Maury County backs location of Steie Normal in Columbia
The Maury County Court approves a $25,000 appropriation to locate the Steie Normal School in Columbia. Public sentiment favors moving the school here, with the Athenaeum building site pledged and city ready to raise funds. Officials say county benefits will follow the site's selection, bolstering prospects for the educational institution.
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Esquires
Quarnerly Court
Macry County
Eee
Steie Normal
Columbia
Bio Educational
Athenaeum
Maury County
Runaway Aftermath Draped In Senate Ethics Debate
The Hon. Hillary A. Howse, a junior senator from Davidson, donates fifty six dollars from the state treasury to charity after seven days serving in Kentucky with the alletar Runaways cast. He splits the funds among five institutions, prompting questions about the state’s right to indirectly support political ambitions. The piece questions his purpose and notes he rendered the state no service during absence and increased costs to recall him.
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Hillary A. Howse
Davidson
Kentucky
Alletar
Senate
Howse
Plate Treasury
Indicted weighers accused of sugar duty fraud
The government charges weighers employed by American Sugar Refining Co with defrauding the U S government through faulty scales and spring deniers. A scheme allegedly reduced sugar duty by 3 to 5 percent, costing about 144000 dollars. Wages were 13 dollars weekly plus 6 dollars, with higher ups blamed for the operation.
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Federcourte
American Sugar Refining Company
Ble Buger Company
Pothone Electrocution Foreshadowed for Coming Trial
The item hints at capital punishment by electrocuting pothones slated for T. R. It frames a future event as more humane, suggesting a controversial method being considered for those objects.
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T. R
Notably harsh verdicts in Whitla kidnapping case
The article recalls harsh sentences for Boyle and an accomplice in the Whitla kidnapping, noting the crime’s brutality and lack of mitigating factors. It criticizes a broader rise in kidnaping, cites Atlanta and Birmingham incidents, and mentions Pat Crowe as a notorious figure. It ends with oblique commentary on Mrs. Augusta Evans Wilson, a Mobile author.
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Boyles
Willie Whitla
Parenia
Thosby
Mr. Whitla
Odlum
Harry Parker
Boyle
Porker
Atlanta
Birmingham
Pat Crowe
Pat
Crowe
America
Midnight Band
Augusta Evans Wilson
Mobile
South
Evang
Isla
St. Elmo
Heulah
Wilson
Taft’s Message to Congress on Porto Rico Affairs
President Taft sends a new message to Congress, noting frustration with Porto Rico. The island’s legislature adjourned without approving funds to cover next year’s government expenses, signaling continued tension between the White House and local authorities. The executive pen appears more fluent, suggesting a restored writer or greater ease in drafting.
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Taft
Congress
Porto Rico
White House
Should the United States annex Porto Rico now
The piece argues for annexing Porto Rico without delay and granting the same governance as other territories. It notes the apparent political skill of Porto Ricans, hints at possible future flag symbolism, and mentions Taft proposing amendments to the Poraker act and broader recommendations.
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Porto Rico
United States
Cuba
Uncle Sam
Roosevelt appoints William Grubb to Alabama judgeship
The president ends Alabama judge speculation by appointing William Grubb of Birmingham to succeed Judge Oscar R. Hundley. Grubb is praised as a capable, nonpolitical lawyer. Hundley faced opposition from Alabama leaders, including Pettus and Morgan, and from Southern Steel interests. Kellogg plans retirement with Robert Stone succeeding him. Florida lynching of a Black man marks a grim note.
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Roosevelt
Alabama
William Grubb
Birmingham
Oscar R. Hundley
Grubb
Judge Handley
Congress
Senate
Pettus
Morgan
Richardson
Hundley
Southern Steel Company
Walker Percy
Tennessee Coal Iron & Railway Company
United States Steel Corporation
Handley
Harmony
Frank B. Kellogg
Robert Stone
Kansas
Kellogg
Jal
McCain Refuses Quo Warranto In Elections Dispute
Nashville May 14 Attorney General McCain declines to join quo warranto action against Judge Sam Young and others over Tennessee state elections. He urges injunction route in chancery court as equally effective, while signaling possible filings by the old election board and pending attorney discussions. The case centers on who may lawfully serve as state election commissioners.
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Nashville
Tenn
Jeff McCain
Old Election Board
Sam M. Young
J. B. Tigrett
James Maynard
State Board of Elections
General Assembly
McCurn
Board of ‘Election Commissioners
Chancery Court
Mr. McCain
Gen. McCain
John J. Vertress
James ©. Bradford
D. B. Puryear
McCain
Ladies White Lawn and Lingerie Waists Sale
A promotional notice advertises affordable shirt waists and white goods. It highlights a regular 85 cent waist at 59 cents, plus styles at 1.00 to 1.50 and up in white lawn, poplin, linen. It promotes ready made suits and a range of fabrics and trimmings with low prices.
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Wal
Poplin
Lineen
Spring Stock Sale Boosts Linen Parasols and Shoes
A printed catalog note highlights a fresh shipment of silk fabrics, bordered linens, and a sale on ladies summer undergarments, tan oxfords, pumps, and sailor ties. It promotes linen parasols in multiple colors and prices from $1 to $2, and men’s patent leather boots at reduced prices, with limited stock.
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Russia
Tan Vici
Tan Vici Sailor Ties
Prosecution Proceedings Directive by Governor or AG
Such proceedings are required only when a petition is presented by direction of the governor or attorney general of the state. It is mandatory for the county or district attorney general to sign it.
TENTS RAISED OVER IN GILES PULASKI RELIEF
In Pulaski Tennessee on May 11 twenty five tents were received for storm victims. Relief officials telegraphed Senator RL Taylor who arranged express delivery. Tents ease overcrowded school houses and a few families in single houses. Bryson school and Bryson church served as emergency hospital. All are living with favorable prospects.
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Pulaski
Tenn
Rl.taylor
Bryson
Untitled fragment on community aid after disaster
The report notes neighbors aided survivors, provided food and clothing, and workhouse crews moved to clear rubble. Some families will miss this season’s crop. one person is too injured to work until the crop is harvested.
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Bane
Institutes to be held in Middle Tennessee cities
Nashville Tenn May 15 Superintendent R Te Jones announced three institutes for the Middle Tennessee division to be held at Murfreesboro Waverly and Sparta. Faculty to be announced later. Work to begin by the first Monday in June with sessions lasting through the following week.
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Nashville
Tenn
Inetrus
R. Te Jones
Tennessee
Murhore
Waverly
Sparta
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