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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1893
Page
4
Avis describes feminine fashion trends with trains and gowns, while crinoline falls out of favor. Fabrics such as lace, nets, and novel sheers are in demand for dresses, wraps, and accessories, with references to ribbons, jackets, and parasol-ready accents.
The passage warns of hereditary tendencies to rheumatism and digestion problems, noting that some patients suffer stomach and nerve issues. It promotes bitters as preventive for initial rheumatic attack and various ailments, including constipation, indigestion, kidney trouble, nerves, and headaches.
A Detroit piece tells of a man who boasted of endless loves until confronted by a clever woman who rejects his harp analogy. The tale ends with the man striking his mouth in remorse as the crowd mutters about deceit. The clipping also includes disjointed testimonials and medical ads from the era referencing a medicine and claims of cures.
A local column reflects on Sullivan County farming, praising industrious, well managed farms while criticizing lazy practices. It notes better road work, soil care, and improved fences, and mentions beaver creek settlers, spring chickens, and local residents including Miss Susie Thomas returning home.
Nashville June 3 The high court impeaches Judge Saliva J DaBoas of Shelby county finding him guilty on two charges from thirty six. Article twenty five and twenty one related to writ of habeas corpus and improper intimidation of Mrs. McBride. Senate vote on article twenty five 28 guilty two not guilty. On the McBride charge 24 to 9. Court adjourned for 2 pm session as defense sought delays and stenographic reports. Total costs run about 13000 dollars. court adjourned at 6230 with appeals likely to Supreme Court of the United States then pending.
Advertisement touts Dr Hale's Household Tea as immediate and permanent relief for constipation. Claims include one dose at bedtime and pricing of 25 and 0c, offered by Molfarland & Go.
Watau wa reports visits and arrivals including Miss Letitia Carson of Telford's, and a new store near the brick church in Turkey town. A theft at A R K Wing's ammo hoard yielded two cases of dynamite and fuse. several locals travel for business, and a mill accident injures Charles Hendrix with non fatal but serious injuries.
Fragmentary OCR describes a salve marketed for fever sores and related ailments with claims of effect and a price of 20 cents per box. Mentions McVarlind & Co as associated sellers in a torn text with unclear details.
Mary Ne vins Bisine and Dr. W. T. Bull tied the knot at 11 40 a.m. in a ceremony at Madison Avenue and Thirty eighth Street. The officiant was Rev. Dr. Frederick Rod erick Terry. Ripans Tabyles.
Jonesboro announces the marriage of B J Baxter to Misa Nellie Lampson both of Jonesboro with notice by J D Watkins Blakely Ga. A testimonial claims Lotanie Blood Basin cured extensive sores and itching after months of illness.
Reselror Johnson of the defunct Greenwood Bank files suit in Johnson Circuit Court against J. M. Starbuck ex Gov Chase and others involved in bank management. He has advertised bank furniture for sale and with cash on hand the receiver expects a first dividend of 25 percent in early July.
Advertising copy touts Dr King s New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds with a money back guarantee. Promotes La Grippe relief and offers free trial bottles at McFarland & Go s Deng Store along with larger priced bottles.
Allen town Mayor N G T Simmerly telegraphed the Chief of Police to arrest Will Jack Radon, a barkeeper, on a lewd and disorderly conduct charge. Radon was taken by Officer Havilton from the Lewis Hotel and later turned over to Altoitown authorities.
Letters from readers across varied towns claim cures for varicose veins asthma burns and rheumatism after using Hale's Household Ointment. Testimonials dated May 20 1802 from LeRoy New York and other locations praise its effectiveness and value with notices of distribution and pricing. Edgar Wilkins Sam Rensell Isham Hickey note recruitment into the Army as morale and service support.
A typed note offers a positive remedy for ailments described as female weakness. It promises to send two bottles of the claimed remedy to any lady who requests it, with a response to be sent to Aholt Express and a P O address, signed by DAB, DIMA HIST.
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