Convention Names Robert Burrow for the Supreme Bench
Nashville Tennessee May 28 The late judicial convention of the Democrats of Tennessee unanimously nominated Judge Robert Burrow of Bristol as the party’s candidate for judge of the supreme court The convention adjourned and delegates moved to the gubernatorial contest A minority report opposite to the measure was read then tabled by roll call county vote 609 to 628 with Rye and Preston factions shifting support and Burrow winning by viva voce vote amid light excitement
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Nashville
Tenn
Democrata of Tennessee
Robert Burrow
Bristol
Supreme Court
M. M. Allison
Ilanooga
Preston
D. Caldwell
Joe Baster
Campbell County
Rye
Sam
Bradley
Ardwick
Promina
Tennessee
Burrow
Jide
Ek, Bachman
Bris
Richard Smith Named to State Board of Pharmacy
Richard Smith of the Woldridge Co was appointed by Gov Hooper for a five year term on the state board of pharmacy succeeding Dr Jerome Sand of Nashville. The board includes W A McBath Knoxville J 2 Justice Clarksville F W Ward Memphis and J J Nance Jackson. Smith is a trusted pharmacist with broad state connections and will oversee state pharmacist licensure exams.
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Richard Smith
Woldridge Co
Hooper
State Board of Pharmacy
Jerome Sand
Nashville
Smith
W. A. McBath
Knoxville
Market Very Stead Produces Mixed Signals From Heat
The market for produce shows weakness as heat drives down demand and prices. Hens at 12 to 14 cents per dozen, spring chickens 22 percent, and turkeys 12 to 18 cents reflect a soft wholesale scene. Honeycomb and fruit list varying prices, while farmers curb seed sales amid dry conditions. The overall tone is cautious with expectations of further declines in the near term.
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Wm. Barker
Rye The Nominee Governor Candidate Profile
Special to The Herald from Nashville details Thomas Rye a Democratic governor candidate. A brilliant Henry county lawyer and former district attorney for the thirteenth judicial circuit, Rye is praised for prosecuting crimes including four mile law violations and is described as popular, Christian, and an effective stump speaker. The report notes Rye’s electoral support and early ninth ballot results showing Rye and Everett close, with defections shifting among counties.
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Herald
Nashville
Tenn
Thomas
Rye
Henry County
Rye Nominated for Governor Amid Unanimous Democratic Support
In Nashville at the Democratic state convention on May 28 Thomas C. Rye of Henry County won the governor nomination on the ninth ballot. The crowd cheered as Rye surged from eighth to ninth ballot gains, defeating Everett amid shifts by Davidson, Shelby, and other counties. The convention hall marked a historic demonstration with Rye seen as the people’s candidate despite Lea opposition.
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Herald
Nashville
Tenn
Thomas C. Rye
Henry County
Everett
Rye
Sea
Davidson County
Lea
Davidson County shifts to Judge Everett on ninth ballot
Special to The Herald reports Davidson County delegations changed to Judge Everett on the ninth ballot amid cheering from supporters. The item notes 95 votes cast in the West Tennessee Judicial race and mentions a carload of Adrian farm fence and a local business ad.
Premium for Best Laying Hen at Tennessee State Fair
The 100 day egg laying contest runs June 12 to Sept 12 at the Tennessee state fair with top pens winning 25, 15, and 10 dollars. Entries come from Memphis, Knoxville, and several towns. about 1,000 hens expected. The poultry farm will operate next week with open visitor access. Also, Administrator’s Notice: J T Dugger administers the estate of A T Blankenship, calling creditors to file claims by deadline and promising clearance of debts.
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Nashville
Memphis
Knoxville
Sweetwater
Antioch
Lyle
Springfield
Bunton
Woodbury
Smyrna
A. T. Blankenship
J. T. Dugger
Cullooka
Ten
R. R
Four Ballots Taken in Tennessee Gubernatorial Race
At 12:30 this morning the Tennessee convention began its balloting for governor with four ballots cast. Rye led on each tally around 515 votes, Preston next near 400, others divided among Everett Roberts Hardwick and Berry. Joel Fort was elected permanent chairman, and Rye Preston demonstrations filled the night.
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Herald
Nashville
Tenn
Rye
Preston
Everett
Roberts
Hardwick
Berry
Joel Fort
Army worms spread across county damage and hope for rain
Army worms have appeared in the Kettle Mills section on G. W. Delk’s farm, riddling a timothy meadow and reaching a neighboring corn field. Ditching has slowed progress with no wheat damage yet. Spring Hill fields report several corn fields riddled, farmers urge a heavy rain to destroy pests.
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Kettle Mills
G. W. Delk
Mr. Delk
Saturday Holiday Opens Banks Amid Decoration Day
Banks in Columbia announce Saturday operations despite Decoration Day as many outlets remain open on the holiday weekend.
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Sone of
The
Columbia
Tennessee State Bankers Convention Opens in Chattanooga
The twenty fourth annual Tennessee State Bankers Association meeting begins at the Hotel Patten in Chattanooga with 400 to 500 visitors expected over two days. President Pred Collins of Milan and Secretary F M Mayfield of Nashville have arrived for the session which will adjourn Friday afternoon. A separate non resident notice from Columbia, Tennessee, issues orders for Mrs S J Orman to appear in chancery court by July after a four week publication in The Columbia Herald.
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Chattanooga
Tenn
Tennessee State Bankers Association
Hotel Patten
Nwo
Pred Collins
Milan
F. M. Mayfield
Nashville
Sready
Prank L. Orman
Et al
J. Orman
Tennessee
Chancery Court
Columbia
Columbia Herald
A. N. Akin
HB. P. Figuers
Royat
Columbia Selects Rally For Opening Day Victory Over Vanderbilt Alumni
Minor pitched masterfully for Columbia Selects, striking out thirteen as Morrison and Craig led a strong hitting effort. Vanderbilt Alumni managed only three infield safeties, while the Selects scored in each of the middle innings to win 4 to 1 in the season opener before about 250 spectators at Riverside.
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Columbia
Vanderbilt
Commodore Vanderbilt
Minor
Ray Morrison
Honus Craig
Roy Erwin
Bill Logan
Troupe
Selects
Columbia Boys
Riverside
Morrison
McDaniel
Bette’ Wild
Craig
Logan
Buckner
Whatley
Hughes
Baby Dyer
Betts
Columbia Selects
Fred Kelsey
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West Tennessee
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