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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1910
Page
3
Train route schedule information announces the Clinchfield Route effective December 11, 1909 in Eastern Standard Time. J. J. Campion Traffic Manager Johnson City Tennessee is listed as contact.
Democratic county committee met at Jonesboro on Monday called by Chairman Walker. Delegates will assemble a convention in Jonesboro on Monday March 11 to nominate candidates for county offices. Several candidates expressed interest for trustee sheriff circuit court clerk and county registrar roles. Additional hopefuls may announce later. all Democrats urged to attend.
Little, a well known cotton mill man of Sparkanburg, S.C., was in Johnson City last week and rumors say he plans a large cotton mill on the Carolina Clip Belt line. He organized and is treasurer of the Marion North Carolina Manufacturing Company, a $300,000 plant now under construction at Marion. Since the organization there has been much talk of a cotton mill on the C C O by Little and associates. Under your tobacco fertilizer through Carr Bros BL
Local and personal items mention A FT Tipton in the city yesterday for a few hours. Mrs Chayley Gott is ill at home on Eighth Avenue. Mrs Mary Petit visited Bristol this week to see Mrs J J McLaughtin. Mrs Maude E Nelson of Bristol has a position with J W Hing Milling Co. Mort returned to Bristol after visiting friends here. Mrs Jobin D Reeves spends weeks in the city with her daughter recovering from illness. A birth: Mr and Mrs Price Cros in MeadG. Cros and Miss 3 at 242 W Isth Street New York City, a boy. Mr Leach, formerly news agent at the Soldiers Home, is mentioned. Major James W Wardaworth and Col W well of the NIDV inspected Mountain Branch last Tuesday. Miss Jewel and vaudeville company at the Edison Theatre drew large crowds this week. Mr J A Slaughter of the Summera Parrott Hardware Co was called to Bristol by the death of his mother, Mrs Bertie Slaughter. Funeral services conducted at Uk May Street Church. The piece notes Mr Slaughter’s bereavement and sympathy. A local merchant promotes spring suits and bargains, advertising O'Meara and Braswell Dry Goods Co at 114 Fountain Square.
Dr James Milton Ayres died Saturday night at his Crest Bon Air home on Roan Hill after a weeklong illness. Born 1899 in Hamilton Ohio, he served as First Lieutenant in WWI and hospital steward later. He held consul posts inPara Brazil and Rosario Argentina before settling in Johnson City in 1908. Survived by wife Mary Augusta Crane, he was a Mason and Royal Arcanum member. Funeral at his residence Monday afternoon conducted by Rev Dayton Dobbs.
Mrs Cynthia Fulton widow of the late Judge John H Fulton died Wednesday at two oclock at her daughter Mra J Norment Powells Johnson City Tennessee at the age of sixty. The remains were brought to Wytheville and funeral held this morning at 11 oclock at her late home on Washington street with Rev F H Craighill officiating. Interment was in East End cemetery beside her husband. She was born Cynthia McGavock and resided in the county many years. Survived by one daughter Mrs J Norment Powell two brothers James H McGavock and J Williamson McGavock and one sister Miss Maggie McGavock. She was a loving wife and mother and friend. The Hanser Virginia Enterprise.
A correspondent questions ex Sheriff J. D. Johns about Tennessee statutes and real crime in Davidson County. The letter accuses statements of being false or paid for and demands under oath answers on murders, robberies, rapes, and prosecutions while highlighting civil liberties and truth.
E F Milburn invites the public to a formal spring opening and special display featuring millinery dress moods streaming suits braces coats and shoes on Wednesday and Thursday March 16 and 17 Music from Span to Spin all are cordially invited at the Hart and Houston Store Bette
Greeneville Republican Geo W Doughty signals openness to running for the state senate. The Jackson Democrat notes his name among Tennessee Republicans as candidates and mentions mounting endorsements for Governor Patterton's renomination through mass conventions and Democratic committee actions.
Fragmentary OCR item notes taxes due now and mentions Mammoth Toulouse and rare entries. Includes scattered names and numbers, unclear context but signals a public tax or auction related notice with dates near March.
The Rev John Lee Allison of Gunton Temple Memorial Church Washington DC will resign to lead the First Presbyterian Church Johnson City Tennessee. The congregation approved resolutions regretting his departure and praising five years of service and will have his farewell after his move in April.
