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Newspaper

Comet

Location

Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America

Date

Apr 11, 1912

Page

2

Tennessee and Illinois politics and Bob Taylor memorial

The piece surveys Illinois and Tennessee political drama around Gov. Hooper appointing Newell Sanders and the Sanders oath, with critique of the process and party harmony. It honors the late Sen. Bob Taylor, noting a memorial association formed to fund a monument, praising his public service, philanthropy, church and school work, and moral character.

Gov. Hooper Newell Sanders Hooper Sen. Sanders Tennessee Apostle of Sunshine Bob Taylor Memphis Bob" Taylor Robi L. Taylor Knoxville Bob” Taylor Cbattanooga Times

Sells Lauds Sanders Appointment In Independent Democratic Circles

Washington April 9 Representative Sells expresses elation over Sanders' Senate appointment calling it right and beneficial while noting fusion momentum and a solid Republican alignment for the coming big election. The piece also touches on Democrats plotting unity and seating dynamics in the Senate.

Washington Sells Sanders Hooper Senator Catron New Mexico

Charity Ball At Colonial Charity Ball At Colonial

The charity ball at the Colonial hotel last Monday evening supported Memorial hospital and was a brilliant season highlight. The grand march opened at 8 40, programs listed sixteen numbers though many more were played. Music kept guests dancing with repeated encores while fruit punch and sandwiches were served in the parlors.

Colonial Hotel Memorial Hospital

Flags at Half Mast for Senator Taylor Remains

Last Friday Mrs J M Ayers at Crest Bon Air on Roan Hill displayed two American flags at half mast in tribute as the remains of Senator Taylor were laid to rest in Knoxville. The notice follows an ad for Dr Fabrney Teething Lump claiming safety for babies and easier teething.

Senator Taylor Knoxville Mra J. M. Ayers Crest Bon Air Roan Hill

Old Guard Trio of Holston Leader Passes

The Rev. Dr. Frank Richardson died at Fountain City at 51. A veteran Holston Methodist minister, he served 58 years with three years in Holston Conference and led State Street Church in Knoxville for 21 years. He formed the historic trio of old guards with Dr. David Sailing and Dr. RON Price. He authored Sunrise to Sunset.

Frank Richardson Fountain City Holston State Street Richardson Emory Tod Henry College Old Guards David Sailing Cleveland Ron. Price Martintown

David Rankin Ross dies at 75 in Greene County

David Rankin Ross aged 75 died after a three week illness at his home 206 Seventh Street He was a Greene County native but lived here twenty years survived by wife Martha Stonecipher Ross son George A Ross reporter for the Commercial Appeal and brother George G Ross 84 of Newmansville Tenn Known as Uncle Davy he was of Scotch Irish descent and a Confederate veteran in Captain Arnold's unit He rests at old Salem cemetery Washington College this county

David Rankin Ross Seventh Street Greene County Martha Stonecipher Ross Geo. A. Ross Commercial Appeal George G. Ross Newmansville Tenn Davy Greeneville Willian Ross Capt Arnold Tennessee Virginia Chickamiauga U.G. V Old Salem Cemetery Washington College This County

Reward Offered for Greeneville Bear Dance Assault

Col Albert Shipley previously offered a $100 reward for the man who brutal assaulted Hon Adam Bowman at the Greeneville bear dance. The Progress invites pursuit of the boastful attacker and pledges the reward to the Greeneville orphanage if he is convicted. Citizens condemn the ruffian’s act and demand action.

Albert Shipley Adam Bowman Greeneville Wal. Shipley Raffian Ulaiborne

Death Visits Viall Family Twice in One Day

Infant son William Howard, only one week old, died at the Elizabethton home of Mr and Mrs Oscar Viall. Father of Mr Viall, Fr Hr Viall, died at the Patterson Mills in Greene County. The elder Viall was 72. Peculiar: both oldest and youngest members died the same day, first deaths in the family.

Willian Howard Oscar Viall Elizabethton Hr. Viall Viall Pattersons Mills Green County

Bryan to campaign against Ohio Governor Harmon

William Jennings Bryan, in Chicago, confirmed plans to oppose Governor Judson Harmon of Ohio at the Democratic National Convention. Bryan said he will campaign in Ohio on April 15 and 16.

Chicago Wm. J. Bryan Judson Harmon Ohio Baltimore Bryan

Clark Secures Wisconsin Delegates at Democratic Convention

Wausau Wisconsin April 10 delegates to the national Democratic convention from the Eighth Congressional district backed Champ Clark. The complete vote announced today confirms six Clark delegates from Wisconsin, securing his lead in the state.

Wausau Wis Champ Clark Wisconsin Clark

Adopting Cash System Cuts Living Costs With Low Prices

A persuasive pitch urges switching to cash purchases to cut groceries costs. It lists item prices such as lard at 10c per pound, beef, pork chops, fish, Arbuckles coffee, sugar, oleomargarine, flour, and produce with cents per pound or unit figures. The ad promises savings by avoiding delivery charges.

Death of John Alimany A VirginiaNative 60

John Alimany died last Thursday at his Fulton street home after months of tuberculosis of the bowels. A native of Virginia, aged sixty, he was an interesting and persevering citizen. He leaves a widow and three children.

John Alimany Fulton Street Virginia

Anniversary of Appomattox Day Program

Anniversary program under Union Veteran Legion held at Memorial Hall Soldiers' Home on Sunday April 14 1912 with songs prayers scripture reading address and benediction led by Rev Morrell Stivers Tarwater and others and featuring God of the Nations Our Native Land Nearer My God to Thee America and a Psalm reading.

Appomatox Union Veteran Legion Memorial Hall W. M. Morrell O. BR. Tarwater

Dr Neighbor Eulogy Published in Record

Washington April congressional record prints funeral oration of Rev W K Neighbor D D at the obsequies of RL Taylor after a request by Rep Aims of Tennessee. The note adds remarks about hands calluses sometimes caused by golf clubs.

Washington Torlay W. K. Neigh J. D RL. Taylor Tennessee Atchison Globe

Thoughts on Spring Feeding for Flocks

The article warns apoplexy targets overfat fowls and advises lighter feeding for heavy breeds in spring. It emphasizes varied, protein-rich feeds, explains soft shelled eggs from improper diets, and calls for liberal lime supply and wholesome feeds to prevent sickness.

W G Anderson Sends Unique Floral Tribute at Grave

W G Anderson, lifelong friend of Senator Taylor, sent a wreath of lotus leaves with a single white rose bud. Included were lines praising Tunnewme’s bright wars and the White Rose budded to bloom hereafter.

W. G. Anderson Senator Taylor

Zemo and Zemo Soap Promoted for Skin Ailments

The City Drug Co. touts Zemo and Zemo Soap as cures for pimples blackheads eczema dandruff and scalp irritation promising quick relief and even a single bottle or cake may cure minor cases. The ad notes availability from leading druggists and a Louisiana birth notice appears alongside in the page.

City Drug Co Zemo Benny Krteabah Zimo America Johnson City City Drag Company

Guineas Serve as Watchers and Winter Lays Guide

Guineas act as vigilant watchdogs for the flock, alert to hawks dogs and strangers, their loud cries driving intruders away and warning the flock. A few guineas help deter hawk depredations when many birds are present. Winter laying rests on conditions kept by the poultryman, with hens laying better in spring if winter conditions are met.

For Rent A Store or Workshop on West Market Street

Rental notice for a storeroom on West Market Street offered to Salvation Army Women’s Building with space suitable for any busy workshop or work area. Describes address 25590 and indicates a 1448 notice reference.

Salvation Army West Market Street

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