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The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1920-04-09
PARRISH WINS SUIT
INVOLVING COMMISSION
JURY RETURNS VERDICT FOR
THE DEFENDANTS IN BITTER
LY CONTESTED CASE.

In the case of S. o. Thomas against
James J. Parrish and wife, in watch
suit was instituted for the collection
OF real estate commissions of $500,
the jury Saturday returned a YER
dict for the defendants. The case had
been OIL trial in the circuit court for
the past three days and was bitterly
contested. 1t was claimed that lie
PENDANTS had listed their farm with
plaintiff for sale on commission and
that he had rendered the services hut
defendants had failed to make good
their part of the contract
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1920-04-09
IS ALMOST THE
Anniversary OF
FLOOD OF 1902
HEAVIEST DoWNPOUR EVER
KNOWN IN THIS COUNTY ON
GOOD FRIDAY.
Water and Light Plant Was Out of
Commission and City in Darkness
For Several Days-Damase Done
Was Enormous

Almost on the anniversary Of the
greatest flood this section ever knew
comes the highest waters, with that
s.nglS exception in more than a half
century. The record flood for Maury
county and Middle Tennessee was
mat of Friday, March %, 1902, when
tic river here made the highest rec.
cd since the observatory was estab-
lished.
During Friday March rs, 1902, the
heaviest dOWnpour known fell in
Naury and all over Middle Tennessee.
In some sections of the state there
vas no train service for week.
Bridges, trestles, mills, power plants
and houses were washed away. In
this county the bridges at Leftwich
aud Santa Fe were washed away.
Every NIL on Duck river in the coun-
ty with the single exception of Ash.
tons was washed away The water
rose forty inches in Ashton's mill
and did immense damage.
All of Riverside was flooded and
commun. cation with Columbia was
maintained only by boat. The power
house of the Columbia Water &
Light Company was submerged and
had to be reached by boat. The city
vas without water or power for
several days. Damage in this county
was estimated at hundreds of thou
sands Of dollars and in Middle Ten
nassee it footed up millions of dollars
The river did not begin to recede
here until noon Sunday following the
flood of Friday 1t was on Good FIR
day that the flood occurred in 1902.
This time it came the day before
Friday.
More than twenty houses at Mt
Pleasant were flooded in the former
downpour Helms branch in Column
liza inundated many houses and in
Riverside the stock of merchandise of
EraSer & Son, located where Billing
tons store is now located, was dam
eyed by water.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1920-04-09

committee on Monday night and mail
ed out to the members on Thursday
OF next week. They will be acconpa-
MED by a self addressed stamped en-.
velope for their return. After The lal-
lots are marked they must be return
ed to the county agent for canvass by
the committee not later than Wednes-
day afternoon. The result will be an
nounced on Thursday week
On Saturday, April II, the :cwly
elected board of directors as announc-
ed by the canvassing committee, will
meet at the court house at 1870
o'clock for the selection of the pe-Ila-
nent officers who will serve for the re-
mainder of the year The following
named committee will canvass the
vote for the directors: Miles p. Muir
ply, James r. Williamson, J. Humph-
roy llardison, J. l. Finnoy and Robert
GOodloc.
There will be fifteen directors eject
cd on an Australian ballot and the
members will also vote on the Accep-
lance of the constitution.
There arc already 100 members of
the council enrolled and the member
ship books will be kept open until to-
night when they will be closed until
after the election of the directors.
Therefore if members want the priyi-
lege of voting they should join by &
o'clock this evening.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1920-04-09
AFTER GRIP
|. WINTER COLDS
BAD BLOOD

. You are pale. thin, weak-witl1
little vitality. Your liver is slug
gish and the bad blood causes your
stomach muscles to lose their elias
ITCHY and become flabby and weak
then indigestion.
DIR. Pierce's Golden Medical Dis
covery, made from wild roots and
banks, and free from alcohol or
narcotics, is the great and powerful
blood purifier OF to-day. lngredl.
ents printed on wrapper. This
tonic, in liquid or tablet form, is
just what you need to give you
vim, vigor and vitality.
Take the Discovery as directed
and it will search out impure and
poisonous matter throughout the
system and eliminate it through
the natural channels.
You can procure a trial package
of the tablets by sending Zoe. to
the Invalids' Hotel, Buffalo, N. Y.
Lily, Ky.-"I suffered from stomach
and liver trouhle Had 'passy' stomach
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1920-04-09
JOE PATTON'S HOME
DESTROYED BY FIRE
FORMER MAURY CoUNTiAN SUI.
FERs HEAVY LOSS OF HIS WILL
HANSON COUNTY FARM.

