Stephen D. Lee dies. Southern veterans honor fallen hero
The obituary lauds General Stephen D. Lee as the last great Confederate leader, praising his bravery, Christian conduct, and lifelong duty to the South. It contrasts his death with the memory of Lee and other Civil War figures, framing him as a knightly, unbowed figure in Southern history. It then shifts to Criticism of Governor Patterson and Carmack amid Tennessee political dispute over laboring issues, arguing Carmack supports workers while Patterson is portrayed as privileged.
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Stephen D. Lee
Miesty
Egypt
Lee
Johnstone
Pickett
Beattegary
Gordon
South
Robert B. Lee
Virginia
Grn. Lee
Gen. Lee
Gen, Lee
Wne
Doyle
Gen
Gag
Tennessee Governor Patterson Under Fire In Senate Clash
Tennessee figures contending Patterson vetoed a farmers bill citing costs while Senator Carmack accuses him of faithlessness to the Democratic party. The dispute centers on party loyalty, self-government, and temperance as key political tests in the state.
Democratic Party Betrayal Sparks Harsh Outcry in Tennessee
The speaker accuses Gov Patterson and others of corruption and betrayal within the party. He demands naming of traitors who aligned with Republicans to pass hostile bills and secure political advantage. Echo repeats questions about who betrayed the Democratic platform and aided the administration.
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Gov. Patterson
Democratic Party
Tennessee
Senate
Echo
M. R. Patterson
Carmack
The Hen and the Nation’s Wealth
An editorial praising the American hen as the most industrious and evenly distributed wealth source in Maury County and across the country. It extols the hen’s wide reach from Maine to Florida, notes its annual value near a half million for the county, and contrasts it with other crops and luxury fowl.
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Maine
Florida
Soest
Jersey
Golden Gate
Maury County
Bishop Gailor Defends Prohibition Stance in Tennessee
A letter from Bishop Gailor, printed widely in Tennessee, is cited to show his view on prohibition. He states he favors abolishing whisky if regulation fails to curb the traffic and criticizes newspapers for omitting portions of his remarks.
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Gailor
Bishop Gailor
Tennessee
Memphis Times
Memphis
Dls
Isha
Gallor
Notable Campaign Speech Endorses Women’s Influence
Bedford County Times cites a campaign urging respect for mothers and good citizens who support temperance and social reform. The piece argues it is natural for a mother to oppose saloons and for citizens to back her stance, regardless of personal views.
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Patterson
Bedford County Times
Campaign Publicity and Crumpacker Amendment Debate
The piece accuses Republicans of weakening a campaign publicity bill by an amendment aimed at reducing Southern representation in Congress. It argues Democrats dare a law on publication of campaign contributions, while Republicans pursue a tactic to defeat the bill and dodge accountability. It condemns Republican insincerity on Black enfranchisement and predicts Southern resolve to maintain white political dominance.
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Sincom
Congress
South
Republican Party
Carter on history holds editor-colonel to fair standard
A serrated critique argues Colonel Carter exposes ignorance while disputing accusations of ballot stuffing in Williamson and Maury counties in 1906. The piece contrasts Parker’s 1904 and Carmack Taylor races with Bryan votes, urging fairness and noting higher primary turnout without fraud claims.
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Carter
Carmack
Dover
Williamson
Maury
Parker
Tennessee
Bryan
Davidson County
Mary County
Debates Keep Patterson in Spotlight, Armitstead Victorious
In forcing Patterson to extend joint talks, Armitstead and Senator Garmack's campaign strategy wins. The Governor preferred to end discussions at the scheduled time but battles with a vigorous opponent reveal the cost of campaigning alone. He finds campaigning solo allows unrestrained statements and evasions on important issues.
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Hhs
India
Armisteads
McKennon Anderson Jocy Offer June Bargains In Store
McKennon Anderson and Jocy showcase June bargains highlighting quality ahead of price. Read as a friendly another step forward in value with highlighted savings for customers this season.
Millinery Sale Brings Prices Down for Ladies Hats
The Millinery Department announces a display and sale starting next Saturday morning and Monday on 24 ladies hats and children’s trimmed sailors. Previous prices 5 to 14 dollars drop to 4 dollars for ladies hats and 8 cents for sailors, with selection beginning on the specified weekend on the second floor.
White Goods Department and Fashion Fabrics Overview
A fragmented notice describes a White Goods Department offering a range of fabrics from India Linen to Pine, Sheep Proch and Scotch Lawns, Air Line Cloths, and French Organs. it mentions various customers and a season of White-everybody, with emphasis on white fabrics for all ages.
White Goods Specials For Next Saturday And Monday
Broad sale notes best buys on white lawn and linen pieces with prices from 10 cents to a dollar. Includes remnants of Persian Lawn India Linens and 45 inch French Lawn plus towels, creams and silks. Many yardage items, dresses, waists, and shoes offered at deep discounts for the weekend sale.
Skirt Offer Extended Due to Tailoring Backlog
The store continues the skirt sale for a few more days because the tailoring department is behind with orders. Management cites an unexpected surge in demand and a heavy workload as the reason for the extension.
Carpet Department Special Rug Pair at Special Price
One Velvet Rug 6 feet 10 inches by 6 feet 8 inches with rich border and a small mat rug 1x1 feet to match priced together at 27 dollars. The larger rug alone is valued at 35 dollars.
Fragmented political rhetoric and rural imagery in a late 19th century ode
A garbled editorial style piece attacks Governor and debates, touts Armistead’s debates, and shifts to pastoral, almost poetic descriptions of farming life. The text blends political critique with vivid rural imagery of crops, cattle, and the countryside, reflecting a collage of public discourse and agrarian themes.
Versatile Milton Shines Across Tennessee Journalism
A profile praises Georgy F. Milton of the Knoxville Sentinel as a versatile editor. It highlights his strength in political and economic writing and notes his expressive take on everyday life and nature. The piece references a county committee meeting and rural tasks like milking a cow and feeding pigs as part of a broader celebration of Milton’s essays.
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Milton
Tennessee
Georgy F. Milton
Knoxville Sentinel
Ife
Eratic Committee
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