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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1908
Page
1
A series of explosions and fire destroyed cottages and commercial buildings in Pleasant, causing losses estimated around $14,000. A lamp overturned and dynamite-like blaze spread quickly, consuming structures including a dry goods store and a neighboring dwelling. Authorities investigated possible ignition sources as flames swept through the property.
A large Carmack memorial service at the Cross Bridges Methodist church honors Edward Ward Carmack as a life of service and martyr to civic righteousness. The eulogist emphasizes his incorruptible stand for convictions and devotion, noting public mourning across the state and calls for renewed commitment to his principles.
A late today tornado roared through Piney and nearby areas in Arkansas injuring several and causing extensive damage. News from Berryville Van Buren Mulberry and nearby towns details vary due to remoteness but many homes and buildings were damaged with fatalities reported. Emergency crews survey the Wisconsin? No, Arkansas path and casualties are still being confirmed as authorities assess the devastation.
The will of the late R. H. Moore, who died in California, discloses his birth on June 18 1828. It leaves the river farm to his daughter Met Ucker and directs sale of Sarr Duck river assets, with equal division among his children and listed heirs including Mrs Pattle Russell and A. F. Moore.
Mrs Jane Barrett estate seeks distribution of real estate valued at 775000 including a house and lots. Notice states Barrett died leaving a number of heirs with the property to be divided among them.
State Board of Election Inspectors in Nashville canvassed the statewide vote and heard Judge John W. Staples of Harriman and Senator Fred Mansfield of Athens in the Staples contest. Returns show Mansfield leading by 130, but three Anderson county districts alleged irregular delivery, possibly reducing Staples’ margin to 59. case pending.
The Maury County Teachers Association schedules a meeting for Saturday December sixth. Supt. Graham prepared an engaging program urging every county teacher to attend. Sessions include Primary Department topics by Prof. Journey and Miss Smith and Secondary Department discussions led by Prof. Bartick and Mrs. Mitchell covering pedagogy and literature.
Elwood Indiana reports George Myers a longtime trapper caught a fine live stork the only one ever seen there and plans to send it to President Roosevelt. A large wire cage will ship the bird and be arranged to prevent harm.
The ladies of St. Peter's church will hold their annual Christmas bazaar this year on December 18th and 19th. The event offers handmade items and refreshments with proceeds aiding church activities. The exact location is to be chosen but will be central and convenient.
New Orleans reports Attorney General Guion issuing district attorney instructions on the Gay-Shattuck liquor law. Saloons must maintain separate licenses for whites and blacks, stay 300 feet from schools or churches, entrances from the street, and divest from gambling. The law takes effect January 1, 1900.
Through freight trains on the Louisville and Nashville railroad collided near Parry just east of Franklin due to dense fog. Both engines damaged, no injuries reported, traffic paused about fifty minutes. No. 7 passenger train delayed an hour, No. 3 through train forty minutes. full schedule resumed by noon.
In Spring Hill, a ceremony of beauty honors Marty as five hundred residents gather at the lake jail area memory remains. Police report quick justice notched a tribute while city officials note calm after the tumult.
Large audience fills Methodist church in Spring Hill Tennessee for memorial services for Senator Edward W. Carmack. Thompson Station and Spring Hill united to pay tribute with earnest addresses, music, and resolutions approved by a rising vote.
Washington Nov 22 Rear Admiral R C Mollyday chief of the Bureau of Yards and Docks urges extensive improvements at insular stations and higher standards for home navy yards. He proposes 11 341 780 for public works maintenance and yards and docks plus contingency funds and stresses the need for new dry docks to handle larger vessels under construction.
Special to The Herald Lewisburg Tenn Nov 24 a livery stable and a large lot of vehicles harnesses and paraphernalia were destroyed by fire last midnight ten horses perished in the flames adjoining brick Odd Fellows building housing Masons J L Fowler and George Weiler suffered loss of furniture and shoe stock the total loss about 10000 with 6000 insurance
Acting Secretary of the Navy Newberry and Secretary of War Wright will attend the Army v Navy game in Philadelphia. President Roosevelt likely to skip the event, with Mrs. Roosevelt and friends occupying the President's box.
The executive committee of the Carmack Memorial Association of Maury County plans a $10,000 statue fund for Senator Carmack in Columbia. Prof. John P. Graham will organize county schools to raise funds from children, with every contributor listed by school and official receipts and memorial cards issued for preservation.
San Francisco November 20 Notice of a planned 90 percent increase in express rates on merchandise between Eastern points and Pacific coast terminals will take effect December 10. The advance applies only to shipments over 500 pounds and aims to curb coast merchants who consolidate shipments in New York to exploit the existing tariff. Wells, Fargo & Co offices posted the notice. the case will be heard before Interstate Commerce Commissioner Franklin K. Lane in the city on December 6.
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