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Newspaper

Comet

Location

Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1911

Page

4

Redistricting State Proposed by Houk in Senate Session

Nashville notes the Senate and House in session with Rep Dixon taking the Haywood oath. Houk introduced a redistricting resolution based on the 1910 census, creating a nine member committee to report within thirty days on congressional, judicial, legislative districts, while ensuring compactness and minimal population variation.

Nashville House of Representatives House Dixon Haywood Houk Senate County Commission Act Committee On Privileges and Elections Fayette Henry Lincoln Robertson Sumner Capitol Hill Messrs Bacon and Matthews Capitol Hicks Cox Quenichet Shelby Shelby County

Stamp appropriation questioned in Nashville Banner letter

A Nashville editor criticizes the Burbage resolution granting each member 25 for postage stamps as graft of modern style. The piece traces past limits from five dollars to ten and questions the unused balance of a 3300 stamp fund, urging scrutiny of legislative expenses.

Nashville Banner Burbage Principade General Assembly Hallirax

Cardul praised in Argyle letter for women’s health

An Argyle Michigan letter from Mrs. Wa H Carson says Cardul eased severe womanly pains and a life threatening illness. The tonic is promoted as a general women’s tonic to improve appetite and strengthen the constitution with testimonials of relief.

Argyle Mich Wa. H. Carson Cardul

Philadelphia couple found unconscious amid gas leaks

John Ernest and his wife Lillie were found unconscious in their north Philadelphia bedroom with gas escaping from open burners. They are hospitalized and said to be dying. A quarrel preceded the tragedy, which remains a mystery to physicians and authorities.

Philadelpha John Ernest Lillie

Memphian C J Simon Benefits From Pepsin Syrup

A Memphis Tennessee man C J Simon reports relief from chronic constipation after using Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin. The advertisement claims permanent cure and offers a free sample bottle via Pepsin Syrup Co. at Monticello Illinois, with sales by all dealers at one dollar per bottle.

C. J. Simon Memphis Tenn Dr.Caldwell Pepsin Syrup Co Caldwell Bidg Monticello Ill

Welch Fire Destroys Town Center In Narrow Flames

Bluefield West Virginia January 12 Fire started in a saloon early today wiped out two blocks forming Welch's main district with property losses likely over 200000. The blaze left Welch nearly empty of buildings and prompted urgent relief efforts.

Welch Bluefield W. Va

Chancery Sale of Johnson City Land to Satisfy Back Taxes

In obedience to a Johnson City Tennessee chancery decree the city will sell January 24, 1911 at 10 am before the courthouse door on Spring Street the listed Carnegie and West Park additions lots to satisfy 1908 and later taxes. Sale on six months credit with interest from sale and a lien held, notes with security required, no equity of redemption. Clerk and Master J. W. Cass signs.

Chancery Court Johnson City Tennessee H. L. Appleton Court House Spring Street Washington County Armstrong, Cator & Co Carnegie Cary To. M. A. Bramley Lee Calloway West Park Lew Cannon Crandall A.B. Carhart Mra M. A. Carrington Walter Cole M. A. Donaldson High Dulaney & Gardner West End H. M. Earnest E. Ca J. W. Cass Salis

Cardul touted by Mary Freeman in Kentucky notice

Mrs Mary Freeman of Paint Lick Kentucky reports relief from severe womanly trouble after using Cardul claiming it strengthened her and eased back pains. The ad promotes Cardual as a gentle herb remedy effective for headaches and similar ailments and urges others not to fear trying it.

Mary Freeman Cardul Cardus

Thousands of pension records destroyed in DC fire

A fire at the U S Pension Bureau in Washington this morning destroyed thousands of pension case records and documents. The blaze started in the pension agency office and the cause remains unknown pending investigation.

Washington United States Pension Agency Pension Bureau

Beell Evans Bout Finally Booked at Staub's Theater

Fred Beell will wrestle Walt Evans at Staub's theater on January 23 in Knoxville. The Mandino Zbyszko bout was postponed at Zbyszko’s request to a later date. Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets are advertised as a gentle purgative that boosts energy and mood.

