A New Railroad and Local Political Stance
The column argues for an independent railroad to the Tennessee river to avoid L N embrace and rail trust rates. It urges Columbia and Mt Pleasant capitalists to fund stock subscriptions and bonds, to secure fair freight rates, resist the L N influence, and organize after elections to pursue business interests. It condemns trusts and monopolies with harsh language toward rate manipulation.
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The
Columbia Journal
Tennessee River
Railroad Trust
Southern
Ilinois Central
Mobile & Ohio
Columbia
Mr. Pleasant
Columbia and
Mt. Pleasant
Levo Five
James B Frazier delivers stirring anti trust speech in Columbia
The Hon James B Frazier Democratic candidate for State at Large spoke in the Columbia court house. He praised American labor and warned against trusts and imperialism, arguing trusts undermine price competition and workers’ independence. He urged fair treatment of labor and criticized imperial ambitions. Audience urged another speech at the Opera House as campaign closes.
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James B
Frexter
Court House
Columbia
Tennessee
Cumberland Telephone Company
Ths
Trust
Frazier
America
Nominees Named and Local Culture Critique
The editorial praises Capt Arch Lipsein d for seeking Representative duty and commends Jobo Nelson as a popular junior nominee. It argues Columbia lacks educational entertainment, notes social functions hinder religious services, and urges lyceum-style programs like Mt Pleasant’s speaker Geo R Wendling. It also mentions Yousey’s remarks on Goebel conspiracy cases.
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Senate
Jade Erwin
Arch Lipseoind
Bus
Jobo Nelson
Webb Nelson
Addrera
Heracp
Columbia
Lyceum
Mbt
Pleasant
Geo. R. Wendling
Gallilea
Mt. Pleasant
Local Clothing Store Boasts Best Made Line Hire in Columbia
The advertisement declares a Columbia shop as the most complete up-to-date clothing store carrying the nicest nobbiest cleanest best made line. It emphasizes quality and selection for shoppers in the area.
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Columbia
New Shop Promises Affordable Quality Goods Nearby
Sealed with persuasion, the notice hints at lower prices on similar quality merchandise. It invites readers to visit the new store and compare prices, suggesting savings without sacrificing value.
Hughes Foes Rally As Fussell Endorsed In District Race
Col Hughes faces revolt after endorsing Capt Fussell for Congress amid party splits with Evans and Brownlow factions. A mass meeting plans to rally behind Fussell, while rival leaders question patronage and loyalty. The fractured camp overshadows other campaign chatter as ballots approach.
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Col. Hughes & Co
Capt .H. Fussell
Arch
Haggard
Evans
Col. Hughes
Capt. Fussell
Combine
Capt. Punsell
Brownlow
Hughes
Col Hughes
Tse
Haa
Treasury Department
McKinley Treasury
Bryan favored by public, Times supports in editorial push
The piece argues for William J. Bryan as the destined president, citing Democratic arguments and Bryan Cochran’s eloquence. It notes distrust of trusts and huge sums raised by Hanna, while highlighting Philadelphia Times editor A. K. McClure’s shift to Bryan and its critical editorials endorsing a Bryan presidency.
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New Orleans Times Democrat
Bryan
Bourke Cochran
Hanna
Republican Doodle Committee
Robt. B. Lee
Olney
Philadelphia Times
A. K. McClure
Castlero Mates
McKinley
Democratic Party
Times
McBryan
Jta
Philippines
Provident Ina
William J. Bryan
New Cloths and Silks Arrive From France for season wear
McKennon Anderson Foster Dress Goods unveils rare rich cloths silks velvets and dress trimmings. French imports include Camel hair serge poplins crepons Thibet cloths Henriettas and Parne Velvets. See black dress goods and black Taffeta Silk at $1.00 a yard.
Tailor Made Dresses and Cloaks Offer New 500 Jacket
Women's department announces completion of new stock with jackets in tight and loose backs. A special 500 jacket is showcased in tan blue and black Beaver and Black Cheviot. The line aims to be the best value in the city at that price.
Specials for Next Saturday and Monday at Se a Yard
A buyer brings to you next Saturday and Monday a range of fabrics and garments at low prices. Crinkle Sitka pieces and dark Mingle Zibelines offer yard prices from 5Se to 1% cents, with remnant flannelettes and heavy unbleached Canton flannel also discounted. Women's vests, pants, and wool blankets are featured, plus reduced prices on various shirts dresses and shoes to clear stock.
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Seayard
Fatal accident at Tennessee Industrial School shafting
James Milan seventeen a boarding inmate at the Tennessee Industrial School was caught in the shafting in the machine room this morning. A belt or sleeve became entangled in the shaft causing his death as he trained to be a machinist.
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Nasavile, Toon
James Milan
Tennessee Industrial School
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