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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1909
Page
7
The Herald urges candidates to use newspaper space to reach voters across Maury County. It stresses publicity as essential for success, notes open ad rates and equal treatment for all candidates, and invites endorsements for official service. The piece emphasizes the press as the lifeblood of political campaigns and invites participation.
Charles R. Crane denounces Nashville American, Chattanooga Times, and Memphis Commercial Appeal for misrepresenting reform forces. He argues papers fake the State Committee’s origin, contrasts fairness of some outlets with hostile editorials, and urges readers to distrust opposition reporting. Quotes from Crane and Frederick Cook conclude the piece.
The Herald affirms its duty to truth and public welfare, pledging fearless commentary on matters affecting Columbia and Maury County. It rejects fear or coercion, vows to correct errors, and insists on independence from personal or political coercion while upholding a path of good government.
The piece argues Peary may be right in accusing Cook of fraud but criticizes Peary's conduct as harsh and delay-filled. It notes doubt about the Bakimas accounts and questions why Peary delayed presenting proof and how he managed the controversy. It labels Peary's methods as reprehensible.
The text argues Peary abused copyright to shield his charges against Cook while the public deserves full access to the evidence. It contrasts Peary as a navy officer drawing pay with Cook as a private citizen who funded his expedition. It declares moral and legal rights to publish proof and criticizes withholding information from readers.
The County Court and educators applaud establishing a county high school as a pivotal step in Maury County’s education system. It argues that access to higher schooling for all children, regardless of poverty, strengthens democracy and the state’s future governance. The message condemns denying education as unjust and dangerous to liberty.
The Herald notes gratification at the County Court ruling to establish a county high school in Maury County. The paper champions home public education, urging continued growth to educate all youths, build an enlightened electorate, and advance civic progress nationwide.
The Chattanooga Times criticizes the good citizen as overly fond of liquor interests and mass meetings, arguing real influence comes from ballots not applause. It decries neglect of primaries and elections, blaming special interests and office seekers for perpetual government inefficiency and extravagance.
A Nashville mayoral result is condemned as a setback to temperance and moral enforcement. The text asserts Hilary Howse opposes restrictions on saloons and race track gambling, portraying him as inconsistent with education and reform, yet notes his broad party support. The piece predicts continued neglect of prohibition laws.
McKennon Anderson Pogos promotes its fall assortment as the quickest way to shop. Models display a wide selection said to please hundreds of women, claiming superiority over larger city stores.
A catalog of discounted women’s wear and fabrics highlights priced coats suits waists and rain cloaks. Includes Misses and ladies coats skirts and jackets in navy brown red and green, plus blankets table linen and shoes from W L Douglas. Special matting carpet pieces offered at reduced rates.
A Nash ville reader notes that most favor a liberal city government, citing Memphis as a model. Hilary Howie is praised for businesslike finances and enforcement restraint, while Albert Ewing is critiqued for political opportunism. John Latta is honored for public service and citizenship.
The remark questions the appeal of oaces in Maury County by suggesting one can measure beauty by counting the candidates chasing them. It frames the comment as a light reflection on local scrutiny of candidates and places.
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