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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1910
Page
2
Tennessee Political Announcements and Editorial Notes
An aggregation of partisan notes discusses Hal H. Baynes seeking renomination, Patterson's and Taylor's campaigns, and independent judges. It critiques newspaper coverage, praises the Nashville American anniversary edition, and ends with a garbled testimonial about a medical remedy offering a reward for proof of Catarrh Cure effectiveness.
A Free Judiciary Banner Prompts Public Debate
An article laments political banners urging a free judiciary and mocks the idea of influence by parties. It suggests more banners with slogans about honesty impartiality and independence, parable references, and cautions about strings attached to judges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wise
Democratic Party
Republican
Whisman Bros Extends Big Clearance Sale
Whitman Bros. announces another week of sale after ten days of brisk buying and strong attendance. The firm reports unprecedented interest and plans larger, brighter bargains for customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whistian Bros
Whitman
Whitman Bros
Storm claims local milk cow in Watauga incident
In a fierce electrics storm Friday near Watauga Geo W Scott lost his milk cow after a lightning strike. The cow was not found until late Saturday despite searches by the owner and others. Also noted are visits and funerals within the community including John Bowman from Roanoke and Mrs Pernvey Wolfe who died at 85 in Watauga Plaza. Mrs George Hendrix and family and Rev Vaught's church service are mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watauga
Tenn
Jane
Geo
W. Scott
Lida Scott Isneway
Diveris
Roanoke
Bowman
John Bowman
Knob Ereek
William Scott
Carnegie
H. Hendrix
Th. Vaught
Methodist
Pernvey Wolfe
Watiuga Plaza
Puesday
John 8. Wolfe
Hettie Gibyon
Welch
W. Way
Heor
Myers Cox wed in quiet Kingaport ceremony
William Myers and Mrs. Cox of Kingaport were married yesterday afternoon at W. H. Foust home on Heory Street with Rev. WB Buchanan officiating. Afterward the couple traveled home on the dam train to reside in Kingaport. Attendants included Mrs. Foust, Mrs. Bogleman, Mrs. Price, Mrs. Toohey, Miss Hassie Poust, Miss Killa Price, and Messrs Frank Wyatt and Edgar Strong. The event was described as a very quiet affair with best wishes from friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Myers
Cox
Kingaport
United Bn Marrage
W. H. Foust
Heory Street
WB Buchanan
Mesdames
W. G. Bogleman
Price
W- F. Toohey
RL. Rowe
Hassie Poust
Killa Price
Governors Speech At Bristol Draws Large Local Crowd
Governor Patterson arrives by New York Special at 11 30 in the morning to a dense crowd in Bristol. He speaks at the Hippodrome before about 1500 people with praise for the audience and remarks on the county and farmers. Attendees include local officials and business leaders with Mrs Emert visiting her ill relative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goy
M. R. Patterson
Jctty
New York
Purdue
J. E. Chappel
Nashville American
Lo'elock
Hippodrome
Walter
Bt. H. Dyer
J.1k. Baclman
Bristol
Cos
Tacson
Kaybreville
Jackson W. J. Barton
A. P. Hinderson
W.T. Divvis
J. B.sans
Vewin
Hannan
Univol
HL Lyle
Patterson
Bithis City
Johnson City
Pritchelt
R. Lb. Patton
M. Gilloway
John Snyder
Joe Campbell
Memorial Hall July 4th Attractions Matinee and Night Show
Kulwin RL Weeks Musical company with the Great Walden Magnielin and Heverny the Hand Cuff King headline Memorial Hall on July 4 with a matinee at 2 PM and a 7 PM night performance. Double bill offers value as fireworks follow at 9 PM. Seats 24 0 and 2 5 cents with sales at Kemble Cochran Co. store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kulwin RL Weeks Musical Company
E and Ste
Kemble-Cochran Co
Senator Frazier Still Silent on Reelection Plans
Chattanooga June 29 United States Senator James B Frazier has returned from Washington and will not reveal his stance on reelection. He hinted a statement may come soon but declined to indicate his position. He is expected to remain in the city for several weeks as Whitman Bros clearance sale continues with aggressive price cutting along the line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chattanooga
United States
James B. Frazier
Washington
Frasier
Twenty six houses washed away in Kentucky flood
Salyersville Kentucky residents report twenty six homes destroyed as Licking River floods after a cloudburst. Seven bodies recovered with more feared. rescue teams mobilize to eastern mountain regions as river remains swollen and lines to the scene down.
