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Newspaper

Comet

Location

Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America

Date

Oct 13, 1904

Page

1

Sectionalism Roils North and South Over Suffrage Plans

A long critique of the Republican platform linking the 1870s era of Reconstruction to current calls to redefine electoral representation. It argues that restricting southern Black voters aims to shift power to Republicans, threatens southern autonomy, and would trigger renewed sectional strife. It notes past bills like the Lodge and Crampacker inquiries and cites Roosevelt with a warning about renewed clashes. It also mentions Postmaster General Payne and other political currents as context.

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Blood Balm claims cure for catarrh and rheumatism

Old time advertisement touts Blood Balm as a universal remedy for blood disorders, catarrh and rheumatism. It promises free samples, home trials, and expert advice, urging readers to send a written request to a Atlanta Georgia address for further information.

Controversy Flares Over Northern Policy and South

A dense editorial excerpt argues that northern money backing a southern program risks provoking race and sectional conflict. It warns Roosevelt and the Republican Party may inflame tensions, threatening southern industries and civil order while urging sober northern voters to avoid blighting the South with partisan zeal.

Little Ethel Claims Birthday Confusion in Verse

The fragment shows a child named Ethel claiming a birthday mix up and that yesterday she was a year younger. It reads like a playful, garbled reminiscence with misspellings and partial phrases.

Ethel Cole

Backache and kidney relief claim in a local notice

A Johnstown City citizen praises Dean's Kidney Pills for backache and kidney disorders. Officer I M Wilen reports dull back pain worsened by cold and bending, but notes rapid relief after using the pills. Sold by Patton Drug Co and other dealers for 60 cents. Foaster Milburn Co Buffalo NY is US agent.

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Fragmented 1904 Advertorial Mix From a Local Paper

A garbled 1904 ad page blends family anecdotes about Margie and her nurse with medical product pitches for Bucklen Arnica Salve and One Minute Cough Cure. It also lists Union Pacific travel rates from Missouri River terminals to Western and Pacific Coast destinations, plus colonist ticket details and agent contact in St. Louis.

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