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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1897
Page
2
In Fair City local election results show Carter Harrison, a free silver Democrat, defeating two gold Democrats and a Republican for mayor with a clear majority. The piece also notes ongoing national political chatter, including tariff bill debate, cabinet rumors, and speculation on government appointments.
Fire early Sunday morning consumed the old frame Obinexe laundry at Market and Roanstroom and spread to the Tin Corner office building. The Brick Comer plant suffered heavy damage though insured for 1000 dollars with Autna Insurance Co. of Hartford. Insurance agent T. McUown and adjuster Manson settled losses before leaving on the 415 train.
Local proposals urge detaching the Ninth Civil District from Washington County and adding it to Carter County. The plan would keep Johnson City’s chancery court, require a district-wide vote, and argues the district has long been underfunded compared to other county regions while contributing a third of the county tax. Also noted is Dr. Walter Miller’s appointment by Governor Taylor to the state health team.
An 1807 court order requires publication in The Comet of Johnson City Tennessee for four consecutive weeks. The notice warns creditors of Watoya Bank of the filing of a creditor bill and to present claims by a set deadline. failing which claims are barred. The court enjoins actions against Watoya Bank except for pending sales, with a filing date of March 31 1997.
Watanga notes report church service at Chitech Brethren church and births details for Mr and Mrs J J Raupp, plus arrivals from Cowan Magill & Company and Tanary Company. Local thefts include hogs and meat from W R Campbell and J H Reese. Electric Bitters promoted as remedy with notes on elder care.
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