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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1888
Page
1
A periodical extols the microscope for diagnosing kidney derangements and Bright's disease, noting its role in detecting tumors and guiding treatment. It praises Warner's Safe Cure as a key remedy, discusses concerns about formula secrecy, and asserts its ministerial reputation in kidney medicine.
In the Senate, discussions span a world’s fair plan for 1892 and a permanent Washington area expo. Reactions to Mr Voorhees, Mr Sherman, and Mr Chamberlain are noted, with upcoming nominations by the President including Hogg for Mexico and Stoskdager for Land Office. Also covered are committee appointments and recent political maneuvering in the capital.
A delegation of Three O's railroad executives toured Augusta to assess manufacturing and commercial potential for a possible Augusta branch line. The visitors, including Gen Wilder of Chattanooga and other senior officers, traveled by special car after inspecting the city and Plankster Haven renovation, amid broad local support for the project.
Wonderful Cures, W D Hoyt Co advertise Dr King s New Discovery and Electro Bitters with Bucklen s Arnica Salve promising universal satisfaction. They claim cures for consumption and other diseases after several success stories in Rome Ga. J B McFerrin s Drug Store sells these remedies. Jigge M Bonair remark notes Jigge and Critzman Jeweler offer sewing machines.
The remedy Syran of Fig en promises pleasant taste and beneficial effects, claiming to cleanse the system and cure costiveness. Available at McFarland's City Drug Store.
The Tipton Record notes many candidates for the Democratic nomination for governor of Tennessee. Guy Taylor is a leading figure, with T. M. McConnell of Chattanooga and others like Allison, Benton McMillan, and J D Atkins mentioned as potential contenders. Bob Taylor is viewed as having a strong claim, with a customary courtesy to the incumbent for a second term.
A Springfield Republican report describes four new Brightwood shops built cars for the Charleston Cincinnati and Chicago Railroad. The luxury coaches feature aluminum paint, turtle back roof, white ventilation funnels, ornate ceilings, old gold plush upholstery, marble washrooms, and advanced ventilation. Cars will join the southern division soon. Also notes Boston ads about bond interest payments and a Lancaster fertilizer buying advisory tied to expected local rail freight changes.
An old time ad touts Syrup of Figs as nature's own remedy to cleanse the system and relieve biliousness indigestion and feverish symptoms, claiming it cures constipation piles and related ailments. Manufactured by the California Fig Syrup Company, San Francisco, with sale at McFarland's City Drag Store.
The Manchester Mirror rep prints a playful brief on Joe Manley Blaine's lieutenant, praising his goodwill and honesty while lampooning his bluster and prophetic airs. The piece recalls past days and shows fond, if biased, memory of his sayings.
A humor piece lists quips about John L Sullivan and other figures, noting line excerpts from various papers. It references boxing fame, gate receipts, and playful misprints, reflecting early 20th century newspaper humor. The snippet names Sullivan, Ashton, and a miscellany of satirical lines from multiple sources.
The New York Herald notes Senator Don Cameron’s push to register foreign built steamships as U S ships under the International Navigation Company. The proposal would grant duty free entry at Philadelphia for sixteen first class vessels, tied to the Pennsylvania Railroad. The piece praises Cameron as a leading statesman and suggests the bill benefits the involved corporations and port interests.
The article shows unexpected Republican dissent over Blaine with several anti Blaine voices citing Irish Democratic shifts and doubts about his 1884 gains. It notes reaction among anti Blaine Republicans and hints at anxiety within the Tribune over party unity.
A large Indiana Democratic gathering was held at Ma sonic Hall with 1500 to 1600 attendees. Governor Gray was elected permanent chairman and resolutions endorsed Cleveland’s administration and Gray as a vice presidential candidate. Ex Senator McDonald spoke on tariff reform and tobacco tax.
A poetic essay critiques Blaine as a false friend to workers while debating tariff and price issues. It contrasts Cleveland’s Democratic stance for cheap clothing with Blaine’s alleged reluctance to lower costs, framing labor woes and monopolistic resistance. The piece weaves satire with political commentary on wages, clothing costs, and economic policy.
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