Joe Patton, Of Williamson county,
lormcly Of Hampshire, was here Satnr-
recently to have his house and smoke
house completely destroyed by fire.
Except the clothing and some OF the
furniture everything was destroyed
IN the smoke house he lost several
thousand pounds Of meat ana lard
There was no insurance On this and
he had but little on the residence. Mr.
Patton stated that he would not boz
en- to rebuild until after the rush OF
crop planting was over
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1920-04-09
Catarrh is a Real Enemy
and Requires Vigorous Treatment

Throw these makeshift remedies
to the winds, and get On the right
treatment. Get bottle of S. S. S.,
and begin a treatment that has
been praised II sufferers for
half century.
S. S. S. gets right at the source
Of Catarrh, ann forces from the
blood the germs which cause the
disease. Special medical advice
regarding your own case free. Ad-
dress Medical Director, 106 Swift
Laboratory, Atlanta, Ga.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1920-04-09
Do Not Neglect L

When you use sprays, atomizer3
and douches for your Catarrh, you
may succeed in unstopping the
choked-up air passages for the
time being, but this annoying con-
dition returns, and you have to do
the same thing over and over
again.
Catarrh has never yet been
cured by these local applications
Have you ever experienced any real
benefit from such treatment?
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1920-04-09
N|CKELS DELIVERS
ANOTHER VELIE SIX

f. T. Nickels has delivered another
Vcl.c Six This one goes to Fred Lot
Ia, of the Adams-Latta Drug Compa-
ny and is q blue-back finished body,
equipped with red seal continental mo-
tor, with all equipments for touring.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1920-04-09
COUNTY COUNCIL
VOTES THIS WEEK
FOR DIRECTORS
CONSTITUTION APPROVED FOR
SUBMISSION IN REFERENDUM
TO MEMBERS.
CANVASSING COMMITTEE NAMED
Will Meet at the Court House on Wed
nesday of Next Week to Announce
the Result of Election-New Direc-
tors Meet April II.

Plans were perfected for the Terlna.
nent organization Of the county coun-
Gil of agriculture at well attended
meeting of the directors and commit
tees on Saturday afternoon. The con
Stitution which will be submitted by
referendum to the members was
agreed upon as was also the forla OF
the ballot.
The ballots will be prepared by a
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1920-04-09
ANNOUNCEMENTS
lax AssE ssoR.

WEBB WILLIAMSBURG Herald IS
authorized to announce Webb VIII
Iiams as a candidate for reelection
as Tax Assessor Of Maurv county,
subject to the action of the people OF
county. Election August 5, 1920.
d&w
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1920-04-09

and heartburn and
had headache most
of the time. After
each meal / was
sick, could scarcely
keep anything on my
stomach, not even
water. 1 didn t
think there was a
medicine made that
would cure me /; but,
after using DIR.
Pierce g Golden
Medical Discovery
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1920-04-09

France has weird tradition that
on Good Friday all the trees culver
and shudder in dread remembrance OF
Christ's passion
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1920-04-09

Good Friday is called in France Pas
sion Friday; in Germany, Still Friday
whilst in Denmark it is termed Long
FRIDAY
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1920-04-09

Canoes are made in several Iarts
Of Italy. but the canoes obtained in
Naples enjoy perhaps The highest rep.
utation.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1920-04-09

l can eat anything 1 want and it does
not hurt me. 1 will always praise this
medicine. - MRS. LIZZIE FRED
ERTCK.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1920-04-09

