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Newspaper

Comet

Location

Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America

Date

Jul 07, 1910

Page

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Tampering with Juror Charged in Browne Trial Indictment

Chicago July 6 State's Attorney Wayman announces indictment against John A Malloy a grocer for attempting to bribe juror Oscar T Morford in the Browne trial. Retrial of Lee O Nell Browne for bribing Representative Chas A White to vote for William Lorimer set for July 2.

Chicago Wayman John A. Malloy allWilling Oscar T. Morford Lee O'Nell Browne Chas A White William Lorimer United States

WILLIAMS REGAINS MEDAL IN GUN CLUB CLOSING

James A Summers won The Comet medal in the closing gun club shoot and kept it hidden until yesterday when he found it while hunting for a diamond ring in his wife's jewel case. He brought it to town and showed it to HL L Williams who posted the best score last Saturday in Johnson City.

James A. Summers HL. L. Williams Johnson City Williams

Rumor of Challenge for Palmer in Tennessee District

Palmer may face a strong opponent in the upcoming congressional race in the district centered near Murfreesboro Tennessee. Word circulated in Tullaram a of a secret plan with Hon W C Houston possibly backed by a heavy hitter and Tr E Palmer named as the possible rival though details remain murky.

Tullaroma Tenn W. C. Houston Tr. E. Palmer Murfreesboro

Cates to Speak at Murfreesboro with Time Split

Nashville report says Gen. Charles T. Cates will address Murfreesboro next Saturday and Judge Floyd Estill will request a division of Cates' speaking time. Republican efforts for an independent ticket are dismissed by Democrats. Judge John M. Taylor’s Paris appearance appointment has been withdrawn.

Nashville Tenn Chas. T. Cates Murfreesboro Floyd Estill Cates John M.taylor Paris

Maury County Democrats Endorse Paterson Loyal to Party

Maury county democratic executive committee completed organization in all 28 precincts. They condemned certain congressmen for not backing regular nominees and praised Senator Robert J. Taylor for loyalty, inviting him to speak before the election. They endorsed Gov. M. R. Patterson and reaffirmed support for nominees from governor to constable. L. W. Riggs returned from a San i trip in Sullivan county.

Columbia, Tenn Maury County Democratic Executive Committee Robt. J.taylor Maury Gov Patter Peebles M. R. Patterson Nashville Tennessee Ucket

Patterson Attacks General Cates In Mass Meeting

Governor Patterson delivered a scathing speech before about 5000 in Stewart County praising a crowd and condemning General Cates as a “strutting peacock.” He accused Cates of dual roles, corporate ties, ballot-box corruption, and partisan intolerance, noting Cates’ switch to prohibition.

Dover Tenn Patterson Mewart Old Stewart Cates George W. Brandon Brandon James K. Polk Shelbyville Supreme Court Shields Knox County Carmack

Soldiers Fall Short as Rain Ends Asheville Game

The Soldiers and Jobbers played in Asheville but a heavy morning rain left the field in poor condition. Kelly pitched for Asheville as Jobbers loaded the bases in the first, scoring once before rain halted play in the second inning.

Jobbers Hart Kelly

Adams Law Champion Enters Senate Race

Lebanon Tennessee July 1 Hon A A Adams announced his bid for state senate opposing Ion De Johnagn Adams former state senator in 1905 and father of the Adams prohibition law affecting cities of 5000 or under He is described as a strong supporter of the administration.

Lebanon Tenn A. A. Adams Ion. de Johnagn Adams State Senate

Has Returned to Johnson City and Local Commentary

The Bristol News notes Fank Good former Colbert drug store clerk has returned home to Johnson City after the transfer of the property to C. C. Minor. Miss Fannie Keen returns from Greeneville visits. Major J. A. Buchanan of North Carolina visits, discussing judicial conventions and candidates. General Cates accused of double employment and misstatements as attorney general and political manager of bolting judges.

Fank Good Colbert Drug Johnson City C. C. Minor Good Minor Bristol News Fannie Keen Greeneville Maj. J. A. Buchanan North Carolina Maxwell House State Executive Committee Cates Beard Judge Shields Shields

Expert's Opinion Promotes Zemo for Skin Diseases

A national skin disease expert lauds Zemo as a superior treatment for eczema dandruff pimples and other skin issues. The ad touts Zemo as a clean external remedy, superior to greasy salves, and promises booklets from Mefants Oley Dirng Co for home cures and demonstrations.

Zemo Oley Dirng Co Chy Drag Company Thor

Paraded crowds fill Johnson City as veterans lead grand procession

The crowd arriving by rail and private transport topped 5,000 with thousands more. A long parade started at Roan Street and Watauga Avenue, moved along Main and Boone to Unaka, ending at the ball park. Veterans from the Confederate ranks marched with a blue band, then Mayor Smith, Commercial Club, P O S of A, and the Soldiers Home band followed. The Jr O U A M led a large float procession with white regalia and family allegory.

Roan Street Watauga Avenue Roan Main Out Main Boone Unaka Ball Park W. A. Dickenson P.O. S. of A George Washington Greenville B. P. O. Elks Elks Head Esquire Warren Fune Johnson City Morristown Mmembers Com

Knoxville judge decries coercion amid monster parade

In Knoxville on July 5 Judge Lansden denounced Nathan G. Robertson as the man who attempted to coerce him while accusing Governor Patterson of crimes. A vast, costly parade scheme collapsed as crowds failed to appear, leaving many floats and carriages sparsely used under a garish display of white, green, and yellow decor.

Knoxville Tenn Lansden Nathan G. Robertson Neil Beard State Committee Sheilds Patterson Hugh Webb Landeau Biddle Nena Crowder Alice Crowder Marion Friberg Jas. A. Sbmmers Summers Walter Brown Bya Malone Miss Barkley Little Frank Helen Summers

Chicago Delegation Denied Johnson Welcome Parade

Mayor Busse and Police Chief Stewart refused a permit for a welcome parade for Jack Johnson. Delegation demanded a brass band and police escort, but the request was deemed not a public occasion. The mayor also said exhibit of fight films would be considered later.

Johnson Chicago Busse Jack Johnson Stewart

Jeff Lost All His Spirit Walks After Fight in Oakland

James J. Jeffries arrived in Oakland with his wife and friends after a brutal bout. His face bore fresh marks from the fight and he walked with head down, appearing stripped of spirit, while guests offered condolences and reporters noted the scene at the private arrival.

Oakland Calif James J. Jeffries Simos

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