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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1911
Page
4
Model Mill Company touts Model Flour as the superior patent flour for delicious light bread. The copy highlights consistent flavor and popular appeal among home bakers who rely on this flour for quality results.
A letter received at the Back Home Association in Johnson City Tennessee reports the western spread of the Back Home movement. W D Roberts, promoter, notes growing support and mentions a Great Northern immigration agent inviting him to lunch.
A meeting with a Great Northern Immigration agent reveals threats to halt unfavorable letters about the West. The agent, claiming Seattle Commercial Club ties, warns the writer to stop, asserting knowledge of residence and phone number and naming fourteen locals seeking literature on the “back home” country.
Huntsville Alabama votes 896 for 141 against adopting the Kilby bill commission plan of government. Gov O Neal will appoint three commissioners with total salaries of 5000 annually to run city affairs. after one year voters will elect a commissioner annually. Bee W J Barton Feed Seed Co advertises rolled oats and gluten meal for dairy cows.
Civil War veteran recounts Tease G. Hardy a eighteen year old resident of Santa Barbara who during Sherman's march to Cheraw crawled along a bridge abutment and fired on Confederate troops across the river. His account describes a dangerous nocturnal foray halting the enemy assault and driving them from the bridge area.
A note promises spectacle fitting and repair services on Monday June 12 in the office. The writer invites readers to become satisfied customers and mentions eye care and refill work in a promotional tone.
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