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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1901
Page
7
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Washington Sept 25 the Schley court of inquiry abruptly adjourned after senior counsel Judge Jeremiah Wilson died at the Shoreham Hotel from acute indigestion and kidney disease. Judge Wilson had been a key adviser to Admiral Schley, and his death caused shock and a brief halt to proceedings as attendees prepared for funeral arrangements and possible resumption the next morning.
The trial closes with the jury convicting the defendant of murder after testimony from prosecutor Penney and witnesses describing the president’s shooting at the Temple of Music. The judge set sentencing for Thursday afternoon at two.
Special to the Herald from Buffalo New York reports Leon Frank C Zolgsz? Penrae is sentenced by Judge Truman C White to die in the electric chair during the week beginning October 26 or 27 as early as permitted under New York law.
Murfreesboro Tenn Sept 4 The postoffice at Readyville in Rutherford County was robbed authorities report the front of the safe breached with a powerful explosive believed to be nitro glycerine a dangerous daylight break in the small community already shaken by the crime The probe focuses on how the thieves gained entry and what was taken from the secure vaults.
Sait announces a large stock of aalt including bushel barrels coarse aalt and expects ongoing supply. The notice highlights ample quantity for buyers and potential pricing terms as the firm prepares for continued distribution.
Mt Pleasant Tennessee notes circulating locals Henry Bivins of Paragould Arkansas and Job Garner of Lawrenceburg visit. Lacy Reynold visits Lawrenceburg then Memphis. F A Nelson returns from Rover. Rickets family to Memphis after weeks with Ricketts. No phosphate news yet. presbytery meeting in Spring Hill attended by Cleveland and Killebrew. Levi Irwin recovered. Joe Jones family visiting relatives. Infant of P Youngblood gravely ill in Nashville. K of P lecture series begins next Tuesday with Dr Thomas Dixon Jr as first speaker. Marriage announcements expected in October. Blanche Irwin now night operator for Citizens' Telephone Co.
G D Hodge transfers store-house in Columbia to Jas A Smmiser valued at 1025 dollars. Susan P Brown and others sell 4 5 acre tract in Wind district for 500 dollars to Ewell Mills. Willis B Long and others convey 6 5 acres in South district to B T Oliver. C M Califf and others to Christenia P for 50 acres in 2nd district. D Blackburn to Lettie B Blackburn 61 acres in 18th district as a gift. Higden and others to J W P Gane 6 5 acres in South district. E C McDowell to John Ray and others lot in South district for 107 dollars. John W Ray and others to Wm Spain and others lot in 9th district for 170 dollars. Watking to Kate and Lucy Watkins land in 11th district.
Feed in any quantities offered by Mercantile Storage Co. Merchants invited to trade as price can be duplicated. Ready to furnish hay, corn, and oats in desired amounts.
Booker T. Washington denounces lynching and calls for restraint after President McKinley's assassination. He argues crime is rooted in society's neglect of law and urges unified public sentiment, fair trials, and justice for criminals. The letter condemns mob violence and emphasizes lawful process.
Negotiations for a fair settlement in Hopkins county mining troubles are off. Circuit Judge Nunn urged Gov. Beckham to dispatch troops, but no order has been issued. Disorder resumes as Ameran and mine workers barred from returning to work. attacks target a Madisonville councilman's home and two negro miners' residences.
In Hartford City Indiana today a new oil well reached a remarkable gusher at 50 feet in the sand sending a column of oil over the derrick. Workmen were nearly drowned as the surge swept over the structure and threatened the site.
Stockholders of the Dek River Valley Oil & Gas Company elected directors R. Baie Wo P, Ridley, A. B. Rains, J. D. Dobbins, F. J. Ewing and J. W. Howard. Rains became president, Dobbins vice president, Ewing general manager, Howard secretary and treasurer. The firm holds 37 options totaling over 4000 acres in Marshall county with two gas prospects near Tall Station on the N O and St L. slated for two deep wells.
Thirty day sale offers surries and phaetons at cut prices due to large in stock. Customers urged to visit Sarrsaviaiy and Donsox for choice units.
Nashville Tenn Sept 23 Mrs Henrietta Fleming wife of B F Fleming of Sumter county is attempting to leave the Central Tennessee Hospital for the Insane after habeas corpus hearings before Criminal Judge Hart. She alleges unlawful commitment and abuse by her husband and sues for divorce in Gallatin Chancery Court. the habeas case remains undecided.
A fragmented advertisement urges buyers to “guess you will buy the best” and mentions a Hoosier wheat drill. It cites Distributor BarreR FikLy and Dopson and includes unreadable trailing text. The readable portion emphasizes quality and choosing a Hoosier brand.
Late this afternoon Governor W D Jelks received a telegram from Beaumont Texas announcing that a gusher had been brought in on the land of the Alabama Oil and Pipe Company. The firm is owned by Jelks and his relatives including Rt C Jelks of Birmingham J T Jelks of Hot Springs Ark and J H Cabiness of Birmingham.
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Springfield IL September 24 The remains of Abraham Lincoln will be laid to rest forever in accordance with the wish of his son Robert T Lincoln An excavation fifteen feet deep is under way beneath the current vault where the casket will be placed An iron cage will surround it and be embedded in a solid concrete block six by 18 feet The transfer will occur after Gov Yates returns
A local bid to build a Tiptonville to Union City Railroad draws citizen support and capital interest. Major Harris travels to Fulton to secure financiers, with Seerba crediting the enterprise and promising full effort to advance the project.
Harrows and land rollers, led by Cory, secured victory at Barrysmase. The yacht race also featured strong finishes as Ce and Wil posted notable results.
Authorized notices announce John Lutta as sheriff candidate for Ary County at the August election in 1AM and G Newt Pickard for Sheriff of Meary County at the August election in 1902. W E Embry seeks re election as Circuit Court Clerk of Maury County at the August vote. Willard K Worley runs for Circuit Court Clerk at the August election. James G Latta seeks re election as Register of Keesey County at the August election. James H Kaonan named candidate for Trustee of Maury County at the August election. A L Thomas seeks re election as County Court Clerk at the August election.
Chief Architect Taylor states the ground plans published for the World’s Fair are unauthorized and inaccurate. He says the true plans will be released in about two weeks after formal approval by the grounds and buildings committee, executive committee, and board of directors.
Canton dispatch reports Mrs. McKinley in practically the same condition with routine comforts. A cemetery visit and country drive were planned for the day, while Dr Risty noted no change after the night. Cortelyou expected Thursday for family talks. note mentions presiding era staffer connection.
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