Lily, Ky.-"I suffered from stomach
and liver trouble. Had 'gassy' stomach
Evening star., 1920-09-02

Harrisburg, Pa: Mr.. ana Mrs. Frank
Trenholm and Mr.. and Mrs. William
de Saussure Trenholm Of New York.
and Mrs. William johnson and Miss
johnson Of Charleston. s. c.
Mr.. George Edmund Foss. formerly
representative from Illinois. and his
daughter. Miss Katherine Foss. are
In Newport as the guests of Gov. and
Mrs. r. Livingston Beeckman. at
Lands End. Gov. and Mrs. Beeck-
man will give . dinner tonight in
thelr honor.
Miss Mary Temple has arrived In
Washington and IL at tho Willard
Hotel for a visit, after spending some
time in Atlantic City.
Mr.. and Mrs. Paul l. Joachim are
entertaining q large party Of house
guests over Labor day at their sum
mer home, Shell Cove, Md. Mrs.
Joachim will return to Washington
about October 1.
Col. Junius l. Powell and family
have gone to Atlantic City to spend
the greater part Of September.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. d. Quinter. who
spent q year at Los Angeles and
Evening star., 1920-09-02

riage by her uncle, Mr.. Frank Gen
kholm of New York. wore a smart
gown of dark blue tricotine elabor-
ately braided and mounted over black
satin. which showed at the bottom Of
the skirt where the tunic was slash
ed. Braiding also appeared on the
bodice, which was finished with q mar
row cloth Of silver collar. She wore a
straw. faced with blue taffeta and the
crown encircled with vari-colored
flowers. A bouquet Of orchids and q
small scarf of gray squirrel worn
about the neck completed her Co.'S
tune. Mrs. Frederick N. Towers, at
tended her sister as matron Of honor.
and wore dark blue georgette crepe
gown with an occordion pleated over
dress and the folded girdle of satin
held with cluster of worsted dow-
ers. She wore a blue taffeta hat and
corsage bouquet Of pink roses. Maj.
A breakfast followed the wedding
party. relatives and intimate friends
who were the only guests present at
the ceremony. The bride. and BRIDE
groom were assisted in receiving by
Mrs. Capers. who wore a handsome
broidered in dull black beads. and a
black velvet toQue. Maj. and Mrs.
Keyser left later for their wedding
trip and on their return will go to
Quantico, where Maj. Keyser is sta
toned.
The bride of today is not only we'll
known in Washington. where she has
lived since her birth, but in the south.
where her family connections are
prominent. She made her debut here
and has been favorite in society.
The wedding was very simple in ar
rangement today because of the re-
cent death of tho brides father.
The relatives present at the cere-
mony from out of town included M
and Mrs. Charles Eugene Keyser, Miss
Ella Keyser and Mr.. Charles Keyser,
parents, sister and brother of the
bridegroom. who came from their
home, in Virginia: Mrs. Kelly OF Phil
adelphia, another sister OF MAI
Keyser; Mr.. and Mrs. =. q. keyser or
Evening star., 1920-09-02

CONTINUED on Ninth Page.
Evening star., 1920-09-02

Miss Maysue Donaldson. daughter
Of Col. and Mrs. T. Q. Donaldson. left
yesterday for Greenville, N. c.. where
she will make visit. Miss Donald
son returned only recently from q
stay Of several months In Europe.
The Washington times., 1920-10-21
Found atLast--
Saver and Beautifier
Quickly Makes Dull, Harsh, Unatractve Hair Doubly
Beautiful Abundant, Soft and Fluffy
or Nothing to Pay

