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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1902
Page
3
At a Waynesboro meeting the Democratic party endorses Judge for re election. The resolution lauds his antivag industry and steady administration, asserting support for his continued rulings and opinions.
In Smithville Tennessee on March 24 the jury to try Aaron Haghea and the thirteen men indicted in the Chan Davis lynching was being selected after deputies rode all night to summon jurors. Between 300 and 400 men were drawn, and the court opened with a vast crowd present. Mrs. Mary Davis, mother of Charles Davis, was set to testify first.
A garbled list announces candidates for Maury County and surrounding counties in Tennessee. Names include Walter Bearden, H B Lowell, J B eq, Ben Childers, Jesse Tomlinson, W B Gordon, John T Williamson, W O Gordon, John Latta, Newt Pickard, A L Emerson, Jas Forgey, W F Embry, Willard Worley, T E Lipscomb, John O Latta, James H Kanoon, G K Hovver, A S Horsley, A L Thomas. Races cover Sheriff, Circuit Court Clerk, Register, Trustee, County Court Clerk, Attorney General, and Circuit Judge, in Democratic primaries or elections in 1902 1903.
The Herald clarifies a misinterpretation of a 29 percent fire insurance rate increase. The Octopus grips the whole county, applying to mercantile stocks store buildings and hazardous occupancies including mills, hotels, saloons, printing offices, drug stores, and more. The 25 percent uplift compounds existing rates. no property in the county is exempt.
The feminine world of fashion centers on the millinery emporium of Mrs M. & Williamson. Ladies called early and the establishment was busy throughout the day. Hats feature foliage crowns, pearl trimmings, and simple elegant designs. Mrs Williamson and Mrs Ellett create stylish pieces with quality materials and popular foliage such as Eidlewise.
After a conference in President Smith's private car near the depot, Louisville & Nashville officials and Columbia leaders agreed on changes to a depot project. The plan now favors upgrading the present depot with a new underpass, property costs capped at 10 000 dollars, and the railroad loaning funds interest free to be repaid via future taxes.
A Kentucky and Tennessee Board of Fire Underwriters extract argues the industry must act now or lose money, warning that life and death stakes could force higher rates or exit from the business. The Elks plan spring entertainment with Bohemian Girl set for late May and local talent in the cast led by F M Huteell after training in Chicago. A Knoxville woman praises Fallard's Snow Liniment for sciatic rheumatic relief. A L Emerson withdraws from Maury County Sheriff race citing insufficient canvassing time and appreciation for supporters.
March 21 in Whitfield Hickman county Jesse Chandler was shot and killed by Sam Ognin. Allegations center on Ognin's ties to Chandler's wife and a divorce that led to the fatal confrontation. Ayrain is jailed as a coroner's jury rules murder in the case.
A dubious advertise promising a rapid cure for rheumatism claims a two week to eight day remission with a three step method. Marketed by A. B fate in Drientane Colambis, the notice uses sensational wording and dates that appear garbled and unverifiable.
Rural free delivery routes to be republished May 1 at Dickson Tennessee with James B. Robinson and Levi Shaw listed as officials. The item notes ongoing congressional activity and community infrastructure efforts in the era of March 23.
An advertisement promising early buyers advantages in an extensive apartment line. It touts low prices, variety, and no hard stock, claiming decades of retail and wholesale experience, access to similar markets, and continued customer service to retain interest.
Bud alias Willherspoon a county darkey was found roaming town at 4 am with seven chickens. Officers Hooten and Scott cuffed him. He confessed stealing three from Matt Nicholson and four from Henry Nicholson of Iron Bridge. Judge Erwin bound him over to the Circuit Court. he planned to sell the birds in Mt Pleasant.
White man M. A Hogarty of Lexington Kentucky suffered yellow jaundice and failed with doctors. After two bottles of Electric Bitters he was wholly cured, proving the remedy’s efficacy for stomach liver and kidney troubles. Sold by W. P. Woldridge.
An admirer teases President Roosevelt with a playful misquote about posterity and a question about Washington. Roosevelt answers quietly, clarifying the joke by asking which Washington is meant, George or Booxert, in a lighthearted exchange.
William Beard and Eioma Morton appear for marriage license formalities noting their upcoming union.
The Students' Club held a 11 o'clock Saturday meeting with Mrs J H Carpenter to discuss the Reading Room plans. Members reported progress on furnishing the front room at Dunnington office Garden Street and subscribing nearly 100 books with periodicals for tables. A public opening is scheduled for Monday March 1 with a 10 am reception for members and friends urged to bring books to help.
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