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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1912
Page
2
The item notes Harmon candidate with Bryan era support and Gov Patterson official Dr Lucing Brown slated for Taft administration. It reports a Nashville resident dying at 108 and a Johnson county man killed by a released mule during a failed uplift.
Nashville Democrat reports Governor Wade Hooper criticizes uniforming convicts in gray as a Confederate color. He denounces The Democrat as false and accuses Democrats of ballot box stuffing and crook politics. He notes prison officials discussed a shade of gray for garb and questions motives behind reform efforts.
The Nashville Democrat notes Gov. Judson Harmon of Ohio stands out as a strong Democratic presidential candidate who has avoided self promotion. Supporters urge a more systematic national campaign, praising his dignified approach amid a slowly organized effort. The Chicago Inter Ocean comments on prominent Democrats backing Harmon.
Northern Illinois volunteers establish a Chicago headquarters backing Governor Harmon of Ohio for the presidency. They praise his sobriety and clear thinking amid Democratic turmoil, urging sober minded allies to unite, raise their voices, and push a strong aggressive campaign. Ohio has carried for Harmon while the nation falters.
Local testimony from Mrs Annie E Dinkle of Johnson City Toon describes back and kidney pains eased by Doan's Kidney Pills from Whit House Drug Co. She reports dizziness headaches and nervousness subsiding after use with permanent improvement. Sold nationwide by Foster Milburn Co Hallalo N Y as sole agents. Remember the name Doan's.
Nashville March 16. In a sweeping opinion the Tennessee supreme court today for the second time upheld the statute prohibiting the manufacture of intoxicating liquors in the state. Lem Motlow owner of Jack Daniel distillery faced two cases in Moore county circuit court, was found guilty and fined 250 with ninety days in jail in each. Motlow’s attorney said the cases would be carried to the U S supreme court.
Peoria business leader F M Harrington of Harrington Manufacturing Co recounts relief from long standing digestion and constipation after using Cald wells Syrup Pepsin. He guarantees results and offers a free sample bottle by mail from Pepsi Syrup Co Monticello Ill. Bottles sold for one dollar at dealers.
Washington March 1 Paul D Sargent assistant director office of public roads will hold a roads conference in Nashville during the southern commercial congress open to road superintendents officials legislators and county officials to discuss improved road construction funding and highway commissions Ken Lucky among eight leaders national progress highlights Georgia Missouri South Carolina Alabama Tennessee Florida Maryland New York Washington Pennsylvania New Jersey with 10114 miles improved since 1909
The Barton Implement, Feed and Seed Company held a grand opening at their new Imp rvement Hall on Saturday March 16 drawing nearly a thousand visitors. Demonstrations featured seven factory experts and a Universal stone crusher driven by a one horse power engine. About 1200 attendees watched prize drawings awarding 20 valuable items to winners from Unicoi Johnson City and nearby towns.
Mrs Robert Tal toe ile Mie wemor senator Frank attended at home Thursday evening. Guests included Mrs Taylor and Mrs Wright formerly of Hyrlstof who now resides in Washington. Wright, recently arrived, joins the Tennessee circle along with Miss Kennedy and Meyers, two visitors attending Brintal serves. Additional callers were Mrs Paul Dulancy of Kristal and others during reception hours.
A Johnson City rail depot is assured with a deal closed for a site east of the railroad between Market and Roan streets. Construction is expected after weather break, and a nearby land purchase confirms a new freight depot will rise on the opposite road side.
A Burlington Route employee promotes low fare Colonist tickets to the Far West and Pacific Coast. The limited sale offers cheap, comfortable travel with seating free on certain routes. Send inquiries to the address provided for details and booking.
Jonesboro March 8. C Leab a Leesburg farmer brother of County Court Clerk W C Leab sells his property and plans to locate in the west. Niles Osborne and mother Mrs Florence Osborne and Mrs Chas Keys depart for Iowa City to reside. Ben Frazier son of I B Frazier Cherokee passes through after a long travels. Miss Stella Colling resigns Limestone high school to attend Valparaiso university. County board of education suspends all county schools March 21 22 for East Tennessee Teachers Association meeting in Johnson City. Mary Bailes burned clothing from her body last Saturday night and is in danger of death though hope remains. Hardin Epps returning from Philadelphia sanitarium much improved in health. He is son of Attorney James Epps.
Stillman Green of Malachite Col claims doctors predicted two years to live but Dr. King's New Discovery cured his consumption coughs and lung trouble. He praises the remedy as safe with price one dollar and a free trial bottle offered at Miller's.
An old city drug store ad promises Zemo cleansers as instant cures for irritated skin and scalp. It invites men, women, and children to try a warm bath with Zemo soap and a single application for swift relief. Sold by Johnson City City Drugstore and P. L. Gregory, pharmacists.
Judge Mahton Pitney of New Jersey, confirmed as a US Supreme Court justice to succeed the late Hyprian, is well known in Johnson City as a stockholder in the B. T. and W. N.J.G. railroad extending 34 miles to the Aranberry Tron mines in North Carolina. George W. Hardin has succeeded him as director. Mothers and Others are advised to use Hucklen's Arnica Salve for eczema rashes and burns, 25 cents at H. C. Miller's.
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