ing out badly, and whose scalps are
covered with dandruff and itch like
mad.
Your druggist can now supply
you with the genuine Parisien Sage
which is guaranteed to auickly and
safely Danish every sign OF digust-
ing dandruff, stop itching scalp and
falling hair and stimulate a new
growth. or money refunded.
Thousands can testify to the ex-
cellent results from its use; some
who feared badness now glory in
their abundant hair, while others
who were annoyed for years with
dandruff and itching head got
clean, healthy scalp after just a
few days use of this simple home
treatment.
Partisan Sage is a scientific prep
aration that supplies hair needs. It's
easy to use, perfectly harmless, not
sticky or greasy, and even the first
application usually makes the hair
and scalp look and feel 100 per cent
better.
If you want to save your hair,
make it always look it's best, and
start a new growth, don't delay
begin using Partisan Sage now-to-
night. Peoples Drug Stores will
supply you. A large bottle costs
you nothing II 1t does not give per-
feet satisfaction.
The Washington times., 1920-10-21
.SAySEUROP['SH0P[
IS IN HANDS Of US.
Cooperation Necessary to Pre-.
vent Bolshevism Reign, E. A.
Filene Tells City Club.

The coming winter viii decio'
whether Europe 10 TO fall prey 70
Bolshevism or IL to be saved ITO"
economic disaster, according TO Eo'
ward A Fiisns. Of Boston former
chairman of the War shipping Boaro'
who spoke last night at the WASH
inrton Hotel before the full member
ship of the City Club on Actua
Conditions In Europe To-day
The only thing that can save Eu
rome from this radicalism ana pro
tect this country from the pains OF
unemployment. social unrest Anu
hard umss generally IL internauonaI
cooperation, with the United States
playing a leading part Filene oe-
clared. He based his conclusions on
observations during four months
tour of Europe. from which ne mas
recently returned.
..rhere IL SO much friction In the
nations newly created by the poace
terms that nothing short or genera
international cooperation can avert
future wars" he said.
.The international co-operation
that Is needed can only be effectiVe'
as events since the Peace Treaty nave
shown, II the United states taxes her
share in the work. SentimentAlity, OF
even sentiment, has no place In deal
ing, What we need 10 q scientiic
study of the situation and the cour-
age to face the facts as we find them
ut is not a party question. II 10
a question Of American citizens or AL
parties understanding how dangerous
European conditions are"
The Washington times., 1920-10-21
WHAT HYATTSVILLE
PEOPLE ARE DOING

HYATTSVILLE. Nd. Oct 2l.-Com-
plete registration returns from Hy'
attsville election districts show that
women voters, white and coiored'
split fifty-fifty on party. affiliaton'
The white women Democrats number
ed 256: white women Repubiicans'
218, and the colored female Repub
licans. 3S.
The white male Democrats were Al
and the white male Republicans, 46
The colored male Republicans were
3. Five white females declined to af-
filIate and 16 white females and !
white male registered as lndepend-
ents. The total registration In Hy-
attsville Is 1892.
The Washington times., 1920-10-21
Down Go the Prices-'Way Down on
Floor Coverings and
Draperies

Felt Base Floor Covering-one pattern in
blue and white tile effect; slightly imperfect
an S5c value. Square yard, SAC.
Congoleum Rugs-heavy, durable quality
all-over patterns; size 6x9 feet. Each, Sc. so.
Congoleum Runners-just "a in the lot, at
tractive designs and good colors; $2.75 value.
Each, 81 so.
Oil Opaque Window Shades-odd lots in
assorted sizes; to close out, each, $1.OO..
Irish Point Lace Curtans-mounted on a
strong net; regular s485 value. Pair, S3.75.
Remnants of Terry Cloth, Repps and Pop
lins-many patterns and colors; regular $1.49
quality. Yard, $1.OO.
Couch Covers-offered in several attractive
striped designs; regular $3.50 value. Each,
$3.50.
Remnants of Scrim, Marquisettes and Nets
"a varied assortment of patterns on fine
quality materials Worth up to 75c yard, 39c.
Fourth FIoor-Lnnsburgh & Brother.
The Washington times., 1920-10-21
A Smashing Drive Against Prices
Women's Stockings

