21 Jan 1915
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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1915
Page
1
In a partial debate, Shields engages on the Shepherd Amendment, outlining positions and prompting discussion among lawmakers. The exchange highlights key points and potential implications for related policy.
Washington reports Senator Shielda defended Tennessee prohibition in the Senate debate on the Sheppard amendment. He argued liquor laws stopped sales in 92 of 96 counties, reduced vice in others, and were as enforceable as other criminal statutes. He praised judges and officers, asserted public support, and predicted continued enforcement under Governor Rye and a pro pledges General Assembly.
Governor Rye's inaugural message outlines plans for a leaner state government with retrenchment, tax reform, and stricter law enforcement. It advocates abolishing unnecessary offices, reforming the penal system, and creating a state highway commission. The aim is efficient administration and renewed Democratic leadership in Tennessee.
The quote emphasizes earning results through hard work and persistence. Edison credits his youth as a newsboy and telegraph operator for shaping his relentless practice. He notes the bamboo filament and phonograph as products of long research and hands on effort.
Nashville January 15 Gay Ben W Hooper issues final official act as governor announcing twelve appointments to state offices. W A Overall of Nashville named for two year term succeeding Alvin McCain along with eleven other appointees including W H Scarborough Thos B White G D Oliver EL V Adams S O Murphy W J Davidson Jerry E Core Arthur Taylor Jon Wright Geo Mullins W S Tune and A W Shoun to Greeneville. Local applications may reach the executive portion of the cabinet for remaining vacancies.
Irregularities in state finances prompt a legislative investigation led by Senator Ashcroft and Representative Stewart at Gov. Rye's request. Unpaid bills and diverted funds exceed 20,000 dollars for pensions without appropriation, with much school and charitable funds unpaid. Treasury reportedly dwindling to about 20,000 as rail taxes sought early payment.
Former Gov Hooper takes a six month Newport his Nashville YMCA membership and moves into a room in the association building. He will make his home there while directing Republican work in the legislature. Reports say he intends to use Nashville as headquarters in the fight for the United States Senate seat.
Nashville moves to close gaming and liquor establishments as Mayor Howse and Sheriff Longhurst pledge full cooperation with Governor Rye. Howse orders police to enforce temperance laws and city ordinances, stating policy to clean up and unite the party behind it. Sheriff Longhurst assigns 12 deputies to join the effort starting tomorrow.
Washington January 16 Southern Railway will immediately revise and double track 28.7 miles of its Washington to Atlanta line between Orange and Charlottesville Virginia. The project, costing about 1 600 060 008, will improve grades and curvature and bring total double track to 338.7 miles between Washington and Charlotte with 41.3 miles remaining single in four stretches. Funding and labor will be substantial as traffic lags.
Washington reports the birth of a son to Mrs Francis Bowes Sayre, President Wilson's daughter, at the White House. The child weighed six and a half pounds, and the president expressed evident joy. It is said to be the first grandchild in his direct family. The baby’s name was not yet chosen.
Stop that cough now says the Pine Tar Honey remedy advertised for colds and coughs. It claims to penetrate throat and lung linings and fight germs, with quick relief and natural heating. A reader testimonial from Hamilton Obie notes family use and recommends buying 260 at your druggist.
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