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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1911
Page
2
A reprint from the Memphis Commercial Appeal extols Confederate sentiment and Gordon’s heroism, arguing material wealth pales beside devotion and honor. It reflects on the Confederacy, the war’s end, and the lingering moral lessons drawn from Gordon and fellow soldiers.
An old Confederate veteran recalls Gordon’s memory and reflects on Civil War struggles. The piece analyzes Confederate resources, leadership, and endurance from Bull Run to Appomattox, noting blockades, manpower shortages, and strategic retreats. It contrasts rail, gold, and ammo scarcity with Lee’s veterans and Sherman’s march toward Atlanta and beyond.
Representative Hans K. Sells from the First Tennessee district visited Bristol on Monday. He said plans for a new Bristol post office had shifted from trivial to likely within a week. He warned the arrangement could be unpleasant and questioned the need for a second office.
A visiting writer describes the State Normal School for East Tennessee at Johnson City. The campus sits near the city center, with nearly finished buildings and a hoped for October opening. The program aims to train teachers with an annual cost around 160 dollars, covering board, books, tuition, and expenses, excluding clothing. Sweetwater and Monroe County show strong local interest, and Monroe County native Prof. Sidney G. Gilbreath is president with other local faculty members aboard.
In a testimonial style note the text claims white corpuscles attack germs but fail when germs multiply. It touts Electric Bitters as a blood purifier regulating stomach liver and kidneys and expelling poisons. A cited reader from Tracy California endorses the product for stronger health.
Mrs Nellie A Dulaney of Washington county files in chancery court for an absolute divorce from Foy W Dulaney who is serving five years for embezzlement. The suit details a troubled marriage from May 151M, Dulaney's elopement to Kingston Jamaica, and alleged infidelity while he faced theft charges. The stenographer named as co respondent is reportedly in Chattanooga.
Miss Maud Oliva Sanders of Piney Wills Tennessee wed William Miller Bowman formerly of Jonesboro at the First Presbyterian church Bristol at noon. Dr J G McFerrin officiated. Guests dined at Hotel Hamilton then the couple traveled to Nashville Denver and Salt Lake City and will reside in Tonopah Nevada after September 12 1911.
A Metropolis Illinois doctor says Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin has impressed him greatly and could reduce patients’ need for a physician. He guarantees results and offers a free sample bottle by sending a request to the Caldwell Building in Monticello, Illinois, noting it is sold by all druggists.
State Organizer F C Bixler of the Loyal Order of Moose opens headquarters in the Hardy building on Main Street and plans a city lodge. He recently completed a lodge at Oakdale with 20 members and helped dedicate a new bungalow home on the Emory river bank built in four months. He expects a lodge here with at least 500 members.
A Monday night concert presented old fashioned songs by the Epworth guild of Mt E Church. Appalachian Male Quartette impressed with four pieces while Mrs B S Ponder and others delivered sweet solos. Mr Manker conducted and readings amused the audience. Refreshments followed in the basement.
Memphis reports Comptroller Frank Dibrell states the Dibrell Taylor state election board will not conduct a general registration in any Tennessee counties. A test case will be filed in Chattanooga after the August 24 registration close to determine if the old board is legally the state election commission. A decision is expected by late September. Dibrell also comments on a coal oil inspector shortage and suggests a state auditor to ensure proper bonding of state officers.
Mrs W E Burkholtz aged 34 died Tuesday after a long tuberculous illness at 2 30 p m She was a member of the Christian church survived by husband two children Herman and Rath one sister Mrs Jax Byrd of Jonesboro and two brothers James and Will Worley Funeral conducted by Rev A A Ferguson of Elizabethton with interment at Oak Hill cemetery
We, E.8. McClain and J. A. Muli, operating as City Transfer Company, announce sale of our business to R. C. Wolford. Creditors must present accounts before August 20, 1911, and all debtors will settle with B. S. McCisin or J. Jet. The notice warns no Episcopal minister will perform a marriage ceremony if not complied with.
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