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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1902
Page
4
The private palace car meeting of Columbia leaders and railroad officials discusses a new passenger station plan. Taxpayers may vote on the deal. critics warn of increased costs and liability, urging civic oversight, while temperance and election integrity themes surface in an editorial battle between local papers.
Section foremen of the Louisville and Nashville lines toured Tuesday with Maj. Jas Geddes C W Bradshaw John Rose and T 5 Brooks leading a group of forty six. They stayed at Bethell for supper and breakfast as part of an annual inspection to award a premium to the best performing foreman. The note adds farm seed pitch mentioning new seed corn oats and other supplies, then shifts to a Red Cross hospital charter banning alcohol and suggesting no alcohol or medicines with alcohol inside.
John Latta, a Democratic candidate, urges Maury County white voters to vote April 5 for Sheriff. He pledges to support the nominee if not chosen, denounces rumors of coalitions, appeals to honest voters, and warns against bribery and whiskey influence while emphasizing his record and independence.
J McKenzie Moss of Bowling Green won the seat in the Kentucky House in a 37 to 1287 vote with two New York Republicans siding with Democrats. Wharton Golden, a Goebel murder prosecution witness, is said to be dying of consumption in New Mexico. Louisville Mayor Grainger notified Andrew Carnegie that the city accepts his 260000 offer for a public diary. The Senate passed a bill to protect the President with the death penalty for murder of the President or successors and imprisonment for those who advise or contact in such crimes.
A Maury County notice states that I am not connected with any political combination and have not used funds for re election. The statement by Watts Embry asserts no involvement in any fundraising or influence efforts contrary to reports.
March 4 death leaves two brothers Dr M B Siniser and Hon Jas A Smiser as sole surviving kin. The deceased was a refined conversationalist and devoted caretaker to her aging parents. Her gentle generosity, reticence in publishing writing, and long final illness are recalled with mournful affection by many friends.
Good News For Tardy Easter Shoppers as McKennon Anderson & Faster promotes late day help and Easter newness across departments. Store highlights an Easter atmosphere and readiness to assist with every department.
Scores of ladies admire a lavish spring millinery showing in Columbia. The display features ready made silks and waists, black and white options, range of silks from 300 to 750 per yard, plus chic fabrics like Black Peau de Soie Silk and Black Taffeta. Numerous trims include lace, grenadine, and mesh nets with varied widths and prices.
A local shoe department offers three hundred forty pairs of ladies' oxfords and strap sandals at 1.45 to 2.00 per pair. The sale runs next Saturday and Monday with a broad selection and substantial discounts. Also, white Madras fabric for shirt waists is offered at reduced yard prices, labeled seconds but with minor defects.
A newspaper notice describes reconsidering quitting men's clothing after selling most stock below cost. Readers urged continuity, citing loyalty and habit. The firm announces it has bought a large spring stock of men's, boys', and children's clothing to meet demand.
Snow Creek March 25. Burton Sewel dies after a short illness at his Santa Fe home aged 15. Funeral at Santa Fe Brook conducted by Rey Allison. burial Union Cemetery. Bro Spivey preaches at Jones schoolhouse Sunday. will preach fourth Sunday in April. Mrs Lula Pigg hosts visitors. Miss Alice McBride returns home from Sawdust Valley. Several local residents noted visiting, including Mr John Jordan, Mr and Mrs Jina Mestoen, Mrs Mattie McKee and family. Mrs Mary McKennon of Sawdust referenced. Bert Walker to begin his term at Pigg schoolhouse. congratulations to Mr and Mrs Tom Pigg on new baby.
Distressing kidney and bladder disease relieved in six hours by Now Great South American Kidney Cure. It relieves bladder and back pain in men and women and eases water retention almost immediately. Sold by A. B. Rains, druggist. February 7.
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