Knoxville Fred Beell Walt Evans Staub’s Mandino Zbyszko Pole Chamberlain Rey Ers

Bates Bill Supports Peary Thanks in House Subcommittee

The House Subcommittee on Naval Affairs approved a Bates bill thanking Capt. Robert E. Peary, proposing to retire him with the rank of rear admiral and award a reward for his popular Arctic achievements. The measure advances toward congressional action.

Washington Congress Robert E. Peary House Subcommittee On Naval Affairs

Cardul Lauded by Clyde Woman in Clyde Adv

Clyde Kentucky Mia J Decker writes from Clyde praising Cardul the woman’s tonic. She says five years of illness left her bedridden and unable to work but after taking Cardul she recovered and can now do her own work. She urges other women to get a bottle from their druggist.

Clyde J. A. Decker

Cardui Promoted By Rockford Woman For Wellness

Mrs M C Paschal of Rockford Alabama describes relief from nervous prostration headaches and smothering spells after using Cardui. She urges other women to try Cardui noting its fifty year track record in easing female troubles and keeping them energized and hopeful.

Rockford Ala M. C. Paschal Saya Cardus

Hampton Public School to Welcome Hon Guy Lace

Hon Guy and C Lace will deliver the annual address at the public school in Hampton Tennessee. The event promises a strong educational message from a noted schoolman and a stimulating program for students. Chamberlains Cough Remedy is advertised as relief for throat and lung troubles and a remedy for congested lungs. Sold by all dealers.

Guy & C. Lace Hampton, Tenn

Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Promoted By Working Woman

A Chicago Working Woman touts Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild health aid for a whale family, claiming it guarantees results. She offers a free sample bottle from the Pepsin Symp Co., 119 Caldwell Bldg., Monticello, HI, with bottles sold by druggists at 50 cents and $1.

Branwell Dry Goods stock adjusted after last week's fire

Insurance adjustments complete for Branwell Dry Goods. The firm plans to reopen on the Square in the vacated Whistnas Brot building, resuming business after the fire damage to stock last week.

Branwell Dry Goods Cousgany

Oliver Resigns Presidency at Appalachian Exposition

Knoxville Jan 12 At the annual stockholders meeting of the Appalachian Exposition W J Oliver resigned as president and from the board citing lack of time for duties. Hewill not continue in office and a successor will be elected. The board was increased to forty one members and efforts will seek to align East Tennessee farmers convention dates with the exposition next fall.

Knoxville W. J. Giver

Cardul Brings Relief in Ratcliff Letter

In Ratcliff, Mrs. Mattie Campbell writes that her health and monthly suffering from misery improved after using Cardul. She says Cardul stopped her suffering and made life worth living, filling her home with happiness and urging others to try it.

Ratcliff Tex Mattie Campbell Cardul

Residence of Rev J A Ruble Burned in Marville

The two story seven room residence of Rev J A Ruble, chaplain at the Soldiers Home in Johnson City, occupied by L Benedict and family, burned to the ground this morning. It was valued at 2500 and insured for 750. The fire, caused by a defective flue, started at 830 and destroyed the building. Benedict saved most household goods but suffered some losses partly covered by insurance.

Marville J. A. Ruble Ahaplain Johnson City L. Benedict Benedict

Zemo Skin Treatment Promises Cure and Money Back

The City Drug Co offers Zemo and Zemo soap for any irritable itching skin from infant to adult with a money back guarantee if not satisfied. Also advertised Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for throat and lung ailments and Dr. Pahrney's Teething Syrup for all ages.

The City Drug Co Zemo

The Winehelmer Sage Says Happiness Tied To Companionship

A fragment suggests a philosopher notes happiness does not hinge on a man’s sadness or a woman’s presence. It hints at pairing as a path to contentment without asserting a fixed outcome.

Winehelmer Sage

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