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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1912
Page
2
The item reports heated political drama in Greeneville and Bullivan with figures such as Gov. John S. Cox and Sam Sells, Massey, and Russian-like rhetoric about democracy and conventions. It notes a chaotic Republican convention, calls for old-time unity, and mentions stomach health ad for Chamberlain's tablets.
The executive committee of the Desi Royene party in Washington County is called to meet at the court house in Jonesboro on Saturday March 2 1912 at 1 p m to adopt a method for selecting candidates provide for delegates to the state convention and handle other business. Walker Baxter Secretaries.
The Johnson City Comet quotes East Tennessee Democrats opposing Gov. Patterson entering the Senate race against Senator Taylor. They say his entry would embarrass friends and the party, urging patience for a future run once party unity and reorganization are achieved. Chattanooga Ti.
Advertises Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a cure for sick headache indigestion constipation and disordered stomach liver or bowels. Claims safety pleasant taste and household use with a guarantee and free sample offer from Pepsin Syrup Co Monticello Illinois. Sold by dealers at two dollars a bottle.
Chairman Beasley of the prison commission rejects Confederate gray claims and says the new inmate uniforms will be a dark gray similar to Missouri type, distinct from federal blue. He denounces the article as chinquapin politics and notes no governor involvement.
An advertisement for Botanic Blood Balm claims to purify impure blood and cure eczema scrofula ulcers and skin diseases. It promises relief from aches and heat, notes a $1 per bottle price, and directs readers to order from Blood Balm Co. Atlanta and local druggists Ward & Friberg Miller's drug store.
The months old son of Mr and Mrs John Crow died Monday morning in Chattanooga of pneumonia fever. The remains were brought to this city Tuesday for interment at the old home at Boones Creek.
Watauga Tenn February 19 notes visitations and health reports as Mrs Jas Won of Bluff City visits daughter Mrs BN Edwards. Romvel Wright moves to Piney Flats. Rev W J Fogleman preaches at Methodist church. Edgar Robertson and family visit parents. John F Grishan from Regal Manufacturing Co Knoxville visits. Mrs Nancy Gibson convalesces with brother David Hinkle nearby. Delegates return from Greeneville convention exhausted. Rev Keplinger of Milligan to begin protracted meeting second Sunday of March. D K Taylor travels for Highland Panty Factory Milkwabhton after coal-field trip to Harlan Jenkins and Breathitt counties.
East Tennessee Farmers Institute program lists Welcome address and sessions on kidney health and animal diseases, tomato and corn clubs, home economics, and cooperative work. Speakers include H D Tate, C F Stripling, Prof G M Bentley, Dr G B White, Miss Virginia Moore, Miss Pearl W Kelley, and Col T H Thackston with demonstrations on home-made conveniences and farm education activities.
An advert promises a Texas Wonder remedy that supposedly cures kidney and bladder issues in men and women, regulates bladder troubles in children, and ships by mail if not sold locally. It claims two months per bottle and asks readers to request testimonials from Dr. B. Wigty of St Louis Missouri.
Ridgely Jones from Oklahoma, employed by Cleveland Trinidad Paving Co., was stabbed to death on a street after an argument over a pool game. Zink Gardner and his brother allegedly attacked Jones as he fled, pursuing him to Market Street where he collapsed and died minutes later. Gardner brothers fled and are not yet captured. Jones was reportedly worth about $40,000. remains sent to Oklahoma.
Miller of Mowenqua Illinois says the remedy cures stomach trouble indigestion and constipation. He notes the syrup is pleasant to taste and guarantees results. It is sold by druggists at one dollar a bottle, manufactured by the Pepsin Syrup Co. 119 Caldwell Building Monticello Illinois.
The text notes centennials and semi centennials in 1912, including the 1812 war declaration, Ghent peace treaty and Civil War battles. It highlights commemorations planned in the United States the United Kingdom and Canada for the hundred years of peace and the civil war milestones arriving in 1912.
City Drug Store touts Zemo treatment for irritated inflamed and itching skin and scalp. One bath with Zemo Soap and one application of Zemo urged as the swift cure proven in every city and town. Johnson City City Drug Co P L Grogary Pharmacist sells Zemo products.
Col. A. B. Bowman who chaired the Republican convention at Greeneville was struck on the head with a gavel last Saturday. He has been confined to a room since the wound and nervous shock keep him from rest, though friends hope he will soon be well enough to leave.
A Johnson City Development Co project on West Main Street offers a desirable residence section with graded streets and cement sidewalks. The lot backs onto a scenic valley with view toward the Blue Ridge, and the company plans water to every lot, maple trees at each corner, and a no interest payment plan with a down payment. Several homes are under construction and more will start as weather permits.
W Evane of Danville Indiana credits two years of left side distress to indigestion and says Dr. King s New Life Pill cured him. The ad touts the pill as best for liver and kidney troubles constipation headache and debility and cites H H Millers as a source.
Reliable woman sought for permanent position at acceptable wages. House provided for a family. Apply at once to Cyell Lyle.
Notice to creditors of A Slaughter of Johnson City Washington County Tennessee bankrupt. Adjudicated February 14 1912 first meeting of creditors at Interstate Building Bristol Tennessee March 7 1912 4 AM for claims proof appointment of trustees examination of bankrupt and other business. Referee J H Shelton.
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