Women's Full-Fashioned Silk Stockings
slightly irregular weaves of quality which
recently sold for $500. In black and white.
Pair. $1.OO.
Womens Lace and Plain Silk Stockings
Sizes 9, 9a and 10. All are perfect, properly
reinforced Up to very recently they sold for
much higher prices; black, white and colors.
Pair, Csc.
Full Fashioned Mercerized Lisle Stockings
Irregulars of $100 and Sl.25 values-black,
white, brown and some colors. Faults are
hardly noticeable. Pair, 59c.
Women's Mercerized Stockings, in black and
cordovan; also Fiber Silk, in black only.
Made of selected yarns, properly reinforced.
Pair, 59c.
Laced CIocked Silk Stockings-Perfect
quality-black only. Two patterns Of broad
Paris pattern lace clocks. Greatly under
priced. Pair, S4.39.
Womens Ribbed Sport Hose-Wool mixed in
green and brown heather shades. Very spe-
cially priced, Pair, S2.35.
First FIoor-Iansbursh Brother.
The Washington times., 1920-10-21
Boys Like Bargains?

70 Boys Cloth Hats, including rah-rahs,
crushers and Alpine styles, in plain colors and
fancy mixtures for school or play. Regular
CSC value. Each, 29c.
148 Boys Sweaters-coat styles of an
cellent quality and close weave; roll collars
side pockets Gray, brown maroon and navy;
formerly s3AS. Each, S2.59.
144 Boys Golf Caps, plain colors, plaids
and mixtures; lined and unlined, leather sweats
and unbreakable visors; formerly 98c. Each,
49c. .
7 Big Boys Overcoats-sizes "a to 81.
Brown and gray mixed overcoatngs. Choice,
$500.
100 Worsted Toques-plain colors and COM
bnations. Regular price 75c. Choice 35c.
Fifth FIoor-Lsnsbursh a BrotAer.
The Washington times., 1920-10-21
Cured His RUPTURE

I was badly ruptured while lifting a
trunk several years ago. Doctors said my
only hope of cure was an operation. Trusses
did me no good Finally l got hold Of
something that quickly and completely
cured me. Years have passed and the rup-
Jure has never returned, although l am
doing hard work as carpenter, There
was no operation, no lost time, no trouble
J have nothing TO sell. but will give full
information about how you may md a
complete cure without operation, II you
write to me. Eugene NJ. Pullen. Carpenter
1850 Marcelus Avenue. Manasouan, n. j.
Better cut out this notice and show II to
any others who are ruptured-you may
save life or at least stop the misery Of
rupture and the worry and danger of an
operation
The Washington times., 1920-10-21
Goodbye Profits on These
Blouses at J rice

These are the one and two-of-a-kind. select
ed from regular stock. Mostly Georgette
Crepe blouses, but few of fine Swiss Wolfe
are included. Choice of black and wanted
coIors. Broken sizes-but if you find your
size, then you get real bargain. Blouses
worth $7.98 to S16.98-at half price.
75c Lingerie Blouses-made of small-check
and plain Voes, tailored lace trimmed.
Broken sizes-while they last, each Soc.
1876 Georgette and Crepe de Chine Blouses
in regulation and tie-on styles Flesh, white,
bisaue. All are short-sleeve models, in sizes
SO to 46. While they last $2.95.
Second FIsor-LaasbuPEh 4 Brother.
The Washington times., 1920-10-21
Wherein the Men Profit
In Our Mems Shop

Silk Half Hose, full-fashioned, mostly in
black, some brown and white. Subject to
slightly irregular weaves. Pair, 75c.
Mems Tan Cape Gloves, broken lots in
Elite and Myers make All good sizes. For
merly $500 and $3.50 and worth more to-
day. Remnant price, $3.50.
Shirts and Pants, made Of natural grey
wool mixed or heavy ribbed cotton. Refs and
Cooper makes. All perfect, worth more,
$1.69.
Refs Union Suits, medium weight worsted
mixed Broken sizes only. At two prices.
$500 grade, $500 and $3.50 grade So. so.
Direct Entrance-Men's shos--7th Street.
The Washington times., 1920-10-21
What the Remnant Sale Does for
Knit Underwear

