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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1894
Page
2
A vivid poem praises a Jersey cow, detailing its graceful form and superior milk. It extols butter and cream quality from York to Timbuctoo, claiming the Jersey breed brings prosperity to the farmer and dissolves prejudice through its proven yields.
In Cumberland County James Clayton fought off robbers who gagged and tortured him to reveal hidden money. The attackers burned his feet and forced a confession before escaping on three of Clayton’s horses with $1,800. Clayton’s condition is grave as authorities warn he may die.
An ad warns against mercury in catarrh remedies and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co Toledo. The Progress reports Hon John K Shields will resign as Chancellor for the 12th division in February and endorse P G Fulkerson for appointment by Gov Turney, with potential August candidacy if selected.
Mippresserotin Kentucky February 18 Dr Will Nolin a leading physician and ally of the Howard faction has been indicted by the grand jury over a Tuesday attack connected to Will Turner and Will Howard. Trial set for Monday February with high tension in Harlan and Bell counties as old feud feelings flare.
Miss Sarah Buzzard of Warsaw sues Dr. Peter Minnich for 10000 damages alleging a medical mishap caused lasting injury to her leg and life impairment. The suit claims negligent treatment and seeks compensation for permanent harm and future medical costs.
An 820 page illustrated survey feature from the Knoxville Tribune offers readers a panoramic tour around the world with insights on nations and cultures. The ad touts low prices at fifteen cents per hit and details how to obtain the guide by mail, promising broad information and entertainment while urging readers to order promptly.
The Wisconsin Central proclaims its unqualified endowment of all lines as the root popular route between Utica
James Kane of La Rue Os 4 describes a creeping paralysis that left him powerless in arms legs and stomach with no relief from doctors. After using Dr Miles Restorative Nervine he recovers fully and gains weight. Four others were helped by the remedy sold by Angel Sta Onovo RUARANTE and Dr Ailos Medical Co Elkhart Ind, price $1 per bottle, six bottles prepaid weekly.
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