Accident Stirs Mourning In Miner Neighborhood
An elderly man named Wes Cromviite was killed in a mining area on a Tuesday morning while with Emory Allen loading brews. The funeral was held Friday with Rev. We PF Dove officiating. The community remembers his long service and mourns the loss, with many local names attending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toy Wes Cromviite
Emory Allen
Goa
Fey
Rew
Milla
Féceisel
West
Wien
Chee
Town Company Plans Site For Elizabethton Growth
The cooperative Town Company announced Elizabethton as the chosen site after delays caused by land complications. Officials expect a public prospectus this week, with work to begin when ready. Residents celebrate persistent efforts by Col Toneray and partners amid optimism for regional prosperity.
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Co-operative Town Company
Beilingnol
Tonoray
George KE
Boren
Washington
Col Toneray
Elizabethton
Hind
Fnstead
Elizaberhton
Johnson City
Elizabethson
Comet
Cook
Col
Tonaray
U Co
Ula Seotind
Local notes from Fall Branch and vicinity
Fall Branch Nema Prof Floyd Brunner and Mrs Mary A Dykes visited the city last Sunday. Mr and Mrs A Moulton hosted Braz Moore and daughter from Tow, lace last Thursday. Sermon at Baptist Church noted as well as many local visits. Dr George R Duncan visited Goshen Hawkins County. Country health reported improving.
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Fall Branch
Nema
Floyd Brunner
Sullivan Co
City
Mary A. Dykes
Wichy
LA ‘Bray
Dito, Cox
Meadow Brook
Braz Moore and Daughter
Tove , Lace
Apent
A. It. Moulton
Rector
George R. Duncan
Goshen
Hawking County
Syrup Of Pigs Promoted For Bodily Cleansing
A touted remedy claims to be produced from laxative and nutritious figs combined with plants “most beneficial” to humans. It is said to act gently on the kidney liver and bowels, cleansing the system dispelling colds and headaches and curing habitual constipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
South Watauga Tannery Teachers Attend Institute Session
South Watauga reports J F Ramendell from Bristol takes a post at Ranges Academy Tannery as county teachers and Miss Lula Wilson leads a session with prominent educators. A nearby train mishap nearly caused a wreck as a metal car broke loose and brakeman halted it. two children lose parents to whooping cough. local tradesmen assist Bristol furnace work. Campbell hosts ladies data sale.
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Ranges Academy
Hus
Lula Wilson
Mason
Jonesboro
Vance
Here
Campbell. Dass & Co
Strayed or Stolen Heifer Reward Offered in Tennessee
A speckled light roan heifer about thirteen years old, milk producing, with ear notches and hip scar, is missing. A reward is offered for her return or information to Wm. C. Garland, near Johnson City, Tennessee. The fragment mentions melancholic days and references a bride, a cough, and a Conyah noted in garbled text.
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Wm. C. Garland
Wiles
Johnson City
Tenn
Local Notes From Jonesboro And Surroundings
Jonesboro reports visiting residents and town news including Dr. E. E. Hoss from Nashville, Jobo Bell reorganizing Comer subscriptions, J. B. Simpson visiting his old home in Macon Illinois, and property transfers such as T. H. Reeves selling Buck Horn Place to L. H. Weaver. The Presbyterian dime social at Mrs. Fannie's raised funds for charity, rail line survey through town sparks debate on taxation and competition, and ads promote Electric Bitters and Hall's Catarrh Cure with testimonials from Toledo druggists.
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Jobo Bell
J. B. Simpson
Jonesboro
Macon
Ill
Louisville, Cumberland Gap and Atlantic Railroad
Rons
Leva
Wanted an energetic man for farm implement canvass
An active man familiar with farm work is sought to canvass Washington County on a good commission for three months beginning at once. Sell a specialized implement needed by every farmer in the county. Agent must furnish his own horse and wagon. Good references required with application. Address B F Avery and Sons 392 2 Louisville Ky.
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Washington County
B.F. Avery & Sons
Louisville
Swift Specific touted as a cure by local reader letter
A Maine resident endorses Swift's Specific for his sickly son, claiming dramatic recovery after multiple bottles. The ad explains the product fights blood taint and germs, offers free literature, and promotes Swift Specific Co. Atlanta, Ga. It also references Dr King’s new discovery for consumption and a free trial at M A McFarland & Co. Pharmacy with 50c and 100 price options.
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Gatre
Swift Specific Co
Atlanta
Abraham
Emerson
M. A. McFarland & Co
Kum belting now in stock from Staver and Summana
Operators of machinery are informed that Kum belting of the New York stamp in all sizes is now in stock at Staver and Summana and can be furnished without custom variation or ordering delays.
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New York
Tf Staver & Summana
Turf Roofs From Bavaria Atop Village Homes
A fragment mentions a turf roof idea by George Mayer of Bavaria, laid over boards and tarred paper for damp and fire protection, then turf six inches thick. Flowers and grasses can be sown on the turf, creating a living roof. The note cites Elizabeth E. Evans in Kate Field's Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Archilverard
George Mayer
Bavaria
Elizabeth E. Evans
Kate Field
Washington
A List of Lucky Things To Do
A fragment from a Philadelphia Ledger and an Exchange joke recount quirky superstitions and misheard advice on luck. It lists acts thought lucky such as taking a morning test bid, spitting on a coin, or seating an unmarried person between a married couple, plus charms like snails, eggs, bread crusts, holes in a coly, a horseshoe, or a four leaf clover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zack
Philadelphia Ledger
Syrup of Figs Promises Gentle, Prompt Digestive Aid
The advertisement extols Syrup of Figs as a pleasant tasting remedy that cleanses the kidneys, liver, and bowels, dispels fevers and headaches, and cures habitual constipation. It claims unique, healthful ingredients and broad availability in 50 cent and 1 dollar bottles, urging buyers not to accept substitutes and noting San Francisco Louisville New York as locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Fig Syrup CO
San Francisco
Cal
Louisville
New York
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Teo
Smith
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Rev. Heide
M. B. Church
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Tewnessee
Easied
Iwele
A. F P. Simpson
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Walker’s Park
JK. P. Galloway
J. H. C. Staples
Kine Drick's Creek
Will Dirk
Suoslay
J. L. Shepherd
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Thos, Bachman
Clover Bottom
South Watauga
J. F. Ramendell
Tanning Uu
Bristol
George Hell
Stuttgard
Germany
Olean
N. Y
A. m
Elizabeth Won
Dodge
Wm.g. Fair
A. H. Harneck
A. R. Wing
Bride of Heart
E. E. Hoss
Nashville
Baxter
John Jobe
Loretind
T. H. Reeves
Buck Horn Place
L. H. Weaver
Rindleville
N. C
Presbyterian Church
J. K.P. Hall
Greene County
J. J. Hunt
Soldat M. A
McFarland & Co
Montana
Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Prop’s
Toledo
Ohio
F. J. Cheney
West & Traax
Obio
Walding, Kinnan and
Marvin
Drauggists
Far West
Pension Office
Dr. Pierce
San Diego
Mount Fairview
Harris
Rem
Dora
Grandemmma
Damley
Dumley
Charter Oak Range
Avis
Johnson City Tin & Stove Co
Express
Bradfield Regulator
Atlante
Richau
Lake
Wielrwre
Vetor
Tad Odem
Thane
Sizer
Ame Verve
Lichau
Richards
Vasice Breet
Howe Iil
Corre
Tors
Luna Fierae
Ted
Willy
J.D. Faucette & Co
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