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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1900
Page
5
A compact pitch urges shoppers to trust our store for reliable shoe purchases and satisfaction guarantees. It notes the upcoming fall selection and invites customers to spread the word if satisfied, or to speak up if not.
Wat k ins Harlan Evans and Mrs M E Williamson advertise a millinery shop located in the rear of their store, inviting customers to view a new stock and make purchases in a convenient, rear-entrance setup.
Oscar Glenn of Iron City and many locals are noted as visiting and returning from trips to Nashville, Franklin, Bowling Green, Murfreesboro and other towns. Several relatives and friends are mentioned with arrivals, visits, illnesses, and travel, including Miss Lily Warfield, Mrs. J. L. Hutton, Miss Mary Sue Meadors, Rev. W. A. Provine, and Miss Kate Shields among others.
John Trotwood Moura and several others depart Saturday for Nashville for Vanderbilt University. Carry Jones Crockett Owen F W Williams and Jobn Brown head Monday for Nashville. Mrs Robins and daughter Miss Mary leave for New Orleans where Miss Mary will attend a local school this season. Elder J M McCaleb, once a Japan missionary, has returned from West Tennessee, noting that church growth rests heavily on missionary work.
The public learns the remedy is of superior merit with a wire toe smell and no patent, compounded on scientific principles by skilled humanity. No secret about it, formula and method open for physician inspection. For all blood and liver diseases it has no equal, priced at $100 per bottle or 6 for $500, sold only by
Testimonials flood in praising Rains The Druggist for remarkable cures. Community members endorse the remedies and report positive health outcomes from using the products.
Miss Mattie Pinion returned from Florence a few days ago. Mrs. T. Brittain traveled to Lebanon to visit her mother. Miss Birdie Lowell is back from Florence Alabama. Mrs. Will Porter of Sheffield Alabama visited relatives in the city. Sidney Lusi is sick with fever. Mr. W. V. Dunnivant returned to Wales Station after visiting Mr. T. B. Gilliam. An ice cream supper at the Guest residence raised funds for the South Columbia M E Church Workers. Thomas McRady and family moved into the Ussory cottage formerly occupied by John Morgan Porter and family who moved to Parker street.
A sequence of transfers records multiple parcels and parcels prices. Fleming to John C Hobbs 97.55 acres in 1st district valued at 8000. Perkinson et al to Bo Kim ing 85.38 acres in 12th district at 81500. Mrs Sue Preston to Jus Underwood 1 acre in 1st district price 400. Garner et al to W H Pigg 86 acres in 17th district 81750. Grimes et ux to F M Ricketts 100 acres in 12th district. Anderson et ux to F Ricketts 100 acres in 12th district. Gibson et ux to R D Ricketts 100 acres in 12th district 8125. Hardison et ux to Martha Fanny Hardison 69 acres in 24th district gift. Fulton et ax to Mrs F R Gilbert lot in 8th ward 2275. Chisholm to Carpenter et al house and lot in 22nd district 82600.
A local grocer pledges prompt attention to orders with new stock arriving regularly. The shop emphasizes reasonable prices and current freshness to attract shoppers.
A compact notice advertising supplies including hay corn bran field seed turnip aced and sweet country hams for local buyers seeking farm provisions and cured meat options.
Chairman Fitzpatrick of the State Democratic Committee announces electors for the state at large Hon Jas B Frasier of Chattanooga and Hon Edward E Eslick of Pulaski. Frasier will speak in Columbia Tuesday Oct 9 and Eslick on Tuesday Oct 2.
J P Steerer offers superior grain drills with single and double disc configurations. These drills uniquely sow peas and oats in addition to wheat, claiming market exclusivity in this multi-crop capability.
Mr W vy wowrage will oversee the Baby Show and Ladies' Riding Rings at the Maury County Fair. Entries are being accepted at the drugstore. call to enter and register.
Robert Zallicoffer aged twenty one died Sunday at the home of Alex Ruswell near the city. He formerly lived in Alabama and had been there for game time. Funeral services were held Monday at 4 p.m. by Rev. W. J. Ascory, with interment in Rose Hill Cemetery. Disjointed fragments mention Mary Dillehay and Groveland but are unclear.
J P Sraer and Co announces Moline Disc Plows as winners, capable of plowing any kind and condition of land. The statement highlights versatility and reliability of the plows for diverse farming needs.
