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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1915
Page
2
P M Ward announces candidacy for Alderman First Ward Old Third Ward in the June 16 election. He asks for votes and influence and pledges to devote his best attention to duties of the office. George Barron also appears in the notice.
Framed as voter notices for Johnson City, two residents Frank L. Thomas and M. W. Thompson announce alderman candidacies from the First Ward and Second Ward respectively. Thomas urges re election and service above politics. Thompson, resident businessman, promotes qualifications and nonpartisan governance. The clipping also includes national political commentary on Bryan and Wilson, reflecting era sentiment.
The article argues Mr. Bryan's resignation stiffens Germany's stance, raises fears of a broader split in the United States, and undermines peace efforts. It contends his antiwar position could force a harsher policy toward Germany and portrays the move as politically risky abroad.
A Commercial Appeal editorial argues war should be avoided unless necessary, warns against Bryan’s pacifist tactics, and urges nationwide unity behind the president’s note to Germany. It insists a nation must defend its rights and be prepared to accept consequences to uphold its principles.
D M Walters of 306 W Maple St Johnson City reports his back pain and kidney trouble disappeared after using one box of Deans Kidney Pills bought from Gregory Drug Co He praises the remedy and urges others to seek Deans Kidney Pills at 50 cents a box Foster Milburn Buffalo NY advertises the product as the same one he used
Nashville reports Knox Bryson of Lincoln county was appointed commissioner of agriculture by Gov. Rye, succeeding Capt. T. F. Peck who term expired about a week ago. Bryson takes over as Vagriculture head in the state, with duties including oversight of agricultural interests and related programs.
The Louisville Commercial Club's 105 members arrived by special train, toured Johnson City landmarks, and attended a 30 minute program at the Majestic Theatre. Local leaders welcomed them, praising the city as East Tennessee’s el dorado and planning further hospitality along their Southern Rail itinerary.
Richmond June 2 The credit for designing the first flag of the Confederacy the Stars and Bars is awarded to the late Major Orren Rudolph Smith of Louisville by the United Confederate Veterans committee. General C Irvine Walker chairman presented the report at the reunion with signatures from Major General Thomas Green and Major General John P Hickman. The investigation cites Miles report to the 1861 Confederate Congress and notes the removal of thirteen stripes in favor of red white and red bars while preserving a link to Old Glory. The inquiry involved Daughters of the Confederacy Sons of Confederate Veterans and the Confederate Southern Memorial Association and aims to settle a long controversy.
News that Nathan Bradley, formerly connected with the Bradley Furniture Co. of Elizabethton, has been bound over to court on a charge of involvement in the fire that destroyed the plant several months ago. The fire caused a loss of 35000 dollars, insured for 22000, with most insurance lapsing to alleged wild companies.
In effect November 26 1914 Eastern Standard Time Northbound 8 56 am and 6 18 pm for Ford town Kingsport Cameron Speers Ferry St. Paul Dante Erwin Unaka Springs Toccane Burnsville Pensacola Marion Spartanburg Unicol Erwin Tenn For definite information See office or CHAR Mandel Asst General Passenger Agent Johnson City Tennessee
St Clair and Fisher advertise furniture repair and refinishing services. They emphasize upholstery work and complete in-house execution of all tasks.
Hon J Vaught declares he is the candidate of no party or ring to lead Johnson City. He promises fair dealing, even spending on streets, a sinking fund for bonded debt, and strict enforcement of laws for rich and poor alike. He warns against ring-backed ward healers and urges voters to choose a square deal.
Mr and Mrs Dale Stuart have returned to their home in Russell County Virginia after visiting their daughter Mr and Mrs Walter H Robertson in this city.
An election will be held in Johnson City Tennessee on June 16 1915 to elect a mayor for the city and two aldermen from the first and second wards for two years. Officers include ward officers judges clerks and registrars listed for the polling places.
P M Ward argues for progressive street improvements using city funds and homeowner payments. He proposes curbs gutters and oiling as fast as streets are petitioned, offering a yearly cost around 6.65 dollars for a 50 foot lot. Ward stresses citizen initiative without forcing changes on unwilling residents and urges petitions at the city recorder.
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