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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1912
Page
2
The piece rails at audit delays and statute limits amid local politics. It cites Aldermen J. M. and M. B. Martin, Crigger, Crowell, and Wilsworth, arguing for a full ten year examination of the city’s finances and recorder era, accusing officials of obstruction and urging accountability.
Continued from page one, veterans of the Mexican War and earlier conflicts would gain land warrants and benefits. Lincoln received warrants for his services though never under fire. Many Union veterans urge opening Union Soldiers Homes to Confederate survivors. The piece hopes Congress acts promptly to unite former foes in dignity and peace.
In a lengthy statement KE Ellsworth, recorder of Johnson City, responds to a six year audit report alleging about $2100 in delinquencies. He says he will review the voluminous audit and present his contentions after obtaining the full report, asserting no substantial delinquency during his tenure. He criticizes access limits and notes he copied the record at personal expense to prepare a full explanation.
War veteran A. K. Smith from Ernie Pa. says he endured years of indigestion constipation and liver trouble until he tried Dr King’s New Life Pills. He calls them simply great and recommends them for stomach liver or kidney issues. Available for 2 cents at H C Miller’s.
Bids open noon February 19 1912 for construction of a highway through Washington County Tennessee from Hine to Sullivan County border including grading and drainage. Right to reject any or all bids reserved. Plans available at office of H C Huffaker Jonesboro Tennessee.
A reliable woman will be given permanent place at satisfactory wages and a house for a family of an acceptable person. Apply at oner, CY H. LYLE.
Edward Brigham of New York gave a lyceum program at the state normal last Thursday evening, hailed as rare and powerful. He demonstrated prowess as singer, pianist, and elocutionist in excerpts like The Cataract of Lodore, All Through the Night, Drink to Me Only With Thine Eyes, and The Wanderer, with White Ship as a dramatic highlight. The audience applauded warmly and organizers hope for continued strong attendances, while an unrelated ad pitches Chamberlain’s Liniment for rheumatism.
Bristol on January 22 connected with the Walduga Power Company to supply 2000 horsepower for industry and lighting. A test at 3 PM sent current into large transformers on Broad Street marking a new era for the city and upper East Tennessee. Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy is touted as effective for colds and croup and contains no Kannfinlding, available from dealers.
Nashville Tenn Jan 24 Harmoon headquarters were opened today under a club organized with Frank Avent state railroad commissioner as chairman to promote chapters across the state urging Governor Judson Harnson to the presidency.
The Watauga Electric company has erected a new electric display sign atop its power plant. The sign features a representation of a fire at each end of the letters and was operated for the first time last Tuesday evening. The company receives credit for this distinctive display.
Knoxville voters chose Mayor G Heiskell and the full Democratic ticket for commissioners in the first election under the new city government. Heiskell led narrowly after initial tallies but won 2095 to 2578 for opponent John E. McMillan. commissioners John W. Flenniken James A. Hensley Sam Hill and Geo McTeer were elected, with Lewis Tillman the top vote getter among citizens at 1966. Heiskell begins his fifth term next Saturday. Medicines that aid nature are always most effective. Chamberlains Cough Relief is praised by healers.
The entertainment committee at the state normal announces Tyrolean Concert Company will perform Friday evening January 26. The Aleahest Lyceum Bureau brings a six to eight member troupe, a high quality program expected to draw a large audience. Admission is 25 and 50 cents, with the event valued at about $300.
Johington City defeated Jonesboro 28 to 21 in a season game held at the state normal. Jonesboro, used to outdoor play, faced a large indoor room. The home team claimed the win and urged the visitors to practice before the next matchup.
TO MERCHANTS. See Dr. Preas' window. Gold glass letters placed there seven years ago. Brilliant everlasting. Can not be washed off. Three to six inch letter for particulars address J. A. Test. Solers' Home P.O. 1488-16 WANTED Second hand bags and burlaps. Write for prices. Richmond Bag Co., Richmond, Va. 42-10
Nashville Jan 23 three members of the harmony primary board of seven were named by Chairman W O Vertrees following a January 14 committee resolution. The appointees are Hill McAllister Nashville Frank Spurlock Chattanooga and Robt Fletcher Jackson. A seventh member will be chosen by the six at an immediate meeting. The board will hold supreme power over the primary election and ensure equal representation for both Democratic factions. Mrs Sue Miller and her son J Miller have gone to Florida for a few months.
Attorney G T Lee corrects a report about the Southern Railway tax collection for 1908. The city council is urged to pursue about 900.00 in delinquent taxes while details of 1909 are noted. The piece questions the auditor’s accuracy and hints at court action over amended bills and related payments.
Citizens' Committee invites written and signed proposals for a city court house site within Public Square area. Requirements specify locating within ten feet of Pianta and not more than two hundred feet from the square, with even width. Proposals due in writing by January 25, 1912, to a board including Brading Smith Lockett Bowman Wofford Lyle and Taylagh.
In Chattanooga on January 2h officials Prank White and AL Ly Nichol outlined a plan to launch Gov Harmon bid in the city. M M Allison to head the organizing lien in the Third district as the campaign moves forward.
Mrs Itases Woo uy of Leesburg dies Saturday at Lincoln Memorial Hospital Knoxville. Interment at Limestone View Cemetery. Wife of Elner Himan of Leesburg. husband named. Partial, garbled obituary fragment with key names and place references.
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