Last Thursday evening a large gathering of Munsey Memorial church members and friends attended a Whitehen shower hosted by the ladies and society. Rev. J. A. Ruble and J. W. Crumley spoke on the church’s early history, an organ recital by Prof. Newman accompanied a violin solo by Master Mendocino, a child’s song by Elizabeth Martin, and a recital by Mrs. Mel H. Weiler. The event closed with a spelling bee between Bible class men led by C Williams and young ladies led by Rev B Vaught, Mrs B.S.C. John outspelling the others. Refreshments were served and many useful kitchen articles secured.
A largely attended meeting of the Commercial Club in Bristol honored Col. 4. M. Barker for his work securing a Normal School for Johnson City. He was escorted from the Colonial Hotel by J. B. Bracing G. T. Woffort and J. A. Stumpers. W. H. Robertson presented a four watch token in appreciation, with Barker’s warm response pleasing the club and citizens.
May Ward the Dresden Doll Comedienne brings The Cash Girl to Memorial Hall on Wednesday in a lively musical comedy program. Featuring George W Meyer tunes, the show promises witty humor, catchy numbers, pretty chorus girls, dazzling costumes, and strong ensemble pieces.
Gump and wife return to Bristol after visiting relatives. Mrs. Walter Harmon goes home to Lome West Virginia after visiting her mother Mrs. 8. M. Collins. A Valentine party entertains thirty friends with a Winker prize for Miss Maria Viogho. Thursday afternoon a reception at Mri Matthews and Amel Smith’s home features elegant decorations, a piano drawing room, and a crystal vase of white carnations. Light refreshments include heart shaped cakes and coffee.
The wedding of Miss Willie Cox daughter of Dr and Mrs J W Cox took place at Munsey Memorial church at 10 with Rev Vaught officiating before a large crowd. The ceremony featured music by Mrs J F Young and a procession of ushers and bridesmaids, followed by a reception. the couple departed on the Memphi flyer for a tour. Out-of-town attendants included Mrs W P Hoskins and relatives from Knoxville and Stristol.
A stag dinner was hosted Monday by J. W. Bird for ushers, featuring a six course meal. An elaborate dinner followed Tuesday at the home of Mr. ape Mel J. B. Cox in honor of Miss Willie Cox, with plans for a forthcoming marriage.
Mrs Hoga G Morrison entertained the MG Club on Worthesday afternoon with a 100" game and refreshments. Attendees included Mrs Jd Webster Miss Katie Leo Lockell Baral Barker and Kula Lee Kendnole of Bristol. Mrs Crowder hosted Abe Young Matron's Club at Watauga avenue with bridge, fruit, and small gifts for attendees. The Erdewell Dry Goods window advertises.
Yesterday at 6 p.m. in First M E church Greenville district preachers and laymen gathered to welcome Bishops Anderson and McDowell and visiting laymen. A social hour followed a 4:30 dinner by the Ladies Aid Society. Bishop Anderson of Chattanooga presided. Dr J H Race and John A Patten spoke, with Bishop W I McDowell delivering the principal address. The event was part of a series to boost church work across the conference.
Brank Smarling, night watchman, nabbed B Color a cage Saturday night while breaking into a freight yard. A home search recovered a large quantity of stolen property including sacks of corn and cheese, a typewriter, and other items from several victims. He is jailed in default of bond.
Deputy sheriff Eugene Pitts returned from Knoxville with W. A. Cook in custody, a man who fled the area eight months ago for owing city authorities. Detectives located Cook and tracked him down. McNeill, proprietor of the Carlisle hotel, had to vacate his premises due to the action.
The Washington County Fair Association stockholders met in the office of J Baxter and elected nine directors: FM May A S Murray F E Britten R I C Hawley Dr N N Warlick GF Carson Wye Carter Ho C Jackson EJ Baxter. They decided to hold a July 4 celebration and plan a fall fair with dates to be set later.
Notice to unknown owners in Johnson City Tennessee that taxes, penalties, interest, and costs are due on multiple lots and blocks in Carnegie Addition Joliet Cityta and surrounding districts. Failure to pay by the specified date will result in foreclosure, sale of the property by the county, and transfer of title to the purchaser. The document lists numerous parcels with assessed taxes and owner unknown or named, dated March in 1810 with references to legal actions and court processes.
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