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Newspaper

Comet

Location

Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America

Date

Apr 26, 1894

Page

6

Political necessity murder at Dalton

An April Dalton dispatch reports a brutal murder near Gilmer county where Henry Worley was found dead with his body perforated by rifle balls and buckshot. No suspects, with theories ranging from domestic violence to klan involvement. The crime is described as one of North Georgia’s most horrific assassinations.

Darrow Dalton Gilmer Murray County Henry Worley Worley Gilmercurt

Chance of a Lifetime Watch Offer Headlines Local Bargain

This notice touts the Knoxville Tribune Premier Watch as a first class timekeeper. It claims superior movement, compact one inch thickness, 22 inch diameter, and durable steel band design. Targeted at workers, farmers, and families seeking an inexpensive reliable clock. Address for order appears at end.

Knoxville /bune

Hawaiian Oath for Voters Sparks US Letter Debate

The president sent a new Hawaiian correspondence to the senate detailing Minister Willis's oath for island voters pledging allegiance to the provisional government and opposing monarchy restoration. Secretary Gresham replies the United States does not recognize perpetual allegiance and may protect Americans in Hawaiian affairs.

Wasuixetos Senate Willis Hawaii Gresham United States

Opposition to Nicaragua canal bill by Senator Davis

On Tuesday April 22 Senator Davis of Minnesota voiced strong opposition to the Nicaragua canal bill. He did not file a formal report but said he would likely speak out against the measure if brought to the floor, arguing the United States should not invest $100,000,000 in a canal while lacking leverage against major powers. The tariff bill dominates Senate agenda for now, delaying any canal action until it passes.

Wastuixaton Congress House South Piney Woods Canvons Washington Nicaragua Davis United States

A Shoe Merchant Cured by Tyner’s Dyspepsia Remedy

Mr Jas E Carlton of Atlanta Ga suffered severe indigestion gas souring of food on the stomach and pain before using Tyner’s Dyspepsia Remedy. He reports relief and commends the remedy to the public as the best for indigestion.

Jas, E. Carlton Atlanta Tyner

Murray County white cap gang murders Arnasta farmer

Arnasta Georgia April 21 Henry Worley a Murray county farmer was shot dead in his field by white cap members of a gang believed to be local moonshiners. Worley once belonged to the gang and had threatened to name 100 members to Gov Northern before his murder. About 700 in the league, with 700 members divided into clans. Six deputy marshals left to arrest ringleaders.

Arnasta Henry Worley Murray County Hhe Field White Cap Gany Worley Atlanta Gov. Northern Olf H Mountains

Dr Halo's Household Ointment Promises Universal Cure

A patent medicine claim extols Dr Halo's Household Ointment as a universal remedy for catarrh neuralgia rheumatism piles salt rheum and other conditions. It claims internal use a pneumonia cure and fast relief for cuts bruises burns chilblains and corns with 26 and 50 cent boxes and large sizes offered by McHarland & Co's drug store.

Halo

Principals Not Spoils From President Cleveland Letter

President Cleveland addresses Chauncey F. Black of the National Association of Democratic Clubs. He praises the group for educating the public on Democratic principles and urges focus on principles over spoils, stressing strength comes from enlisting in the people's cause.

Washineton Cleveland Chauncey F. Black National Association of Democratic Clubs

Democratic Party Pledge and Support Letter Fragment

Letter urges Democrats to unite behind party principles and fundraise, stressing loyalty over individual aims and warning against factionalism. The writer pledges a contribution to support the party's work and future success.

Democratic Cride Edie Democratic Party Tari Retorn

The Verdict Unanimous II Pleases Lawyer and Client

A unanimous jury verdict praises Dr Hale's Household Cough Care as a speedy cure for coughs colds and bronchial troubles. The article notes careful promotion and urges trying a bottle, sold by McFarland Co. Druggists.

Hale McFarland & Co

Presbyterian Unity Talks in Nashville Amid Union Efforts

Birmingham and northern and southern presbyterian factions discuss forming a united church body. Petitioned by southern synods to merge, the effort seeks to group churches across assemblies and employ ministers by mutual agreement. Cooperation already exists in foreign and home missions, with the boundary between assemblies described as imaginary.

Birmingham Ala Spital Nashville Northern Assembly Saratoga N.Y

Railway line control confirmed for Knoxville road

It is confirmed that the Past Tennessee, Virginia and Georgia railway line has secured control of the Knoxville Cumberland Gap and Louisville railway. The new owner will begin operating the road in a few days.

Knoxville Tennessee, Virginia and Georgia Railway Liie Cumberland Gap Louisville Railway

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