Roosevelts Pen and Hobson In Cuba War Banter
A raucous editorial of political quips and wartime commentary mocks Roosevelt's pen versus sword, Hobson, and military affairs in Cuba. It cites Alger, Sampson, Shafter, and a flood of local factors from Georgia to Unicoi county, hinting at national tensions and public opinion during the Santiago campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alger
Teddy Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Shafter
War Department
Santiago
Associated Press
Roosevelt and Schley clash over naval honors in memory of Cuba
Dispute swirls over command shifts in the Atlantic squadron as Hampson slated for European fleet and Watson to command remaining Cuban ships. Roosevelts remarks spark debate on leadership and merit while tributes to Oregon’s role in destroying Cervera’s fleet are highlighted amid cabinet speculation and prize money disputes.
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Europe
Hampson
Cuban
Watson
Cujun
Sehley
Navy Department
Schley
Congress
Knoxville
Judge Hart
Harts
J . Sant
Americles
Youngan Men's Christian Association
Pre
Oregon
San Francisco
Sampson
Cervora
Clark
McTntyre
Cristobel Colon
McIntyre
Denver
Colorado
Largest Flag In the World Seen Near Havana
A story notes the Stars and Stripes flag to be the largest in the world, planned to float over Morro Castle, Havana after Blanco surrenders. It describes a 120 foot by 434 foot flag, crafted in New York with bunting from Boston, and prepared for display in wartime symbolism.
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Morro Castle
Havana
Blanco
Fulton Street
New York City
Wall Street
Boston
Rat Cheese Proves Effective in Hotel Rats Case
After winter closure a hotel suffered rat infestation destroying bedding and clothing. The writer praises Rat Cheese, claiming quick, strong results for mice and rats in barns and other buildings. A request for twelve boxes by express is included with thanks to the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kladly
Express
Health and Beauty for Women and Peru-no Cure Claims
Advertorial style piece touts health cures for female ailments with Peru-no and Mann-lin claims. Includes testimonials from Lingle Peters and Eliza Wike and a rescue narrative about Albert Lyle after a train accident, detailing injuries and medical care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tess
Larry
Columbus
Lingle Peters
Eliza Wike
Rou Street
Alevon
Knox and surrounding counties shift to Democrats in elections
J W Vox elected Knox sheriff by 450 vote majority. Polk county sends three Democratic county officers. Tom Davis wins Sevier sheriff race over Republican. John P Duncan born near Maryville suffers incendiary fire. Limestone Washington ships cattle totaling 185 000. J P Nicely defeats O K Morgan for Sevier sheriff by 200. Large barn burns at Reagan’s station Monroe county causing 1000 loss. Hamblen county elects Democratic sheriff and county court clerk. Contest expected on defeated trustee. R A Shields fatally stabbed Aug 6 by W H Greer over election dispute. Mountain country excited. Chattanooga wards vote Democratic, majority 250 to 1000 for whole county ticket. Negro vote leans Democratic.
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Tom Davis
Sevier County
John P. Duncan
Maryville
Limestone
Washington County
J. P. Nicely
0. K. Morgan
Arainger County
R.A. Shields
W. H. Greer
Shields
Chattanooga
Allen’s Poot-Kiane and powder for swoolen feet
Includes old advertisements for Allen’s Foot-Kease products and foot powder claiming instant relief for corns, bunions, sweating feet and hot, itching sensations. Mentions mail orders and several old branding details. Also notes a political appointment of Robert McFarland as assistant commissioner of agriculture and a Morristown Gazette report on a fatal rifleman incident and a dream foretelling deaths.
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Allen
Hiane Tomlin
Addresh Allen & Olmsted
le Roy
N.Y
Tutt's Liver Pills Promises Cure for Stomach Ailments
An advertisement touts Tutt's Liver Pills as a money saver by preventing doctor bills and curing stomach liver and bowel diseases. It asserts relief for sick headache dyspepsia malaria constipation and biliousness with endorsements from a million people.
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Tutt
Bank receivers appointed as consolidated trust in Johnson City
First National Bank of this city along with Second National of Columbia Tennessee First National of Wilmington North Carolina and First National of Middleboro Kentucky have been consolidated under one trust. Hon Homer J Clark of Minvis appointed receiver and in Johnson City this week taking charge. Former receiver John I Cox checks up and transfers. Clark new to government but bank examiner and respected Tlinois citizen. Creditors assured steady management and careful protection of interests. Retiring receiver J L Cox and assistant T A Cox leave with best wishes of creditors. Also an advertisement touts Smiths Sure Kidney Cure with a money back guarantee and local druggists selling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First National Bank
Second National
Columbia
Tennessee
First National
Wilmington
North Carolina
Middleboro
Kentucky
Homer J. Clark
Minvis
Consolidated Trust
Clark
Johnson City
John I. Cox
Tlinois
J. L Cox
T. A. Cox
State vs Bitner Poultry Dealer Case Delayed For Compromise
Circuit court met with Judge Mudge Campbell and Attorney General Dana Harmon hearing offenses. The major case concerns G. M. Bitner, a poultry dealer who vanished with a large sum, leaving country merchants to suffer. Indicted by the county grand jury, the trial was postponed to next court and reportedly may be compromised before then. Court adjourned Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Mudge Ih.t. Campbell
Dana Harmon
G. M. Bitner
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Louisville Dispatch
Uncle Sam
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Loure Very Trainee
Ca ‘Ern Dundaf P
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Laat Vritey
Albert
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Sam Bolton
Embreeville
Lyle
Walter Miller
4Th Tenn
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Tennesser
J. W. Vox
Knox County
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Reagan's Station
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McFarland
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Morristown
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Sterling Robinson
Glaiborne County
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Davia
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Trusts Consolidated
Mae
Bradfield Regulator CO
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WN. K. Fairbank Company
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City Drug Store
W L. James
Oak Hill Cemetery
W. C. Dyer
Johnon Guty
Chancery Court
State of Tennessee
Craft Et. al
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Land Co
E. A. Binkey
C. W. Howars
Ardal
Allen & Little
G. C. Aiken
Allentown Mercantile
Bert Brown
DF. Brannock
Bunton
W. W. Bowman
J. W. Bailey & Son
W. B. Braid
Banner & Profitt
D. L. Blevina
J.D. Baird
Troine
A. Bowman
Bradley Bros. & Co
A. I. Banner
J. W. Cromley
J. W. Cure
Agu
E. Huddle
W. P. Harris
Hurst Stock
J. P. Handerson
J. A. Inby
Fesl. Co
W. T. Cash
M. N. Johnson
George King
J R. Taylor
H. H. Yocum
J. M
Mrs. K
Eb, Ellis
Lawcen G. Kirby
Rolla Miller
E. M. Overbyer
F. A. Kenyon
R. A. ‘Ood
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