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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1895
Page
2
Fragments show local political friction with Hart’s supporters and Beckner’s fall, amid broader talk of mayoral strategy and party divisions. National notes include a potential Bering Sea treaty, U S revenue tax labor, and Germany cattle dispute on the eve of a diplomatic win.
The article reviews U S policy debates on European tariff retaliation, Spain's apology over Cuba, and the Monroe doctrine. It notes President Cleveland's cautious approach, opposition to jingoism, and the likely handling of Spain no longer seeking war while Britain’s Nicaragua threat is weighed for potential breach of doctrine.
The commission condemns Fite and Estill for their involvement with a penitentiary project. Mitchell offered money to gain their favorable judgment, calling the act a bribe. The editorial asserts the officials could not ethically accept such a price for disinterested advice.
The article recounts disputes involving Jol. Fite, Mitchell, and Col. Fite over a payment tied to a debt and a promised difference for the Gockrill farm. It asserts the money was accepted as debt settlement rather than a bonus, while acknowledging lingering questions about integrity and official propriety. It notes distrust of the involved officials and expresses regret from the Memphis Commercial Appeal.
State Superintendent Frank M. Smith assaulted Senator Butler of Dolmson county in the private comptroller's office at the Capitol around 1 AM. Smith struck twice with a stick and then again as Butler turned. Butler, bleeding from a two inch forehead gash, was treated at Maxwell House. Butler said the dispute stemmed from remarks by Smith about political support and a long standing feud.
Across the state reports note the Mosey Creek Visitor was suspended. Newbern saw a small tobacco shipment of about 10,000 dollars last week. A new Pythian lodge is to be established at Cowan on April 9. A claimed smallpox case in Collierville proved to be unfounded.
Samuel Neill Rogersville businessman died on the 20th. Cleveland rates rise from 35 to 6M starting April 1. Croasville Times notes cold season ends as wild geese head north. South Pittavory pushes to move American Safety Match Company from Pennsylvania. Greeneville Odd Fellows prepare for the Grand Lodge meeting in October.
The April number of a periodical previews articles by Edward Atkinson on price trends and by Ian Buch McMaster on finance and government. It showcases illustrations, reviews, and features on Pineapples and Grapefruit, table decoration, recipes, novels, poems, and fashion. The issue promises diverse literary and artistic content with stories by Fawcett and Matthews and a focus on popular women’s wear.
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