Sevier biography sparks debate on birth and deeds
A May 6 supplement asserts Gov John Sevier was born in 1740 and died in 1819 at 75, but sources like Gilmore and official records place his birth at 1746 and death at 1815. The piece contrasts Watauga settlement leaders James Robertson and Sevier, noting early self-governing efforts and the Mecklenberg claim versus the 1772 Watauga Association.
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Manifold Cyclopedia
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Gilmore
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Newmarket
Virginia Line
Blue Hidge Mountains
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Tennessee
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Wataiga Association
North Carolina
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Medial Society Opens Session in Nashville May 15
The State Medical Society began business by admitting several new members and hearing the auditing committee report on a treasurer's report showing receipts and cash on hand. Officers were elected for various Tennessee regions and a committee to preserve association records was appointed. Reading and discussion filled the day, followed by an X ray exhibition.
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Tenn
State Medial Society
W. K. Powell
Dorseyville
J. A. Crook
Jackson
West Tennessee
R. Miller
Knoxville
East Tennessee
D. J. Roberts
Middle Tennessee
W.D. Haggard, Jr
BE. Nelson
Chattannooga
J. Barrin Lindsay
B. B. Lenoir
Lenoir City
G. B. Thornton
Memphis
Officeholders Oppose Constitutional Convention Debate
A regional column questions if current officeholders oppose a constitutional convention for selfish reasons while arguing that reform is needed to reduce taxation and enable industrial growth. It contrasts Georgia and Tennessee systems and praises public-spirited officials amid calls for accountability. In Waverly Ohio, a farmer John Brooks wrestles a snake to free his child and save the boy, but the mother collapses into convulsions.
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Nashville Sun
Waverly
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John Brooks
X Ray Technique Uses Silk to Grade Cocoons
The Handy X-Ray method applies Roentgen rays to cocoon testing. Silk specialists photograph technoralis inside cocoons to distinguish males from females.Male cocoons yield greater silk output, while female chrysalis show distinct internal features in the image.
Durant Asr Farcon Says Governor to Pardon
In San Francisco on May 15 Theo dore Durant through his attorney seeks clemency from Gov Budd for the murder case of Blanche Lamont. They claim John Rosenberg of San Quentin confessed to the crime for $700, a Russian sailor motive hinted, while urging the governor to consider possible unfair trial and prejudiced public sentiment.
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John Rosenberg
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Sacramento
Rosenberg
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Germany
Marcel
Durant
San Quentin Prison
Editor's Pay Highlighted by Georgia Journalist
A Georgia newspaper man vows to quit journalism claiming editors are unfairly unpaid. He contrasts the payments to doctors ministers undertakers and editors in birth ceremonies christenings marriages and funerals noting editors receive minimal or no compensation despite handling the event coverage.
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Georgia
News and Courier
Boy Dies From Peach Seed Poisoning in Liberty Ohio
May 14 reports Harry Knabel four year old son of Mr and Mrs Adam Knabel found and ate several old peach seeds. He fell ill quickly and died in great agony from prussic acid poisoning, as kernels of peach seeds are rich in this toxin.
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Adam Knabel
Poor Blood Poor Blood
An old time health ad proclaims that poor blood weakens strength like a cold house or frail horse. It touts Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil with Hypophosphites as the best remedy to enrich blood, claiming cures for tired nerves, poor digestion, and worn appearance.
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ATT & Bowne
New York
Remarkable Pine-Turtonoy remedy praised by patient
A testimonial describes long serious illness with cough and pains, claiming traditional doctors failed for twenty years until a “wonderful remedy” from Dr. Belly PineTys- Howey eased the condition quickly. The writer asserts the remedy saved their life and strongly endorses it.
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Dr. Belly PineTys- Howey
TROF BARNARD AIRSHIP SECOND TRIP LIGHT SEEN
Nashville reports Prof Barnard’s airship gains altitude after a difficult start and drifts northeast above the city before landing near Madison twelve miles east. He says steering with a bicycle pedal device works in light wind though opposing eighty mph winds remains impossible, with plans for further trials.
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Tenn
Barnard
Centennial Grounds
Madison
Prof. Barnard
Smoke Cure For Severe Finger Wound By Woolen Rags
A San Francisco Chronicle note describes using smoke from burning woolen rags to dull pain and prevent lockjaw after a machine needle pierced a woman’s finger. The smoke treatment, though unpleasant, allegedly removed pain from the wound and aided healing when the needle broke in flesh. It cites another wrist to elbow wound cured similarly.
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San Franciscn Chronicle
Burglaries and arrests shock Knoxville crowd
Sheriff Groner and deputies arrest a woman and seven men on burglary and concealing stolen goods charges in Knoxville. The Easley couple owned a three story house where over $10,000 in jewelry was recovered. Officers seized fifty five gold watches and three pistols during the raid. Additional items span local politics, health ads, and university admissions notices amid a period of crime and social updates.
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Groner
Alf Easley
Easley
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Sold By McFarland Co
Bucklen's Arnica Salve marketed as the neat salve for cuts bruises and skin ailments. advertised by McFarland & Co offering the product for sale.
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Arnica
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