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Salyersville
Licking River
Kentucky
Jurors fail to convict Browne in White bribery case
In Chicago, the jury in Judge McSurley’s division deadlocked 8 to 4 after 114 hours, failing to convict Lee O’Neil Browne of bribing Representative Charles A. White to back William Lorimer for U S senator. A new-trial motion is set for July 6 as prosecutors decry jury fixing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
McSurley
Criminal Court
Lee O'Neil Browne
Charles A. White
Wm. Lorimer
United States
Wayman
Browne
Democracy in Tennessee campaign move by Senator Taylor
Senator Rob L. Taylor announced he will go to the front lines to campaign for the Democratic Party in Tennessee. He cited unavoidable prior engagements, but said duties require him to appeal to voters and stand by the regular democracy, with stump speaking planned around July 19.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Robi. L. Taylor
Dobate
Democrantic
Bald
Tennessee
Governor Patterson Speaks to Packed Erwin Crowd
Governor Patterson visits Erwin Unicoi County the first gubernatorial visit in history. He arrives by special train, is greeted by Judge Sams and local officials, speaks for nearly an hour to a crowd of sturdy men and stylish women, then returns to Johnson City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Unicoi
Erwin
Patterson
Court House
Johnson City
Geo. I. Carter
J. EB. Sams
Supt
L. H. Pettyplace
John S. Aybara
W. T. Davis
East Tennessee
Dock Barry
Bristol
Maj. H. Gildersleeve
Guy U. Smith
P. H. Wofford
Water deal settled between Watauga and city council
City and Watauga Water Company end dispute with a 60 day payment window starting July 1. The purchase price totals 140000 dollars in cash or 150000 dollars in bonds, with bonds redeemable at par within the period. If cash is not paid, the city must issue 10000 dollars more in bonds.
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Watauga Water Company
Little Girl Dies After Short Illness
At 8 o clock last night Mary Robertson two year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Sam Robertson died after a brief illness with whooping cough and a complication of other ills. The parents mourn the loss of their only child and funeral details were not yet announced.
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Mary
Sam Robertson
Senator Taylor Cancels Chautauqua Dates for Patterson Campaign
Washington June 25 Senator Taylor denies subsidy by Patterson committee and confirms cancellation of four Chautauqua weeks worth 3600 dollars. He faces personal losses estimated between 900 and 2000 dollars per week and may resign further dates as the state executive committee assigns appearances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Taylor
Pattersng Executive Committee
Executive Committee
Surprise wedding greets Mexia at station
A 4:37 Hustler arrival brings Mr and Mrs Horace B Stevens to Mexia with their new bridegroom and bride Mrs Clara Bonnty Reeves and Horace Bishop wed in Johnson City Tenn last Thursday morning. They plan to make Mexia their home and start a long, prosperous life amid warm congratulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Our City
Horace B. Stevens
Mexia
Cupid
Clara Bonnty Reeves
Horace Bishop
Johnson City
Tenn
New Orleans
J.C. Mims
Bvett
Horace
Stevens
Texas
Evening News
Mrs Mary Nelson Dies After Long Illness
Mrs. Mary Stuart Nelson 40 wife of Judge T A R Nelson of Knox county criminal court died Tuesday morning at her parents home in this city after months of illness. Born in Knoxville she was active in the First Presbyterian church and devoted to charity. She is survived by husband parents a daughter Miss Mary Nelson and a brother Captain Edward Stuart U S A now in the Philippines. Funeral at 9 this morning at Millard street home with interment at Jonesboro after arrival of relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Stuart Nelson
T. A. R. Nelson
Knox County Criminal Court
A. M. Stuart
Mary Nelson
Edward Stuart
Philippine Islands
Phillipines
Nelson
Millard Street
Jonesboro
Fourth of July Bicycle Brigade Meeting Notice
All persons wishing to join the bicycle parade are invited to meet at Conner Boos Furniture store Thursday night at 7 40. Final arrangements will be made at this important gathering. Conner, Chairman Bicycle Brigade.
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Conner Boos
Conner
Bicycle Brigady
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