Noted educator Patsy Hughes dies at 50 in Nashville
William Hughes educator and Spring Hill mayor known as Patsy Hughes died after an operation in Nashville infirmary. A self made Tennessean, he founded the Branham Hughes school, led civic causes, declined state superintendent post in 1911, and left six children Susie Cheairs. Funeral in Spring Hill drew large crowds and officials.
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Tennessee
Nashville
Hughes
Patsy” Hughes
South
Branham & Hughes School
Spring Hill
Vanderbilt University
W. C. Branham
Mqyor
Webb School
Susie Cheairs
William
Margaret
Mary
Nat
Cheairs
Susie
Hooper
Honey and Tar Remedy Ad Traced to Covington Ad
Mrs. Redkamp of Covington reports a neighbor praised Foley's Honey and Tar for a child’s illness. The ad claims the remedy eases coughs colds croup and whooping cough and lists Smiler Drug Co as the advertiser.
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Foley
Mrs. Redkamp
Herman St
Covington
Jane
Smiler Drug CO
Hooped Fashion Tale Spurs Debate Across Time
Varying reports claim hoop skirts were real or myth as historians debate their existence and influence. The discussion centers on cultural impact and whether the long worn silhouette affected 19th century attire.
Rev J B Thomas of Sewanee Delivers Able Graduation Sermon
Rev James Bishop Thomas of Sewanee preached the Columbia Institute and Columbia Military Academy graduation sermon at St Peter's Church. The crowded audience heard a message urging balance between devotion to God and wholesome earthly enjoyments as Mrs George Martin and Miss Whitthorne and Miss Shannon sang a beautiful offertory.
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James Bishop Thomas
Sewanee
St. Peter's Church
Columbia
Columbia Military Academy
George Martin
Elizabeth Whitthorne
Minnie Shannon
Poday
Hall's Catarrh Cure Adverts Reward Offer
One hundred dollars reward offered for an incurable case of catarrh Hall's Catarrh Cure claims to cure internally by acting on blood and mucous surfaces. Endorsed by F J Cheney Co Toledo and National Bank of Commerce Toledo with testimonial note. Hall's Pills advertised for constipation.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
National Bank OF Commerce
Profit From Sheep Flock Doubles Investment
A rural brief notes Hon. James T. Petty once bought a sheep flock for under 600 dollars and sold it for over 1300, despite several losses in winter. The item cites others also making strong profits from sheep ventures.
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James T. Petty
Dr Thomas Eclectic Oil Ad
An old advertisement urges readiness with Dr Thomas Eclectic Oil for emergencies. The ad promotes two sizes, 25c and 60c, available at all stores.
Revival Meeting At Culleoka Church Starts August 27
Methodists of Culleoka begin a protracted revival on Sunday at 7:30 pm led by Dr. T L Moody with Rev William B Ricks from First church assisting. Also appears an unrelated ad for harsh physics product and Dean's Regulars laxative at 26c a box.
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Methodists of
Culleoka
T. L. Moody
William B. Ricks
First Church
Dean’s
Decree Favoring Shirt Garter Company in Patent Case
In Nashville federal court a decree was entered Saturday afternoon in favor of the Shirt Garter Company of Columbia against the Dodd in a patent infringement suit.
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Nashville
Shirt Garter Company of
Columbia
Dodd
Comer Manufacturing Sues for Patent Infringement
Comer Manufacturing of Nashville sues over alleged infringement of letters patent style Nos 949728 and 699940. Brought over two years ago for 20000 dollars, final decree does not state the recovered amount. Shirt Garter Co. represented by Judge W C Salmon and Hughes & Hughes.
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Comer Manufacturing Company
Nashville
WC. Salmon
Hughes & Hughes
Dean's Otmt ment for eczema ad
An old advertisement promotes Dean's Otmt ment for itching and eczema. It touts relief from itching with a 50 cent box and uses a dramatic spelling style typical of historical ads.
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Dean
Crusty Man Known for Dough Clears Excuses
A crusty man, famed for his dough, is excused from blame as his wealth becomes a shield. The remark implies a social stance on merit and humor in financial circles.
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P. A
Prince Albert Tobacco
R. J. Reynolds Tobacco CO
Winston-Salem, N. C
William Hughes
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Eadet
A. P. Walker
Methodist
Kirkland
Cason
Vanderbilt Alumnae Association
Rose Hill Cemetery
Oakes & Nichols
Bell Phone
Epoctalty
Tredewoddwhiy
Columbia Canning CO
Call J. J. Witaon
Bell Phone 441
Detroit Vapor
City Gas
Hosary
Ceo
Mee
Trom
J. B Thomas
Culleoka Church
Murrey
Crow Elkhart
Bray & Tate
Lynnville, Tenn
Shirt Garter CO
Hendley
Thomas & Hendley
Tm Uriel
Aiteney
Columbia, Tenn
Dante
Brassie
Jolie Bransleres
Sahara
Noah
Savinge
Columbia Bank & Trust CO
B. Greenlaw
Geo. E. McKennon
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