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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1910
Page
1
A levee rupture in France leaves thousands homeless as floodwaters surge through towns. Rescue teams race to evacuate residents while authorities assess damage to homes and infrastructure. Local officials urge caution and remind residents of ongoing shelter provisions and relief efforts.
A Loire river levee broke near Eantes, flooding three hundred farms and forcing inhabitants to higher ground. Thousands of animals drowned, with the wider flood situation described as terrible in several other parts of France.
A Bog Fon correspondent reports on Mary L. Chase of Everett, on her 100th birthday, noting disdain for hobble skirts and recalling hoop skirts. She jokes about running from a mad dog and prefers hoop skirts unless men fear renewed fashion.
Mr Joseph Murphy of 1726 West Market Street Anapolis Ind suffers severe storm ache and related stomach and bowel trouble. An advertisement touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a guaranteed remedy for constipation indigestion and liver disorders with a free trial bottle offer and sales at one dollar per bottle from the Caldwell Building Monticello Ill and local dealers.
The White Lumber Company moved its general offices from Butler, Tennessee, to the Burrow Building on Main Street, with Mr. White in charge.
Mrs Alice Northup of Quincy Ti reports relief from stomach bowel and liver troubles using Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin. She praises its effectiveness for herself and family and offers a free sample by writing to Pepsin Syrup Co Monticello Al. Sold by all dealers at 50 cents a bottle.
A Denver woman left a note for a grocer stationery shop mailer reading All out Don’t leave any thing. On returning home she found the house ransacked and belongings stolen. A reply card apologized Thank s, we haven’t feft much.
Nashville dispatch reports corrected official totals for the governor race showing Hooper ahead of Taylor by 12 325 with Clarborne County included. The text notes a misprint earlier and confirms the final margin as shown in the latest figures. A stray sentence mentions Chamberlain's Cough Remedy during influenza epidemics with unclear context.
The 1910 census alters county populations affecting local laws tied to population thresholds. As Washington county grows and Bedford shifts in, laws governing bonds schools roads and civil districts may apply to different areas. The Dortch law, once civil districts of 2500 and towns of 750 in large counties, will see changes under the new census.
The Comet partners with the Salvation Army to fund substantial Christmas dinners for the poor. Send checks to The Comet or Salvation Army, aiding baskets for 80 needy homes and ongoing welfare work. Capt Coy oversees distribution after verification of recipients.
Census figures across several states indicate a growing migration from rural counties to urban centers. Tennessee counties Shelby Davidson Knox and Hamilton show gains alongside declines in numerous smaller counties. roads alone cannot halt this trend, and a broader county development strategy is urged. Also includes an advertisement offering a $100 reward and promoting Hall’s Catarrh Cure with testimonials.
Columnus Ohio December 1 George J Macklin saloonkeeper awarded 1500 by common pleas court against Chief Carter and six patrolmen for wrecking his saloon during a February 27 raid He sought 10000 and was recently acquitted on the saloon ordinance charge The raiders failed to find evidence of illegal liquor sale against him
The City Drug Co promotes Zemo and Zemo soap, offering a money back guarantee if customers are not satisfied. The ad claims the treatment eases eczema pimples dandruff and skin eruptions for all ages and urges readers to visit the store for bottles and soap.
The Commercial club announces a fundraising and membership drive to Dec 12. Fees drop from twelve to six dollars annually, urging each member to recruit others to strengthen the organization and aid city growth. Leaders pledge public outreach and a greater Johnson City through unity and shared benefit.
A northbound Carolina Clinchfield and Ohio freight wrecked just north of Clinch Virginia at 3 45 on Saturday after a 15 ton boulder blocked the track. Four coal cars derailed and five others, with two Mallet engines, plunged down Clinch Mountain. Four men died including engineer W T Smith and fireman RK Showalter. Injuries included J S Walker and M C Vance. The dead and injured were transported to Kingsport for burial and care.
Washington December 2 Former Representative South Tremble of Kentucky is courting Tennessee members to back his bid for clerk of the House in the Sixty-second Congress. Representative Livingston of Georgia also seeks the post but faces opposition over his record on rules with a faction of Democrats backing Speaker Cannon. Tennessee members await word from former Congressman John W Gaines who has been mentioned but not yet declared.
Mrs Fenbee of Cumberland Furnace Tennessee claims seventeen years of stomach trouble ended after using De Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin. She asserts it cured indigestion constipation heartburn and flatulence and offers a free sample from Pepsin Area Co Monticello Illinois with bottles priced at 50 cents and one dollar at druggists.
City council orders street lights at Locust and Southwest, Kim and Fairview, Montgomery and Watauga corners. Advertisement lists a $30 monthly salary and expenses for men with rig. Poultry Remedies ad appears with unclear details and a company name.
President Taft announced at the White House that Senator Elihu Root of New York is appointed permanent arbitrator representing the United States at The Hague tribunal, succeeding the late Chief Justice Fuller. The decision marks the continued American representation in the international court.
A compact testimonial style advertisement asserts Bucklen's Arnica Salve relieves frostbite related ailments and treats burns boils piles cuts sores eczema and sprains. It claims the product is the greatest healer and promotes purchase at Hl. P. Miller's.
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