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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1911
Page
2
The State Board of Election Commissioners adjourns until May 24 while awaiting guidance from the Attorney General. Officials emphasize respecting the AG's opinion as the board cites ongoing legal considerations and procedural planning.
Daughters of the Confederacy will attend a three day meeting in Nashville from Wednesday through Friday. The gathering highlights regional chapters and planned discussions on committee work and commemorations. Possible attendance by local members is anticipated.
At the Tennessee state election board session Judge Sam Young adjourned to May 7 as it weighs Attorney General Cates Jr. ruling on L. M. Stratton’s seat. Stratton declines to press the issue while seeking a legislative compromise. Delegates from Columbia head to Nashville for the United Daughters of the Confederacy convention, with President Mrs. Frank H. Smith among attendees and a studio tea planned.
Advertising claim stating Dean's Ointment eases eczema and itching, offers rapid relief for babies and children, and is sold by all druggists, highlighting safety.
Directors met Tuesday morning to confirm the appointment of the manager for the fair underway this year.
The Tennessee Fair Association will hold a fair during September 4 to 8 with more prizes than ever. Horace Rainey of the Maury County Board of Trade and association officers discussed combining extra prizes with board offerings. W. S. Williams is selected as manager, pending his acceptance.
A youth rolled a crosstie onto the L and N line at Moe near Columbia causing a near freight wreck. Engineer halted the train in time. Special Agent Rigsby investigated and found the offender in a garden nearby. he admitted the act and received a severe reprimand.
Work started this morning on a new sewer from the corner of the Episcopal church to Garden street following a prior order by the Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
The Birth district holds its Sunday school convention at Cross Bridges on the third Sunday in May at 3 p.m. prominent speakers include Hon. John H. Dinning of Columbia discussing the Superintendent and His Helpers. Officers will be elected and committees appointed.
Sawdust Valley and Williamsport residents anticipate car service within weeks as rails extend to Duck River and the bridge over this stream nears completion.
Bishop Thomas F. Gailor of the Episcopal Church will pay his annual visit to St. Peter's Church next Tuesday May 16. A large class will receive confirmation in the church at the bishop's hands.
An old time newspaper notice touts Dean's Kidney Pills for kidney disorders and dropsy symptoms. W A Voas deputy sheriff in Columbia Tennessee endorses the remedy, noting a family member benefited from its use. The ad urges ongoing treatment until kidneys improve and vitality returns.
Fragmentary notice reports Dr Ernest Them delivering a sermon at the First Methodist in the city. Mentions topics on Sabbath, religious doctrine, and cautions about schedules and holidays. Contains imperfect phrases about nearby stores and advertising copy for Dean's Kidney pills.
The jury in the T. J. Johnson vs. Sam Baker case reported a hung verdict and was discharged by Judge Holding at the special circuit term. In a separate matter, Shouse vs Wilkes and Archer, Judge Holding ruled for the defendants with no jury.
Notice from Columbia Tennessee 1911 cites non resident defendant Malcolm Long in a chancery case. The order requires appearance within the June term and publication in The Columbia Herald for four weeks. A copy of the order is authenticated by Clerk and Master Akin with solicitor Figuers listed.
The estate of C D Knight is insolvent. Creditors must file claims with H W Thomas, County Court Clerk, by October 27, 1911 or be barred. Debtors should settle with Sallie B Knight Administratrix, dated April 28, 1911.
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