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Newspaper

Comet

Location

Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America

Date

Jul 19, 1884

Page

2

Political rallying around Cleveland Hendricks ticket described

A Chicago gathering of judges and leaders endorses Grover Cleveland and Thomas A Hendricks. The piece contrasts Cleveland reform credentials with Blaine, notes cross party support, and urges Democrats in Jolmamn City district to form a Cleveland Hendricks club as fall campaigns begin.

United States Chicago Grover Cleveland Thomas A. Hendricks Reform Blaine Cleveland Hendricks Jolmamn City

Hayes Reputation and Public Scorn Over Four Terms

C. C. King in the Mast Head of the Morristown Gazette criticizes Rutherford B. Hayes for his passive role after Garfield’s assassination and his perceived failure to enact reforms. The piece condemns Hayes’ public memory and questions his fitness to occupy the presidency again, calling the era a year of jubilo.

C. C. King

Republican State Committee Holds Nashville Meeting on Nomination Claims

The Republican State Executive Committee met in Nashville to settle Alf Taylor and Maj. Pettibone’s bids for the First district congressional nomination. A motion to void both nominations failed, and a sub committee of Hughs Nunn and Murray was formed to report to the State committee after surveying the two conventions.

Alf Taylor Maj. Pettibone Republican State Executive Committee Nashville Major Pettibone Republican Party Fira Brownlow State Committee Pettibone Taylor M. Hughs D. A. Nunn W.W. Murray

Republicans Split Over Blaine in 1884 Race

A meeting of Republican and independent voters against Blaine is set for July 22 1884 in New York City. The column also notes Beecher’s remarks favoring Cleveland and cites a strong northern anti Blaine sentiment while the West and rowdy element support Blaine. Cleveland is seen as driving a split in the party.

Republica Blaine George van Curtis Hoe City New York Beecher Cleveland Republican Party North

All is Vanity and Ben Butler in Political Woes

A Bristol Bristol Currier item notes vanity and fear in Butler’s waning support as John Kelly remains silent. The Cleveland and Hendricks nomination cheers Bristol crowds at Kilbert's corner with Thacker-like fervor, speeches by McDowell Burrow Slack Winston and Miles and a new club formed with Winston president.

John Kelly Tomita Brent Clevehand Hendricks Brixtol Kilbert’s B.G. McDowell Robt Burrow H. Slack J. H. Winston Winston A. F. Miles Godson Gw, Kubert OH. Slack Boretary Bristol Sulieit Meme Lone Bristol Currier

Cleveland cheers echo in rowdy parade demand

Mr Joseph Ky McDonald proclaims support with exclamations of hurrah for Cleveland, reflecting local fan enthusiasm and celebratory mood during a public event. The civilian voice highlights regional pride and city spirit in a festive setting.

Joseph Ky McDonald Cleveland

Cleveland's Loving Candidate Delusion In 1884 Campaign

A fragmented 19th century notice reveals editorials praising Grover Cleveland while denigrating his rival Blaine. It recounts Knoxville ratification scenes, party rhetoric, and rumors of Cleveland's romantic connections, depicting intense political fervor and social speculation surrounding the 1884 race.

Duncan for Legislature Endorsement from Pull Branch

The message endorses Geo R. Duncan of Pull Branch as the Democratic candidate for the legislature. It praises his merit, honesty, and integrity, urging voters to support him for the high office.

Geo R. Duncan Pull Branch Heniury Geo RB. Duncan

Tammany Backing Cleveland and Hendricky in Fourteenth District

A meeting of the Tammany Committee in the Fourteenth district announced unanimous support for Cleveland and Hendricky. They denounced as traitors any who claim party loyalty yet fail to back the nominees and urged honest Democrats to rally behind the ticket.

Tammany New York Tammany Committee Fourteenth District Henry Binhoff, Jr Tammany Democracy Tammany Association of Cleveland and Hendricky

Democrats Hold Ratification Meeting in St Louis

In St Louis on July 15 a large Democratic ratification gathering was held on the old Twelfth street market space. Fireworks, music and vigorous speeches lit the scene with Lt. Gov Campbell Congressmen Brodhead Hateh from Hannibal and John O Day among the speakers. The crowd showed strong enthusiasm for the Presidential ticket amid applause.

