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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1893
Page
5
The item lists local names and activities including John Mongle in Bristol, A.A. Taylor, Kirkpatrick, Bert Tipton, John C. Smith, Mrs. Grossman, and Misses Matthews and Kincannon visiting or staying in town. Mentions cigars at M Jackson's, a show in Bristol, doctors on trips, a bakery and reading circle, and a city concert by J. B. Hurst and Joe Alderson with Christmas week entertainment.
Pie. W. H. Ray of Johnson City is named United States deputy material for Washington county with duties in the eastern division of East Tennessee. A longtime advocate and tireless worker, he has safeguarded the community and earned the new post.
George King with his dogs went out to tree a bear but captured a large black coon instead. He took charge of the animal himself, ordering the dogs away. The piece then promotes Stockton's Antiseptic as the best spring medicine, sold by Bee Hive Drug Store.
An ad proclaims price loyalty and spot cash terms for all shoppers. It boasts low prices, cash-down delivery, and a wide selection to lure old customers and new while claiming recent New York sourcing to undercut rivals.
The New York Racket Store on Broadway advertises five thousand yards of calico at 5 cents per yard and a thousand yards of ginghams at 5 cents per yard, priced below common 8 and 10 cent levels. The listing repeats the store and office addresses for reference.
A large labor force works on the Norfolk and Western line from Wisecourthouse to Ramsey. Two miles of the road are graded ready for ties and grading continues despite winter approaching. The project promises rapid progress with the iron horse to arrive at an early date.
The president designates November thirtieth as a day of thanksgiving and praise, urging nationwide observance with worship, charity, and family gatherings. Included is a note from Warren Q. Gresham, Secretary of State, and an advertisement for Tyner's Dyspepsia Remedy featuring Mia Antony Duncan praising its benefits.
Death of Capt. M. T. Smith at 68 after weeks of illness brights disease. A respected city leader and veteran, he leaves a wife and three children. Hundreds attend the burial with floral tributes as old comrades recall his wartime service and civic work. The obituary notes the piece was intended for last week but published now.
An advertisement for Buckley's Arnica Salve promotes its use for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and skin eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or money back and lists a price of 26 cents per box with McFarland & Co as the seller.
Sam D. Stuart of Jonesboro died at his home Wednesday morning at 7 30. He was 23 and survived by a wife and child after 14 months of marriage. Known as a honest and capable businessman, Stuart left many friends and was an active church member. The community extends condolences to the bereaved family with faith in reunion after death.
The advertisement asserts Dr Hale's Household Ointment cures cuts bruises burns sprains frost bite chilblains eczema salt rheum piles and more It claims to be the greatest pain and skin cure and guarantees its claims McFarland Co sells 2bc and Cc boxes with a large size marketed as cheapest
Rev W B Neighbors, pastor of Market Street Methodist Church, preached an excellent sermon to children last Sunday. He has been in town only a few Sundays but his pulpit manner draws admirers and his congregation is increasing with promising prospects for a strong ministerial year. Nearby ads promote grocery and oyster offerings at M Jacksons and the City Restaurant on Spring Street, along with sewing needles and a Kentucky Cherokee tobacco recommendation.
A lodge committee of Arcana Lodge No 459 drafts resolutions for departed brother Jan A Carnon Carson who died September 19 1898. They express grief and praise his life and character, offer sympathy to his family, and request publication in local papers and minutes.
A garnet scarf pin has been found and the finder will be rewarded by Crandall and Wofford. Leave the item at their office at 484-tl for collection.
Notice that the partnership of J. F. Dyer & Co is dissolved. John Sander will collect the firm’s debts and settle outstanding indebtedness from firm business, dated Oct. 25 1893.
A shipment of California dried fruit arrives at M. Jacksons drawing admiration from shoppers. The novelty line promises rich flavors and serves as a fixture in local fruit displays.
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