Fine Bleached Ribbed Corset Covers, with
Dutch neck, elbow sleeves, fitted at waist
Sizes s, and 8. SOC value, 29c.
Women's Bleached Ribbed Vest-low neck,
sleeveless, with crochet top In size only.
25c value, remnant price 12Hc.
Women's Silk and Cotton Combination
Suits, with Dutch neck, elbow sleeves, and high
neck and long sleeves. Ankle and knee lengths.
Sizes only. $2.25 and SITS.
Boys Fleeced Lined Combination Suits, with
high neck, long sleeves and ankle length. Sizes
6, 10 and IL. $500 value. 81 .39.
First FIoor-LansburEh 4 Brother.
The Washington times., 1920-10-21
Remnant Reductions Strike
Notions

Scissors and Shears in assorted sizes. All
samples. Pair, 25c.
Snap Fastcners-in black and white; all
sizes. 8 dozen 10c.
6-Yard Piece Cotton Twilled Tape, in three
widths. Piece &c.
Maid of America Hair Nets, in cap and
straight styles. 8 for Csc.
Fancy Twilled Elastic, three-quarter yard to
piece. All colors, 25c.
Sanitary Napkins, IL in box; good quality.
Dozen, 45c.
First FIoor-Lansburgb & Brother.
The Washington times., 1920-10-21
You'll Be Surprised
Art Oddities

A table heaped full of pretty and useful
stamped artcles-priced for quick removal,
includes: Stamped Luncheon Sets, Wolfe
Blouses, Crib Covers, Laundry Bags, and other
articles. Formerly priced 89c and up to $1.25,
choice 6Oc.
Smaller articles including Boudoir Caps,
Bags and numerous Stamped Pieces; none sold
for less than 25c choice 1Oc.
The Washington times., 1920-10-21
Such Is Fate, Low Prices Attack
Wash Good Remnants

We have gone through the stock of our
busy Wash Goods section and have culled out
all the short pieces and oddments These we
have reduced for quick selling. The choicest
fabrics are included-usable lengths Choose
from Lcngcoth, India Linon Popin Voile
Gingham, Outing Flannel and other "best SELL
ers." Regularly priced 38c to 58c. Yard, 29c.
36-inch plain colored Wash Goods-part
silk and will wash and wear and look like real
silk; regular SIPS and $3.50 grades. Yard
98c.
Nine pieces of part wool Flannels, in pretty
striped patterns-suitable for blouses, shirts,
sleeping garments, etc. Regular $1.0O value
Yard. CSC.
The Washington times., 1920-10-21
Remnant Shots
About the First Floor

Little lots from here and thereon which
quantity buying means large savings:
SOC Gold Plated Lingerie Clasp. Pair, 39c.
39c Filled Pearl Necklaces, graduated
style, 29c.
$1.98 Top-Strap Vachette Purses nicely
lined fitted with mirror, S1.29.
5Oc Rope Shopping Bags, 45c.
12c Lux, for 25c.
SOC Pebseco Tooth Paste. 33c.
2l0 Women's and Children's Handkerchiefs
of lawn with hemstitched roll edge, en-
broidered corners, also some sport effects.
Samples Of much higher-priced lines, Sc.
"a Women's Silk Umbrellas-purple, blue
or green; full bakelite ring handles, $3.50.
20 Womcn's Silk Gloria Umbrelas-white
bone tips, 26-inch Paragon frames $3.50.
25 Children's Silk Umbrellas-navy or
green, % or 24-inch Paragon frames-bakelite
trimmed silk-wrist loop handle. Each, $3.50.
1s Childrcn's Silk Umbrellas same as above,
with ring handle. Each, $500.
Odd pieces Of Sample Neckwear-ncluding
Collars and Sets of lace, .organdie and nets
a pleasing selection. Greatly underprced.
Choice, Soc to $3.50.
Colored Silk Nets 40 inches wide--in odd
colors-rose, blue, gray, scarlet, orange, laven-
der and black; regular S2.75 quality. Yard,
S1.50.
Figured Metal Cloth-handsome gold and
silver effects in floral and conventional de-
signs. Regular $1.75 value Remnant price,
yard, 88c.
Remnants Of laces, trimmings and nets;
large assortment. Remnant price is half price.