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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1912
Page
2
A political appeal urges Democrats to support Wilson, Marshall, and McMillin. It warns against voting for McMillin by a Democrat loyal to Hooper and notes big business opposition to Wilson. The piece asks readers to fund the campaign, stating the people pay Wilson's expenses and inviting all Democrats to contribute regardless of amount.
The Chattanooga Times contends Malcolm R Patterson’s opening speech reveals a clear, logical grasp of national and Tennessee issues, praising his intellect and courage while noting enemies may misread it. The piece contrasts Patterson with Hooper, urging fair, educated readers to judge without prejudice.
The Contributors' National Wilson and Marshall league led by W. G. McAdoo aims to raise funds for the national Democratic campaign via popular subscriptions. Certificates of contribution in multiple denominations will be issued and circulated to aid fundraising efforts. Contributors' names and addresses go to room 1,368, Fifth Avenue Building, New York City for records.
The Burlington route presents personally conducted excursions to California aimed at travelers with modest means. The program promises reliable service and comfortable, well managed travel, hoping to attract travelers through through parties and special conductor guided routes.
Col Roosevelt visited the Tristate fair near Memphis and Jackson to rally supporters. He praised the Progressive party as independent from Republicans and Democrats, urging all progressives to maintain a distinct line against the major parties. Crowds cheered despite rain as he spoke at the fairgrounds. Owen sought warmth at the Country Club before the train departure.
Patterson's supporters fill the Nachyile auditorium as he speaks on democracy under Woodrow Wilson and defends the Cooper case. The crowd cheers his Prohibition stance, scorns political hypocrites, and shows strong backing with many handshakes at the end.
The Republican nominee Aid Pupper pitches a cross party appeal to ex Democrats and ex Republicans, claiming the progressive cause isn’t sectional. He notes support from Union and Confederate veterans and stresses unity beyond factional lines as he positions the campaign.
A court notice names E. Bennett C. Lasher and all creditors of White City Laundry Company Sather and Bennett Coleman and Nave. It describes a pending proceeding with bond and asset matters and directs further steps, setting dates and indicating the court involved. The document records defendants names and the action to proceed with bond and claims, dated Sept 4.
The Mil sworn to that Henr ietta Roberts is a non resident of Tennessee. Publication for four successive weeks in The Comet of Johnson City. She is ordered to appear before the Clerk and Master to answer the bill filed against her by default. Appearance due on or before the first Monday in October 1912. September 10, 1912 JW Cass Clerk and Master Divine Guinn Sols 1470.
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