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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1887
Page
2
A fragment from a 19th century letter discusses Col T I Mate son, General Logan, and possible successors Blaine and Sherman. It notes Logan's death shifts focus to Senator Logan's vacated seat, with Mrs Logan's influence and Democratic plans to back John Baker shaping a lively Washington contest.
A dispatch notes the death of Gen John A Logan Senator from Illinois on December 26 1856 at his residence Calumet Riace Washington DC. It cites rheumatism of the brain as the immediate cause and lauds him as a leading Republican figure admired across the nation for his sincerity and political integrity.
A Tennessee paper predicts a major railroad expansion linking through Johnson City and Cranberry iron country. It foresees West Virginia and Virginia coal nearcranberry ores powering wealth with blast furnaces at Johnson City and new regional growth in Hancock Hawkins Washington and Carter counties.
Secretary Lamar wed Mrs. Holt at her Macon residence in a brief two minute ceremony led by Rev. Wut Park of Sanderville. The couple plans to visit Oxford Miss then Washington, with evening engagements with Governor Gordon after leaving Macon.
A fragmentary 1887 note lists aims to avoid vice during the year, vows to expel Republicans and support Democratic unity, and calls for a resignation from Garlin d. The tone hints at a partisan forecast describing a victorious year for Democrats and a strong year for Mugs Avance.
Murphy's consolidated business directory of New York Boston Philadelphia and Baltimore issued by The John J. Murphy Publishing Co. at 587 Chestnut Street Philadelphia. John T. Murphy president and treasurer, cash capital $20,000. Aimed at merchants and manufacturers engaged with the four great markets. Three dollars per copy.
Pinkerton detectives announce five men captured in the Adams Express cash heist on the St Louis San Francisco line the night of October 25 thirty six miles from St Louis Witrock and Weaver named as principals $40,000 of the $60,000 stolen recovered so far with money traced to Witrock’s mother and his wife at Leavenworth Kansas Express Messenger Fothingham’s involvement not confirmed.
The January issue of Prank Leslie's Popular Monthly features Francia Joseph f and the Austrian Hungary Empire, Greek meets Turk by Osean. yan, Footprints of Washington in 1769 by Mrs. Co. Twe gersoll Gara, and a sketch on Tyan the Terrible. It also promotes Elsa in Elderland and a new novel The Man Outside by Clarence M. Boutelle. Ballou's Magazine January marks its sixty fifth volume with serials, biographies, poetry and family reading features. Prominent works include The Outcast or The Master of Falcon's Eyrie by Mrs Fate G. Austin and Beyond Desolation by Me Wo 1M. Map fanshuet De Nevth in De Gorgon. Continuous advertising for subscriptions and price.
Washington Letter describes President Cleveland hosting a three hour New Year’s reception at the White House despite rheumatic illness. Diplomats and officials, soldiers and civilians crowded the Blue Room as gas-lit halls glowed with flowers and trees. The piece notes Mrs. Cleveland’s presence, remarks by Senator Morrill, and speculation on party balance after General Logan’s death, with property listings from Formale 1Y Barter & Camprese in Johnson City Tennessee following.
An extraordinary employment pitch seeks energetic agents nationwide to sell a patent article with exclusive county rights and strong commissions. Offers thirty day trial with a $1000 target. refunds on unsold goods. Includes paid postage incentives and aggressive outreach to attract capable salespeople.
Cheapest and best magazine for ladies notes its value, large circulation, steel engravings, superior fashion plates, original stories, dress patterns, patterns, and household receipts. Includes annual price, postal notices, and advertising terms with multiple names and locations.
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