11 Feb 1915
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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1915
Page
1
A brief record notes support for allocating a residence to a Confederate beneficiary. The item records a stance taken by a local group advocating housing aid and outlines the community reaction and logistical considerations raised during the discussion.
A fragmented poem fragment notes a dog with a powerful scent and a horse guiding in darkness. It hints at loyalty to a master and companionship beyond ordinary beings, closing with a farewell to death.
Cheatham bivouac advocates using the Johnson City Federal Soldiers' Home for ex Confederates and their widows. They urge Congress to pass the Works bill with amendment to admit Confederate soldiers and widows, urging other bivouacs to support. The item includes verses on war and a closing note from U.S. Fish.
Knoxville Tenn February 4 a cablegram from Dr Len G Broughton famed Baptist evangelist announces his acceptance of the pastorate at the First Baptist church Knoxville He resigned yesterday as pastor of Grace Church in London due to ill health after three years there He preferred returning south hoping to restore his health and is expected to arrive in Knoxville about April
The Southern Hillroads rail commission issued a revision order pushing freight rates higher, provoking protests from the railway company and customers. Officials cited inflation, operating costs, and policy adjustments as reasons for the new schedule while promising continued oversight.
Albania Ga Feb 4 The Interstate Commerce Commission orders a general revision of Southeastern freight rates under the long and short haul clause. Presidents Kenly W Burnham Smith Harahan and Harrison say the South gains no overall five percent rise, but must adjust to conform with the law while preserving carrier revenue and avoiding undue discrimination.
Senator John K Shields of Tennessee writes from Bristol dated February 3 explaining his stance on the Elkins bill. He says the measure adds a remedy to remove faithful officers and prevents arbitrary power, arguing it targets corruption while protecting innocent officials from frivolous or malicious cases.
Authorities report thousands of dollars lost due to short weights and measures practices in the state. Officials urge merchants to ensure accurate scales and labeling, warning of penalties for violations as inspections continue.
Nashville dispatch details Lucius P. Bront report to Gov. Rye on the 1914 weight and measures law, noting inspections across 2989 establishments, 61.3 percent showing illegal conditions, and up to 83.7 percent of linear measures and 75 percent of liquid measures illegal. Titcomb conducted 2342 inspections, urging central selection of sealers, end of fees, and state oversight to curb consumer losses.
Passenger train No 6 derailed after colliding with a cement car at the Kingsport yard. Engineer William Fulton and Brakeman Harry Stallard were badly hurt. both taken to Johnson City hospital. Switch left open, likely by yard crew. passengers unharmed.
The final spike was driven completing the northern extension of the C and C railway line. Work progressed under the direction of company officials with a ceremony marking the milestone and anticipated increased rail traffic and regional connectivity.
The Carolina Clinchfield and Ohio railway extends forty miles from Dante, Virginia to Alkorn City, Kentucky via a rugged mountain route with tunnels and high trestles. The longest tunnel nears 9,000 feet cut through solid rock. completion includes a final spike ceremony this week. Mark W. Potter presides as the line gains Ohio lake-region access and vast coal-carrying capacity.
George B Boren of Bristol Tennessee will retire March 1 from the office of the attorney general in Washington after more than ten years of service. Appointed in November 1901, he earned praise from colleagues for diligence and public-spirited practice before the Court of Claims. He plans to return to Bristol to resume law practice. The notice notes the administration’s reshuffle and Boren’s respected record.
Nashville officials failed to open a public hearing on the proposed public postsegiment act this morning. It was expected that Nashville officials would oppose exemptions for school and charity properties used for other purposes.
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