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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1886
Page
3
A fragmented advertisement page notes buyers for 20,000 lbs dried blackberries and quotes prices from J W Hunter & Bro. Numerous references show McFarland's Pharmacy sales, Kite's goods, J J Adama pumpkin measures, and local merchants promoting hardware, paints, plows, boots, shoes, and real estate agency services. The item reflects a bustling 19th century market with general stores, farm produce demands, and community notices.
Armica Balve salve advertised as cure all for skin ailments appears in a damaged notice. Thieves entered Mrs Hammer’s boarding house and Mr Switzer’s hotel on the same night, stealing small sums. police report a disturbance in Bristol area. An ad touts pianos and organs by R B H Overman of Bristol, Tennessee with price offers.
Johnson City Reds defeated the Condons 19 to 10 in a game cut short by darkness. Link Houk was struck hard by the visitors and the umpire controversy sparked disputes among players and fans. The Reds’ tour through East Tennessee included a 17 to 13 win at Whitesburg and a 45 to 6 win at Morristown, with a reception planned for the team in Johnson City.
In Johnson City Tennessee Annis advertises watch and clock cleaning for fifty cents each during August to September 1880. Also offers jewelry work, clock repairs, and sale of shingle machines and planers. Nearby Grand Union Hotel advertises affordable rooms near Grand Central Depot in New York City.
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