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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1895
Page
1
A stream of era reflections and political jests cites free silver debates and Monroe doctrine cautions. It jokes about Memphis bank talks, gold as money, Mars observations, and newspaper barons under corporate sway, interweaving names like Carlisle and Crisp with satirical takes on law and fashion.
Listing of fabrics with per yard prices including prints Best Qualities 4 and 5 cents Percales 6 10 and 12 4 cents Ginghams 5 and 6 cents Fine Zephyr Ginghams 10 and 12 4 cents Printed Dimities 10 and 15 cents Printed Piqua 15 cents White Goods over 30 styles per yard 6 to 00 cents.
The U S Supreme Court denied Virginia's bid to redraw the Tennessee boundary for restoring a mark. It refused because the bill was filed in 1893 and cannot be acted on this term, noting the 1808 compact line remains in effect and no action until next term. Also included are testimonials for Dr King’s New Discovery from Rev Burgus and James Francs praising its benefits for coughs colds and lung issues. Trial bottles free at McFarland & Co.’s Drug Store.
Secretary Carlisle clarifies statements from a Forty fifth Congress speech on the Bland Allision bill. He notes the amendment to buy and coin silver monthly, the 16 to 1 ratio critique, and that silver remains legal tender. Also included are a Chattanooga Times critique of the new assessment law and an American report quoting Leon Trousdale on tax collection timing and costs.
A sales pitch for No-To-Bac by Sterling Remedy Co claims the harmless tobacco cure improves nerves, removes nicotine poison, and strengthens men. The book offers a money back guarantee and free copy with addresses listed in New York and Chicago.
An old advertisement touts N Other Sarsaparinla as combining economy and strength like Hood's. It notes a 100 dose supply for $1 and cites Ramon’s Liver Pill and a Tonic Pellet as components. Claims a perfect treatment with Dr Price's baking powder and other awards.
Irvin g Ill resident Fred Miller reports long severe kidney and back pains with bladder issues. After a year of trialing so called cures he used Electric Bitters and felt immediate relief. An ad claims the remedy aids kidney and liver troubles with quick results at 60 cents a large bottle via McParland & Co. Also included is Johnson City ordinance restricting cattle at large with fines and exemptions for residents and limited cows and calves.
The colored residents of Kansas City were amazed by Joseph K Williams a twenty year old self styled Joseph the colored boy hypnotist He recently left Swift s packing house and claims to be the only colored hypnotist in the United States His acts include hypnotizing a number of locals at Evening Star church and making Squire Taylor perform odd feats before a crowd in the patch between Armour and Fowler plants
Sailors in New York have shown strong demand for a popular summer hat offered in white, black, and brown. The items come plain or ventilated, light and airy, weighing about one ounce, with new arrivals praised for their prettiness and crown styles.
Mars J A Brunner faced a grim scene as 150 pounds was placed on his breast and a heavy hammer used to break a stone in the sight of Rev Abner Windom and a large crowd of colored people. Taylor claimed he felt no shock. Williams is described as shocking people by handshakes, and he reportedly eats glass pieces, noting no apparent harm from the behavior.
An advertisement touts Pennie as a cure for chronic catarrh with testimonials praising rapid improvement. It claims spring is favorable for cure and offers free medical books from Perrin Deng Manufacturing Company of Columbus Ohio. Dr Hartman in Columbus Ohio is also featured for a free cancer book.
Crwaco May 26 Mrs Aubrey eldest daughter of Chief Justice Fuller of the Mid States supreme court was granted a divorce from J Matt Aubrey by Judge Horton yesterday. She did not ask alimony. An arrangement allows the husband to see the two children periodically. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve advertised with claims of curing skin ailments and piles, available from Farland &.
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