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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1915
Page
3
A Johns Hopkins expert advised the senator to give up strenuous work and pursue higher altitude vigorous outdoor exercise due to long term physical unfitness.
J. B. Butcher and George M. Trotter, both of Knoxville, were unanimously elected state councilor and treasurer of the Junior Order United American Mechanics of Tennessee. Columbia was chosen as the next meeting site. Other officers were elected or nominated with results pending final vote counts.
The 21st annual convention of the United Daughters of America and related groups met in Johnson City with Mrs. Eugene Crutcher of Nashville as state president addressing attendees. A fund raising and business session concluded with officer elections. An open competitive examination for Clerk Carrier was announced for the Johnson Post Office on June 12, 1915.
In May New York's social scene swirls with spring festivities despite rain. Women wear up to date gowns rich with taffeta lace and circular skirts, while dancers move to maxixe and fox trot as diners gaze at sleek tables and swift modern style. A standout auburn gown with Chantilly lace and blue flowers highlights the period look.
A fashion piece outlines hoop skirts and knee length petticoats replaced by clever early winter ensembles. It highlights net dresses, yellow faille gowns, Dresden like beauty, embroidery wreaths, and crinoline frocks. The article notes Swiss frocks, Dolly Varden taffetas, and lace creations with refined accessories. Mrs E G Lyle visits city. plans Chattanooga trip with companions.
R C Blackburn of 118 Buffalo St Johnson City reports marked relief from kidney pain backache rheumatic shoulder pain and dizziness after using Dean's Kidney Pills. He urges others to try the 50 cent remedy from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY and dealers.
In a crowded auditorium critics praise short full skirted frocks with tight bodices and puffed sleeves. Designers Doucet Paquin and Worth showcase satin gowns, rose palettes, color facings, and an Oriental tissue cape in peacock hues as a climax to the spring display.
Nashville newspaper reports the Senate approved the bill calling for a statewide election to decide whether a constitutional convention should be held. The House had previously passed the measure.
A. B. Miller, 18, a Democrat and prominent Limestone citizen, has been appointed postmaster at Limestone to succeed E. E. Pence, who has held the office for several years.
St Louis May 10 Bishop E E Hoss of Nashville was assigned to conferences for the coming year in China Japan Korea Cuba and Australia by the college of bishops of the Methodist Episcopal Church South. He will preside over these conferences half a world away.
Mr. Noah St John returns home after visiting his nephew Frank St John and Mrs St John and his niece Mrs James Martin in Johnson City. Miss Evelyn Armbrust stayed with her cousin Mrs Will McCain and headed home to Johnson City. Mrs Norman H Masengill visits her Maryland home with her brother F H Neal and his little daughter from Jefferson NC and sister Mrs Ralph Boyd of Johnson City.
Washington on May 8 reports Senator John Shields, after days of studying government jurisdiction over water power, traveled to Baltimore to consult a prominent Johns Hopkins medical professional for advice.
In Chattanooga on May 10 Senator John K. Shields said the incident was piracy on the high seas and expressed confidence that President Wilson will handle the situation for the best of all in line with the cabin et. He arrived to participate in the inspection of the Tennessee river.
City of Johnson City Tennessee calls supplemental registration for voters who changed residence or reached age of majority since last registration. Sessions run May 25 26 27 1915 at ward booths. Those not registering cannot vote in city election June 6 1915. Also an unrelated advertisement promotes Sloan's Liniment for rheumatic pain with a 25¢ bottle offer.
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