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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1906
Page
6
An advertisement promises Dr Carlstedt's German Liver Powder relieves liver disorders and related symptoms. It guarantees payment back for four bottle options if not effective, touts widespread sales, and asserts safe, natural remedies with testimonials and a money back offer.
Washington dispatch reports William Jennings Bryan told Rep. John Wesley Gaines he would tour Tennessee in September, skipping Nashville in October due to schedule. Likely stops include Nashville Knoxville and Chattanooga with Memphis possible, and he will speak at each city after appearances in Virginia and North Carolina.
Sunday was Young Men's Sunday in Mr Pleasant with visiting speakers Mr Frost of Columbus and Mr Lovan of Nashville. Frost spoke at the Methodist union service and at a men’s meeting at the Presbyterian church. Lovan led the union service at the Presbyterian church. A collection of 32.46 was taken for social work. Interest in local Y M C A work grew as plans for community programs emerged. Mr Gordon led the Big Men's Bible Class at the Coalition yesterday in General Secretary’s absence with sessions at 2 30 Sunday afternoon led by members.
Governor Robert L. Taylor resumes public appearances after a lecture tour through Wert and announces his readiness for further campaigning. He will visit communities to discuss policy and address voters.
State Democratic headquarters indicates Congressman Patterson ready to start his campaign by mid September. Nashville is favored for the opening speech likely September 15 at a theater with plans to maximize reach in the state capital and banner Democratic county.
In Lawrenceberg Tennessee on September 2 the circuit court clerk Crosthwaite demanded possession of the office from incumbent Kennedy. Kennedy refused to yield until the dispute is settled. Crosthwaite produced a bond approved by the circuit judge and a certificate of election from the election commissioners and was sworn in yesterday. Democrats contend Kennedy should hold over until a settlement is reached. Crosthwaite plans to pursue measures to gain possession.
Lola Walker once a chorus girl artist model and church worker sued Col. Dick Edwards for breach of promise in a $50,000 case. Secret marriage to George D Lieferman was learned. ceremony held Monday at his home. Walker had been awarded $21,000 before a new trial denied payment.
The Democratic Committee failed to convene at the courthouse to fix time and manner of nominating a legislative ticket. Chairman Kannon was absent, a large crowd and heavy business prevented a meeting, and the committee adjourned until next Monday at 1 o'clock.
Former Gov. Robert L. Taylor and Harvey Hannah plan to campaign together in Patterson's interest, touring the state starting mid September to rally support. The announcement appeared in Nashville with the two figures projecting coordinated efforts to boost Patterson’s candidacy.
In a seven month world trip the author recalls fears about raw vegetables water safety and variable meat and dairy quality. Yet the hen remains a constant friend providing comfort through boiled eggs and breakfast staples, bridging East and West in shared barnyard trust.
Lawrenceburg Tennessee September 2 Republican delegates from Seventh Congressional Seventeenth Senatorial and other districts held a convention naming C Bull of Giles County for Senator and Joe Simms of this county for Floater and Joe Kidd of Lawrence for Congress all without opposition. Speeches condemned Democratic action in the Circuit Court Clerk contest.
Nashville Tenn Sept 3 The sheriff and Judge Harte failed to agree on deputies for the criminal court. Harte announced the court’s business would be handled by his own appointed constables and bailiffs, prompting questions about legality.
On Labor Day President Roosevelt will review what may be the largest warship assembly in Western Hemisphere history. In Long Island Sound near Oyster Bay the American Navy will parade battleships cruisers torpedo boats destroyers and submarines commanded by Rear Admiral Evans. About 15 000 men will cheer as the Mayflower steams through the lines.
The court house saw unusual activity as newly elected county officers including Clerk Thomas, Circum Clerk Nichols, Sheriff Webb and others were sworn in by County Clerk Thomas. The group, with their bodemen, assumed offices, with Thomas and Lipscomb showing familiarity, Webb’s experience aiding the sheriff’s duties, and Nichols and his deputy Smith learning quickly.
Advertisement from the Columbia Mill and Elevator Company calling for samples of damaged and sprouted wheat. The notice specifies samples in any quantity including wagon lots and car loads and mentions the days wed sat mongw sept.
Chancellor Bearden in chambers at Nashville heard the dissolution argument of an injunction restraining four Maury County Court members from taking seats and duties. He dissolved the injunction, and the mag nets will be sworn in Monday. Attorneys for the complainants hailed the ruling. defendants’ counsel likely to demur to the bills.
Aug 20 CETCAYHO authorities warn retailers and packers to ensure full weight in all lard and butter packs or face prosecution in bonoredes. An official$100 per package penalty is cited for noncompliance, with authorities promising swift action against violators.
A Siberian lake near Midorsk spans nine miles by seventeen with a natural salt roof. Geologists record ancient evaporation forming vast salt crystals that later cemented, covering the lake as if frozen. In 1878 the Obi outlet formed beneath, yet thick salt kept the level and created a three foot high salt roof. Nearby Mangishlak Peninsula in the Caspian hosts another salt crusted lake crossed by foot.
Advert describes removal products from National Toilet Company of Paris and mentions sale in Columbia by W. P. Woldridge and other leading druggists. Claims include removing freckles and pimples and leaving skin clear, soft, and healthy with no harm.
A near relative seeks any memories of John W. Green who died in Alexandria on June 19, buried in Arlington VA. Details needed include Nashville and Columbia TN residence dates, ages, wife’s death, family sizes, children's names and ages, religion, occupations, and itinerant life, plus information on a possible brother and other relatives. Respond to Miss Mary S. Wallis, General Delivery, Washington City Post Office BC.
Lynnville Tenn September 2 bloodhounds from Lawrenceburg searched for the Glendale Maury County post office robbers. No clues yet, but general impression is that two or more men fled Glendale by the blind baggage on a Southern route.
A transcript recounts a chaotic harvest day as rain falls suddenly. Tom Simkins recalls seeing heavy drops, thunder, and a sudden deluge that drenched the binder and forced everyone to retreat under a canvas shelter. A bystander notes ducks flying overhead as proof of rain, then the crowd disperses quietly.
Special to the Herald Nashville Tenn September 1 law extending Nashville corporation limits to include suburbs took effect at midnight. The extension brings seven more square miles to the city totaling about 16 percent of the former area. Population is estimated at 166000 by the Board of Trade amid a ceremonial delivery of city keys to the mayor with governor and officials in attendance.
Senator Carmack will deliver a lecture on Character to the cadets of the Columbia Military Academy at the opening of school Wednesday morning. The event marks the start of the new term at CMA with the speaker engaging students on moral and civic themes.
Mormon representatives have bought large tracts in Mexico for colonization. They previously acquired land in the State of Mexico and Oaxaca and just closed a deal for 12,000 acres in Sinaloa. The plan is to move 12,000 Mormon families from Utah, Colorado, and Nevada into Mexico. The group also secured a concession for beet sugar manufacture and plans a $500,000 gold investment in the industry.
The Wine and Spirit News argues against the $1,000 saloon tax yet concedes potential benefits. It notes state liquor revenue may be indispensable and future legislatures may be less swayed by crank opinions as they rely on this income.
Medical Talk claims onions are almost the best nervine known and uniquely useful for nervous prostration. They are said to relieve coughs colds and influenza and, taken regularly, aid complexion and tone the wornout system.
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