St. Louis

Chairman Mennel's Work On Camel Pain

Chairman Hetnel of the State committee says preliminary camel pain work is done. His office in Luncager has housed the permanent secretary all spring, who tracks county organizations. Headquarters open August 1. Tan going West to mourn Governor Hemdricks at his home. Tinteng preparing lis Tif for a Philadelphia publish. Lieutenant Governor Dorheimer prepares the fife of Governor Cleveland for the same task.

Hetnel State Committee Luncager Tan Hemdricks Philadelphia Dorheimer Cleveland Otis

Cleveland and the Catholics veto question in New York

A historical note questions whether Governor Cleveland vetoed a bill allowing Catholic priests access to inmates at New York charitable institutions. The fragment suggests the claim was disputed, mentioning governors Cleveland and Cornell and a long legislative history, but remains unclear in detail.

Cleveland New York Tissix Suanistows Cornell Senate Timie

Cocke County Democrats Split Over 2024 Style Run

Letter from Cocke County reports a Republican split hailed by Democrats, with most Democrats favoring no candidate and opposing a Democrat run. Interviews show leaders urging unity, while Col. O King’s name emerges as a potential option amid factional tensions and fear of harming the party’s prospects.

Chia Disteter Seus Unitel Hepublican Holt Cocke County J. C. Murray W. F. Morrin John B. Stokely Jas T.J. Huff B. B. Rorox Jas. A. Taylor D. A Mims Jas. BE. Carty Majaav R. Sith Ronning Cocke Gazette and Courier Col. O King Col. King

Excursion Day on Mimey Flats to Johnson City and Cranberry

Citizens from Mimey Flats join a mellow morning excursion to the depot with many travelers, musicians, and a parade of riders. Elizabethton Col Smith enforces sobriety aboard the Narrow Gauge as Miss Fasnie Smith plans a chapel event and youths prepare for trips to Austin Springs. Local illnesses, threshing activity, and political fervor mark a busy period with Brin Jack reporting.

Horizan Creation Johnson Fi City Joneslun Miller Elizabethton Col Matson Fasnie Smith Jonesboro Austin Springs John Smith Shell Arranted& Co Rothern

Newport County News Reflects Local Strife and Weather

In this county report readers are urged to endure political distress as Pettibone and Taylor factions clash over candidacy. Wheat oats and grass thrive while readers complain of irregular readers. The county’s Democrats fret over malaria and bitter politics as November approaches. Young men comment on the town’s looks and its pretty girls.

Pettibone AL Taylor Taylor

Old Love Letter Fragments Spark Laughs on North Side

A North Side lady found a bundle of aged love letters and read a playful one from her husband in halcyon days. The missive promises Italy trips, milk baths, royal visitors, and lavish art in a castle, ending with a humorous reference to a team that wouldn’t have town.

Old Tristera Bloomdaglon

Mrs A Lincoln Phelps Dead in Baytimons

Mrs A Lincoln Phelps dies at her residence in Baytimons on July 15 marking the close of her long career as a leading educator and advocate. Formerly Miss Willard of Troy N Y she gained prominence at female academies and authored several works including Whispers to a Bride and Chega.

Baytimons Mrme Lincol Phelps Mra Phelps Miss Willard Troy Advcator Charles E. Phelps Supreme Bench of Batting

Arthur's Disappointment and Political Gossip

A friend of President Arthur says he could have secured a nomination with real ability but failed to handle patronage and social scenes. Mentions General Grant, Governor Morgan, and Morgan estate tensions. Includes remarks from Emmons Blaine and Prof Andrew White on Cleveland and Republican views.

Lora Buaxen Preasant Arthur Hint White House Iis Andrew D. White Cornell University Republican Nations Cleveland

Lowe Dentist Advertises Practice in Local Area

Doctor C W Lowe surgeon dentist invites patients to his Hellan area office, offering professional dental care. Readable text mentions his location at Hellan sites and promises skilled services to the community.

Hellan Anakil Hortaeoesa

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