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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1908
Page
2
Authorized supporters announce Arthur Hartsell as a candidate for sheriff in Barn County. If nominated and elected he pledges to improve county business administration and public services ahead of the Republican primary on April 3.
Town columns discuss Carmack and Patterson in Tennessee politics. Mentions Carmack’s push for direct primaries, Cox and Bryan Club ties, and alleged voting irregularities in Louisiana. Notes newspaper rivaling factions, quotes critics, and cites Armistead literature and GOP maneuvering.
A Nashville American critique describes alleged unfair county primaries, claims about minority misrepresentation, and critiques Gov Patterson’s administration. It also notes a Brushy Mountain coal mine dispute, asserts the prison board posted a record profit, and attributes Carmack’s gubernatorial bid to political maneuvering amid party faction tensions.
The report notes Gov Patterson may have reversed on adopting a state primary. It recalls past positions by Carmack and Armistead, highlighting changes in stance, delegates' selection methods, and questions about political motivations and timing.
A collection of editorials and letters from Tennessee papers discusses political maneuvering for governor, noting candidates Patterson and Carmack, debates promised, and the role of party dynamics. It references judges and legal figures like Judge Bell, emphasizes public trust and integrity, and jests about candidates’ hair and temperaments while urging a fair contest.
Strong support for William J Bryan dominates talk of Tennessee politics. Delegates will be instructed for Bryan at the state convention to nominate governor and electors for the Denver National Convention. The June 17 Capitol gathering will choose twelve electors and shape the Tennessee delegation while seeking harmony in nominating a presidential candidate.
The Danlap Tribune notes the Carmack and Patterson factions favor different primaries, approves the direct primary and urges backing the eventual nominee after votes. It recalls Tennessee’s evolving primary history and reflects on initial hostile press reception to legalizing primary elections.
The State Democracy executive committee at Nanaville last week adopted the primary unit plan to nominate the next governor candidate. The paper urges a clean, dignified campaign from Gov Patterson and Mr Carmack, warning against falsehood and personal bitterness. It calls for forbearance to avoid factionalism and urges both sides to conduct open, high-minded debates.
An old advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as a constitutional remedy attacking the blood and mucous surfaces to destroy the disease. It claims a $100 reward for any case not cured and urges sending for testimonials. Also promotes Hall's Pain Pills for constipation.
Nashville March 1 ex senator Carmack and Gov Patterson disclosed a plan for joint debates. Patterson accepts the challenge and proposes a full focus on state administration in a pre-debate speech. Carmack names Armistead to arrange the talks and the first April start is suggested. Bell endorsed by Gallatin bar for reelection to the supreme bench.
Charleston and Clinchfield and Ohio will operate from the old stand as the South and Western era ends. The company, formerly the Charleston Cincinnati and Chicago line, plans to resume early, with March 2 stockholders meeting to decide on workforce and timeline. Bristol and Blountville reports note Republican factions in Sullivan county held meetings to name delegates to the state convention and to endorse party officials.
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