Regrets over Judge Butler illness and political tensions
The Greeneville Democrat notes Judge R. Butler's serious illness at Mountain City and warns Cy Ly Ie about punning on names. It surveys Democratic hopes in Congress, GOP fears in seven town districts, and predicts gains to shift the House. References to Samuel Hunt’s tour of the O & BR road and potential rail connections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tue Conwy
R. &. Butler
Mountain City
Cy Ly Ie
Greeneville Democrat
Lyon
Samuel Hunt
Mr. Hunt
Evans R. Dick
B. & E. Road
O. RB
Elizabethton
Johnson City
Democratic plea warns Tennessee voters against apathy
The Obion Democrat notes strong Republican campaigning and canal improment concerns under Governor Black. It urges Democrats to vote on November 8, praising Fowler's leadership and warning that a stay-at-home vote could cost the state ticket, while highlighting registration efforts and local party work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black
Fowler
Fitzpatrick
McMillin
Democratic Party
Tennessee
Obion Democrat
Washington County Fair tasting wines and cakes satire
The piece mocks Cyrus H. Lyle and his Washington County Fair report. It recounts a tasting tour in the pantry department where bread, jelly, cheese, jam, and wines are sampled, ending with empty bottles and plates as a humorous memory of the wine competition.
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Carter
Shelby
Nashville Banner
Cyrus H. Lyle
Billy Kid
Washington County
Cyrus
Joyful Feeling From Syrup of Figs Endures Among Informed
A historical notice praises the exhilarating sense of renewed health and internal cleanliness after using Syrup of Figs. It contrasts the old time medicines and cheap substitutes with the genuine product, produced by the California Fig Syrup Company.
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California Pig Syrap Company
Johnson City Suffers Biggest Fire in History at Racket Store
Fire broke out on Monday morning at the New York Racket Store in Johnson City, destroying the three story building. Firefighters saved about $1,000 worth of goods from the first floor while losses exceeded $40,000 on stock and $7,000 on the building. The blaze, believed to start in the second floor box room, drew crowds as residents watched the wholesale and retail giant burn.
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Johnson City
New York
Beavers
James Range
J. ©. Hart
Tennessee
Bruner
Abe
Tux Comer
Public Speaking by Tennessee Labor Official Across Towns
Gregory P. Ashe assistant commissioner of Labor for Tennessee will address the people on the themes of the flag at multiple dates and cities. Newport October 9 Regan's Station October 17 Rogersville October 18 Greeneville October 21 Limestone October 20 Jonesboro October 21 Johnson City October 22 Elizabethton October 24 Bristol October 25.
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Gregory P. Ashe
Tennessee
Newport
Outeberth
Regan's Station
Rogersville
Greeneville
Limestone
Jonesboro
Johnson City
Elizabethton
Bristol
Sale of land in Johnson City by Clerk and Master
Johnson City Tennessee will auction a one acre parcel tied to the Watauga Water Company decree from 1898. The sale, to set aside pipes and fixtures within the city corporation, will be held Monday November 14 1898 at the courthouse door. Bidder must provide six month credit with interest bearing note and a lien on the property until fully paid. The action suits the complainant for 59470 dollars plus costs and interest.
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Court House
Hart Burrow
Johnson City
Tennesec
Washington County
Tennessee
Roan Street
Euclid Avenue
Shenee
Roan Streat
Watsuga Water Company
A. Bralton
Watuga Water Company
F. A
Watauga Water Company
Proctor Ee Co
Alan
Nloss
Sid
E A. Simey
W. Hopes
Johnson Ity
Lookout Bank
Strawton
Fultons
Robert Burrow
Min
E. G. Lyle
Market St
Jan A. Martin
Main Street
Isid
Bolton
Eal
Tre
Ssid
Barrow
Isaac Harr
Anid
Or Barrow
Harr
Gilder
John T. Esnary
Looknot Bank
F. A. Stratton
Coats
Warley Reopens Bullock Stand At Public Square
I Betta J B Warley, longtime head of the grocery department at the Racket Store, has bought C M Bullock’s stock and resumes operations behind the Bullock stand on Public Square. He invites old patrons and new customers to call and visit, promising a general line of groceries and provisions.
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Betta J.B. Warley
C. M. Bullock
Bullock Stand
Public Square
Election Notice for Washington County Tennessee 1808
Notice states on November 8 1808 an election will be held in Washington county Tennessee districts to elect Governor Congressman three Railroad Commissioners Senator Floater and Representative. Election Commission October 6 1808.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington County
Tennessee
Patson
Paylor
P. H
Wofford
Notice to Voters in Washington County Tennessee District
Notice to voters that registration books for the 6th civil district open October 1st 3rd and 15th for those reaching age moving or changing residence. Books for 1st precinct at the old post drive building 24 precinct at the courthouse. Election Commissioners R L Parros M Taynon P H Worvonn. Discharged from Service Nashville October 10 Adjutant General announces several Tennessee volunteers discharged with travel pay while one officer receives no travel pay.
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Washington County
Tenn
Court House
R. L. Parros
Nashville
Bykos
War Department
Tennessee Volunteer
Lavater II, Oakley
Tennessee
Patton Gibson
Gray Childress
Nat C. Hickey
First
Willard F. Toaster
William Allen
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Mariod
Toed & Co
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Muss
Hood
CY HW
Lye
Miter
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Benson McMillin
Smith
J. L. Williams
J. .N. McKenzie
N. W. Baptist
Congress
H. H. Goughenour
Bowers
Tue Cone
Mr. McKinley
Ted
Ily Roosevelt
Roosevelt
O. Phil Thompson
Kentucky
Washington
Judge van Wyck
Col. Roosevelt
Thej
South Carolina & Georgia Railroad Company
Spartanburg
Gaffney
Sumter
Joseph H. Sands
Charleston
Blackburn
Cary
Louisville
Hardeman Free Press
St. Paul
Fearnyea
Toad” Hickey
Josie Hughes
Chief McKeehan
Dow
Jim Range
Gabe Herris
W. 3B. Arnstein & Co
Knoxville
F. B. Brantly
Li. T. Parke & Co
Philadelphia
City Grocery Company
Ngs
TieGamer
Hartman
Tila Plain
Porana Medicine Co
Columbus
T. B. Miller
Grand x Prairie
Tex
Perina
John Harting
Main St
Cincinnati
Edward Wormack
Ledbetter
Perann
Peruana
John Edgarton
Third Ave
Altoona
Peruna
Aires Bay
Bipworth League
M. &. Church
K.P. Smith
Chancery Court
Fahnson City
Johnson City Tennestee
The
Showie
Egypt
America
Orient
Bradfield
Bradfield Regulator Co
Atlanta
Wineei
Cardul Han
Cardus
Hs Chanda Milicine Co
Adobor
M.D. Cary
Gayer
Getseman
Battle Ax
Goto
Galusher & CO
R. S. Bolt
City Drug Store
W._L. JAMES
Man’gr
Woodworth & CO
American Laundry
E. A. Shipley
O.W. Hopar
D.C
Balent Drug
Dr. Mee
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