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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1893
Page
4
The Comer relocates to the Hoes and Hodge building on Market Street near Ruan Street, marking a storefront shift in the local business district.
Tre Cower sets up a downtown office at Lyle & Co book store beside the post office for ads job orders and subscriptions. Patrons may send copy there and receive prompt service at nation.
An auction or sale notice mentions weekly almanacs and periodicals including the World and Works Almanac and associated items. It lists sources like the Courier Journal Weekly, New York Times Weekly, New York Herald Weekly, New York Sun Weekly, Home Journal, and World Almanac as references. The fragment cites pricing and cataloging details in connection with a publication order.
Calamity bowler rhetoric frames the Wilson Bill as test for Democrats and attacks Republican rivals while candidates campaign. References to John Brabson, alias Bowatan, and others hint at campaign tactics and expectations for tariff action before February.
A reflective note on Christmas passing, noting its slow pace for children and the lingering feeling of weak resolutions. The piece hints that the anticipated administrative pie remains a future prospect for most.
A partisan clash over the McKinley era policy echoes in calls to pass the Wilzon Bill. The speaker condemns Republican efforts to sustain failing industries and the Democratic Party vows not to act as a repository for these problems.
The House judiciary chair doubts passage of any bankruptcy bill this session. Representative Bailey may push a voluntary bankruptcy measure while Representative Oates plans a modified Torrey bill after its prior defeat.
Mr J B Sovereign, head of the Knights of Labor, denounces protective tariffs as a delusion saying labor is not protected and capital enjoys a bonus. Mr Beverriga adds a wage earner perspective, framing the debate on protection and wages.
The Morristown Republican condemns using a soldier’s war record as political leverage. It argues liberty and freedom reward virtue and that Milburn should remain free from what it calls the enslaving influences of the First District constituency. The piece asserts support for Milburn’s freedom to act without political coercion.
An editorial urges passing the Wilson Bill as the sole relief for the Democratic party and the nation. It argues that no other plan can satisfy savior and saved, and condemns members driven by personal interests who obstruct the measure. The piece likens dissent to infidelity and calls for immediate action to avoid delay.
A Courier-Journal reading argues Connecticut and New York tobacco growers seek protection to preserve genuine Havana supplies. The piece warns the privilege of supplying the country with authentic Havana tobacco should not be surrendered without a struggle.
The Indiana Supreme Court ruling in Mary Haggard v Stehlin finds a saloon owner liable for damages caused by its location next to a residence. Observers claim the decision will push saloons from homes to business districts and temperance advocates plan statewide campaigns.
The piece argues that the McKinley era tariff protects capital and harms labor by raising prices and limiting employment. It supports Democratic revision to lower taxes on essentials and expand free raw materials, claiming this benefits the many, boosts domestic manufacturing, and improves workers’ wages and steadier employment. The Wilson bill is praised as democratic and pro labor.
The Greenaville Republican reports Major Carpenter of Knoxville is appointed Pension Agent in Knoxville replacing Capt. Win. The piece notes party disagreements, praises Patterson lineage, and critiques the political shift linked to Andrew Johnson and reconstruction politics. It contrasts loyalty in East Tennessee with Bourbon influence and cites Hoke Smith as part of the broader national scene.
An 19th century advertisement touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the best remedy for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt s d fever sores chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. It promises perfect satisfaction or money refunded and notes a 26 cent box price sold by McFarland & Co Bryans Tabules finish pain.
A literary roundup reviews Whittier era letters, Harper's contributors, and notable authors like Owen Wister and J. Lincoln Steffens. It highlights Harper’s favorable reception, Craddock, Spafford, Jewett, Page, and other writers, plus the December World’s Fair Cosmopolitan reaching 400000 copies and broad readership. The January Forum features David A. Wells on financial panic causes and economic literacy, with additional pieces by Wilson, Keasbey, and Wetherell on tariff, Western sentiment, and American currency.
Local notices celebrate Cy Lyle, editor of the Johnson City Court and editor of the Johnson City Comet, being appointed postmaster at Johnson City for four years. Fraternal congratulations and playful quips greet the news across multiple papers.
Cloudy clipping records an official in Jonuaun and a Tuesday incident near town. It notes a potential roller flouring mill project in Rogers County and broader county development, with multiple plants emerging and employment growth discussed across Newport Weekly and Rogersville Herald.
The Senate Committee on Territories held a meeting to plan preliminary actions for territorial administration bills and the investigation of related issues. Senators Faulkner Blackburn Hill and others discussed admission policy generally with no definite plan for a fight. A subcommittee of White Faulkner and Carrey will review Yellowstone Park measures and reconvene after Christmas.
Denver reports Gov Waite attended the business men's convention and pledged careful review of convention lessons. He urged a special legislative session only if needed, reaffirming support for 16 to 1 silver coinage. Resolutions denied need for an extra session, noting Colorado's recovery from the panic and growth in gold coal and agriculture.
The Moniteur Vinicole reports France’s vineyard crop at about 1.225 billion gallons, up from 650 million last year. The total value exceeds 250 million dollars, the strongest since 1877.
Emile Zola writes to Rugian newspaper directors urging against steps toward a Russo French convention. He argues the move would misalign France with Russia and seeks to halt diplomatic outreach.
Specimen cases report relief from neuralgia rheumatism and stomach issues after treatment with Electric Bitters. Union claims include restored leg sores and general strength gains after Bucklen's Amica Salve and a single bottle of bitters.
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