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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1886
Page
1
Florida suffered crop losses from a freeze while national figures and events dominated headlines. Mentioned are ex presidents Arthur and Cleveland, Tammany leadership, naval and railway issues, court and political notes, and a tribute to Thomas A Hendricks with reflection on his public service and faith.
Fragmentary text cites Oliver P. Sortan and Thom A. Hendricks as figures praised by Litinna’s people for their intense partisan beliefs and steadfast adherence. The passage notes a milk analogy about longevity, reflecting antique political language.
The Manufacturer's Record notes the Cranberry mine expects 600 tons per day this year. Gen Imboden states the ore is iron rich and phosphorus free, suitable to mix with hematite in furnaces to improve iron production and furnace efficiency. Other beds in Mitchell and neighboring counties are claimed to be as good.
Deputy Marshals moved five convicts under guard toward Chester after a session of the United States circuit court. Cal AOS Miriner received five years for embezzling funds while postmaster at Careyville. Mindy Hancock County drew nine years for distilling and violating revenue laws. John Vance of the city got five years for passing raised counterfeit money. Doris Dirt and John Cox, both colored, received two years each for breaking into and robbing peatuffies at Ta bor's.
Attorney General replies to Senate demand for papers on the Southern District of Alabama. He notes some records on the suspension of George M. Dustin are in executive custody and that others have already been sent to the Judicial Committee. The tone is formal and administrative, with a brief aside about a secondary dramatic anecdote.
Washington reports Capt. Crawford killed by Mexican forces during an 11th instant clash beyond the border while Geronimo and renegade Apaches discuss surrender. Crook expects Geronimo to meet on the border by February 4 with 22 hostages. Crawford died January 18 after seven days of combat.
The piece argues the Senate has maneuvered to challenge the President on removals but stalls, avoiding direct confrontation. It contends the President will defend constitutional prerogatives and insist on dealing with inquiries through central authority, not subordinate departments, warning the Senate must request reasons directly from the President.
An ad offers 80 to 90 day field corn with ears 12 to 16 inches long and large grains. W P Rust of Springfield Ohio seeks testers from other climates and will send sample depots with 25 cents for postage. Also a narrative about Bulside and a grandson selling assets, with a critical remark on honesty.
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