Ben Hur in Knoxville Three Night Run Jan 6 7 8
Local theatre announces Ben Hur at Staub's Theatre Knoxville Jan 6 7 8 with a special matinee Jan 8. Scenes of sea battles and desert exodus are highlighted, with a 100-voice Hosannas chorus and a white light effect signaling the Master. Mail orders begin Jan 2. ticket prices 50c to $2. manager contact in Knoxville Tenn. Also health note for digestion with Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin.
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Knoxville
Palma
Ben Hur
Iras
Mount Olivet
Daphne
Staub
Rabbit Hunt Gone Wrong Ends In Misidentification
A day off with friends turns comic as Mr. Givens shoots a large rabbit after chasing it through a tale of old memories. He misstates the kill to his wife but the incident is later amicably resolved.
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W. T. Givens
Mr. Givens
Billy
Governor and officials to attend Hamilton County High School dedication
Governor Patterson and Superintendent R L Jones will travel to Chattanooga January 8 for the dedication of Hamilton County High School described as among the finest in the state. They will participate in the exercises and likely deliver addresses. The Governor is also invited to Knoxville for Jackson Day.
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State
Nashville
Executive Mansion
John Thompson
Patterson
Thompson Country Home
Woodstock
Coyera
Nashville American
Dooley lampoons Congress in 500 room Washington palace
The piece mocks government spending on a 500 room congressional facility in Washington. It imagines luxurious baths, mahogany and pearl inlays, a specialized bath procedure, a touchtone spectacle for weary lawmakers, and a “pauper” desk gadget, all in sharp satirical tone. It contrasts with calls for a primary and notes local social events in Nashville.
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Mr. Dooley
Washington
Hogan Calla
Bettbur
Ivry
Cy Lumley
Cure for Misery Tonic Sold at Local Drag Store
R M James of Lowellen proclaims Electric Bitters as a cure for malaria poison misery. The 500 bottle tonic promises quick relief from chills biliary illness and fits purporting to purify blood and aid stomach liver and kidney troubles. Sold under guarantee at H C Miller's drag store.
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R. M. James
Lowellen
H. C. Miller
Chautauqua Draws Crowd and Steam Merry-Go-Round
In a Georgia town of about six thousand, residents hosted a Chautauqua in a large tent near the grounds. A traveling circusy man arrived with a steam merry-go-round, placed midway between town and the event, drawing big crowds from day one. A country youth spoke of the ride, exclaiming it was “Fine ez fiddle” after nine laps.
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Georgia
Ezzy
Lahore
Lippincott's
Georgia politics and the South's mounting Power bids
In Uncle Remus Magazine, Joel Chandler Harris quotes Mr Billy Bandera of Shady Dale arguing politics shapes status and survival. He says Southerners must back campaigns with money to influence Congress and federal judges, arguing the South now values leadership and economic leverage over past norms.
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Billy Bandera
Shady Dale
South
Congresses
Joel Chandler Harris
Uncle Remus Magazine
Government boulevard eyed from Nashville to Hermitage route
Senator Taylor and Congressman Gaines work with Nashville interests to win government funding for a fifty foot boulevard along a thirty mile triangle from Nashville to the National Cemetery and Hermitage with two Cumberland River crossings. The project, proposed by Col. Goodlett, would require land owner easements and federal action if Congress approves.
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R. L. Taylor
John W. Gaines
Nashville
Nations
Cumberland River
Hermitage
Andrew Jackson
Lebanon Road
Col. A. ©. Goodlett
Taylor
Gaines
Nashville Board of Trade
Congress
Tennessee
National Cemetery
Arbuckles ARIOSA Coffee Ad Claims Health and Value
An advertisement touts Arbuckles ARIOSA Coffee as complying with the National Pure Food Law and guarantees. It markets the blend as economical and superior to all other packaged coffees, claiming strong health and vigor benefits and urging consumers to buy sealed packaged coffee only. It notes the long history of packaged sales and provides a mail address for ARBUCKLE BROS. New York City.
Primary date set for First District congressional race
Gen. J. R. Penland reports from Jonesboro that the Republican congressional committee of the First district ordered a primary for February 15 with candidate qualification due by February 1. If only one qualified candidate exists by February 6 the primary is off and the single candidate becomes nominee. If more than one runs, a canvass on February 25 will declare results and reorganize the committee. Delegates will be chosen February 26 at Greeneville for the national convention.
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Gev
J. R. Penland
Jonesboro
Republican Congressional Committee
Fitat
Gen. Penland
T. M. Lindsay
Sevier County
Jonesboro Inn
Seyier
Unicoi
Cooke
W. H. Peuland
Cooke County
H. Boyer
Pau B. Divine
Newport
Congress
Greeneville
Chicago
Congressional Committee
Penland
Brownlow
Johnson City
Knoxville Journal and Tribune
Chamber's Cough Remedy Promoted as Safe for Children
An advertisement touts Chamber's Cough Remedy as a safe state medicine for children addressing coughs colds croup and whooping cough It claims relief is certain and early use can prevent attacks It asserts no opium or harmful drugs are present and is suitable for babies and adults Sold by H O Lor.
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H. O
Lor
H.O. Miller's
United Brethren Church to Welcome New Pastor
The United Brethren Church announces a new pastor will arrive soon to lead worship at the parsonage. Church improvements have created a larger, better space and activities are ready, with Bishop Carter visiting and preaching. Regular services will proceed next Sunday with all departments ready.
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United Brethren Church
Conference and Board of Trastees
Bovisty
Young People's Society
Carter
U. B. Church
Simple home remedy for kidney trouble touted by authority
An eminent authority from a New York daily newspaper endorses a homemade kidney remedy. The formula uses Fluid Extract Bandelion, Compound Kargon, and Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla with dosing after meals and at night. The promoter claims it relieves back pain, frequent urination, and other symptoms by boosting kidney filtration.
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New York
Bright
25th Anniversary World Almanac 1908 Edition
The 25th anniversary World Almanac promises a 1000 page reference with ten thousand facts and a 26 year resume of events. It claims accuracy across topics for all readers and offers a 50 percent larger size at the same price. Available now from the Press Publishing Company in New York.
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Benjamin Franklin
Ite
Press Publishing Company
Politzer Bldg
New York City
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