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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1918
Page
7
An advertising notice extols Ziron a tonic for anemia chlorosis debility and nervousness claiming it restores color and appetite. A testimonial from Mrs Mae Belle Perkins of Adairsville Ga praises its effects after two weeks of use and notes non alcohol content and a refund offer for first trial bottle.
Kelly Morton has received orders to report to the University of Texas training camp for the United States flying corps. He passed the examination months ago and will leave Columbia Thursday for duty. Morton is a former Daily Herald employee and son of Elder and Mrs. W. S. Morton of West End. his entry increases the service by two sons from the family.
The home that inspired a celebrated verse “To a Sweet Pea” by Mr. Moore sparked national recognition. Mr. Burna plans to rebuild on the burned site, aiming to restore the residence where the poetry stemmed from.
Maury county fire levels the Westover residence built by John Trotwood Moore about 26 years ago. Cadet volunteers from the Columbia Military Academy save furniture and contents as insurance covers most losses. The blaze origin is unknown but likely sparked by a locomotive spark near the Louisville and Nashville line.
Realty transfers for April declined from 1917, with totals of 122000 in transfers and 28200 in mortgages while marriage licenses rose to 44. The April 1917 summary shows 166000 in transfers, 40800 in mortgages, and 39 licenses. A light column includes local humor.
Federal Food Administration in Tennessee orders swift closure of restaurants violating wheat bread limits and wheatless rules. Mayors urged to deploy police to shut outlets failing to observe regulations. loyalty emphasis and threats of enforcement highlighted.
Bigbyville Council No. 67 Junior Order of United American Mechanics unfurled a service flag with eight stars for named men Clyde Lovell Joseph Hayse Mont McDaniel Clyde Weatherford Virgil Moore Walter Prince Frank Gilbreath Join Pee and noted speakers Judge J T McKnight and Dr George O Watts of Columbia. The meeting drew many ladies and visitors with Rev J D Hensley delivering invocation and Rev B Betta presiding. Refreshments followed the ceremony.
An advertisement touts Gets-It corn remover as a fast, at desk or on the go remedy. It dries instantly and lets you resume wearing shoes, promising no more suffering and offering a money back guarantee. Distributed by Lawrence & Co. Chicago with Smiler Drug Co. as dealer.
One hundred fourteen more Maury county farmers signed pledges to boost food production and cut waste in response to a government appeal via the Department of Agriculture and the University of Tennessee extension. The list, received by district agent J. M. Dean, includes many names from Cartr's Creek Columbia Hampshire Lewinburg Fountain Creek Santa Fe and other communities.
A fragmentary verse reads of grief over a missing Lenore and a wail for a lost cook. The playful line hints at a column by Martie Cheap Coluinn Ade Poy with poetic sorrow and comic misdirection.
Dr. B H Dargan of Nashville delivered the commencement sermon to Columbia high school seniors and guests on Sunday morning, urging enlistment under Christ. The program, arranged by First Baptist Church, featured choir, piano, and a solo by Prof. John B. Dodge. Class day exercises are set for next Friday with Prof. R J Jones delivering the commencement address.
The Spinsters Convention hosted by Cross Bridges auxiliary of the Red Cross on the Harlan Lawn drew over 400 attendees. Proceeds added a healthy sum to the society treasury and visitors from Columbia joined the event. Organizers aim to repeat the entertaining convention at Mr Pleasant for the Red Cross chapter.
Local Red Cross chapter authorized to handle prisoner communications through secretary Miss Elizabeth Whitthorne. Citizens may obtain information from her about sending messages to American soldiers held by Germany. No confirmation yet of any local casualties.
At the Southside fair grounds on Saturday horsemen witnessed fast workouts. Ess-H.Kay driven by Millard Sanders completed a mile in 2:04 after a 31 second quarter with a strong 31 second last quarter. Napoleon Direct trained at 1:59% with a 2:27 baby mile and 2:20 strides, showing speed and endurance. Florence Direct paced 1:04 last half and Florence reeled a 38 second quarter, while White Stockings ran 2:22 for a mile with a 38 second quarter. Several horses showed strong condition and no breakups in workouts. W M Tolley and D S Gordon are guiding several promising trotters toward faster speed.
Joe L Voorhies Jr a vaudeville performer of seven years arrived with his wife from Lansing Michigan and will stay here while awaiting his call to service His wife will remain after he is inducted He has toured nearly every state and is described as a leading big time actor.
Misa Mattie Tomlinson announces she will provide entertainment at the Culleoka schoolhouse within the next two weeks to benefit the Y M C A army work. Harald Cheap Column Ads Pay.
The transcript notes a judge and lawyers joking over bottles of whiskey as a defense attorney quips that twelve bottles make a cane. The line captures courtroom banter amid legal proceedings.
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