurance on five deceased relatives totals $10,665.
Nashville June 18 Secretary Shannon of the board of trade says the state tax commission will hold several meetings as part of a broader campaign against excessive taxation. State manufacturers push taxation as a major campaign issue and seek legislative pledges to repeal current tax laws. Rumor says Mr. Preston may run for governor on a fair taxation laws platform.
The Senate refused to pull the army appropriation bill from the House to decide the Wood office change. A motion by Senator Martine to reconsider failed 29 to 33. Amendments moved to reform the commerce court and remove five judges were approved, with the bill sent to conference.
Memphis June 18 Mayor Crump weighs Thomas R Preston as the Democrats nominee for governor after Senator Frazier's withdrawal. Crump and Preston are close friends with a shared business view. He stresses Preston's qualifications and notes statewide business sentiment backing him, while declining to discuss other candidates or pledge support until a platform is clear.
Jackson Tennessee June 17 In a lengthy Supreme Court opinion Judge M M Nell affirms the murder conviction of J J Hughes of Memphis for killing Tommy Dolan Hughes will spend life in the state penitentiary The decision follows a strong defense by Ex Gov M R Patterson and a proficient handling by Attorney General Charles T Cates.
Puarez June 13 One hundred seventy five Mexicans, federals and rebels, were killed in a battle at El Valle near Colonia Dublin. Federal forces attacked at dawn and were repulsed with ninety killed and twenty six captured. Prisoners were hanged along the railroad right of way after orders from Chihuahua. Col Orozco declined to comment on executions.
Franklin Tennessee June 16 The county sheriff acting for the mayor and recorder served distress warrants on seven downtown businesses. Officials say these firms held municipal merchant licenses but did not apply for retail liquor licenses while holding federal licenses. Each proprietor faces 500 municipal tax plus 500 penalty totaling 1000 due to the city. Stores were closed this afternoon though owners will seek legal action to challenge the claim.
London on June 12 reports a muted reaction to a general strike call at the transit works. Some workers intend to resume work. others received late guidance from the London Transport Workers Federation committee. Despite funds strain and conservative opposition, the Thames district shows limited impact and rising free labor amid destitution.
A lay explanation of wireless telegraphy describes waves like light and heat, Hertzian radio waves from tall masts, and Morse code style signaling. It notes atmospheric conditions and crowding as causes of delays, credits Marconi for practical success and Hertz for foundational discovery.
Dickson Tennessee June 17 The Democratic executive committee met at the courthouse to call a Democratic primary for August 1 to select the party’s nominee for the state legislature. Current candidates include T R V Schmitten and Joe B Weems, with others like W T Kanar and W H Neblett mentioned as prospectives. A mass meeting at Charlotte is set for Monday July 1 to name a new executive committee and choose the county’s Senate district 23 nominee, with C Hunt and J A Clement named as possible candidates.
Athens Tenn June 13 Grief stricken over the loss of her husband and failing health led Mrs J B Boggeass a well known local woman and cousin of Judge D McReynolds to take her own life. She was found by her son dangling from a rope at the upper story of their home. The body will be buried beside her husband tomorrow afternoon.
Nash ville June 1 Cumberland Lodge No 8 F and A M will mark its centennial with a banquet at the Maxwell House on St Johns Day Monday evening June 24 a reception for ad ludien Monday afternoon at the Temple The first charter of Cumberland lodge was granted by the grand lodge of North Carolina in 1811 The grand lodge of Tennessee granted its charter in 1813 In 1814 the lodge returned its charter to North Carolina and took out a pew from Tennessee Its present membership stands at nearly 400.
The contract to repair the Reelfoot levee from Hickman to Tiptonville was awarded in Memphis. C T Bondurant of Hickman was the lowest bidder at 49 949 for 220 000 cubic yards of dirt with completion by January 191%. A temporary levee will be erected immediately to protect crops if river conditions worsen this summer or fall.
Memphis news reports Judge Floyd Estill of Winchester plans to seek the Democratic nomination for United States senator. At about 60, Estill has been active in state politics but has not been a key statewide candidate. His entrance would challenge former Gov. M. R. Patterson, whom supporters say expected no opposition in the primary.
ZANSMVILLE, O June 17 Three killed and many injured when a cyclone struck the town and toppled the St Thomas Catholic church steeple during services. Rev F R Roach Thos Skinion and John F Dinan died from injuries as worshippers escaped through a rear door. The storm cut a block wide path, damaged over 500 homes and left 50 homeless. More than 2 000 shade trees blown down.
National committeeman Daniela says the party should prepare for a vice president strong enough to be president, arguing the Baltimore convention must echo 1884 with Cleveland and Hendricks. He warns against nominating a small running mate and urges a candidate who matches the platform plank goals.
Chattanooga Tenn June 17 1912 strawberry season in the district sets a record with the biggest yield yet securing more acres in berries more crates shipped and higher receipts to growers than ever before Total cars shipped reached 519 against 590 last year carrying 335 88 crates versus 239 311 crates in 1914 Knoxville shipments required 118 cars this year up from 1 last year Cleveland stopped 2 car loads
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