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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1906
Page
1
A historical ad-style text praises Dr Shonp's Restorative as a cure for weak and ailing hearts. It claims to restore vigor by stimulating nerves and kidneys, with generic claims of strengthening muscles and improving vitality for patients with heart disease.
An old style ad touts Dr Shoop's restorative for piles claiming quick relief and positive results. It promises painless, visible improvement with a nickel capped glass bottle sold widely by dealers at ten cents.
A card from G. L. Smith thanking Johnson City voters for their support after being nominated for mayor by a citizens meeting and endorsed by the party convention. The note states the platform resolutions guiding his nomination and expresses gratitude to the electorate.
A writ of attachment issued by Justice G. Lee in Watlington county targets Yo Pred Hayes for a 5.00 debt to Norfolk & Western Official Gatnie Walter Henderson. The case, filed by attorney Thorne Hart, states Hayes must appear December 9, 1906 in the Ninth Civil District, Washington County, or a default will be entered.
Patterson elected governor by decisive majority while Hannah and Avent win railroad commissioner posts. Democratic candidates triumph in congressional races and control the legislature. Davidson County and Hamilton County back Patterson with large majorities as the party claims a revitalized, united state. The Nashville American notes strong party discipline and praises Patterson and the Democratic press for their role in the win.
A feature on Malcolm R Patterson of Memphis, future Tennessee governor, detailing his birth in Somerville Alabama on June 7 1861 and career from attorney general of Shelby County to congressman for the Tenth District. The piece notes his education at Christian Brothers College and Vanderbilt, law practice, early political start, key campaigns, and a pivotal 1900 victory that propelled him to statewide prominence. It highlights his campaign style, vocal opposition to Republican policies, and his decisive nomination and acclamatory election for governor.反
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