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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1904
Page
2
Advertisement promotes Scott's Emulsion as a nutritious fattening aid for those unable to eat ample bread milk or meat. It claims to build bone flesh blood and nerve, offers a free sample, lists Scott & Bowne chemists in New York, and notes availability through druggists. An unrelated political clipping mentions irrigation campaigning and local election shifts with candidate chatter.
The Johnson City municipal election drew sharp lines over whiskey policy as voters chose between T. A. Vines and W. J. Barton. Wet and dry factions won alderman seats in wards one through three while Democrats captured several city posts, shaping a board likely to limit the mayor’s power.
A press report from the Manufacturers' Record states Chesapeake and Ohio Railway surveys extend from Whitehouse Kentucky toward Elkhorn City Virginia and Prestonsburg Floyd County. Engineer M. O. Hawkins notes the line currently reaches Paintsville and Prestonsburg with an expected 1905 target to Elkhorn City, detailing grades and downstream output like coal and timber.
A report from the recorder of Jobson County cites Jim GoinsConvicted for illicit liquor sale fined 10, and D A Vines allegedly compromised the case for 1000. The same Goins case later reached the circuit court at Jonesboro, resulting in conviction and a six month jail term. the higher court affirmed. D A Vines, candidate for mayor, claimed he was framed and pledged to quit if records prove the accusation true.
An ad touts Trethina for teething ills and Prethina aiding digestion for children of any age. It claims teething becomes easier and prices at 25 cents. Also mentions World’s Fair admissions total and a push by Louisville residents to seek Andrew Carnegie for a larger public library grant.
The court orders a hearing on the discharge petition for November 18 1004 at 10:00 AM in Knoxville before Judge G D Clark. Known creditors will receive notice by mail and publication in The Comet as required.
Local advisory highlights that proper protection can save hundreds yearly from rain and fire damage. The message promotes trusted insurers and safety services representing top companies in the state.
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