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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1898
Page
2
A crowded Johnson City column covers a local county clerk candidacy, Republican senator nomination, and plans to gut the furnace from a local corporation. It notes Spanish forces evacuating Cavite, volunteer regiments forming, and tax debates on tobacco. Also includes humorous quips about editors and a broader naval gamble with Spanish fleets.
A chaotic message touts Adver Yor outreach and a retired minister to lead home missions while merging war era orders. Separate items cover U S war department staffing moves and a controversial Hawaii annexation caucus shaping congressional debate among Democrats amid security and funding reforms.
Notice to taxpayers under the 1807 acta Chapter 210 provides that from the first Tuesday in February tax books in the recorder's hands have force of judgment and the recorder may issue distress warrants to collect such duties by levying on the taxpayer's personality. No distress warrants are issued before June 1 and a 10 percent penalty is added after that date. G. C. Cuaxpien, Recorder.
The piece argues annexation will become a party issue in the House. It notes that while a party caucus could oppose annexation, it cannot sway Democrats committed to it. It claims the Democratic Party as a whole did not endorse Cleveland’s anti annexation policy and cites signs of opposition.
Philadelphia capitalists plan to locate a large manufacturing plant for boxes in Unicoi County with five saw mills and timber purchases. Lumber will ship east for market while unmerchantable material goes to Johnson City for box manufacture. Names of parties withheld but plant to be established immediately.
An 19th century note extols the term mother and urges expectant mothers to avoid danger. It claims that proper support and products make childbirth natural and easy, enhancing mother and child safety and strength after confinement.
Testimonial fragment describing maternal labor experiences and birth anecdotes tied to Mother's Friend product. Mentions Ursprison Dam in Carmi Illinois and a promotional note from The Bradfield Regulator Company Atlanta Georgia.
The war situation centers on Admiral Cervera’s fleet reportedly at San Juan with six armored ships possible after joining the ships Pelayo and Carlos V. The US seeks to block Cuba while guarding the coast. Blanco strengthens Havana defenses and begins a coast telegraph service. Commodore Schley may join Sampson’s squadron as diplomatic notes confirm U S receipt through Ambassador Hay.
Local items report visits by Rev Bunn and Rev Peters, a poke supper at the new schoolhouse to raise funds, drug store updates, a double funeral, and illnesses. One man was jailed after a train incident. Quarterly meeting and a first visit by Rev E F Kahle are noted with sermon details and a Sunday sacrament.
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