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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1902
Page
5
Local notes describe new shoe styles by Jobo Kelly and many residents visiting cities across the region. The column lists names such as Lee Farrell from Lebanon, Jobo Brazier in Louisville, and Mrs. W. A. Donaldson visiting Nashville, with several trips to Memphis, Atlanta, Washington, and other locales.
Regular services at the First Methodist Church featured two strong sermons and notable music. Rev Johnson of Fayetteville preached at the evening service on Romans 7 verse 8, with Mise Smith and the choir presenting several solos and anthems. At First Cumberland Presbyterian Church, sermons impressed, with anthems The Lord is King and The Holy City sung by the choir and Prof Hatwell delivering Praise the Lord.
Dr. T A Wharton was installed as regular pastor at the First Presbyterian church after a full morning service led by Rev. Brown of Lynnville. The handsome church was packed with visitors as Brown delivered an earnest sermon on the power of Christ and the Holy Spirit guiding the church and its people.
Final settlement meeting for Alexander Circuit scheduled Tuesday October 11 at 11am with Rev HB Reams P EL expected to arrive by 11am. After lunch the business meeting will occur as this marks the conference year end and full attendance of officials and members is hoped. Special services for old people at South Columbia M and Church Sunday morning followed by an old time love feast. Dr A S Pettie to conduct services at Mt Olivet Sunday afternoon.
Registration notices announce supplementary registration dates for the 5th, 12th, and 18th districts. The openings allow voters to register ahead of the regular election on November 11. Comprising electoral commissioners Getobur Oth and John M. Bury, the election department issues the notice.
Local notes report Mie Clare Lamar taking a cashier post at the Racket and promotions in clothing firms. Anke Harlan recovers a long-missing bird dog and several residents update homes and occupations, with new porch additions and stock purchases. Knights of the gridiron arrive in uniform for practice, while W B Gheenlaw plans to raise his house and yard. John G Lattaban opens a fresh table stock. Lucius Smith advances to Dodson’s telegraph operator post. and a Texas move for Charlie Dodson is denied. Valentino’s Sweet Gum and Florida Fruit Gum are advertised. Jno Dillon of Nashville canvasses locally, selling Rev products.
Wedding announcements recount the marriages of Lizzie Higley to E S Sims in Nashville and May Lamar to Ea Morgan in Shady Grove. Higley, daughter of G D Higley of Columbia, is praised for beauty and character. Sims works at Nashville Terminal Station. The Lamar wedding surprised friends. May Lamar is noted for education and refinement. Morgan is described as industrious with many friends. Services occurred at a Columbia area church and at a Nashville residence assisted by local clergy.
Green P. Jackson's Man An Eternal Probation stirs talk in literary and religious circles as it sells well. J Caperton spends time in Nashville. at St Thomas Hospital, operation weeks ago, doctor says he may be home Saturday. Embry announces candidacy for Corporation Magistrate in Daily Herald. deputy circuit clerk, energetic and capable for the post. Daughters of the Confederacy meet tomorrow afternoon at 4 60 locs with Mrs Robt Pillow.
An ad urges readers to buy only the best groceries while noting cheaper options cost more in the end. It promotes new pickles and breakfast foods like New Oat Meal and Oat Flakes, inviting non-customers to visit or send friends to see what a little money can do.
Columbians including A B Rains Mra J M Ded man Jao W Fry Kim Thomas attended the Pulaski versus Columbia ball game yesterday. Pulaski won the first game 6 to 2 while Columbia took the second game by 8 to 1.
A 12 year old sway backed and slightly chipped mare was stolen from a farm near Bighyville on the night of September 22. Information leading to recovery should be reported to St Lee Amis, colored.
The ceremony united Dr. Watkins and Miss Lizzie Miller in marriage. Friends extend congratulations and best wishes. Also, Mr J Street Jenkins, formerly of Columbia, married in Memphis last Tuesday September 2 to Miss Ada Sexton of Kentucky. They left for Hot Springs Arkansas where the groom is in business. It was a Gretna Green style affair.
The State Convention of Confederate Veterans in Tennessee meets at the Tabernacle in Nashville on Wednesday for business matters with delegates gathering and a concert at night. On Thursday the group tours to the Hermitage for a grand dinner in honor of the veterans.
Ad offers potato barrels made from best ary atook by sepadences coopers. Includes phone numbers 174 and 810-811 for Maury Barrel Co Citizens.
Mr W. M. Davis who operated a grocery business on the south side of the public square is moving his stock to Devster Alabama where he will engage in a similar enterprise.
A Nashville social note describes Mrs RC Church hosting an autumn themed reception with punch, elaborate desserts, and games at a spacious home. Guests include Mrs A Forgey, Mrs Parker, Mr Andrews, and numerous others, with Miss Annie Barrow serving punch and a large table of cards and raffles.
Mrs Joe Brownlow will entertain the Sixth Street Flinch Club next Wednesday morning at ten o clock, complimentary to Mrs M F Lightfoot who is the guest of Mr Ernest Mc Lenore. Mrs Alice McKay gave a dinner Tuesday at her Palast iko home in honor of Mr and Mrs Will Houge of Maraball Texas.
A fragment from a holiday trade notice showcases a sale of fine cards and mounts, including Ivory Miniatures, advertised as up-to-date and appealing for holiday gifting. Limited readable lines suggest a prompt to place orders or visit for selections in the United States.
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