Rank and File in Revolt in Tennessee Republicans
Special to The Comet from Nashville Tennessee February 11 reports growing agitation over Sanders and Sells leadership. Senator Houk and Davis challenge control, pursuing a reorganization with new leadership and a pledge to support any Republican selected by Sanders Sells faction. Resulting divisions threaten party unity and possible realignment as accusations of elitism and favoritism surface.
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Pitcher Flowers 15 Grabb ed by Soldiers
Chattanooga Feb 13 Pitcher Flowers who has been let out by Chattanooga to the Johnson City Soldiers is expected to burn up the Southeastern League He is very high class for that circuit and but for the fact that Manager Smith had so many bears on his staff would have been given a good try out for the Lookout team Flowers was traded by Atlanta to the locals for Right fielder McLaurin and Johnson City is mighty fortunate in grabbing him But for Flowers tendency to hold out he would already have signed with the Lookouts He demanded a salary around 300 a month even more than Rube Benton will get and Manager Smith thought it best to let him go without arguing with him
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Monument to Brownlow movement launches in Tennessee
The First district in Tennessee begins a drive to raise funds for a monumental tribute to the late Congressman Brownlow. Supporters tout his long service, regional benefits, and loyal following while noting political tact and controversy as part of his career. The Chattanooga Times notes the plan aims to honor his contributions with a handsome memorial.
License holders in Knoxville
Knoxville February 13 Those who hold Federal license to sell whiskey in Knoxville is less than forty in number said R A Mynart attorney general of Knox county and when the March term of the criminal court met those forty will explain to the jury what they are doing with the licenses Some time ago many of the holders of the soft drink licenses surrendered their licenses to Gen Mynatt He has a revised list and will go after them in good shape in the March term of court
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Texas Battleship to Be Used as Target in Fleet Test
Norfolk, Va. Feb 18 The battleship Texas will be used as a target for the fleet as if preparing for a real engagement. No equipment will be removed and engines and guns stay in place. Mannequins with gauges may be added to measure shell pressure effects. The test likely starts around March 16.
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Union Of The Two Methodist Churches Sermon Overview
The Rev S B Vaught at Munsey Memorial Church in Johnson City TN on February 12 1911 discussed the Union of the Two Methodist Churches. He outlined Wesleyan standards for Methodists and traced American Methodism from its 18th century revival roots to its expansion across the United States and the 1830 schism leading to the Methodist Protestant church. He noted border region interest and the Chattanooga meeting May 17.
Evolution of Methodism Splits and Distinct Groups
The church forged a new ecclesiastical economy evolving into Episcopal Methodism by 1800 and now faces division among 17 organizations with about 10 million members. The Wesleyan movement emerged in 1842 over slavery, Canada saw two churches unify later, and the African Methodist Episcopal church formed in 1816, now with eight divisions and 1,678,228 members.
Church Built in Dy Will Seat 400 People
Hiristol Feb 14 A vacant lot was transformed into a commodious church with seating for 400. The Central Christian church congregation gathered for the construction day and by nightfall the new edifice was completed. A reception followed in the building last night.
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Threat Against a Member Sparks House Resolution
Nashville Pel 14 reports Representative Swann offered a resolution to form a five member committee to investigate a threat against a house member who allegedly said he would not leave town alive if the Nashville Charter amendment failed. The target is believed to be Abe Cohan of Memphis. The resolution was tabled. A Valentine party occurred at the Carlisle Hotel Tuesday evening.
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Governor vetoes jail fees bill in Tennessee
Nashville reports Governor Hooper vetoes assembly bill to raise jailers daily fees. He cites moral and economic harms in jails, arguing sheriff pay per prisoner encourages crowding and abuse, with widespread concerns across counties over frivolous detentions to gain fees.
Arrest in Office Burglary at Dr Prens of East Main Street
Last night about ten, a burglar broke into Dr J He Prens's office at 241 East Main Street stealing instruments, money, a pistol, and medicines. The thief fled via a rear door, was tracked by officers Smalling Fogleman Wilson and Netherly, and captured near City Transfer Co. skeleton keys found on him. He claimed the name Jones, likely fictitious, and faces a morning hearing.
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Treasurers Elect to Take Oath of Office
Nashville February 15. Thomas Taylor Republican treasurer elect will assume duties February 16 the date the incumbent was sworn in ten years ago He has arranged a 600 bond and will take the oath early next week not later than Thursday Mr Volk term expires and his begins Taylor left Nashville overnight for Union City Biay from Gray's Mallon Tuesday
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