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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1898
Page
2
An opinion piece surveys wartime leadership and politics. It critiques Dewey's influence on McKinley, mocks office seeking, notes a Tennessee colored justice, and laments officer privates dynamics and disease in the volunteer army. It calls for decisive action, reform, and smarter use of military personnel.
Chattanooga News and Nashville American note Brownlow’s forceful control of the Republican convention, praising his decisive leadership and ferocity in quelling factions. They highlight his effective guidance, the backing of Senator Hanna, and the perception of his rising prominence in party politics.
President McKinley is nearing a decision on the Philippine policy and may instruct Peace Commissioners to accept Luzon terms only. The White House seeks a US plan for peace duties while Cuba and Puerto Rico face evacuation details. Manila stability concerns grow, Merritt is told to keep force, and ships adjust for relief and transfer duties.
A letter extols Rat Cheese as a rapid solution to a rodent problem after wintering a hotel. The writer reports rats and bedclothes damaged, then praises the product for eliminating rats quickly, urging readers to order by express. Also includes an advertisement for Allen's Foot Powder and related items with a sales pitch and address.
Buyer testimonials from Mr. T. BE. Miller of Grand Prairie Texas and Mr. John Harting of Cincinnati Ohio report relief from chronic diarrhea and catarrh after using Peruna. Edward Wormack of Ledbetter Texas and John Adgar ton of Altoona Pennsylvania also attest cures and recommend Peruna for bowel trouble and dysentery.
Obituary notices report Mr. White Dine and Mrs. N. Edens death after short illnesses. A Johnson City engineer, J. Harvey, recalls a near-fatal incident with Capt. Me Laughlin on a Southern Railway run. The piece includes a long Uncle Charlie railroad tale and a plug for the Nashville Chattanooga and St Louis line.
Three members of Tennessee Populist State Executive Committee resign on August 18 and pledge support for Benton McMillin for Governor. They cite disintegration of the party and confidence in McMillin for reform. Resignations accepted. McDowell explains party splits.
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