Hoover as the nation’s best hope for unity in 1920
The Columbia Inc. letter argues Herbert Hoover deserves broad support from conservatives and independents, citing his wartime relief work and postwar fairness. It contends party rivalries hinder his nomination, praises his efficiency, and condemns political patronage while endorsing a balanced, nonpartisan approach to rail regulation and public welfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover
Herbert Hoo
Amore
Thair
Mabel
Democrats
Tepublicans
Atness
Presida
Nie
Washington
Herald
Postwar American Spirit Turns To Selfish Gains
The text laments wartime unity fading after the armistice as Americans shift from sacrifice to self interest. It decries profiteering, lavish living, and neglect of national duty, warning that such behavior undermines republican ideals and the nation’s postwar recovery.
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Lt Oyly
Poorto
Soldier Bonus Debate Echoes Across Papers
The Chattanooga News aligns with The Herald in support of a proposed bonus for ex soldiers and sailors. It notes harmony with the Herald's stance and remarks on the editorial stance of its own editor regarding the issue.
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The
Chattanooga News
the Herald
News
Inconsistent Union Attacks on Cost of Living
A critical editorial denounces Union Labor for opposing streetcar efficiency reforms that reduce payrolls. It argues policies raise living costs, claims unions want to keep two workers per streetcar, and accuses leaders of selfish, narrow views while praising route economy and customer satisfaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caf
Gould
Opposition to the Tennessee assessment law across counties
The piece argues strong opposition to a state tax assessment law, noting farmers feel unrepresented on the board and criticizing rushed, countywide valuation methods. It suggests a percentage-based approach could have improved fairness and local accountability, despite potential reassessment issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maury
Maory
Board of Assessors
Cain
Tennessee
Fair Property Valuation Urges County Effort
The state urges fair assessments and asks taxpayers to support Assessor Williams in correcting state errors. Each taxpayer should aim for accurate valuations and avoid inflating or deflating property values. A fair valuation helps County assessments withstand state board review and align with the board’s goal.
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Williams
WANTED WIFE FOR CHILDCARE AND HEN PENS FOR SALE
Column of small ads seeking a white woman to help with children with good wages and home. Also contains poultry ads for Finglet Barred Rocks and Imperial Ringlet Barred Rocks from Fairview Poultry Yards and Cove y in Glendale Tennessee offering hens, pullets, cockerels and pens with prices and bloodline notes.
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J. Daws Frierson
Bat
Fairview Poulty Yards
J. W. Gillem
Cookeville
Tenn
E. B. Thompson
MES. J. &. Covey
Glendale
When Porkers Are Ready for Market
Prof McCormack notes Central High School vocational agriculture students weigh hogs to decide selling vs feeding. With hog prices low and feed costs high, some hold heavy pigs for top weight while lighter pigs are sold. Many favor keeping large pigs on full feed and selling smaller ones, as war draft factors loom. The next weeks’ll show if Maury County backs a large standing army.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCormack
Department of Vocational Agriculture
Central High School
War Department
Colubia
Maury County
Major Landers Joins Army Recruiters In Nashville Area
Major H L Landers publicity officer and Lieut W R Hazelrige of the 26th Infantry join Nashville district recruiting efforts led by Lieut Allen B Hinklin of 908 men allotted to the drive. Columbia part of Nashville district surpasses many with two to three times population, while New York and Chicago sized districts lead in recruits. Patterson of the 26th Infantry contributes to the 76th Field Artillery drive as officers supervise enlistment around Columbia.
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United States Army
H. L. Landers
Bath
Naxhville
W. R. Hazelrige
26Th Infantry
Camp Taylor
Allen B. Hinklin
Nashville
Columbia
New York
Chicago
Enormous Water Waste From Open Hydrants Warns Columbia Official
Columbia Water and Light Superintendent J Shelton Robinson warns about vast water waste from hydrants left running. An eighth inch stream wastes about 250 gallons per hour, a one inch pipe can waste 16,000 gallons hourly, potentially crippling water pressure during fires. He urges closing water below ground rather than leaving taps open.
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J. Shelton Robinson
Columbia Water & Light Company
Alta
Columbia
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