A town column lists residents improving health and moving homes, local business changes, a new charter filed by Empire Drill Co of New York, fishing trips, staff changes at several shops, a city mill nearing completion, bond actions, relief efforts, and upcoming county fair preparations with parade, marketing, and staff announcements. Notable names include Th. Birham J. R. Walaton Wnah Taylor A. K. Harrison Eugene Bell Maury Drug Goods Co. W. D. Ament Con gressional committee meeting in Sept. 22 Columbia Republican meeting.
An advertisement for Dick's Feed and Ensilage cutters shredders and pneumatic elevators from J P Srexer Co offers farm equipment for harvesting and storage needs. The copy emphasizes machinery useful to farmers seeking durable grain handling and feed processing tools.
Buddie Peyton J Pickens and Aigie Johnson were arrested on a state warrant last Monday for assaulting and cutting Tillman Buford a colored man. Buford his wife and child and Dave Jackson were attacked near Mala and on Sunday night between ten and eleven. One assailant slashed Buford across the arm causing a deep cut. Buford says Peyton did the cutting. Jackson was knocked off the sidewalk. The assault was described as unprovoked. Buford drives a delivery wagon for Chaffin Bros. His trial is set before Judge BE E Erwin.
New stock arrives featuring Bugbies woe Phaetons and the newest styles from Sarrexemio and Donsox. Columbus Rubber Tire Surreys promotes fresh models for road and town use.
The will of Mary M Mayes has been probated in court with Norman Ances as executor. The estate, including real and personal property, is to be settled as of November 30 1988. Garwood's Sarsaparilla advertised as a blood purifier is noted in the content.
Mrs. R A Haley received a telegram Tuesday announcing the death of her oldest son Charles Haley at Iliabene Mine on the Lith inst. Details are scant as the family mourns. Bre and Comat now in Oblon county report Franton and Ve Otter. M Rattle and Virgil Hughes returned Wednesday from Summertown. W A Wallace arrives after a three month stay in St Louis.
Several leading city firms have agreed to early store closings through the year. The schedule sets 8 pm closures in January February June July September and parts of September October and November with Saturday nights excluded. Participating firms include TN Figuers Watkins Harlan Evans Maury Dry Goods Ad Nicholas McKennon Anderson Foster J Rosenthal and T C Petri Brothers.
A fragmented notice mentions Land Rollers in stock ready for pickup, with a separate business note about water power and grinding operations. An received reply to a political candidacy inquiry references State Senator ambitions for the district including Lewis Parry and Maury counties. The message closes with a trade offer for float and meal in exchange for wheat and corn from Astros Bros.
A man nicknamed Jim New Goret was bound over by the Criminal Court after a Tuesday morning hearing. Witnesses included Dave Gilliam of Me Pleasant who testified about the incident referenced in court.
A fragmented account notes a meeting in Maury County with Drs and a paper on county canes. The program references Handcock Wise Plows and several firms as notable participants.
Barr and Oakes advertise a wide line for all needs, from the costly to modest. They pledge prompt service by Citinens' Telephone No. 190, with A Bank and Jena Oakes listed at residences, stressing fair prices and aid to distressed households amid death notices.
The Southern Stock Co presented The Vendetta to a satisfied crowd with Fred Van Zandt as Guido Furini and Stapley Walls as Respetti delivering standout performances. Earlier shows included The Other Girl and Because I Love You, with the Peruchi Beldeni Co set to perform next week. A performance Tuesday night sparked strong gallery remarks.
Local ad lists furniture including sideboards china closet dining tables and chairs. Call to see low prices offered by Satterfield and Dodson for home goods and décor.
West End trade remains lively for the season with few major items. Miss Lizzie Wallace returns from Nashville after months away. Mrs. John Adkisson and daughter visit relatives in Nash vi. Mr. A. G. Johnson to return from Hot Springs improved in health. Louise McKennon visits Annie and Mairy Barrow. Hayrides enliven the moonlight evenings as young folks gather. Fred Latta moves into the Haugh Collier building recently.
Fielden Bros offers services for all picture line needs from miniature to life size. All work finished in the best of style. 17 inches and more.
The Geonty Pair managers announce entertainments on October 3 4 and 5 at South Side Park drawing crowds from far and wide. Preparations are extensive with time and money spared to ensure a distinctive success. A.J. Nichol rents the Brown corner store relocating his clothing stock this week. Mr. Jones ships goods to Corinth Miss. Nichols' old plan remains unre rented.
Mai Cowal Pair organizers plan special features at South Lian Park on October 8 with 4 and 5 pm slots. They expect top attractions from Tovey and promise music and novel ties amid a bright outlook.
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